LYNN — In an effort to improve language accessibility at City Hall, translators have been helping facilitate … [Read more...] about Translators bridging language gaps in City Hall
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City Council approves Housing Stability Ordinance
Zach Laird
LYNN — On Tuesday evening, the City Council voted unanimously in favor of the Housing Stability Ordinance, … [Read more...] about City Council approves Housing Stability Ordinance
BARRETT: They ate plenty
Joey Barrett
Let’s hope one touchdown didn’t equal one plate of food. That wouldn’t have ended too well. Another … [Read more...] about BARRETT: They ate plenty
Lynn promotes diversity with equity audit
Zach Laird
LYNN — The City Council gathered on Tuesday to discuss the city's first equity audit, designed to help foster … [Read more...] about Lynn promotes diversity with equity audit
Cuffe-McGinn thanked for lifetime of service
Zach Laird
LYNN — After 90 years of service to the Greater Lynn Community, the Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home was recently … [Read more...] about Cuffe-McGinn thanked for lifetime of service
Classical escapes English in powderpuff thriller
Joey Barrett
LYNN — The Lynn Classical vs. Lynn English powderpuff game, an annual tradition in which senior girls compete … [Read more...] about Classical escapes English in powderpuff thriller
Parent alleges bullying on KIPP football team
Joey Barrett
LYNN — According to a parent of a KIPP Academy freshman on the junior varsity football team, multiple bullying … [Read more...] about Parent alleges bullying on KIPP football team
In the blink of an eye, Lynn’s “Speedy” Rashidi was back
For the Item
REVERE — After almost two years out of action, welterweight standout “Speedy” Rashidi Ellis (25-1, 16 KOs), of … [Read more...] about In the blink of an eye, Lynn’s “Speedy” Rashidi was back
Lynn’s Rashidi Ellis returns home Oct. 25
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LYNN — On Friday, Oct. 25, "Speedy" Rashidi Ellis (24-1, 15 KOs) headlines an exciting 7-bout CES Boxing card … [Read more...] about Lynn’s Rashidi Ellis returns home Oct. 25
Hot (or cold) off the presses: Item Cafe opens its doors on Exchange Street
Matteo Valente
“This is great for the community.” “Can’t recommend enough!” “Definitely our new go-to spot!” These are some … [Read more...] about Hot (or cold) off the presses: Item Cafe opens its doors on Exchange Street
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A busy week of Lynn running events
Joey Barrett
LYNN — Whether you’re 3 or 87 years old, if you’re a fan of running events, Lynn was the place to be … [Read more...] about A busy week of Lynn running events
The man behind Saugus’ Appleton’s Pulpit
Kelan Flynn
SAUGUS — At Appleton’s Pulpit, in 1687, Major Samuel Appleton of Ipswich held a speech in which he denounced … [Read more...] about The man behind Saugus’ Appleton’s Pulpit
Mystery author takes inspiration from the North Shore
Sidnee Short
LYNN — Lynn native Michael Walsh talked with The Item Friday, and unraveled the mystery of what it’s like to … [Read more...] about Mystery author takes inspiration from the North Shore
Adam Hawkes, Saugus’ first white settler
Kelan Flynn
SAUGUS — Adam Hawkes, Saugus's inaugural white settler, could not have foreseen the historic legacy he and his … [Read more...] about Adam Hawkes, Saugus’ first white settler
Beyond Walls’ CEO tells all — except future plans
Vivian Mançellari
If you happen to use public transportation and need a way to remember Lynn as your stop, you might consider … [Read more...] about Beyond Walls’ CEO tells all — except future plans
Lynn students launch boat they built from scratch
Vivian Mançellari
LYNN — For the second year in a row, high-school students in the city built and launched a boat from … [Read more...] about Lynn students launch boat they built from scratch
Fecteau-Leary graduates 39
Vivian Mançellari
LYNN — Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School's graduation ceremony was a day of firsts on Thursday. A … [Read more...] about Fecteau-Leary graduates 39
Harrington Elementary celebrates Reads Day
Vivian Mançellari
LYNN — Harrington Elementary School celebrated Reads Day, an annual celebration of literature and reading at … [Read more...] about Harrington Elementary celebrates Reads Day
RAW’s Artists in Action raise awareness of food insecurity
Vivian Mançellari
LYNN — Raw Art Works teamed up with Lynn Community Fridge for a project created by students of the Artists in … [Read more...] about RAW’s Artists in Action raise awareness of food insecurity
North Shore kicks off Pride Month on Saturday
Vivian Mançellari
With June right around the corner, events marking the start of Pride Month will be held in Lynn, Marblehead, … [Read more...] about North Shore kicks off Pride Month on Saturday