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Former Lynn superintendent headlines NSCC keynote speakers
Deyscha Smith | April 9
LYNN — North Shore Community College will celebrate its upcoming 2026 Commencement ceremony on May 22 at…
Inside the Massachusetts abortion influx
Briana Alvarez | April 9
LYNN — Massachusetts has become an increasingly prominent destination for abortion care, with new state…
Saugus students shine in academics and athletics
Elizabeth Della Piana | April 9
SAUGUS — After a tense School Committee meeting on March 26 due to budget concerns, Thursday evening’s…
Filmmaker ‘SPRINKLES’ the truth on misinformation
Sophia Harris | April 9
MARBLEHEAD — Filmmaker Andrew Korzenik is using a short film and guided discussion to help audiences better…
Swampscott Select Board member issues apology
Erin Hickey | April 9
SWAMPSCOTT — Select Board member MaryEllen Fletcher issued a public apology on Wednesday evening after an…
Peabody PROMISE gets its engines ready
Amanda Lurey | April 8
PEABODY — “Shine it up! Show it off! Make a difference!” That is the slogan for the first annual…
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Sports
Lynn Classical’s Egbuta, St. John’s Prep’s McLain receive Moynihan honors
For the Item | April 10
Based on their achievements both in the classroom and in their respective athletic endeavors, basketball star…
Roundup: Contributions aplenty for Lynnfield baseball team
Joey Barrett | April 9
Strong pitching and eight runs typically do the trick. Such was the case for Lynnfield’s baseball team,…
A few of their favorite things – Bri Skinner
Mark Aboyoun | April 9
Bri is the head softball coach at Lynn English. Food: “Salad — other than a Caesar salad” Song:…
Lynn English finds positives from a negative
Mark Aboyoun | April 9
LYNN — It was a cold evening at Breed Middle School, where Lynn English’s softball team hosted Rockport….
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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
‘The American Dream’ explores the pursuit of justice with DA Paul Tucker
For the Item | April 9
LYNN — The upcoming episode of “The American Dream” will focus on the pursuit of justice in Essex County…
Peabody students dip into the gene pool
Amanda Lurey | April 9
PEABODY — Peabody Veterans Memorial High School students donned their safety goggles and lab coats Thursday…
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Entertainment
‘The American Dream’ explores the pursuit of justice with DA Paul Tucker
For the Item | April 9
LYNN — The upcoming episode of “The American Dream” will focus on the pursuit of justice in Essex County…
Filmmaker ‘SPRINKLES’ the truth on misinformation
Sophia Harris | April 9
MARBLEHEAD — Filmmaker Andrew Korzenik is using a short film and guided discussion to help audiences better…
E.F. Gilmore DAV to sponsor a Game Day for veterans, families, and the community
Erin Hickey | April 6
The E. F. Gilmore DAV of the North Shore will be holding a Family Game Day on Monday, April 20th (Patriots’…
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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
Editorial: Democrats embrace write-off that favors high earners
Guest Editorial | April 9
Editorial written by Las Vegas Review-Journal Editorial Board Tax day is nearly upon us, reigniting the…
Commentary: Our NATO allies are unwilling to play Donald Trump’s game this time around
Guest Commentary | April 9
Daniel DePetris Mark Rutte may not be a household name in the Chicago area or the rest of America, but the…
LTTE: Wayne Godfrey earns strong support for Swampscott Select Board
To the editor | April 9
To the editor: We are writing to express our strong support for Wayne Godfrey for the Swampscott Select…
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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…