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Families invited to experience Yom Kippur together
Chabad of Wakefield is hosting Yom Kippur services and programs for families with children on October 1 and 2 at the Four Points Hotel by Sheraton, featuring a family-friendly service, traditional services, and a memorial service.
Republic trash strike ends after 82 days
Republic Services and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 25 have reached a five-year collective bargaining agreement, ending the strike that had been ongoing since July 1, and regular services will resume soon.
More than 100 attend Kirk vigil in Lynnfield
A vigil was held in Lynnfield to honor slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated while holding an event for his organization Turning Point USA, and his widow Erika Kirk has vowed to continue his work.
Library collects personal care products for Citizens Inn
Lynnfield Public Library is hosting a personal care item drive for Citizens Inn from September to October, accepting donations of diapers, menstrual products, sunscreen, toiletries, and more to help local families in need.
Lynnfield announces new Scarecrow Contest
Lynnfield Recreation and A Healthy Lynnfield are hosting the Lynnfield Scarecrow Contest, inviting residents to create and display their own scarecrows for a chance to win gift certificates.
Lynnfield honors first responders
The Town of Lynnfield held its annual First Responders Day to honor the bravery of the Police and Fire departments and to remember the two longtime residents who died in the 9/11 attacks.
Sports
This week’s schedule
THURSDAY No varsity events scheduled FRIDAY Boys soccer Triton at Lynnfield (4) Volleyball Lynnfield at…
High school football predictions (Week 5)
JOEY BARRETT – WEEKLY NEWS SPORTS EDITOR Amesbury 21 Lynnfield 20 MARK ABOYOUN – WEEKLY…
Taming the Tigers at home
Battling rain for nearly the entire game, the Lynnfield girls soccer team took no prisoners…
Pioneers go big, enter win column
After an empty 0-2 start, Lynnfield’s football team capitalized on home turf and got back…
Lifestyle
Lynnfield Scouts to hold sign-up ‘adventure’
Lynnfield’s Cub Scout Pack 48 and Scouts BSA Troop 48 are hosting a sign-up event on September 24 to promote the benefits of scouting, such as character-building, teamwork, and real-world skills.
Cool off at the Senior Center
Cool off this summer and come visit the Lynnfield Senior Center. Call the center at…
2025 Peabody International Festival
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Lynnfield Recreation seeks Ski Club Monitor
The Lynnfield Department of Recreation is seeking a reliable and responsible monitor for the middle school’s Ski Club, who will be responsible for supervising students and ensuring their safety and rule-following while providing support and guidance.
LCWD monthly water readings portal down for maintenance
The online portal for viewing monthly water usage readings will be unavailable for Lynnfield Center…
Select Board reviews ADU warrant article
At the Select Board meeting, new police officers and firefighters were introduced, and presentations were given on the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) warrant article and the updated Hazard Mitigation Plan, which is open for public comment until Oct. 29.
LCWD system stable, without quality complaints after new supply connection
Lynnfield has activated a new water connection to supplement the existing water supply, which has stabilized the LCWD and will reduce water restrictions in the future.
Moulton announces more than $2.1M in federal firefighter grants
Congressman Seth Moulton announced Monday that fire departments across the Sixth District will receive more…
Town proposes ADU zoning bylaw amendment
The Zoning Board voted to recommend an amendment to the current zoning bylaw governing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to bring it into compliance with the Affordable Homes Act, which will provide more public safety oversight and ensure that ADUs do not have an undue impact on neighbors or the environment.
School Committee hears draft of new graduation policy
The Lynnfield School Committee discussed a proposed trip to Nashville, heard updates from student athletes and Morgan’s Message, discussed the Middle School Pathway Exploration Policy, and reviewed a draft of a policy update surrounding high school graduation requirements.
State budget bill focuses on boosting hospitals and community health centers
The Massachusetts Legislature has enacted a supplemental budget bill to provide $199 million in targeted relief payments to financially strained hospitals and community health centers, prioritizing those that serve the greatest share of the state’s low-income population.