Swampscott residents can adopt a traffic island
Swampscott residents can adopt their own island. Well, traffic island that is. The “Adopt an Island” initiative is a community-based project with a goal... Read more.
East Lynn Little League won’t be defeated by recent vandalism
A few months ago Lynn’s oldest little league was hit with a curveball, until they raised enough cash. Then they were vandalized, and are fighting to keep themselves... Read more.
Swampscott police investigating wallet thefts
Swampscott Police are warning residents of a wallet thief in the Vinnin Square area. The department posted on their Facebook page early Tuesday afternoon. They stated... Read more.
Swampscott band targets former high school players
If you played an instrument in high school and miss the rush, Swampscott has a band just for you. Organized by Joe Douillette and directed by musical composer Timo... Read more.
Swampscott swears in five firefighters — finally
SWAMPSCOTT — Five firefighters administered their oath Wednesday evening, some having been on the job for a number of years. A “collection of bad luck”... Read more.
Man shot in Lynn
LYNN — A 25-year-old Lynn man was shot in the buttocks on Baker Street late Thursday afternoon. Lynn Police, Lynn Fire and Atlantic Ambulance crews responded... Read more.
Lynn looking to ban plastic bags in retail stores
LYNN — The city may ban the use of plastic bags, following the policies of a number of surrounding communities. Public Health Director Michele Desmarais said the... Read more.
SpeakOUT Boston comes to Swampscott Public Library to share and discuss what it means to “be transgender in today’s world”
SWAMPSCOTT — Trevor Boylston and Kay Gordon each told their transition stories at the Swampscott Public Library, which invited members from SpeakOUT Boston to... Read more.
Lynn Police arrest robbery suspect after phone found on scene
LYNN — A Lynn man was arrested in connection to a Tuesday night robbery after police found his cellphone at the scene. Joel Sanchez, 31, of 2 Stephen St., was... Read more.
Coyotes sightings on the rise in Swampscott
SWAMPSCOTT — A Swampscott resident walking his dog came face-to-face with a coyote on Thursday night. The unidentified resident got close enough to the creature... Read more.