Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Jacquelyn Mailey works hard to raise money in support of Autism Speaks.
(Editor's Note: This article was first published in January, 2012. It is being re-published today as part of National Autism Awareness Day.) When Jennifer Tortolano and Julann Briggs opened Live Life Fitness and Wellness in January of 2011, they knew they wanted it to be a different kind of health club. From the very beginning their goal was to create a welcoming atmosphere where families could spend time and experience wellness together. Not always certain what direction that goal would take them in, Tortolano and Briggs have spent the past 12 months meeting new clients and helping them find a new style of overall wellness. Helping their clients, however, doesn’t always simply involve fitness. On Saturday, January 7, Live Life Fitness and…
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Tuesday, January 29, 2013
The Mardi Gras event is scheduled for February 12 at Wilmington Middle School.
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Tuesday, January 29
Editor's Note: The following information by Relay for Life. Wilmington’s American Cancer Society Relay for Life will be celebrating Mardi Gras and kicking off their 2013 campaign at 6:30 p.m. on Feb 12. “Let the Good times Roll” is this year’s theme for the annual charity event, and the good times begin that night. The public is invited to attend the party. The Kick Off celebration will be held at the Wilmington Middle School cafeteria. Frank Kelley, long time Wilmington resident and prominent citizen, will be the featured speaker. Kelley was the founder of the Wildcat track and field program, and he continues to support the team as a volunteer coach. The evening includes food, music, and plenty of fun. Details of this year’s Relay will…
Friday, January 11, 2013
A Night of Comedy to Benefit George Bradley is scheduled for January 25 at Tewksbury Country Club.
When lifelong Wilmington resident George Bradley lost his home in a devastating fire on December 6, his friends and neighbors all around town were, in a word, shocked. All over town residents who had come to respect George for his kindness and generosity were devastated to learn of his loss and determined to find a way to help him out. A member of the Wilmington High School class of 1974, Bradley is best known around town for having spent more than 20 years managing the Shell Station on Route 62 in North Wilmington. If you ever owned a hot rod, a custom van or simply needed your truck fixed, you likely turned to Bradley for help at one time or another. In recent years Bradley has also become well known for his commitment to Wilmington’s …
Monday, December 31, 2012
Wilmington residents came together to hold a candle light vigil on Saturday night in honor of those who lost their lives in the Sandy Hook shooting.
It’s been more than two weeks since 26 students and educators were fatally shot inside Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn. But hundreds of miles away in Wilmington on Saturday night, residents showed that the victims are still on their minds. Despite this weekend’s snowstorm, about 35 people came to Town Common for a candle light vigil to honor those who lost their lives during one of the worst tragedies in American history. “It was a wonderful, peaceful evening with the snow falling and candles lit,” said event organizer Stacie Murphy. “I am so thankful for the people who came out to the vigil.” The event began with brief remarks before Wilmington High School graduate Lauren Azevedo sang the song Pray. Next, a group of …
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Stacie Murphy said she needs the help of fellow volunteers to organize an event honoring the victims of Friday's school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
Since the news of the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School broke last week, it seems like people everywhere are searching for a way to make a difference. Not since the September 11th attacks has it seemed so important for people to seek comfort and, at the same time, comfort those around them. In Wilmington, one of those people is Stacie Murphy. A lifetime resident, Murphy is an active member of the local community as well as the chairman of the Housing Authority. She knows what it’s like to be a part of the Wilmington community. She also knows how many people in Wilmington have been touched by the tragedy in Newtown and hopes that she can find a way to bring solace to both communities. “I don’t have any children but I love kids and …
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Though fire destroyed George Bradley's North Street home, neighbors are beginning fundraising efforts to keep him in the neighborhood.
On Thursday, December 6, George Bradley’s world changed forever when a fire broke out at his North Street home. Despite a quick response from the Wilmington Fire Department, the flames were fast moving and the home was left in ruins. One firefighter suffered an ankle sprain but amazingly in spite of the heavy damage no one, including the family cats, was seriously injured. For Bradley’s neighbors the damage was almost incomprehensible. “It is absolutely heartbreaking to look out my window and see nothing but the pile of rubble left behind,” said North Street resident Lilia Maselli Seeing the home destroyed is just a small part of the disappointment these neighbors are feeling. “My husband Mark and I already miss having George around,” said…
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
The group, which has been around for 65 years, gathered more than 150,000 donations last year.
Reminder: Santa Claus is coming to town on Sunday. West Real Estate will welcome the man in red to their business on Main Street from 12-4 p.m. as a part of the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots drive. Representatives from AMP 103.3 radio will be on hand playing holiday classics and residents are encouraged to bring unwrapped toys to donate. Free refreshments, members of the Marines and other surprises will also make for a festive day. Original Story: It’s the happiest time of the year, but that isn’t the case for everyone. And that’s where Toys for Tots needs your help. The group is once again collecting donations to distribute in Wilmington and other local towns in Middlesex and Essex County. During Monday’s Board of Selectmen …
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Kick off the holiday season by giving some of your time in the area.
We've had Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. Will donating to charity ever be as popular as shopping during the holiday season? A partnership of nonprofits hopes so. There's a new campaign asking you to open your wallet for Giving Tuesday. The Giving Tuesday website says the effort, coming on the heels of days devoted to consumerism, is designed "to create a national day of giving at the start of the annual holiday season. It celebrates and encourages charitable activities that support nonprofit organizations." A number of Massachusetts non-profits, businesses, organizations and institutions are participating, such as Boston Children's Hospital and Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston. The effort includes …
Monday, November 19, 2012
A group of volunteers hosted a Thanksgiving dinner on Saturday on Deming Way organized by the Wilmington Police Patrol Officers Union.
Thanksgiving isn’t officially until Thursday. But on Saturday, residents of Deming Way were plenty thankful for members of the Wilmington Police Patrol Officers Union and other volunteers. Union members continued an annual tradition that has gone on for nearly a decade when they invited Deming Way residents to the community room and served them a fresh turkey dinner with all the fixings. “Let’s face it. The people are down here because they are not wealthy. They’re in need of service or care,” said Patrol Union president Butch Alpers. “Thanksgiving is about sharing your time with friends and family, and that’s what we’re here for.” The Deming Way residents enjoyed a turkey dinner cooked and delivered by Rocco’s. After arriving in the …
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Thursday, November 15, 2012
A group of volunteers teamed up with a group called Sending Sunshine based out of Andover to send supplies to hurricane victims.
Let’s face it. Sometimes you just need a little sunshine to get you through the day. For so many victims of Hurricane Sandy, that sunshine comes to them in the form of the donations that, right now, help get them through the day. Recently, an e-mail was sent to many Wilmington families from Wilmington Public Schools Superintendent Joanne Benton regarding a charitable organization called Sending Sunshine. The group, which is based in Andover, was formed, as they explain on their Facebook page, “To Shine with Kindness for Hurricane Sandy Families.” Once that e-mail went out it didn’t take long for The Women of Wilmington to catch on and begin to collect items for donation. “We found out about it two ways, through the broadcast email message…
Mary
12:42 pm on Monday, December 31, 2012
Great pix! I moved from Wilm. to Maine 8 yrs. ago; but its nice to see that the spirit is still alive there and something like this is being done. Let's hope its a better New Year for all. more ›