18 hrs ago | Boston.com
Melrose and Wakefield have agreed to regionalize veterans services starting July 1, a move aimed at controlling costs and improving services for veterans in each community.
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News Nearby: Tulip Asian Cuisine Opens in Stoneham
Each Saturday, Melrose Patch will run a round-up with links to stories from surrounding communities that are of interest to Melrosians.
Saturday | Lowell Sun
Lions can't roar past MVC power
Elsewhere, the Concord-Carlisle boys rolled past Wakefield, 15-6. In other boys action, Burlington was nipped by Winchester, 8-6. The 10th-seeded Lions made huge strides during the season, but No.
Things to Know: Cash Mob on June 7th, Beebe Booksale
Here are a few things worth knowing today, Friday, June 1, 2012: Weather: A Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 70 degrees, according to theA National Weather Service.
Recent House Breaks 'Not a Spike' Compared to Last Year
Although it seems like there have been more daytime break-ins into homes in 2012 than last year, there has only been a slight uptick in number so far this year, according to the Wakefield Police Department.
Police Log: Man Allegedly Pulls Knife on Employee in Dispute over Car Repair
Wakefield Police Log for Wednesday, May 30, 2012: The following information was supplied by the Wakefield Police Department.
Police Log: GPS Units, Money Stolen From Several Unlocked Cars on Campbell Road
Where arrests or charge s are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.] On May 24, Stoneham Police responded to several reports of car break-ins on Campbell Road.
ICASI Webcast on New Version of Common Vulnerability Reporting Framework, May 30 at Noon EDT
WAKEFIELD, Mass. -- -- The Industry Consortium for Advancement of Security on the Internet , a nonprofit association dedicated to enhancing global IT security by proactively driving excellence and innovation in security response, invites all interested parties to a brief webcast on May 30 at noon EDT, giving an overview of the improvements in CVRF ... (more)
Physician's assistant has license suspended in RI
Rhode Island health officials have suspended the license of a physician's assistant who was convicted of taking kickbacks from a drug manufacturer.
Police Log: Three Charged with Underage Drinking
Wakefield Police Log for Friday, May 25 to Monday, May 28, 2012: The following information was supplied by the Wakefield Police Department.
Top Five Articles of the Week: Town Meeting Concludes, More Aid for Schools
In case you missed them, here's Wakefield Patch's top five headlines from May 21 to May 25, 2012.
Emiliyo, All Around Perfect Sweet and Fun Cat
Boy, I have I had a tough few weeks. First, I found myself wandering lost in Wakefield.
Injured Veterans Find Unexpected Support in Wakefield
Craig Sullivan, Adam Smith and Dave and Barbara Hoffman come from different walks of life, but they have one thing in common.
What's Open and Closed on Memorial Day in Wakefield?
It's a three-day weekend this weekend for most of us because of the recognition ofA Memorial Day on Monday, May 28, 2012.
Around the Region: Controversy Over Somerville's PorchFest, Firefighters Spar with Malden Mayor
Complaints About PorchFest Put Somerville Music Festival in Jeopardy: Somerville's PorchFest featured over 100 musical acts who performed outdoors throughout the city Saturday, but some reports of excessively loud music, performances that lasted hours past their scheduled end time, crowds drinking and blocking roads, and other disturbances put a ... (more)
News Nearby: Melrose High Makes List of America's Best Schools
While we do our best to focus on news and events directly concerning Wakefield, sometimes it's nice to know what's going on in neighboring communities.
News Nearby: Sidewalk Cafes Approved in Wakefield
Each Saturday, Melrose Patch will run a round-up with links to stories from surrounding communities that are of interest to Melrosians.
Adopt Emiliyo, An All Around Perfect Cat
Boy have I had a tough few weeks. First, I found myself wandering lost in Wakefield.
Best Place for Ice Cream in Wakefield: Meletharb
The place most Wakefield residents go to get an ice cream cone isA Meletharb Ice Cream ,A according to your votes.
Medford Unemployment on Steady Decline
Medford's unemployment dropped slightly in April compared to March, in line with a steady decline seen statewide in 2012, according to recent data.