As we get ready to ring in the new year, it’s only right that we take a look back at our top stories of 2025. … [Read more...] about Making headlines in 2025
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Roundup: Pioneer girls, Big Blue boys secure tournament wins
Joey Barrett
The Lynnfield girls and Swampscott boys were victorious in their respective basketball tournaments, which … [Read more...] about Roundup: Pioneer girls, Big Blue boys secure tournament wins
Krause: Vrabel my Boston-area Person of the Year
Steve Krause
After the usual amount of winnowing and rationalizing, my title of "Boston-area Person of the Year" comes down … [Read more...] about Krause: Vrabel my Boston-area Person of the Year
Today’s page 1: 12-30-25
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Roundup: Bishop Fenwick wins Sue Rivard Tournament
Mark Aboyoun
Bishop Fenwick captured the Sue Rivard Tournament championship with a one-point win over Walpole. Senior … [Read more...] about Roundup: Bishop Fenwick wins Sue Rivard Tournament
Aboyoun: Should NFL teams tank?
Mark Aboyoun
Being a Boston sports fan, I’ve been lucky enough to never really worry about the word “tank.” In Titletown, … [Read more...] about Aboyoun: Should NFL teams tank?
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
Lynn leaders, citizens rally for peace
Jackie Manno
LYNN — The Khmer community in Lynn rallied for peace and justice for Cambodia at City Hall on Saturday. At … [Read more...] about Lynn leaders, citizens rally for peace
Police Logs: Dec. 28, 2025
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All address information, particularly arrests, reflects police records. In the event of a perceived … [Read more...] about Police Logs: Dec. 28, 2025
Today’s page 1: 12-29-25
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Weekend roundup: Glynn’s 100th win leads Lynnfield-North Reading
Joey Barrett
It was a busy week for the Lynnfield-North Reading wrestling team, which took part in Saturday’s Pentucket … [Read more...] about Weekend roundup: Glynn’s 100th win leads Lynnfield-North Reading
Hot hand lifts St. Mary’s to Boverini championship
Joey Barrett
LYNN — It wasn’t raining in Lynn Sunday afternoon. Well, at least not outside. With eight 3-pointers in the … [Read more...] about Hot hand lifts St. Mary’s to Boverini championship
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
Action-packed Friday for high school hockey squads
Joey Barrett
After a few days off for the holidays, high school hockey teams returned to the ice Friday as the Lynnfield, … [Read more...] about Action-packed Friday for high school hockey squads
Aboyoun: A pleasant surprise
Mark Aboyoun
The Boston Celtics are . . . fun. Heading into the season, there was reason for concern in Boston. … [Read more...] about Aboyoun: A pleasant surprise
Lynn City Council bids farewell to longtime leaders
Elizabeth Della Piana
LYNN — As the New Year approaches, the Lynn City Council spent the final moments of its last meeting of the … [Read more...] about Lynn City Council bids farewell to longtime leaders
Today’s page 1: 12-26-25
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St. Mary’s icemen ready for the challenge
Mark Aboyoun
LYNN — Off to a strong start this season, the St. Mary’s boys hockey team won its first two games before … [Read more...] about St. Mary’s icemen ready for the challenge
Boys & Girls Club celebrate holiday joy
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LYNN — On a chilly evening filled with the magic of the season, warmth and joy poured into St. George Greek … [Read more...] about Boys & Girls Club celebrate holiday joy
A single mother of five, stretching every dollar
Sophia Harris
One of the letters received by Item Santa this season comes from a mother doing everything she can to hold her … [Read more...] about A single mother of five, stretching every dollar