Ten residents from Lynn will participate in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 1. Gina Nasco, Peter Imonti, Michelle Imonti, Melissa Bransfield, David Boudreau, Yuri García, Nicholas Imonti, Peter Imonti, Jennifer Powell, and Debra…
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City To Host Two Community Events
Special to the Journal Following the recent tragic violence that has impacted so many in the community, the City will be offering opportunities for residents to access community resources and supports as well as space to mourn, reflect, process, and…
Sumner Tunnel Reopens to Motorists
The Sumner Tunnel in East Boston reopened Friday, Sept. 1 after a two-month closure due to the beginning of the first phase of a $160 million restoration and renovation project to the 89-year-old tunnel. State Rep. Adrian Madaro and State…
Lynn English Superstar Guard Warren Keel Jr. Transfers to Bradford Christian Academy
Warren Keel Jr., one of the premier high school point guards in Massachusetts, has transferred from Lynn English to Bradford Christian Academy, a private school located in Lawrence. A dynamic 5-foot-9-inch, Keel was the most valuable player in the Greater…
Striking Gold on the Gridiron: Youth Football Phenom Jadiel Ortega Begins His High School Career at Lynn Tech
Jadiel Ortega accomplished a lot on the football field this summer. And that’s an understatement. After playing in the New England Flag Football League and excelling at a tournament in New York, Ortega was recommended for a tryout on the…
Elwell Seeks New Players As He Takes Over Classical Baseball Program
After an incredible run of success as a Greater League Babe Ruth All-Star manager, Leon Elwell is looking to conquer new baseball diamonds. Elwell has been named the varsity head baseball coach at Lynn Classical High School, succeeding Mike Zukowski…
City Updates Rental Inspection Program
Special to the Journal In September 2020, the Lynn City Council passed the Rental Inspection Ordinance. The new ordinance would require a yearly registration of all rental units, including condominiums, as well as an inspection of said unit once every…
Overnight Lane Closures on General Edwards Drawbridge Over the Saugus River
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced deck repairs are underway on Route 1A northbound on the General Edwards Drawbridge in Lynn and Revere. The repairs are expected to continue nights from 8:00 p.m. each night to…
Fire Officials Emphasize Safety for Incoming College Students
Special to the Journal As thousands of young adults make their way to Massachusetts colleges and universities, fire service leaders are reminding students and parents to be sure their living spaces have working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms,…
Jeff Newhall Campaigns for Ward 1 City Councilor
Ward 1 Candidate Jeff Newhall is ready on day one when elected. He will bring a positive leadership role to Ward 1. Jeff is campaigning with a visionary outlook for a better future for Ward 1 and the City of…