LYNNFIELD — A presentation for the Department of Public Works’ (DPW) Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget led by … [Read more...] about Lynnfield DPW gives budget update
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Officials draw the line on child abuse
Amanda Lurey
Two bills against acts relative to sexual assaults by adults in positions of authority or trust are on the … [Read more...] about Officials draw the line on child abuse
Saugus board ‘adding teeth’ to regulations
Elizabeth Della Piana
SAUGUS — The Board of Health has focused on animal regulations in the Town, creating new sections to Article … [Read more...] about Saugus board ‘adding teeth’ to regulations
Rep. Wong stays vocal on migrant shelter program
Elizabeth Della Piana
SAUGUS — State Rep. Donald Wong opposed a recently approved $425 million increase to Massachusetts' Emergency … [Read more...] about Rep. Wong stays vocal on migrant shelter program
Swampscott town hall begins roofing repairs
Zach Laird
SWAMPSCOTT — Residents traveling down Monument Avenue may have spotted signs of construction taking place … [Read more...] about Swampscott town hall begins roofing repairs
Lynn Tech Hall of Fame inductees
Isaac Green
The 13 Lynn Tech Hall of Fame inductees represent a dynamic mix of Lynn Tech alumni whose careers span … [Read more...] about Lynn Tech Hall of Fame inductees
Healey Administration looks to boost career education program
Amanda Lurey
Tomorrow, Feb. 25, the Healey-Driscoll Administration will be proposing regulation changes to improve access … [Read more...] about Healey Administration looks to boost career education program
Saugus bank chases more parking spaces
Elizabeth Della Piana
SAUGUS — Chase Bank's original sight plan had been approved by the Planning Board, with the location being … [Read more...] about Saugus bank chases more parking spaces
Marblehead pumps brakes on Board of Health expansion
Amanda Lurey
MARBLEHEAD –– It seems the Board of Health will remain as a three-member board for another full year since the … [Read more...] about Marblehead pumps brakes on Board of Health expansion
City Council unanimously agrees to $3,000 raise for mayor
Luke Acton
PEABODY — The City Council voted unanimously last Thursday to raise Mayor Ted Bettencourt’s salary from … [Read more...] about City Council unanimously agrees to $3,000 raise for mayor
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Scoop in Peabody: Gould won’t seek re-election
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PEABODY – City Councilor-at-large Tom Gould, who topped the ticket seven times, will not seek re-election in … [Read more...] about Scoop in Peabody: Gould won’t seek re-election
A bumpy road ahead in Lynnfield
Luke ActonLYNNFIELD — Following last Monday’s election results where funding for a decade long program for road … [Read more...] about A bumpy road ahead in Lynnfield
City council appoints new president in mid-term inauguration
Luke Acton
PEABODY — City council rang in the new year with the mid-term inauguration, where council members unanimously … [Read more...] about City council appoints new president in mid-term inauguration
Both ballot questions fail to pass in Lynnfield special election
Luke Acton
LYNNFIELD — Both ballot questions were voted down in Monday's special election to decide on whether the town … [Read more...] about Both ballot questions fail to pass in Lynnfield special election
Crighton bill on substance use advances
Craig Dawe
BOSTON – On Thursday, Massachusetts Legislature passed House Bill 5143 in an effort to combat the opioid … [Read more...] about Crighton bill on substance use advances
Lynnfield FinCom begins FY 2026 budget process
Luke Acton
LYNNFIELD — The Finance Committee kicked off the budget process Wednesday evening with a summit held between … [Read more...] about Lynnfield FinCom begins FY 2026 budget process
Peabody’s downward trend of tax rates stabilizes for 2025
Luke Acton
PEABODY — City Council held a special meeting Tuesday evening to vote on the tax classification for the 2025 … [Read more...] about Peabody’s downward trend of tax rates stabilizes for 2025
Lynn allocates $75 million of ARPA funds
Craig Dawe
LYNN — An update regarding the implementation of funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) was presented … [Read more...] about Lynn allocates $75 million of ARPA funds
Peabody earns Green Community recognition
Luke Acton
PEABODY — The city was officially awarded its Green Community designation at a seminar on Friday, Nov. 22 when … [Read more...] about Peabody earns Green Community recognition