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Friday, May 24, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Friday, May 24

Your Memorial Day weekend forecast, learn to skate classes, Memorial Day festivities around town and more in Wilmington on May 24.

1. Your Memorial Day Weekend Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Why not use the empty lot instead of removing so many trees ? How can another entrance be right there on Lowell St.?" Reader Kathy B commenting on the article, What Business is Going in On Lowell Street? 3. It's Happening Today: Learn to Skate classes will be held at Ristuccia Arena Friday from 4 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. and from 5:20 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. You can learn the basics of skating all the way through freestyle skating, which includes single jumps and spins. Learn-to-Skate hockey is also offered, which provides the necessary skating skills to become an advanced skater on your hockey team. The cost of a class is $13.  4. It's Happening This Weekend: It's Memorial Day …

Thursday, May 23, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Thursday, May 23

Your 3-day local forecast, a public meetings update, a Families Anonymous meeting and more in Wilmington on May 23.

1. Your 3-day Local Weather Forecast:  2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Sweet! I love Burton's and it is different from the other offerings in town!" Reader Becky commenting on the article, What Business is Going in On Lowell Street? 3. A Public Meetings Update: The High School Building Committee meeting scheduled for tonight has been cancelled.   4. It's Happening Today: A Families Anonymous meeting is scheduled for tonight at 7 p.m. at the Wilmington United Methodist Church at 87 Church Street. 5. ICYMI: In case you missed it, if you're a college student returning home for the summer or a recent high school graduate, State Rep. Ken Gordon is looking for a summer intern to work in his office at the State House. Find out more about the …

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Wednesday, May 22

Wildcats varsity boys lacrosse takes on Pentucket Regional at home, two public meetings and more in Wilmington on May 22.

  1. Your 3-day Local Forecast:  2. Reader Comment of the Day: "We saw the multitasking lady (term used loosely) driving the car a few weeks ago. It was a pretty nice car like a BMW or Mercedes," Reader Brendan commenting on the article, Police Log: Struck in the Head and Breastfeeding While Driving. 3. It's Happening Today: Wildcats varsity boys lacrosse will take on Pentucket Regional High School at 4 p.m. at Wilmington High School. 4. It's Also Happening Today: Wilmington public meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, include the Office of the Collector of Taxes at 9 a.m. in the Town Hall Small Conference Room and the Essex Agricultural Tech HS General Advisory Committee at 6 p.m. at 562 Maple Street in Danvers.  5. ICYMI: The Boston …

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Tuesday, May 21

Two public meetings, Wildcats varsity boys tennis, two Wilmington companies make the grade and more in town on May 21.

1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "How about a healthy eatery???? Sad that you have to travel to the city for that. I would love to see trader joes come in and offer some healthy food options!" Reader Angels commenting on the article, What Is the Latest Business Coming to Wilmington? 3. It's Happening Today: Public meetings scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, according to the town website include Board of Assesors at 2 p.m. in the Town Hall Small Conference Room and Board of Library Trustees at 7 p.m. in the Library Banda Room. 4. It's Also Happening Today: In their last week of the regular season Wildcats boys varsity tennis will take on Triton Regional High School at home at 3:30 p.m.  5. ICYMI: In case you missed …

Monday, May 20, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Monday, May 20

Your local forecast, public meetings scheduled for Wilmington this week, the first annual Pan Mass Challenge Golf Tournament and more in town on May 20.

1. 3-day Weather Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "This actually has me in hysterics. What moron at Honey Dew Donuts actually thinks their business is going to thrive in a town with a DD every few blocks. Seriously, how many are in town now, 7? Maybe 8? I can't even keep track. Good grief!" Reader Kristen commenting on the article,What Is the Latest Business Coming to Wilmington? 3. Public Meetings This Week: Two public meetings scheduled for this week have been cancelled, but still on the schedule are Board of Assesors, Board of Library Trustees and More. Check out all the public meetings scheduled in Wilmington this week. 4. It's Happening Today: Be sure to check out the First Annual Pan Mass Challenge Golf Tournament today at 8 …

Friday, May 17, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Friday, May 17

Your weekend forecast, story time at the Wilmington Memorial Library, prom night and more in town on May 17.

  1. Your 3-day Local Weather Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "I'm glad the high school and town does this for the students. I hope it helps at least a few of them realize that horrible things happen to young kids." Reader Webmom commenting on the article, Scenes From the Wilmington High School Mock Accident. 3. It's Happening Today: Don't miss Drop-In Story Time at the Wilmington Memorial Library happening today at 10 a.m. For children ages two to six, storytimes help build a foundation for a lifelong love of books and reading.  Kids will enjoy age appropriate books, songs, rhymes, movement activities, and more!  4. It's Also Happening Today: Tonight is the Wilmington High School Prom! Have photos of your kids dressed up before …

Thursday, May 16, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Thursday, May 16

Wildcats home games, a look back at yesterday's WHS mock accident and more in Wilmington on May 16.

  1. Your 3-day Local Weather Forecast:  2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Harry; Welcome to Wilmington! It still is and always will be the best place to raise a family : ) If you would like to be caught up on the High School project I am sure someone at the Town Hall can fill you in with the truth!!" Reader Stacie commenting on the article, "Hull Announces Latest Ruling on New High School Construction" 3. It's Happening Today: Wildcat girls varsity tennis will will take on Wakefield High School at home at 3:30 p.m., girls varsity lacrosse will play Burlington High School at 4 p.m. at home and varsity softball will also take on Burlington High School at 6 p.m. at home.  4. It's Also Happening Today: Wildcat varsity baseball will take on …

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Wednesday, May 15

Wildcats girls varsity tennis take on Melrose at home, girls varsity lacrosse takes on Georgetown at home and more on the human trafficking case with Wilmington ties on May 15.

  1. Your 3-day Local Weather Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Thank you for a job well done Wilmington Police Department!!!" Reader Kathy Geary commenting on the article "Monday Human Trafficking Arrests 'A Great Day for Victims'" 3. It's Happening Today: Wildcats girls varsity tennis is at home today, taking on Melrose High School at 3:30 p.m.  4. It's Also Happening Today: Wildcats girls varsity lacrosse will take on Georgetown at Wilmington High School at 4 p.m. 5. Two Arraigned In Human Trafficking Case: The two individuals arrested Monday in connection with a human trafficking enterprise that spans the borders of several area communities, including Wilmington, were arraigned Tuesday in Somerville District Court, according to …

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Tuesday, May 14

Your 3-day forecast, a look back at a fundraiser and memorial service for Sean Collier, Wildcats boys lacrosse at home and more in Wilmington on May 14.

  1. Your 3-day Local Forecast:  2. Reader Comment of the Day: "WILMINGTON HOUSE OF PIZZA, is happy to say that although the cold evening put a damper on the event, we raised $2,400.00 ! Thank you to all who attended. This money is all being donated to the SEAN COLLIER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP, at Wilmington High school." Reader Jan Siannas commenting on the article, Wilmington House of Pizza to Host Fundraiser for Sean Collier Memorial Scholarship. 3. It Happened Last Night: Wilmington House of Pizza hosted a fundraiser for the Sean Collier Memorial Scholarship, offering free food and drink to patrons who make a donation the fund. Stick with Wilmington Patch for coverage of the fundraiser.  4. It Happening Today: Wildcats boys varsity …

Monday, May 13, 2013

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5 Things You Need to Know Today, Monday, May 13

Your 3-day forecast, a look at tonight's fundraiser for the Sean Collier Memorial Scholarship and more in Wilmington on May 13.

  1. Your 3-day Local Weather Forecast:  2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Such a wonderful idea...I hope it sells out!" Reader Patti Sencabaugh commenting on the article, Sean Collier Fundraiser Set for Friday Night. 3. It's Happening Tonight: Wilmington House of Pizza is set to host a fundraiser for the Sean Collier Memorial Scholarship tonight. Stop by between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. and grab some free food and drink courtesy of Wilmington House, and while your at it make a donation to the scholarship.  4. It's Also Happening Tonight: The Wilmington Board of Selectmen are set to meet tonight at 7 p.m. at Wilmington Town Hall. Stick with Wilmington Patch for full coverage of tonight's meeting.  5. ICYMI: In case you missed it, check out our new …

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