Ruth Ann Crevier Of Mississippi, formerly of Lynn Ruth Ann Crevier of Biloxi, MS, passed away Saturday, July 8 in Gulfport. MS. She was 74 years old. Mrs. Crevier was born in Lynn and has been a resident of the MS…
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Northeast Arc Takes First Place
An employment specialist from Northeast Arc and an artist supported by the agency combined to create an award-winning mural at the Salem Arts Festival. Angela Gonzalez painted the 72-inch x 42-inch mural with the help of Arelis O’Neal, who shows…
Fisher Named New Head Basketball Coach at Winchester High School
By Cary Shuman Johnna Fisher, a former basketball captain at Winthrop High who went on to play at Division 1 Central Connecticut State University, has been named the new head coach of the Winchester High girls basketball team. At 24,…
Magrane Seeks Election to Ward 2 Seat on Council
By Cary Shuman Christopher Magrane, a lifelong Lynn resident and a homeowner, has announced his candidacy for the Ward 2 seat on the Lynn City Council. Ward 2 Councilor William Trahant Jr. is not seeking re-election to the seat. Magrane…
Council Votes to Place Medical Marijuana Dispensary on Lynnway
By John Lynds The Lynn City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to grant a special permit to Mass Patient Foundation Inc. (MPF) to site a medical marijuana dispensary on the Lynnway. The Newton-based MPF Inc. was one of two medical…
Boston Nightlife in Lynn:District 45 Now Open in East Lynn
By Joseph Domelowicz Jr. East Lynn and the North Shore welcomed District 45 to the dining scene this past month, as the latest addition to The Neighborhood Restaurant Group chain opened its doors at 45 Lewis Street, in the site…
Innovative Arts Initiative in Lynn Forges Strategic Partnerships, Gains Momentum
Through partnerships with corporations, local businesses, government agencies, civic organizations and donors, Beyond Walls, a Massachusetts-based nonprofit, is advancing an ambitious effort to galvanize the city of Lynn by using art to encourage visitation and spark economic vitality. This bold…
An Investment In Our Future
Governor Charlie Baker’s recent announcement that his administration will ask the legislature for a five-year, $500 million life sciences initiative that will extend the state’s decade-long commitment to the biotech and medical technology industry demonstrates the governor’s focus on maintaining…
7th Annual Reading of Frederick Douglass’ Speech
Photos & Story by Marianne Salza The New Lynn Coalition and the Parks Department of Lynn, in sponsorship with Mass. Humanities, hosted the 7th Annual Reading of Frederick Douglass’ Speech, on July 3, at High Rock Tower. Families gathered…
Lynn Babe Ruth Teams Begin State Tournament
By Cary Shuman Hoping to match the impressive accomplishment of last year’s Lynn Babe Ruth 15-year-old team that advanced to the World Series in North Dakota, the city’s three Babe Ruth All-Star teams begin State Tournament competition this weekend. Lynn…