PEABODY — Although there is still information that is yet to be released and added into the final FY27 budget, … [Read more...] about Peabody previews ‘difficult budget season’
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Rep. Wong supports AI regulations
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State Rep. Donald Wong, R-Saugus, recently supported legislation that would promote greater election … [Read more...] about Rep. Wong supports AI regulations
Peabody inauguration set for Monday
Daily Item Staff
PEABODY — Change is on the horizon for Peabody, as it will swear in its newly elected leaders Monday, Jan. 5 … [Read more...] about Peabody inauguration set for Monday
Lynnfield sets election dates
Amanda Lurey
LYNNFIELD — The Town has announced the key dates for its 2026 elections. Lynnfield’s annual town election … [Read more...] about Lynnfield sets election dates
Peabody Board approves body piercing permit
Daily Item StaffPEABODY — The Board of Health recently held a hearing to discuss Christina Bowden’s application for a permit … [Read more...] about Peabody Board approves body piercing permit
Crighton on the road ahead for transportation policy
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As the first year of the legislative session comes to a close, Sen. Brendan Crighton, co-chair of the Joint … [Read more...] about Crighton on the road ahead for transportation policy
Start of mayor’s second term highlights Lynn inauguration
Paul Halloran
LYNN — Mayor Jared C. Nicholson will officially begin his second four-year term when he takes the oath of … [Read more...] about Start of mayor’s second term highlights Lynn inauguration
Mayor Nicholson reflects on 2025 wins
Jackie Manno
LYNN — As Mayor Jared Nicholson prepares to enter his second term, he highlighted key milestones that he and … [Read more...] about Mayor Nicholson reflects on 2025 wins
Peabody Council says goodbye to Gould, McGinn, and Melville
Daily Item StaffPEABODY — At the last City Council meeting of the year, some goodbyes and thank yous were in … [Read more...] about Peabody Council says goodbye to Gould, McGinn, and Melville
Lynn Planning Department proposes zoning changes
Jackie Manno
LYNN — City Council unanimously voted to approve several amendments to the City’s inclusionary zoning … [Read more...] about Lynn Planning Department proposes zoning changes
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Peabody plans to increase taxes in FY26
Amanda Lurey
PEABODY — The City is preparing to increase residential taxes by an average of $415 during Fiscal Year 2026, … [Read more...] about Peabody plans to increase taxes in FY26
Lynn talks youth employment goals
Jackie Manno
LYNN — Mayor Jared Nicholson, Lynn Community Health Center CEO Brenda Rodriguez, MassHire North Shore … [Read more...] about Lynn talks youth employment goals
Mayor details city priorities
Jackie Manno
LYNN — Mayor Jared Nicholson shared upcoming priorities for the city at a government affairs meeting on … [Read more...] about Mayor details city priorities
Board of Health says goodbye to chairman
Jackie Manno
LYNN — Board of Health Chairman Ron Dupuis is retiring from his position after 30 years of service. Dupuis … [Read more...] about Board of Health says goodbye to chairman
Castellanos reelected SEIU 509 trustee
Jackie Manno
LYNN — School Committee member Brian Castellanos has secured a second term as a statewide trustee for SEIU … [Read more...] about Castellanos reelected SEIU 509 trustee
Bill to protect transit workers from assault passed
Jackie Manno
BOSTON - Governor Healey signed the bill “An Act relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker” into … [Read more...] about Bill to protect transit workers from assault passed
Lynn to form urban renewal authority
Jackie Manno
LYNN — The City Council unanimously voted to approve the establishment of a redevelopment authority to … [Read more...] about Lynn to form urban renewal authority
Lynn Conservation Commission holds WPA enforcement order hearing
Chris Carrigan Brolly
LYNN — During the Lynn Conservation Commission meeting on Tuesday, Commissioner Mike Toomey stepped out of his … [Read more...] about Lynn Conservation Commission holds WPA enforcement order hearing
124,000 sign rent-control petition
Jackie Manno
LYNN — The Keep Massachusetts Home rent control ballot campaign has exceeded its signature goal, qualifying … [Read more...] about 124,000 sign rent-control petition
Lynnfield ConCom discusses Village Parklets
Chris Carrigan Brolly
LYNNFIELD – The Conservation Commission discussed the Gold Star Project, including an expansion to include … [Read more...] about Lynnfield ConCom discusses Village Parklets