Lynn Shelter fashion show to benefit a good cause
LYNN — The Lynn Shelter Association, which assists and enriches the lives of more than 1,000 homeless individuals each year, is re-energized these days. Its shift... Read more.
’42nd Street’ a happy feat at Music Theatre
BEVERLY — The production of “42nd Street” at North Shore Music Theatre through Sunday is one of the finest two hours of entertainment I’ve seen... Read more.
Friday is going to come alive with disco at Lynn Museum
LYNN — How deep is your love for the disco era? If you think it’s outta sight, here’s your chance to break out that bell-bottomed catsuit, polyester... Read more.
Candidates in cars: Judith Flanagan Kennedy
There’s nothing like a good car ride to learn a little more about a person. The Item’s Bill Brotherton jumped in the car with Lynn Mayor Judith Flanagan... Read more.
Candidates in cars: Thomas McGee
There’s nothing like a good car ride to learn a little more about a person. The Item’s Bill Brotherton got in the passenger seat with State Sen. Thomas... Read more.
Bill Brotherton: A (sic) sense of humor
The other day I picked my wife up at the Beverly commuter rail station. The train actually arrived on time. Even more amazing was a notice on the electronic billboard:... Read more.
Michael McDonald brings classic soul to Lynn
LYNN — Michael McDonald’s soulful voice remains one of the great wonders of the world. Ultra smooth, with a skosh of sexiness and packed with power, the... Read more.
There is a lot to like in ‘Bat Boy the Musical’
LYNN — Poor Bat Boy. Just because he looks different from everyone else in the appropriately named Hope Falls, WVa., he’s treated like a pariah and blamed... Read more.
America can still do magic
LYNN — God bless America. The band, not the country, though the country could certainly use a little love. Thursday night, America performed before a rapturous... Read more.
Bill Brotherton: Scouts’ dishonor
By now I’m sure you’ve heard that the Boy Scouts of America will admit girls into the Cub Scouts starting next year and establish a new program for older... Read more.
