Crighton gets state senate campaign rolling with fundraiser
Brendan Crighton kicked off his fundraising effort Thursday night to win a seat in the state senate. The Lynn Democrat, who has served one and a half terms in the... Read more.
Lynn may demolish this suspected drug house
LYNN — When Clint Muche and a city inspector toured the single-family home at 7 Fuller St. last month, they found jugs of human waste, mounds of trash, drug... Read more.
Volunteers lend a helping hand at My Brother’s Table
LYNN — Michael Day will share Christmas dinner with friends at My Brother’s Table. “I’m glad the soup kitchen is here, at least I have a... Read more.
Beyond Walls is coming back for a second round of murals in Lynn
LYNN — On the heels of a summer mural festival that brought thousands of visitors to the downtown, organizers say they are ready to do it again next year.... Read more.
Santa keeps spirit of giving alive
Despite working full time, one couple is struggling to find enough cash to put gifts under the Christmas tree for their five children. “My husband and I are... Read more.
Lynn Council to set tax rate with lingering financial problems
LYNN — The city’s tax rate will be set next week, capping a year of uncertainty over the ballooning budget deficit. But the state Department of Revenue... Read more.
Lynn’s about to hire 9 new cops thanks to a federal grant
LYNN — The city’s police force will increase by nine officers thanks to a $1.1 million federal grant. Last summer, as many city departments struggled... Read more.
Charter school proponents and opponents are digging in over expansion in Lynn
LYNN — Tension over charter schools is reaching a boiling point. With the Equity Lab Charter School applying to be the city’s second charter school, and... Read more.
Can you help solve the Lynn Library portrait mystery?
LYNN — Theresa Hurley needs help solving a mystery. The city’s chief librarian discovered a handful of 19th century portraits of prominent city residents... Read more.
Judge: Lynn’s housing court is moving to Salem
LYNN — Despite opposition from tenants and landlords, the Lynn Housing Court will move to Salem next month. The decision, by Chief Justice Timothy F. Sullivan,... Read more.