Shots fired in Lynn
By Gayla Cawley LYNN — Shots were reportedly fired by a person riding a motorcycle on Newhall Street on Tuesday. The gunshots were reported at 2:30 p.m., and when police responded, they found several...
View ArticleLending Lynn history a helping hand
Damaged in a storm and carted off for storage until repair money could be found, a statue of St. Joseph has been returned to a place of respect in the Lynn cemetery that bears its name thanks to the...
View ArticleLynn will be picking up Good Vibrations
Brian Wilson is bringing his “Pet Sounds 50th Anniversary World Tour” to the Lynn Auditorium on April 29. By Bill Brotherton LYNN — I’m sure you’ve been thinking “Wouldn’t it Be Nice” if Brian...
View ArticleTaco Bell has a bad ring to it for Lynn neighbors
By Thomas Grillo LYNN — City councilors Tuesday night rejected a 24-hour Taco Bell proposed for the Lynngate Shopping Plaza. Instead, the Licensing Committee approved a closing time of 1 a.m., similar...
View ArticleRonald F. Shattuck, 51
TEWKSBURY — Ronald F. Shattuck, age 51 years, of Tewksbury, formerly of Peabody and Lynn, died Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, after being stricken suddenly at Union Hospital in Lynn. He was the son of Barbara...
View ArticlePhilip A. Pappa Jr., 96
LYNN — Philip A. Pappa Jr., age 96, of Lynn, died Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2016, following a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Christine (Francullo) Pappa, and the son of the late Philip and...
View ArticleLorraine H. Bingham, 85
LYNN — Lorraine Helen (Smith) Bingham, 85, of Lynn, passed away Tuesday Oct. 11, 2016. Born in Lynn and a lifelong resident, she was the daughter of the late Sydney and Mary Leona (Jones) Smith....
View ArticlePolice Log: 10-13-2016
All address information, particularly arrests, reflect police records. In the event of a perceived inaccuracy, it is the sole responsibility of the concerned party to contact the relevant police...
View ArticleComing Attractions
The long-dormant coffeehouse concert series at the Church of St. Andrew in Marblehead will resume as a monthly event on Nov. 12, with a concert by Claudia Schmidt. Pirates Day in Lynn Woods This might...
View ArticleWong, Migliore stake out their platforms in Saugus
By Thor Jourgensen SAUGUS — State Rep. Donald Wong and Democrat challenger Jennifer Migliore are staking out their policy positions and amassing endorsements as the Nov. 8 election draws nearer. Wong...
View ArticleMoulton shares vision for Lynn development
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton answers questions and discusses his goals during a Wednesday morning meeting with Lynn business owners at Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee. Photo by Paula Muller. By Adam Swift...
View ArticleParalympian’s message scores with students
Backed by the words he lives by, motivational speaker Chris Waddell speaks to Marshall Middle School students Wednesday about overcoming adversity. Item photo by Owen O’Rourke. By Michele Durgin LYNN...
View ArticleSaugus offers families support
By Bridget Turcotte SAUGUS — Saugus could become the first dementia-friendly community on the North Shore, thanks to the Family Caregiver Support Program. On Nov. 2, the group will hold a teaching day...
View ArticleRegister getting good deeds done in Lynn
City Councilor Jay Walsh stands in his West Lynn neighborhood where foreclosed homes have become not only an eyesore but a place for squatters and drug dealers. Item photo by Owen O’Rourke. By Thomas...
View ArticleVicky L. Nolan, 66
LYNN — Vicky L. Nolan, age 66, of Lynn, died, Wednesday at the Brudnick Center for living in Peabody after a lengthy illness. She was the wife of the late Ronald E. Nolan with whom she shared 44 years...
View ArticleMary R. Nottingham, 99
LYNN — Mrs. Mary R. (Massa) Nottingham, age 99, a lifelong resident of Lynn, passed away, Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2016, at Kaplan Family Hospice with her son, Stephen, by her side. She was the was the...
View ArticleClaire T. Knights, 85
SAUGUS — Mrs. Claire T. (LeBlanc) Knights, age 85, died on Monday, Oct. 10, at her home in Saugus. She was the wife of the late John L. Knights. Born and raised in Lynn, she was the daughter of the...
View ArticleHelen E. Gillis, 97
MASHPEE — Helen Elizabeth (McAskill) Gillis, 97, of Mashpee, passed away peacefully at the Royal of Cotuit on Oct. 8, 2016. She was the beloved wife of the late John F. Gillis and daughter of the late...
View ArticlePolice Log: 10-14-2016
All address information, particularly arrests, reflect police records. In the event of a perceived inaccuracy, it is the sole responsibility of the concerned party to contact the relevant police...
View ArticleGLSS blows out 40 candles
GLSS employees and volunteers for the evening; Katherine Prouty, Andrea Chaves and Eileen Burk. (Photo by Bob Roche) By Bridget Turcotte LYNN — Greater Lynn Senior Services is celebrating 40 years. An...
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