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Essex Media Group honored it's 2024 Persons of the Year at Lynn Museum Thursday evening. Receiving recognition was, from left, George and Doug Shube, Kacy Jauron, David Conlin, Bruce Siegel, Joel Abramson, Laurie Davis, Thomas Bogart, and Joe Connell. Not pictured, but also recognized, was Carol Shube, Maria Scheri, Paul Donato, John Harrigan, Jason Kimball, Charles Leach, Ronald Nutter, and Nicholas Secatore. (Sheldon Jacobsohn)

Persons of the Year honored

Elizabeth Della Piana

February 27, 2025 by Elizabeth Della Piana

LYNN — The night began with Mayor Jared C. Nicholson announcing Essex Media Group’s (EMG) 2024 Lynn Person of the Year award recipient, making sure to point out the incredible work all of the recipients have done, noting that they all deserved to be there that night.

EMG recognized Joel Abramson for his never-ending work to support Lynn schools, giving back to the district that helped raise him. He has promoted the importance of mental health and hygiene for students.

“We are facing incredibly difficult times…The greatest anxiety stems from the fear of the unknown…I often cite the parable that states that the stars shine the brightest when the sky is the darkest. Our sky may be dark, but the stars in this room, with the help of our municipal and state leaders, will bind us together, and this bond will not be broken.”

Mayor of Lynn Jared Nicholson, right, presents a citation to Essex Media Group 2024 Lynn Person of the Year Joel Abramson alongside State Rep. Jenny Armini. (Sheldon Jacobsohn)

Joe Connell, Thomas Bogart, Paul Donato, John Harrigan, Jason Kimball, Charles Leach, Ronald Nutter, Nicholas Secatore, and Bruce Siegel were recognized as EMG’s 2024 Persons of the Year for Lynnfield for their dedication in honoring the 1,090 local veterans. Connell stood to accept the award for the group.

“This means a lot to us…As a group and as a committee, we couldn’t be happier to come…It was to recognize all of our veterans who served,” Connell said.

Essex Media Group honors the 2024 Lynnfield Persons of the Year, from left, The Daily Item’s Spenser Hasak, Joe Connell, Thomas Bogart, and Bruce Siegel. (Sheldon Jacobsohn)

Marblehead’s George, Carol, and Doug Shube, who have served the community for more than 70 years, creating a warm and welcoming space for all at Shubie’s, were recognized as EMG’s 2024 Persons of the Year for Marblehead. Doug Shube stood to accept the award.

“I feel very fortunate to work alongside my parents…My parents lead by example…I’d also be remiss at this point not to mention our staff of 60-plus. We simply cannot do what we do without all of them,” he said.

Essex Media Group honors the 2024 Marblehead Persons of the Year, from left, The Daily Item’s Spenser Hasak, Doug and George Shube.

David Conlin was recognized as Nahant’s 2024 Person of the Year for his 34 years as town moderator, continuously serving his community through every Town Meeting.

“I’m really humbled by the folks who preceded me…I’m really proud to be associated with all of you and this award,” Conlin said. He reminisced on multiple stories as town moderator, including how his dog helped get him elected 34 years ago.

Essex Media Group’s 2024 Nahant Person of the Year David Conlin addresses the crowd after receiving his award. (Sheldon Jacobsohn)

Maria Scheri, EMG’s Person of the Year for Peabody, could not attend the event. However, she was recognized for her relentless fight to keep children safe.

Saugus’ Laurie Davis was recognized as EMG’s Person of the Year for Saugus for her work as director of the senior center where she helps seniors stay active and consistently finds ways to move the center forward with her motto of kindness.

“I am incredibly honored, grateful, and deeply humbled…I want to extend a heartfelt thanks to Doris Napier for this nomination. Her kindness and unwavering support truly mean the world to me…This recognition is not just mine, but also belongs to my incredible staff and all my wonderful volunteers,” she said.

Essex Media Group honors the 2024 Saugus Person of the Year, from left, The Daily Item’s Elizabeth Della Piana, Laurie Davis (recipient), and her husband Glen Davis. (Sheldon Jacobsohn)

Finally, EMG’s Person of the Year for Swampscott was Kacy Jauron, who was recognized for creating the Jauron Family Foundation as well as Coastal Collective, a space that was created so that anyone can walk into and make their own.

“The foundation’s mission is to promote health, wellness, diversity, and inclusion,” Jauron said. She then thanked her family for everything they’ve done. “My parents are involved in true empathy, kindness, and philanthropy…My husband, who inspired me to be the best version of myself, and my daughters for the opportunity to love them and see the world through their eyes. My extended family, specifically my cousins, who have supported me through life transitions and devastating losses,” she said.

Essex Media Group’s 2024 Swampscott Person of the Year Kacy Jauron addresses the crowd after receiving her award. (Sheldon Jacobsohn)

Every participant recognized each other and truly embodied what it meant to be an EMG Person of the Year through their continuous desire to do better for their communities.

Joel Abramson addresses the crowd after receiving his award as Essex Media Group’s 2024 Lynn Person of the Year.
State Representative Jenny Armini presents a citation to Essex Media Group’s 2024 Lynn Person of the Year Joel Abramson.
Publisher of Essex Media Group Ted Grant presents the 2024 Marblehead Person of the Year award to Doug Shube.
State Senator Brendan Crighton presents a citation to Essex Media Group’s 2024 Nahant Person of the Year David Conlin.
Essex Media Group honors the 2024 Nahant Person of the Year, from left, Seamus, Caleb, Molly, and David Conlin (recipient), alongside The Daily Item’s Sam Deeb.
Essex Media Group honors the 2024 Swampscott Person of the Year Kacy Jauron, alongside The Daily Item’s Joey Barrett, left.

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