Russell of Lynn Graduates from Lasell University Kelly Russell of Lynn graduated Summa Cum Laude from Lasell University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Creative Advertising). Graduates were recognized at the University’s 169th Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 13.…
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American Flag Burning Ceremony
Capt. William G. Shoemaker Post 345 conducted the second annual burning of unserviceable American Flags. Since 1937 the disposal of worn or tattered flags has been a tradition through the American Legion. It is customary to show respect and tribute…
Elizabeth Figueroa Kickoff Campaign for Ward 2
Community Activist and business owner, Elizabeth Figueroa, is focused on strengthening and unifying Ward 2. She announced her candidacy for City Council with a large group of supporters at Uncommon Feast on Western Avenue. Pasto Giselle Bido introduced Elizabeth for…
Ward 3 Councilor Coco Alinsug Re-Election Campaign Kickoff
Jubilant supporters applauded and cheered during the evening at Coco Alinsug’s Ward 3 re-election kickoff campaign. Precinct Captain Bonnie Carr reviewed Coco’s many accomplishments during his first term in office as she stated, “Coco is a highly engaged Councilor. Ward…
Museum Wins National Contest, Hosts Independence Day Block Party Celebrating Military Community
Special to the Journal The USS Constitution Museum invites the public to celebrate Independence Day and the Military community with a free, family-friendly event. The “Huzzah! Salute to Service Block Party” will be held at Charlestown Navy Yard on July…
Blue Line Free Fares Part Of Sumner Mitigation Efforts
By Adam Swift The Blue Line will be free for all commuters this summer as part of efforts to mitigate the additional traffic expected with the closure of the Sumner Tunnel for repairs in July and August. The Sumner Tunnel…
Malden Catholic Celebrates 88th Commencement
On Saturday, May 20, 2023, Malden Catholic celebrated the 88th Commencement ceremony with 156 graduates from the Boys and Girls Divisions. The Class of 2023 commencement was held in the Doherty Gymnasium with more than 800 family members, faculty and…
Yes, We’re in Hot Water
It’s a cliche that modern man is out-of-touch with the natural world (what’s left of it). Whereas our long-ago ancestors had a deep sense of the change of seasons, migrations of animals, and so forth, we know nothing. Compared to…
No End in Sight For Housing Crisis
Everyone on all sides of the political and economic spectrums are in agreement that (1) inflation is too high and (2) there is a shortage of housing in this country. However, solving both of those problems seems to have become…
Guest Op-Ed: Climate Change Affects Everyone Through Water — Even in Massachusetts
By: Julia Blatt, Executive Director, Massachusetts Rivers Alliance When we think of climate change, the first images that come to mind are of hot temperatures, melting ice caps, and greenhouse gases clogging the atmosphere. A recent report by the United…