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History rings a bell in Saugus History rings a bell in SaugusSAUGUS — The Historical Society had its first meeting after the summer break, and President Laura Eisener focused... ‘I really do this’: Leonard Bruce’s artistry is more than fashion — it’s a movement ‘I really do this’: Leonard Bruce’s artistry is more than fashion — it’s a movementSomething Lynn’s Leonard Bruce told me was “I really do this.” Bruce, a transparent and driven creative, battles... Saugus tomato tips the scales Saugus tomato tips the scalesBob Seelley, an avid gardener in Saugus, Massachusetts, has grown a 5.33 pound tomato, breaking the state record... Swampscott joins national stance against billionaires Swampscott joins national stance against billionairesSWAMPSCOTT — Crowds gathered on Humphrey Street Monday afternoon protesting against President Trump and the billionaires who support... Cliftondale Pizza replaces Saugus staple Cliftondale Pizza replaces Saugus stapleSAUGUS — With the closure of Sons of Sicily Eatery, a well-known joint that served Sicilian-style dishes, it... A Lynn legend celebrates 90 A Lynn legend celebrates 90LYNN — Lifelong Lynn legend David Solimine Sr. turned 90 years old on Saturday. 

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Barrett: Big Ed. Big presence. Barrett: Big Ed. Big presence.Ed Toner assumed many roles: teacher, coach, administrator, professional football player, avid sports fan, just to name a... Lynnfield Moms Group hosts third annual Touch A Truck Lynnfield Moms Group hosts third annual Touch A TruckLYNNFIELD – Lynnfield Moms Group (LMG) is hosting its third annual Touch A Truck Saturday, Sept. 27 from... Give her $1 billion? No, thank you. Give her $1 billion? No, thank you.Ah, the American Dream: Buy a $2 Powerball ticket, win a billion dollars, and live happily ever after.

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Two northbound lanes open on General Edwards Bridge Two northbound lanes open on General Edwards BridgeLYNN — MassDOT has restored two travel lanes on Route 1A at the General Edwards Drawbridge at the...

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Ferry’s new name honors a Lynn legacy

Jackie Manno | September 10

LYNN – MBTA’s ferry the Schoodic Explorer has officially been renamed to The Frederick Douglass, thanks…

Swampscott’s St. John’s Church to get picture-perfect upgrade

Zach Laird | September 10

SWAMPSCOTT — St. John the Evangelist Church is getting ready for two new additions to amplify the…

Saugus sets a fun-filled Founder’s Day

For the Item | September 10

SAUGUS — Town Manager Scott Crabtree is pleased to announce the return of Founder’s Day on Saturday,…

Mayor McManus’ legacy of learning to be memorialized

Jackie Manno | September 10

LYNN -Former Mayor Patrick McManus built his career on a foundation of education and made sure the city he…

Element Care PACE appoints new chief medical officer

For the Item | September 10

LYNN — Element Care, a leading Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and managed care…

2026 Local Cultural Council Grant Cycle Now Open

For the Item | September 10

SAUGUS — The Saugus Cultural Council has received an allocation of $15,500 from the State to fund…

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Sports

Carlson’s birthday hat-trick lifts Marblehead over Peabody

Mark Aboyoun | September 10

PEABODY — There aren’t many better ways to celebrate your birthday than with a win and hat-trick….

Roundup: Lynn Tech-KIPP boys run wild in cross country action

Joey Barrett | September 10

The Lynn Tech-KIPP Academy co-op boys cross country team (1-0) defeated Innovation Academy, 27-28, in Lynn…

Athlete of the Week – Lynn Classical’s Edison Chacón

Joey Barrett | September 10

You know what I’ve been thinking? Just a week into the boys soccer season, Lynn Classical’s Edison…

Roundup: No home field, no problem for Lynn Classical girls soccer squad

Joey Barrett | September 9

Lynn Classical’s girls soccer team, once again helmed by coach Jessica Gambale, took care of business in…

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Government

City hosts grand reopening for Peabody park

Amanda Lurey | September 10

PEABODY – The City hosted a ribbon cutting at Lt. Ross Park on Wednesday afternoon for the grand re-opening…

Peabody sees 567% increase in Summer Foods Program participation

Amanda Lurey | September 9

PEABODY – During Tuesday night’s School Committee meeting, Superintendent Dr. Josh Vadala shared that the…

State awards Nahant $5,700 cultural grant

Zach Laird | September 9

NAHANT — The Nahant Cultural Council has announced the allocation of $5,700 from the State, which was…

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Education

Mayor McManus’ legacy of learning to be memorialized

Jackie Manno | September 10

LYNN -Former Mayor Patrick McManus built his career on a foundation of education and made sure the city he…

Lynnfield recognizes outstanding educators

Amanda Lurey | September 10

LYNNFIELD – During Wednesday night’s School Committee meeting, Chair Kristen Elworthy recognized this…

Peabody sees 567% increase in Summer Foods Program participation

Amanda Lurey | September 9

PEABODY – During Tuesday night’s School Committee meeting, Superintendent Dr. Josh Vadala shared that the…

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Entertainment

Lynnfield author publishes final book in naming trilogy

Amanda Lurey | September 7

LYNNFIELD – “Names here are more than words – they are histories spoken aloud.” With that simple yet…

You don’t want to miss this!

Sophia Harris | September 3

MARBLEHEAD— Brendan Kane and Nick Sears will perform at the VFW Post located at 321 W Shore Dr, Marblehead,…

MarketStreet to host Kids Ride for cancer research

Amanda Lurey | September 3

The Wakefield-Lynnfield PMC Kids Ride is coming back for its second year of fundraising for the Dana-Farber…

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Business

All Care appoints Christopher Casey to Hospice Board

For the Item | September 5

LYNN — All Care, a leading nonprofit provider of home health care, hospice, palliative, private care, and…

Peabody approves Bertolino Foods expansion

Amanda Lurey | September 4

PEABODY – The City’s Planning Board met Thursday for a building permit plan review, one of which was for…

Lynnebago enables accessibility

Jackie Manno | August 25

LYNN — Two Lynn residents have invented an accessible mobile trailer designed to address structural barrier…

Peabody hosts 40th International Festival

Amanda Lurey | August 21

PEABODY — For the 40th year, Peabody will welcome tens of thousands of people to its International Festival…

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Opinion

Editorial: Trump makes — some — sense on vaccines this time. Florida should listen.

Guest Editorial | September 10

Editorial written by the Miami Herald Editorial Board. It’s hard to pin down exactly where President…

Arellano: Trump’s mirage economy is putting America in foreclosure

Guest Commentary | September 10

Gustavo Arellano President Donald Trump likes to brand himself a business genius. But for average Americans…

Florez: You look Latino. You speak Spanish. You work hard. That’s now probable cause.

Guest Commentary | September 10

Dean Florez When I was a young UCLA constitutional law major, we learned that the Constitution wasn’t just…

LTTE: Bill would strip local control on health curriculum

To the editor | September 9

To the editor: On Sept. 16, the Joint Committee on Education will hold a hearing on “An Act Relative to…

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Lifestyle

Marky Mark comes to Lynn

Jackie Manno | September 9

LYNN – Massachusetts native Mark “Marky Mark” Wahlberg gave a nod to his roots by filming a movie in…

‘I really do this’: Leonard Bruce’s artistry is more than fashion — it’s a movement

Matteo Valente | September 4

Something Lynn’s Leonard Bruce told me was “I really do this.” Bruce, a transparent and driven…

Community Credit Union celebrates turning 70

Jackie Manno | September 4

Community Credit Union is celebrating 70 years of serving its communities.  The company is honoring the…

Lynn celebrates Greek festival tradition

Jackie Manno | August 31

LYNN — Saint George Greek Orthodox Church hosted its annual Greek Festival this Labor Day weekend.  The…

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