Swampscott Police become 1 of only 77 accredited departments in Mass.
SWAMPSCOTT — After a 20-year effort, the Swampscott Police Department has earned state accreditation. Swampscott Police Chief Ronald Madigan said the department... Read more.
Lynn to try again on a new Pickering School
LYNN — In the wake of last spring’s failed vote to build two new middle schools, the city is trying again to replace Pickering Middle School. The Lynn... Read more.
Lynn man charged with possessing an illegal gun
LYNN — A 30-year-old Lynn man was arrested on firearms charges on Tuesday morning after police seized an illegal gun from his house. Hector Nieves was charged... Read more.
Sparks shoot from manhole in Lynn
LYNN — Sparks and smoke showing from a Union Street manhole cover prompted a response from Lynn Police and firefighters on Wednesday afternoon. Lynn Police... Read more.
Swampscott principal: I’m transgender
SWAMPSCOTT — The principal of Stanley Elementary School has announced they’re transgender. Principal Tom Daniels, 52, announced the change in a letter to... Read more.
Fire displaces 10 people in Revere
REVERE — A two-alarm fire ripped through a multi-family home on Central Avenue early Monday morning, leaving five people homeless. Revere fire crews responded... Read more.
Coffee on the go: Swampscott’s Starbucks is moving
SWAMPSCOTT — Starbucks lovers will get their daily fix of espresso in a different Vinnin Square location starting this week. The town’s Starbucks, located... Read more.
One-man race in Tuesday’s senate primary
LYNN — State Rep. Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn) will be on the only name on the ballot for Tuesday’s special primary to fill Mayor Thomas M. McGee’s... Read more.
$400K plants seeds for a Common facelift
LYNN — A $400,000 grant will help city officials continue their facelift of the Lynn Common. Matthew Beaton, secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and... Read more.
Volunteers find their cause at a North Shore Community College fair
LYNN — North Shore Community College students looking for volunteer opportunities were given the chance to engage with more than 20 community partners on Thursday... Read more.