Special to the Journal Bishop Fenwick High School and St. Mary of the Annunciation School announced today the appointment of Dr. Michael R. Volonnino as its next President, effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Volonnino brings a distinguished record of Catholic…
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New England Patriots Wide Receiver DeMario “Pop” Douglas partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts to champion youth mentorship
Special to the Journal Known for his speed, determination, and playmaking ability on Sundays, New England Patriots Wide Receiver DeMario “Pop” Douglas is taking his impact beyond the gridiron, partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts (BBBSEM) to…
Our brave soldiers once again are defending freedom
Regardless of whether one agrees with the undertaking of an undeclared war with Iran that ignited over the weekend, these hostilities once again have placed the lives of American soldiers at immediate risk on the front line. However, as our…
KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary Hosts 100th Day Celebration
The celebration commemorated the major academic milestone of students reaching the halfway point of the school year In honor of the 100th day of school, KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary, serving grades K-4, hosted a celebration on Friday, January 30. The…
Massachusetts House passes bills regulating AI use in elections
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed bills regulating the use of artificial intelligence in political advertisements. The bills would require the disclosure of AI use in political advertisements and would ban deceptive communications about a candidate…
Save the Harbor’s Annual JetBlue Shamrock Splash set for March 8
Special to the Journal On Sunday, March 8, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay and JetBlue will be hosting the 16th Annual Shamrock Splash on Constitution Beach, 199 Coleridge St, East Boston from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Participants or…
Local students earn academic honors
Local Emmanuel College Students Make Dean’s List In recognition of their outstanding academic achievement, Emmanuel College has named more than 950 students to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. The following local students were named to the Dean’s…
Regis Men’s Track and Field completes 2025-26 Season
The 2025 Regis Men’s Indoor Track and Field team completed its 2025-26 season. The Pride concluded the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) Championships with a strong third-place finish. “As our winter seasons come to a close, I want to congratulate…
2026 candidate nomination papers are now available
The process of qualifying for the 2026 ballot has officially begun, the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Elections Division announced today. Candidates seeking to run in the September 1st State Primaries or the November 3rd State Election may now obtain nomination…
Massachusetts RMV announces special MA250 low number plate lottery
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is celebrating President’s Day by announcing a special low number lottery featuring the state’s new 250th Anniversary Plate. Residents can apply now. and have until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026. Further…