NSCC helps students make the grade professionally
DANVERS — North Shore Community College (NSCC) President William Heineman met with business leaders and college presidents across the North Shore to discuss ways... Read more.
Coco takes aim at 2023
LYNN — Tuesday, Jan. 3, marked the end of Ward 3 City Councilor Coco Alinsug’s first year in office. In an interview with The Item, Alinsug reflected on a year... Read more.
Introducing Mathew Bamaca, 2023’s first born in Salem
SALEM — Lynn’s Mayra Bamaca-Esteban gave birth to Salem’s first baby of 2023 at Salem Hospital’s Birthplace. Mathew Bamaca — a baby boy weighing six... Read more.
Ward 2 Councilor Starbard won’t run for re-election
LYNN — Ward 2 City Councilor Rick Starbard announced that he will not run for re-election this year, wrapping up his six-year career at City Hall and a 26-year... Read more.
Fire prompts warning about illegal apartments
LYNN — Lynn Fire is urging landlords to adhere to building zoning requirements after noticing a recent influx of illegal apartments in the area. At approximately... Read more.
Incoming superintendent talks goals for Lynn students
LYNN — Dr. Evonne Alvarez will become Lynn’s next Superintendent of Schools in July. In an interview with The Item, Alvarez discussed her background as an education... Read more.
Lynn Public Schools Jazz Ensemble plays for Rotary Club
LYNN — The Lynn Public Schools Jazz Ensemble performed for the Lynn Rotary Club at its annual holiday meeting last week. The group played several holiday selections... Read more.
It’s official: Magnolia Park selected for new Pickering
LYNN — The new Pickering Middle School, pending approval from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), will be built at Magnolia Park. The Pickering... Read more.
Feeding a need in Lynn
LYNN — Two weeks after opening its doors, the Phoenix Food Hub has hit the ground running towards its overarching goals: expanding access to healthy food and knowledge... Read more.
Family of five needs your help
LYNN — With inflation at a near 40-year high, families that may have been able to support themselves four years ago now struggle to make ends meet. As the average... Read more.