MARBLEHEAD — After quite some time, the School Committee has performed a first reading of the drafted flag … [Read more...] about Marblehead School Committee flies draft flag policy
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Lynnfield Administrator talks override
Luke ActonLYNNFIELD — This month, town officials from the Select Board and the School Committee have emphasized the need … [Read more...] about Lynnfield Administrator talks override
Lynnfield School Committee Candidate Debate: April 2 at 11:30 a.m.
Daily Item StaffThe Lynnfield Weekly News, the Daily Item, and 01940 Magazine will host a debate among the three School … [Read more...] about Lynnfield School Committee Candidate Debate: April 2 at 11:30 a.m.
Lynnfield Town Administrator presents budget deficit
Luke ActonLYNNFIELD — Town Administrator Rob Dolan gave a budget update for Fiscal Year 2026 at last Thursday’s Select … [Read more...] about Lynnfield Town Administrator presents budget deficit
Marblehead’s Lessard appointed to state fossil fuel commission
Amanda LureyMARBLEHEAD — Lawrence Lessard, founder and director of Achieve Renewable Energy, has been appointed by the … [Read more...] about Marblehead’s Lessard appointed to state fossil fuel commission
Another at-large councilor won’t run in Peabody
Luke ActonPEABODY — City Councilor-At-Large Ryan Melville announced he will not be running for re-election this spring … [Read more...] about Another at-large councilor won’t run in Peabody
Former Lynnfield DPW chief set to retire
Luke ActonLYNNFIELD — Department of Public Works (DPW) Deputy Director and Lead Engineer John Tomasz will be leaving … [Read more...] about Former Lynnfield DPW chief set to retire
Swampscott committee candidates school the voters
Zach LairdSWAMPSCOTT — School Committee Vice-Chair Amy O’Connor has announced her write-in campaign for re-election, and … [Read more...] about Swampscott committee candidates school the voters
Marbleheaders concerned over upcoming 3A zoning vote
Amanda LureyMARBLEHEAD – At least 130 people attended Wednesday’s Select Board meeting to engage in discourse about 3A … [Read more...] about Marbleheaders concerned over upcoming 3A zoning vote
Lynnfield DPW gives budget update
Luke ActonLYNNFIELD — A presentation for the Department of Public Works’ (DPW) Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget led by … [Read more...] about Lynnfield DPW gives budget update
Officials draw the line on child abuse
Amanda LureyTwo 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 PianaSAUGUS — 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 PianaSAUGUS — 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 LairdSWAMPSCOTT — 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 GreenThe 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 LureyTomorrow, 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 PianaSAUGUS — 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 LureyMARBLEHEAD –– 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 ActonPEABODY — 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
Scoop in Peabody: Gould won’t seek re-election
For the ItemPEABODY – 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