SAUGUS — Peter Manoogian has announced a reelection bid for Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member. First elected in … [Read more...] about Peter Manoogian announces bid for reelection as Saugus Town Meeting member
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Saugus stores penalized for tobacco sales to minors
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — North Shore Cape Ann Tobacco Policy Program Director Joyce Redford joined the Board of Health for its … [Read more...] about Saugus stores penalized for tobacco sales to minors
Today’s page 1: 10-7-25
Daily Item StaffSaugus’ SAVE hears from Selectmen candidates
For the ItemSaugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE) asked candidates for the Board of Selectmen to provide a … [Read more...] about Saugus’ SAVE hears from Selectmen candidates
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
Commentary: AI therapy isn’t getting better. Therapists are just failing.
Guest CommentaryJonathan Alpert A growing number of people are turning to AI for therapy not because it’s now smarter than … [Read more...] about Commentary: AI therapy isn’t getting better. Therapists are just failing.
Today’s page 1: 10-6-25
Daily Item StaffSupport 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
Weekend roundup: Lynnfield girls win big against Triton
Joey BarrettKaylee Barrett was Lynnfield’s do-it-all player Saturday. The girls soccer team (8-2) defeated Cape Ann League … [Read more...] about Weekend roundup: Lynnfield girls win big against Triton
Today’s Page 1: October 4, 2025
Daily Item StaffGovernment 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
Today’s page 1: 10-3-25
Daily Item StaffWinthrop runs over Saugus in Thursday night action
Mark AboyounSAUGUS — Teams that win the turnover battle and execute across all three phases of the game typically come out … [Read more...] about Winthrop runs over Saugus in Thursday night action
LTTE: Stocker Dog Park fiasco: five years of unlawful plans, premature hires, and taxpayer waste
To the editorTo the editor: The ongoing saga of the proposed dog park at Stocker Street in Saugus continues to unravel … [Read more...] about LTTE: Stocker Dog Park fiasco: five years of unlawful plans, premature hires, and taxpayer waste
The photographer’s pics of the month: September
Spenser HasakThis is a recurring column by Daily Item Creative Director Spenser Hasak, featuring and discussing his … [Read more...] about The photographer’s pics of the month: September
Saugus’ SAVE presents candidates night event
For the ItemSAUGUS — For more than 10 years, Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE) has held a Candidates … [Read more...] about Saugus’ SAVE presents candidates night event
High school football predictions (Week 5)
Joey BarrettJoey Barrett - Item Sports Editor Overall: 21-13 Last week: 7-3 St. Mary’s 21 Shawsheen Valley Tech … [Read more...] about High school football predictions (Week 5)
Saugus ballot positions decided
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — The 2025 local election will be on Nov. 4, and the ballot positions for all the seats were drawn on … [Read more...] about Saugus ballot positions decided
Editorial: The Chicago Teachers Union’s depressing idea of a role model
Guest EditorialEditorial written by Chicago Tribune Editorial Board It’s normal — and good — for school leaders to honor … [Read more...] about Editorial: The Chicago Teachers Union’s depressing idea of a role model














