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Cyr, schools’ second in command, gets down to business

August 11, 2016

Published in the August 10, 2016 edition

KEVIN CYR has settled into his role as the school system’s director of teaching and learning. He began his new job July 1. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Kevin Cyr is a familiar face in a new place.

After serving as Lynnfield High School’s assistant…

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Restaurants joining forces to promote local dining

August 11, 2016

Published in the August 10, 2016 edition

By MARK SARDELLA

LYNNFIELD — The towns of Lynnfield, Wakefield and Stoneham are more and more becoming known as “dining destinations.” With MarketStreet boasting a host of fine restaurants and all three towns offering a variety of diverse cuisine, the area has become synonymous with good food.

In…

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PHOTO: Dry as a bone

August 11, 2016

THE MANDATORY ban on outside watering has entered its seventh week within the Lynnfield Center Water District (LCWD) due to the extended drought. Only hand-held watering is allowed and fines will be imposed on those caught using sprinklers or irrigation systems. The state DEP enacted the ban in June for all communities that withdraw water from the Ipswich River basin. Those unsure of the water district in which they reside need only check the color of the fire hydrants in their neighborhood. LCWD hydrants are green. (Maureen Doherty Photo) — THE MANDATORY ban on outside watering has entered its seventh week within the Lynnfield Center Water District (LCWD) due to the extended drought. Only hand-held watering is allowed and fines will be imposed on those caught using sprinklers or irrigation systems. The state DEP enacted the ban in June for all communities that withdraw water

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PHOTO: Moving performance

August 4, 2016

MUSIC TEACHER Harry Wagg accompanies aspiring singer Sarah Kaufman during Community Schools’ Let’s Get Loud camp July 29. Kaufman wrote the song she performed. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

Published in the August 3, 2016 edition

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No conflict for Mullen

August 4, 2016

Published in the August 4, 2016 edition

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

LYNNFIELD — Town Counsel Thomas Mullen will be allowed to advise the Board of Health (BOH) on matters relating to upgrades being required by the BOH and the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) on the new owners of the Centre Court/Main Street shopping center…

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‘Kook’ Lawry’s eclecticism knows no boundaries

August 4, 2016

Published in the August 3, 2016 edition

THE BAND Funbucket featuring, from left, bassist Kook Lawry, singer Chris O'Connor, drummer Greg Dann and guitarist Mike McMahon performed a cover of Tom Petty's "You Wreck Me" during the Rotary Club's Concert on the Common last week. (Dan Tomasello Photo) — THE BAND Funbucket featuring, from left, bassist Kook Lawry, singer Chris O’Connor, drummer Greg Dann and guitarist Mike McMahon performed a cover of Tom Petty’s “You Wreck Me” during the Rotary Club’s Concert on the Common last week. (Dan Tomasello Photo)

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — Main Street…

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Glen Meadow playground project wrapping up

August 4, 2016

Published in the August 3, 2016 edition

By DAN TOMASELLO

LYNNFIELD — The new playground at Glen Meadow Park will be completed later this month, Department of Public Works Director Andrew Lafferty said last week.

During April Town Meeting, the Lynnfield Moms Group (LMG) succeeded in getting townspeople to earmark $200,000 toward the construction of…

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Roadwork delays on Driftwood and Grey Lanes

August 4, 2016

Published in the August 3, 2016 edition

LYNNFIELD — The Department of Public Works began reconstructing Driftwood Lane and Grey Lane on Thursday, Aug. 4.

Residents along both streets will be asked to assist the DPW while this work is occurring. Parking on both streets is prohibited while this work is being performed, starting at…

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LAG Paint-Along this Saturday

August 4, 2016

Published in the August 3, 2016 edition

LYNNFIELD — The Lynnfield Art Guild (LAG) keeps painting all summer, with Paint-Along Workshops the first Saturday of each month at Columbus Hall in Post Office Square, South Lynnfield (behind the Dunkin’ Donuts) and occasional ‘en plein air’ outings.

Join them this Saturday, Aug. 6 for their next…

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PHOTO: Beating the heat

August 4, 2016

JOEY CUCCINIELLO, 10, performs an acrobatic somersault into Pillings Pond to get relief from the summer heat and humidity. He lives on Beechwood Road in the Pillings Pond neighborhood. (Courtesy Photo)

Published in the August 3, 2016 edition

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Expect delays, parking bans on Hidden Valley Road

August 2, 2016

Posted on Tuesday August 2, 2016

LYNNFIELD — The Department of Public Works has scheduled reconstruction of Hidden Valley Road beginning Wednesday, August 3, weather permitting.

Residents along this street will be asked to assist the DPW while this work is occurring. Parking on the street is prohibited while this work is being performed from 6…

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PHOTO: Line dancing with the band

July 28, 2016

FANS of Annie Brobst have fun with some traditional country line dancing while the band performs on stage on the common during Saturday's Countryfest concert sponsored by Lynnfield Rec. (Maureen Doherty Photo) — FANS of Annie Brobst have fun with some traditional country line dancing while the band performs on stage on the common during Saturday’s Countryfest concert sponsored by Lynnfield Rec. (Maureen Doherty Photo)