Will mandated multi-family housing in Marblehead be affordable?
To the editor: The addition of MBTA Communities requirements to 3A was made to alleviate a shortage of affordable housing. Every MBTA community in the state is directed... Read more.
LTTE: The real threat to democracy: Maura Healey
To the editor: In late July Governor Healey signed into law H.4885, a new law regarding firearms within the Commonwealth. Typically a new bill will go into effect... Read more.
LTTE: Cartoon helped spread lies, misinformation
To the editor: I would like to voice my displeasure with the editorial cartoon in the Saturday edition of The Item on Oct. 5, 2024. This cartoon is misleading and... Read more.
LTTE: Kipp Academy seeks to expand to meet community demand
To the editor: There is no one-size-fits-all model in public education. We believe this is particularly important for somewhere as vibrant and diverse as the City... Read more.
LTTE: We could all stand to study the entire ballot
To the editor: I like to think I’m well informed about voting. My years of experience as a poll worker have afforded me the opportunity to help the voters I interact... Read more.
LTTE: I’m disappointed by the Select Board’s zoning decision
To the editor: I was disheartened to see that the Select Board decided not to schedule a Town Meeting to reconsider the Zoning By law vote that was defeated last... Read more.
LTTE: Lynnfield library needs urgent repairs for community benefit
To the editor: Lynnfield needs to repair its library. Now. The proposed renovations to the library now under discussion are essential to keeping it safe and functional... Read more.
LTTE: Consider sustainable solutions for King’s Beach waste management
To the editor: A few comments to follow up on earlier letters to the editor regarding King’s Beach: An outfall extension would send untreated waste into the... Read more.
LTTE: Make your voice heard in the upcoming elections
To the editor: By virtually all accounts, the November election is going to be a close one. So, no matter what side of the fence you are on, the message is the same:... Read more.
LTTE: Lynnfield School Committee: your conduct on Sept. 11 was embarrassing and unprofessional
Dear Lynnfield School Committee: Really? The School Committee’s proceedings and behavior during the recent Committee meeting on September 11, 2024 were so egregious... Read more.