Having filled his own cup, Christopher Gomez is now focused on extending a helping hand and supporting others … [Read more...] about Christopher Gomez: More than just a trainer
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Lynnfield Boys Scouts camp out in Salem
Adam Levine
LYNNFIELD — Boy Scout Troop 48 spent the weekend camping out at Winter Island in Salem. The 14 scouts in … [Read more...] about Lynnfield Boys Scouts camp out in Salem
Sister act: St. Mary’s honors its nuns
Paul Halloran
SALEM — St. Mary’s School presented the Cardinal Cushing Award to the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and the … [Read more...] about Sister act: St. Mary’s honors its nuns
Meet a therapy alpaca at the Peabody Library
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Come to the Peabody Library courtyard on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 12 p.m. to meet, greet, pet and hang out with a … [Read more...] about Meet a therapy alpaca at the Peabody Library
Hot (or cold) off the presses: Item Cafe opens its doors on Exchange Street
Matteo Valente
“This is great for the community.” “Can’t recommend enough!” “Definitely our new go-to spot!” These are some … [Read more...] about Hot (or cold) off the presses: Item Cafe opens its doors on Exchange Street
Lynn’s Jah’Nyah Spencer to release debut single ‘Latté’
Matteo Valente
LYNN — Visual artist Jah'Nyah Spencer will release her debut single, “Latté,” to the public on Oct. 1. She … [Read more...] about Lynn’s Jah’Nyah Spencer to release debut single ‘Latté’
Wicked Haunt Fest promises thrilling Halloween experiences
Adam Levine
BOSTON — Local entertainment producer Carl Rugato aims to redefine Halloween with his debut of Wicked Haunt … [Read more...] about Wicked Haunt Fest promises thrilling Halloween experiences
Short Stories: I’m allergic to you
Sidnee Short
I’ve been covered in hives for weeks now. From the soles of my feet to my scalp I’m itchy, I’m red, and … [Read more...] about Short Stories: I’m allergic to you
GALA opens two new galleries for October
Emily Rosenberg
LYNN — The Galleries at LynnArts (GALA) recently unveiled two exhibits for October — Wicked Whimsy and Wonder, … [Read more...] about GALA opens two new galleries for October
Call for Artists at the Peabody Institute Library
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The Peabody Institute Library is hosting its second annual Winter Holiday Art Fair, which will take place on … [Read more...] about Call for Artists at the Peabody Institute Library
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Hasak: What does a photographer do on vacation?
Spenser Hasak
In July, I went on vacation with my wife, Casey, and a group of friends to the south of France for a wedding, … [Read more...] about Hasak: What does a photographer do on vacation?
Beyond the frame with Nehemiah Brent
Matteo Valente
Nehemiah Brent is quite the talented image-maker with a creative perspective. You don’t believe me? Well, his … [Read more...] about Beyond the frame with Nehemiah Brent
Poetry Salon begins new season on small press poets
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On Thursday, Sept. 19, the Poetry Salon will begin its new season, featuring the work of poet Richard … [Read more...] about Poetry Salon begins new season on small press poets
Nonprofit SPURs volunteers into action
Matteo Valente
I had first heard about SPUR when I was covering a story about a mural unveiling the nonprofit had … [Read more...] about Nonprofit SPURs volunteers into action
SHORT: To pack or to procrastinate
Sidnee Short
I truly believe I’m not being dramatic when I say every time somebody has to pack, an angel loses its … [Read more...] about SHORT: To pack or to procrastinate
Short: Confessions of a shopaholic
Sidnee Short
My name is Sidnee, and I’m a shopaholic. I was doing some chores around my apartment the other day and … [Read more...] about Short: Confessions of a shopaholic
Remembering another star in the sky
Matteo Valente
Although just 10 months apart, Tyler Joyce was not just my older cousin. He felt like another brother of mine. … [Read more...] about Remembering another star in the sky
Boys & Girls Club of Lynn provdes expanded programming
Paul Halloran
The Boys & Girls Club of Lynn is providing expanded programming and opportunities for teen members again … [Read more...] about Boys & Girls Club of Lynn provdes expanded programming
Short: She ❤️ New York
Sidnee Short
Last month, for the first time in my life, I went to the Big Apple. The melting pot. The city that never … [Read more...] about Short: She ❤️ New York
SHORT: A monolingual girl in a multilingual world
Sidnee Short
No hablo español. That means “I don’t speak Spanish” in Spanish. I just googled it. I went to New Jersey … [Read more...] about SHORT: A monolingual girl in a multilingual world