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Senior Center fully opens with new second floor

July 31, 2026

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City of Lynn Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for New Senior Center

The City of Lynn holds a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, July 31 at 11 a.m. celebrating the full opening of its senior center on Friend Street. The event marks four years of service and debuts the newly accessible second floor, which organizers say brings more amenities and learning spaces.

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Lynn Woman Arrested on Sex Trafficking, Larceny Warrants

Lynn Police made two arrests Wednesday, July 29: a 33-year-old woman held on warrants for sexual conduct for a fee, trespassing, shoplifting and disorderly conduct, and a man charged with Class B drug possession.

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Road Rage Incident, Vandalism at Welch School Reported

Lynn's July 29 police log also included a road rage incident at South Peabody Liquor Store, a vandalism report at Welch School, and a suspicious activity complaint on Driscoll Street.

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Yarn & Yap Craft Meetup at Lynn Public Library

Crafters of all skill levels can join 'Yarn & Yap' at the Lynn Public Library today, July 31, at 10:30 a.m. to work on fiber art projects and socialize.

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DENCITY International Soulcase Dance Event Coming to Lynn

DENCITY International Soulcase, a dance event, is set for Monday, Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. at 25 Exchange St. in downtown Lynn.

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Teen Entrepreneur Speaker Series Set for Lynn YMCA

The Lynn YMCA Auditorium will host a Teen Entrepreneur Speaker Series on Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 5:30 p.m.

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Candidate Forum Set at Neal Rantoul Black Box Theater

A candidate forum ahead of Lynn's municipal and congressional races is set for Thursday, Aug. 6 at 6 p.m. at the Neal Rantoul Black Box Theater.

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Lynn Armory Site to Become 52-Unit Affordable Housing

State housing officials confirmed plans for 52 new affordable units at 15 Pleasant Street, known as Lynn Armory Residence, with an estimated $50.1 million total project cost.

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Lynn Public Schools Superintendent Appoints New Principals

Superintendent Dr. Molly Cohen announced administrative appointments for the upcoming school year, naming Michael Zimirowski principal of Breed Middle School.

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Lynn Youth Summer Track Meet Series Keeps Gaining Speed

The fourth meet of the Lynn Youth Summer Track Meet Series drew 80 young athletes to Manning Field, pushing total registrations close to 200.

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NSCC Launches Healthcare Apprenticeship Initiative in Lynn

North Shore Community College announced a new apprenticeship program at its Lynn and Danvers campuses to help healthcare students earn while learning and address staffing shortages.

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Bacterial Exceedance Warnings Released for King's Beach

King's Beach, which borders Swampscott and Lynn, was posted for bacterial exceedance warnings after recent heavy rain.

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Deadline Arrives for Community Book Drive Benefiting Kids

Friday, July 31 is the last day to donate inclusive and sensory books to Sophia Ortiz Peña's second annual drive benefiting children through the Lynn Disability Network.

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Final Fridays: Mi Gente Celebration at Lynn Museum

The Lynn Museum & Arts Center hosts 'Mi Gente' Friday evening, July 31, celebrating Lynn's Latino community with poetry, Bomba, salsa, and food.

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