Special to the Journal Former Lynn Mayor and Postmaster recognized for service to the community In June of 1961, former Lynn Mayor Thomas P. Costin Jr. was sworn in as the Postmaster of Lynn, an honor bestowed upon him by…
Author: Journal Staff
Lynn YMCA Stride Along the Tide 5k Road Race
On Saturday, May 18, the Lynn YMCA hosted its annual 5k road race at Nahant Beach Reservation. On a beautiful Spring morning, a record-breaking 300+ runners came out to support our cause and run for the Lynn community. The aptly…
Local Students Receive Academic Achievements
Local student named to Austin Prep Honor Roll Rachel Galatis and Steven Galatis have been named to the Third Quarter Honor Roll at Austin Prep. Local students graduate from Emerson College in Boston On Sunday, May 12, Emerson College awarded…
Memorial Day Is a Day to Reflect upon Those Who Gave the Last Full Measure
The Memorial Day weekend is upon us, a three-day weekend that for most Americans marks the start of the summer season. Many will celebrate appropriately with barbecues and outdoor activities with family and friends. However, amidst our festivities, we should…
Letter to the Editor
May is Mental health awareness month Dear Editor: In America today, approximately 45-47 million, or 1 out of 5 Americans, is suffering with a mental health issue; and approximately 1 in 25 adults is currently experiencing a serious mental illness that substantially…
Guest Op-ed It’s Infrastructure Week 2019. Let’s #BuildForTomorrow, Starting Now
By Thomas M. McGee Infrastructure isn’t partisan. It’s personal. No matter where you live, your age, your education, if you drive, take the bus or ride a bicycle, infrastructure has a profound impact on your daily life. We all have…
Fresh Start Students Plant Tree
‘Express Yourself’ 25th Anniversary Show Set for May 23
“Express Yourself” 25th Anniversary Show, May 23, at Boch Center – Wang Theatre to Feature Guest Stars: Blue Man Group, “America’s Got Talent” 2018 Semi-Finalist Amanda Mena, STOMP, the Jam Project from World of Dance and 300 DMH Youth. For…
Roca Breakfast Hosts Community Leaders, Local Officials and Law Enforcement
The ballroom of the InterContinental Boston was packed full of state and local officials, community leaders, law enforcement, supporters and advocates on Friday for a morning of inspiring stories and relentless courage. Suffolk County Sheriff Steven Tompkins, along with Roca…
Lynn Water and Sewer Recognized by State
In recognition of National Drinking Water Week, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) announced 61 recipients including the Lynn Water and Sewer Commission of the annual Public Water Systems Award at a ceremony recently held at Ft. Devens. Each…