The Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) and the Trial Court announce that the gradual resumption of jury trials will now commence the week of November 30, 2020. However, Phase 1 of the plan previously approved by the SJC order of September 17,…
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Remembering Our Veterans
It was 102 years ago on November 11, 1918, that World War I formally came to a conclusion on the “11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month.” Americans observed the first anniversary of the end of the…
Guest Op-Ed: Democratic Process Must Be Protected by Not Succumbing to Resentments Based on Differences in Political Views
By Cardinal Sean O’Malley Today our country, one of the oldest democracies and most diverse societies in the world, should take pride in the success of the electoral process. We thank all the candidates who have participated in the elections…
Frank Pagliuca Named Softball Coach at St. Mary’s
In search of a new softball coach, St. Mary’s Athletic Director Jeff Newhall only needed to look as far as the hockey rink. St. Mary’s girls hockey coach Frank Pagliuca has been named to replace Paige Licata of Revere, who…
Seth Moulton Re-Elected to Congress
Special To The Journal Seth Moulton was re-elected Congressman in the Sixth Congressional District in the election held Tuesday. Moulton received 25,031 votes in Lynn while Republican candidate John Paul Moran received 8,439 votes. Moulton, 42, was elected to his…
Comprehensive Measures to Further Promote Diversity in State Contracting Announced
The Baker-Polito Administration announced a series of measures to continue ongoing efforts to ensure equal opportunity and increase access for diverse companies in state contracting. As part of today’s announcement, the Administration is filing legislation entitled, “An Act to Elevate the…
City of Lynn COVID-19 Update
The Lynn Public Health Department has confirmed that as of Wednesday, Nov. 4, the number of active, confirmed positive COVID-19 cases is 601 with 53 new cases today. 5,103 Lynn residents have recovered and 123 have died. The total number…
Targeted Measures to Curb Rising COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations Announced
The Baker-Polito administration announced a series of targeted measures to disrupt the increasing trend of new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Governor Charlie Baker announced these changes at a time where public health data has indicated that cases are rising, with…
The 10th Annual Ultimate Tailgate Party to Benefit Lovin’ Spoonfuls Goes Virtual
Boston-based food rescue Lovin’ Spoonfuls will host their 10th annual Ultimate Tailgate Party online this year on Wednesday, Nov. 18. The virtual program will begin at 7 p.m., and features a timely keynote on the intersection of food justice and…
East Boston Savings Bank Named 2021 Best Small Bank in MA by Newsweek
Newsweek recognizes East Boston Savings Bank as Massachusetts’ 2021 Best Small Bank in their first ever ranking of the financial institutions that are working to meet the needs of customers during this unprecedented time. The criteria for this award was…