Mayor Jared Nicholson and the Lynn Department of Public Works joined students at the Cobbet Elementary School in celebrating Arbor Day with the planting of a tree in front of the school.
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Lorraine Gately for School Committee Campaign Event
A joyful vibrant Lorraine Gately with her son, Michael, by her side, helped kick off the campaign event at Old Tymes Restaurant. Lorraine, who is seeking her fifth term, was introduced by Ward 2 Councilor Rick Starbard. He stated, “Lorraine…
Dr. Peter Meaney Seeks Ward 1 Seat
Dr. Peter Meaney announced his candidacy for Ward 1. Peter is a very energic, curious, and caring person who loves life according to Ward 1 resident Priscilla Gainey. She added by saying, “Peter takes every day head-on trying to help…
Brian LaPierre Campaign for Councilor At-Large
Seeking a fifth term as Councilor-at-Large, Brian LaPierre looks forward to making more improvements in the City of Lynn. He has continuously been very accessible and responsive to constituents. Brian said, “As City Councilors, we have achieved much, by increasing…
USPS Honors Author and Illustrator Tomie dePaola
The U.S. Postal Service celebrates children’s book author and illustrator Tomie dePaola with the release of a Forever stamp. A dedication ceremony for the stamp was held May 5, at the Currier Museum of Art. “There are many gifted children’s…
Local Students in the News
Malden Catholic Students From Lynn, MA Achieve Honor Roll – Third Quarterr Malden Catholic students have completed the coursework required for the third quarter of the 2022-2023 school year. The school has three categories for outstanding academic performance honors: President’s…
DeSantis vs. Disney: This Is What an Autocracy Looks Like
The ongoing battle that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been waging against the Walt Disney Company not only demonstrates what a petty, vindictive, and mean-spirited little man he is, but also illustrates the danger that an autocratic ruler poses to…
Guest Op-Ed: Mother’s Day and Your Time
By Dr. Glenn Mollette You may have lost your mother early in life or never really knew your mother. My two sons were only 17 and 20 when their mother passed at the ae of 49 from multiple sclerosis. Mother’s…
Nicole McClain Sworn In As Councilor-at-Large
Mary Jane Solimine Was A Wonderful Woman
Our city lost a great lady this week with the passing of Mrs. Mary Jane Solimine on Monday. Together with her husband, David Solimine Sr., to whom she was married for 65 years, Mary Jane formed a philanthropic couple who…