SWAMPSCOTT — The Select Board approved contract extensions for the non-union positions of treasurer, building … [Read more...] about Swampscott extends officials’ contracts
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$7 million in public safety grants awarded to Massachusetts communities
For the ItemBOSTON — Nearly $7 million in public safety grants have been awarded to assist communities, school districts, … [Read more...] about $7 million in public safety grants awarded to Massachusetts communities
Board of Health could put freeze on ice-cream-truck curfew
Emily RosenbergLYNN— Public Health Director Lisa Tobin said that after several conversations with business owners and … [Read more...] about Board of Health could put freeze on ice-cream-truck curfew
More than a decade ago, Harris supported Warren in Lynn
Sidnee ShortLYNN — During Elizabeth Warren’s first run for U.S. Senate in 2012, then-California Attorney General Kamala … [Read more...] about More than a decade ago, Harris supported Warren in Lynn
Workforce development works for Crighton
Sidnee ShortBOSTON — The state Senate unanimously passed a comprehensive bill to support workforce development and make … [Read more...] about Workforce development works for Crighton
Saugus looks to reinstate Student Government Day
Kelan FlynnSAUGUS — During the citizens' comment portion of a Board of Selectmen meeting, Precinct 2 Town Meeting member … [Read more...] about Saugus looks to reinstate Student Government Day
Saugus provides roadwork construction notice
For the ItemSAUGUS — The Department of Public Works will perform pavement-improvement projects within several areas of the … [Read more...] about Saugus provides roadwork construction notice
Here’s the scoop: Lynn Board of Health bans ice-cream trucks past 8 p.m.
Emily RosenbergLYNN — The Board of Health voted to ban ice-cream truck operations after 8 p.m. until Labor Day. The … [Read more...] about Here’s the scoop: Lynn Board of Health bans ice-cream trucks past 8 p.m.
Swampscott selects lesser water/sewer increase
Benjamin PierceSWAMPSCOTT — The Select Board voted unanimously to adopt a 6.2% increase to the town’s water rate and an 18.2% … [Read more...] about Swampscott selects lesser water/sewer increase
And the parking survey says…
Emily RosenbergLYNN — The city is soliciting community feedback on draft recommendations for its downtown parking strategy … [Read more...] about And the parking survey says…
Local delegation supports maternal health bill
Sidnee ShortBOSTON — The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a comprehensive maternal health bill that was … [Read more...] about Local delegation supports maternal health bill
Marblehead discovers software issue that led to inaccurate preliminary tax bills
For the ItemMARBLEHEAD — The treasurer’s office, working with the assessor’s office, has discovered a software issue with … [Read more...] about Marblehead discovers software issue that led to inaccurate preliminary tax bills
New Planning chair seated in Nahant
Benjamin PierceNAHANT — The Planning Board has elected Sheila Hambleton as its newest chair. An “emergency” meeting was … [Read more...] about New Planning chair seated in Nahant
Christopher Rais joins Lynnfield Department of Public Works
Adam LevineLYNNFIELD — Director of Public Works John Scenna announced the hiring of Christopher Rais as the newest member … [Read more...] about Christopher Rais joins Lynnfield Department of Public Works
Saugus trash and recycling collection to run on one-day holiday delay next week
For the ItemSAUGUS — The town has announced that trash and recycling collection will run on a one-day delay for the July 4 … [Read more...] about Saugus trash and recycling collection to run on one-day holiday delay next week
Low-income housing gets state support
Emily RosenbergLYNN — La Casa Project has received $6,917,560 from the Healey-Driscoll administration to support the … [Read more...] about Low-income housing gets state support
Parking lots at center of Essex Landing debate in Saugus
Kelan FlynnSAUGUS — The Planning Board met with attorneys representing Essex Landing who had requested a modification to … [Read more...] about Parking lots at center of Essex Landing debate in Saugus
Saugus rejects community engagement committee
Kelan FlynnSAUGUS — Town Meeting members voted to reject a proposed community engagement committee by a vote of 24-20 at … [Read more...] about Saugus rejects community engagement committee
Saugus’ Community Engagement Committee in limbo
Kelan FlynnSAUGUS — An article to create a Community Engagement Committee, which was approved at an earlier night of Town … [Read more...] about Saugus’ Community Engagement Committee in limbo
Saugus OKs new rail trail regulations
Kelan FlynnSAUGUS — Town Meeting members voted unanimously to approve new rules and regulations for the town's section of … [Read more...] about Saugus OKs new rail trail regulations