LYNN — The second annual Lynn Film Festival celebrated the intersection of film, music, and community last … [Read more...] about Film festival reels in community
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Solidarity for Silvia
Jackie MannoLYNN — Residents, advocates, and elected officials showed support for pregnant Lynn mother Silvia Hernandez … [Read more...] about Solidarity for Silvia
Nahant school studies students’ academic success
Zach LairdNAHANT — Johnson Elementary School Principal Heather Castonguay spoke during Monday night’s School Committee … [Read more...] about Nahant school studies students’ academic success
Big orange in the land of Big Blue
Zach LairdSWAMPSCOTT — Resident Thomas Keenan placed 3rd in the Topsfield Fair’s 41st annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off … [Read more...] about Big orange in the land of Big Blue
Saugus reviews plans for Kowloon
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — The Planning Board met to discuss the Master Plan Review Permit and Site Plan Review Permit for 948 … [Read more...] about Saugus reviews plans for Kowloon
Cook Street garden gets another clean-up
Jackie MannoLYNN — An effort to clean up the community garden on Cook Street will take place on Saturday. The Highlands … [Read more...] about Cook Street garden gets another clean-up
Water & Sewer Commission delays director contract talks
Jackie MannoLYNN — The Lynn Water & Sewer Commission has postponed its session to discuss the contract for its new … [Read more...] about Water & Sewer Commission delays director contract talks
Audit reveals Marblehead’s financial status
Sophia HarrisMARBLEHEAD — Marblehead’s finances remain stable, and its coveted AAA bond rating is secure. Still, auditors … [Read more...] about Audit reveals Marblehead’s financial status
Swampscott studies its voting habits
Zach LairdSWAMPSCOTT — The Town Election Review Committee is encouraging community members to take a survey in order to … [Read more...] about Swampscott studies its voting habits
Support Saugus gets an early jump on Thanksgiving
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — The Saugus United Food Pantry, a collaborative between the churches in town, is reaching out for … [Read more...] about Support Saugus gets an early jump on Thanksgiving
Dispensary questioned over medical aspect
Jackie MannoLYNN — Cannabis dispensary Olde World Remedies is facing scrutiny from City Council regarding its original … [Read more...] about Dispensary questioned over medical aspect
Hey Salem, Marblehead says: ‘trick or treat!’
Sophia HarrisMARBLEHEAD — As Salem braces for another busy Halloween season, Marblehead businesses are extending a warm and … [Read more...] about Hey Salem, Marblehead says: ‘trick or treat!’
Dalton discusses Douglass’ Lynn years
Jackie MannoLYNN - Retired Item reporter Tom Dalton started writing about Frederick Douglass in 1990 to inform readers of … [Read more...] about Dalton discusses Douglass’ Lynn years
Lynnway project discussion back on track for Nahant
Zach LairdNAHANT — The town is encouraging community members to partake in the Lynnway Multimodal Corridor project … [Read more...] about Lynnway project discussion back on track for Nahant
Cresta goes back to just one job in Swampscott
Zach LairdSWAMPSCOTT — Gino Cresta wears several hats around Town Hall: Director of the Department of Public Works, Tree … [Read more...] about Cresta goes back to just one job in Swampscott
Government shutdown shuts down Saugus Iron Works
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — Due to the government shutdown that occurred on Wednesday, multiple operations around the country … [Read more...] about Government shutdown shuts down Saugus Iron Works
Veterans Council to bring the giggles
Jackie MannoLYNN - The Lynn Veterans Council is preparing for its 2026 North Shore Veterans and First Responders Day … [Read more...] about Veterans Council to bring the giggles
Arrest warrant issued for Marblehead man
Sophia HarrisMARBLEHEAD — Volusia Sheriff’s Department (VSO) detectives have issued an arrest warrant for 56-year-old … [Read more...] about Arrest warrant issued for Marblehead man
Swampscott Police address mental health
Zach LairdSWAMPSCOTT — When it comes to mental health and supporting people in crisis, the Swampscott Police Department … [Read more...] about Swampscott Police address mental health
Lynn sniffing out site for dog shelter
Jackie MannoLYNN — The Law Department and The Purchasing Department are looking to find a viable location in Lynn to place … [Read more...] about Lynn sniffing out site for dog shelter



















