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Tucker makes healthy argument against underage drinking
Sophia Harris | April 14
MARBLEHEAD — Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker, Police Chief Dennis King, and Superintendent John…
Lynnfield has spoken
Elizabeth Della Piana | April 14
LYNNFIELD — Residents headed to the polls Tuesday to cast their votes in this year’s Lynnfield town…
Candidates make their pitch in Swampscott
Erin Hickey | April 14
SWAMPSCOTT — The 2026 Select Board candidates introduced themselves to voters and laid out their priorities…
Discussion concludes on Nahant’s Crown Castle cell tower
Deyscha Smith | April 14
NAHANT — The Planning Board held the long-awaited public hearing Tuesday night to conclude their…
City Council revs up motorcycle discussion
Briana Alvarez | April 14
LYNN — During Tuesday evening’s City Council meeting, Mayor Jared Nicholson formally proclaimed April 1…
Spring Cleanup scheduled in Peabody
Amanda Lurey | April 14
PEABODY — The annual Peabody Pride Spring Cleanup has been slated for Saturday, May 2. Mayor Ted…
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Sports
Marblehead magic on national pickleball stage
Joey Barrett | April 15
MARBLEHEAD — Marblehead was well-represented in the U.S. Open Pickleball Tournament, held in Naples, Fla….
Krause: Just another Marathon Monday?
Steve Krause | April 14
Marathon Monday was always one of my favorite days of the year. The calendar may say spring begins March 21,…
These things have sprung up
Mark Aboyoun | April 14
Well, you could say it’s finally starting to feel like spring. Even though the weather has been cold the…
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Government
Peabody previews ‘difficult budget season’
Amanda Lurey | March 30
PEABODY — Although there is still information that is yet to be released and added into the final FY27…
Rep. Wong supports AI regulations
For the Item | February 19
State Rep. Donald Wong, R-Saugus, recently supported legislation that would promote greater election…
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Education
Local author uncovers 400 years of hidden LGBTQ+ history, announces Lynn Museum launch
For the Item | April 13
LYNN — Filmmaker and award-winning historian Jim Moser has announced the release of “Queer Heroes of the…
Nahant and Swampscott renew school agreement
Erin Hickey | April 12
Swampscott and Nahant officials have reached a new long-term agreement for Nahant students to attend…
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Entertainment
Saugus seniors are ready to rock
Elizabeth Della Piana | April 14
SAUGUS — The Saugus Senior Center got a taste of soul and rock ‘n’ roll Tuesday afternoon when Jill Goldman…
Renee Valeri celebrates a century in style
For the Item | April 13
SWAMPSCOTT — Renee Valeri recently celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by family, friends, and…
Local author uncovers 400 years of hidden LGBTQ+ history, announces Lynn Museum launch
For the Item | April 13
LYNN — Filmmaker and award-winning historian Jim Moser has announced the release of “Queer Heroes of the…
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Business
The best in Greater Lynn businesses honored
Deyscha Smith | April 5
LYNN — More than 250 business and leaders throughout the Lynn community recently celebrated the Annual…
Hot dog! Gourmet shop opening in Lynn
Briana Alvarez | April 5
LYNN — Tres Perritos Gourmet on 117 Munroe St. is carving out a unique niche: Colombian-inspired hot dogs…
Breaking Grounds in Peabody breaking in new hours
Amanda Lurey | March 18
PEABODY — Breaking Grounds Café on Main Street will be changing its hours, most notably by not being open…
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Opinion
Commentary: A fix for gambling, emissions, and AI’s ills
Guest Commentary | April 14
Nicolas S. Rohatyn The Supreme Court is preparing to consider whether states and municipalities can pursue…
LTTE: Wayne Spritz steps up
To the editor | April 14
To the editor: Why am I endorsing Wayne Spritz in the upcoming election for Select Board? The answer is…
LTTE: In support of Wayne Spritz
To the editor | April 14
To the editor: I am writing this letter to support Wayne Spritz for the Swampscott Select Board. Over…
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Lifestyle
Joey Barrett: Picture this
Joey Barrett | April 9
I still go to movie theaters. You can laugh, but if I were Tommy (Joe Pesci) from “Goodfellas,” I’d…
Swampscott Resident Celebrated on Today Show
Erin Hickey | April 3
“The Today Show”, known for its news, business, and heartwarming segments, recently featured a familiar…
The photographer’s pics of the month: March
Spenser Hasak | April 2
This is a recurring column by Daily Item Creative Director Spenser Hasak, featuring and discussing his…
Soundscape Visions to premiere new audio-visual works at GALA
For the Item | April 1
LYNN — On Friday, April 10, the artist-musician collective Soundscape Visions returns to the Galleries at…