A major Nor’easter hit the region Thursday and Friday, dropping 15 inches of snow on the city. In the photo above, motorists make their way through the downtown business district.
Author: Journal Staff
A Year of Growth and Stability: From Mayoral Election to New Development, Lynn Prospered in 2013
In looking back over the previous year, there are only a handful of stories that can truly be called the ‘Top Stories of 2013’. First let’s look at our top three stories for 2013 and then we can discuss each…
Good Luck to Lynn Officials in 2014
The City of Lynn welcomed its governmental leaders into office Monday at an impressive inauguration ceremony. Mayor Judith Flanagan Kennedy has led the city to great heights the past four years and Lynn appears poised for even greater days ahead.…
The Casino Licensing Process
Mayor Judith Flanagan Kennedy brought city leaders together at an event to show Lynn and other area communities’ support for the proposed Mohegan Sun hotel/casino at Suffolk Downs. There is no question that the Massachusetts Gaming Commission’s granting of a…
Obituaries 01-07-2014
Alfons Szankowski Served in Polish Army Under British Command During World War II; Worked on Preparing Parts for Apollo Space Program Alfons Szankowski of Lynn died peacefully on Saturday, December 28 after a long fulfilled life surrounded by his loving…
Essex Heritage and Salem Maritime Team up to Help Lynn Students Connect to History
Three separate classes of English Language Learner students from Lynn Classical High School recently took part in a new educational program, “Salem and Global Trade,” led by education coordinators from Essex Heritage and Salem Maritime National Historic Site. Utilizing primary…
City Trying to Start Ferry Service to Boston in 2014
The City of Lynn is aggressively working to begin ferry service to Boston in the coming year, according to James Cowdell, the executive director of the Lynn Economic Development and Industrial Corporation (Lynn EDIC). “I’m hoping that we can get…
Ring out the Old…. We Wish Our Readers a Happy and Healthy 2014
New Year’s Day really isn’t different than any other day of the year. It is a day that has no real significance other than its place on the calendar. However, that lack of meaningfulness also is New Year’s greatest asset.…
St. Mary’s Wins KSA Classic at Disney
Looking every bit like one of the best teams in Massachusetts, the St. Mary’s High School girls basketball team won three games in impressive fashion to claim the KSA Classic championship at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at…
Obituaries 12-31-2013
Anthony Charido US Postal Service Retiree Anthony J. Charido of Lynn, formerly of Revere, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 25 following a long illness. He was 83 years old. Born in Boston, he was raised in Revere and was a…