State passes new bill prioritizing mental health
A new mental health bill that mandates coverage for an annual mental health wellness exam, similar to an annual physical, was signed into law by Gov. Charlie Baker... Read more.
Lynn delegation in support of affordable events at Frederick Douglass park
LYNN — A provision included in the state legislature’s fiscal year 2023 budget would allow for events and programming to be affordable for all at Frederick Douglass... Read more.
STATE HOUSE MONEY: Budget spreads the wealth
The Massachusetts Legislature unanimously passed a $52.7 billion budget for fiscal year 2023 on Monday, providing local and regional aid to communities as they recover... Read more.
Lynn organizations receive state funding for housing facilities
LYNN — The Baker-Polito Administration this week awarded more than $31 million in direct subsidies, tax credits, and housing vouchers to support the development... Read more.
LCHC has driven home healthy eating for 5 years
LYNN — The Lynn Community Health Center’s Mobile Market celebrated five years of its food distribution operation on Sunday. This market, in partnership with... Read more.
Salem thinks climate change
SALEM — Mayor Kimberley Driscoll announced Monday that the city is working on an amendment to its flood ordinance as part of an ongoing effort to address the impact... Read more.
Lynn nurse practitioner given Beacon of Hope award
LYNN — Lynn Community Health Center nurse practitioner Gargi Cooper received the 2022 Beacon of Hope Award from the Lynn Continuum of Care last week. Lynn Continuum... Read more.
Lynnfield alumna named to SSU board
LYNNFIELD — Samanda E. Morales has been appointed to the Salem State University Board of Trustees by Gov. Charlie Baker. As a Salem State University alumna,... Read more.
Mass Mentorship program receives $1.5 million in new budget
A recently approved amendment to the state senate’s proposed fiscal year 2023 budget sponsored by Sen. Brendan Crighton and Sen. Joan Lovely would provide an additional... Read more.
Lynn based brewery releases new triple IPA
LYNN — Bent Water Brewing Company recently announced the release of their first-ever canned triple India Pale Ale (IPA), Coast Encounter. Coast Encounter is... Read more.