News Nearby: Wakefield School Superintendent Could Leave

Each Saturday, Melrose Patch will run a round-up with links to stories from surrounding communities that are of interest to Melrosians.

WAKEFIELD—Wakefield Public Schools Superintendent Joan Landers has been selected as one of four finalists for the role of superintendent in the North Middlesex Regional School District.

The North Middlesex Regional School District includes three towns located on the Massachusetts/New Hampshire border: Townsend, Ashby, and Pepperell.

Landers, who has 20 years of experience in education and has served as Superintendent in Wakefield for the last several years, is up against three other finalists.

MALDEN—Mayor Gary Christenson said he had not decided whether he will sign Tuesday night, an indication he may consider vetoing the now city council-approved ordinance.

“Now that the bill has been passed by the City Council, I will review the proposal and ensure both sides have a chance to comment before deciding,” he said.

Proponents of the controversial measure, championed by councilor Neil Kinnon, say they are protecting residents from a breed of dog disproportionately responsible for reported bites in the city.

MEDFORD—As the its new restaurant on Main Street in Medford Square, seeing its logo is bringing back a lot of memories for Medford residents.

Do you remember the old Carroll's? So far, we've heard lots of feedback from readers. Here's a few comments we've received on articles about Carroll's.

STONEHAM—The Middlesex District Attorney's Office has dropped an attempted murder charge against a Stoneham man; however, he will face two assault and battery charges, according to .

Joseph Millette, 39, of 280 Main St., was initally charged with attempted murder, but "the D.A.'s office and the clerk's office opted not to go with the attempted murder charge because they didn't think we had a strong enough case, so it's just assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and assault and battery," according to Lt. Jim McIntyre.