Lynnfield News

Published August 7, 2019

Published August 7, 2019

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — The proposed new Lynnfield Public Library has moved up to number 12 on the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners’ waiting list for library construction projects.

In an interview with the Villager, Library Building Committee Chairman Russell Boekenkroeger said the town moved up two spots on the…

Published August 7, 2019

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD —Two proposed bills that would implement ranked choice voting could lead to voter confusion if signed into law, Town Clerk Trudy Reid said in an interview with the Villager.

Ranked choice voting would allow voters to rank multiple candidates in order of preference. Then when the election…

Published August 7, 2019

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Lynnfield High School will be focusing on social-emotional learning and curriculum development once again next year.

The School Committee recently approved the LHS improvement plan. High School Principal Bob Cleary presented the plan to the committee this spring.

“We are excited to continue with our curriculum…

Published July 31, 2019

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Renovations to Jordan Park are being eyed for October Town Meeting.

In an interview with the Villager, Town Administrator Rob Dolan said the town is looking to have new engineering plans developed in order to make cost-effective improvements to Jordan Park.

“We are excited about the…

Published July 31, 2019

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — The fight against cystic fibrosis is personal for Thomas Road resident Joel Steiner and nine close friends who live in town.

Steiner and fellow residents Matt DiVirgilio, Brian Haney, Daniel Hansen, Greg Monaghan, Gerard Noumi, John Pace, Mark Preston, Louis Tramontozzi and Bobby Williams participated in…

Published July 31, 2019

LYNNFIELD – The $43.1 billion fiscal year 2020 state budget includes a $50,000 grant to support Lynnfield’s ongoing efforts to combat substance abuse in the community.  

House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) and state Sen. Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn) worked together to secure the funding in both the House…

Published July 31, 2019

Published July 24, 2019

LYNNFIELD — Last weekend’s heat wave did nothing to discourage cyclists, supporters and volunteers from participating in the 15th annual Reid’s Ride bike-a-thon on Sunday, July 21.

Warnings from forecasters about the near-record-setting temperatures for Sunday did not stifle the enthusiasm and commitment of the close to 300 riders and 150…

Published July 24, 2019

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — A familiar face will be leading the Lynnfield Center Water District this fall.

The Board of Water Commissioners offered the LCWD superintendent position to Lynnfield resident and Melrose DPW Director John Scenna, who officially accepted the job this week. He will succeed retired Superintendent Ken Burnham,…