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PSB/Town Hall project vote Tuesday

November 30, 2022

AN ARTIST’S RENDERING OF the planned new Fire Headquarters that would be built if voters approve the $63.5 million public safety buildings and Town Hall project during a Special Town Election on Tuesday, Dec. 6. (Tappé Architects Photo)

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Voters will decide the fate of the proposed $63.5 million public…

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Lynnfield Recreation Tree Lighting Ceremony Saturday

November 30, 2022

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

Lynnfield Recreation will usher the holiday season in style when the incredibly popular Gingerbread House Contest, Light Up Lynnfield Contest and Tree Lighting Ceremony returns to town on Saturday, Dec. 3.

“We are excited to have the annual Tree Lighting festivities on…

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Country Store returns Saturday

November 30, 2022

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — It’s back.

Historic Lynnfield, Inc. will be hosting the highly anticipated Country Store in the Meeting House, beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3. The newly formed nonprofit organization will be using the Country Store’s proceeds to preserve the 1714 Meeting House as well as historic artifacts located in…

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EDITORIAL: Vote yes for PSB, Town Hall project

November 30, 2022

We noted in a May editorial that hundreds of residents gather on the Town Common each Sept. 11 for First Responders Day. The ceremony honors the victims and survivors of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and recognizes Lynnfield first responders for keeping townspeople safe.

As the old saying goes, actions speak louder than words. That is…

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John Spadafora Sr., 78

November 30, 2022

A loving father and grandfather

SAUGUS — John (Jack) Anthony Spadafora Sr., 78, of Saugus, died on Nov. 10, 2022 while surrounded by his family.

Jack was born in Chelsea, and was the loving son of the late Joseph and Eveyln Spadafora. He was educated in the Malden and Melrose school systems. He…

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Public safety buildings project gets huge boost at TM

November 16, 2022

LOCAL OFFICIALS, from left, Police Chief Nick Secatore, Town Administrator Rob Dolan and Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director Glenn Davis urged Fall Town Meeting to approve the $63.5 million public safety buildings and Town Hall project on Monday. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Voters at Monday’s Fall Town Meeting overwhelmingly approved sending…

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Lynnfield comeback falls short in quarterfinals against St. Mary’s

November 16, 2022

CAMDEN MARENGI made multiple tough catches to try and spark a Pioneer comeback against St. Mary’s. (Kristine Marengi Photo)

By JAMES CRANNEY

LYNN – It was six years ago the last time the Pioneers matched up against the Spartans from St. Mary’s. During that 2016 semifinal meeting, St. Mary’s came away with a 44-24…

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Pioneer volleyball rolls on to state semifinals

November 16, 2022

THE PIONEERS celebrate their state quarterfinal win over Nantucket Thursday. Lynnfield traveled to Canton High on Tuesday after press time to meet Joseph Case in the state semifinals. The winner will play the winner of Ipswich vs. Weston in the state finals, date and time to be announced. (LHS Athletics Photo)

Met Joseph Case…

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Community comes together for ‘Sharla Strong’ fundraiser

November 16, 2022

SHARLA SIEVE (left) is incredibly touched that her daughter Olivia is holding a fundraiser that seeks to help colon cancer patients including her to receive treatment at a proposed new clinical program at MGH. (Courtesy Photo)

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield High School sophomore Olivia Sieve’s mom Sharla is her hero.

“My mom…

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Frances Lacey, 97

November 16, 2022

A sweet and gentle soul who loved spending time with family

LYNNFIELD — Frances E. (Smith) Lacey, 97, a resident of Lynnfield, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022 at a Lynnfield health care facility.

Frances was born in Dorchester on July 15, 1925, and was the only child of the late Howard and…

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Neil Podolsky, 75

November 16, 2022

An avid sports fan enjoyed the outdoors

NATICK — Neil Richard Podolsky, 75, of Natick and a former longtime Wakefield resident, died on Nov. 7, 2022 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston after a courageous battle with cancer.