Although those of us who are fortunate to live near the coast may choose the summer as our favorite time of year, fall is the top choice of many of our fellow New Englanders — and a close second for…
Category: Editorials
Remembering the Heroes of 9/11
For every generation of Americans for the past near-century, there have been seminal events for which those who were of a certain age can recall “where they were” when they “heard the news.” Every member of the Greatest Generation could…
Time Warp to Lynn in the 1800’s Coming September 17
Join the Lynn Community Association on September 17th for a free tour of a Lynn icon in history—visit the Grand Army of the Republic Museum at 58 Andrews Street downtown for a close-up tour of Civil War memorabilia. This event…
Enjoy Labor Day Weekend — Safely
It’s hard to believe, but the inevitable has arrived — Labor Day weekend is here. For those of us in the Greater Boston area, this has been the most incredible summer that anyone can remember (and for some of us,…
Yes,We Are In A State Of Drought
Many regions in Massachusetts are facing drought or near-drought conditions. According to federal drought authorities, about 62 percent of the state is considered to be under “severe drought” and some areas northwest of Boston are in “extreme drought.” Water restrictions…
The Olympic Spirit Still Exists
For almost all of us, the Olympics have provided memories that have lasted a lifetime. We can all measure how old we were, or where we were, when we recall Olympic moments both from our youth and through adulthood. For…
Letter to the Editor
Dangers of tethering Dear Editor: The German shepherd in Middleborough who chewed off part of his paw after reportedly being tethered for at least a day and becoming entangled is a reminder of the cruelty and danger of tethering and…
Enjoy The Last Days Of Summer
When we glanced at the calendar this week, it seemed hard to believe that August already is here — and that are just four weeks to go until Labor Day weekend. Summer always is fleeting. It goes by way too…
Children’s Concert and Day At the Park Set for July 30
The Friends of Lynn and Nahant Beach will hold the Sixth Annual Children’s Concert and Day at the Park” on Saturday, July 30 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will be held at Red Rock Park on Lynn…
Our Summer of Discontent
Tragic events seem to be cascading upon us from throughout the world almost on a daily basis. Whereas for the past 15 years (since 9/11), a terrorist-inspired event might happen sporadically, now when we go on-line each morning to look…