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Wetland roadway plan draws commission concern

August 19, 2026

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Conservation Commission raises concerns over wetland roadway plan

The Lynn Conservation Commission continued a public hearing Aug. 18 on a proposed development after raising concerns about plans to build a roadway through a wetland resource area. Commissioners are seeking alternatives to the wetland crossing before acting on the plan.

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Police Logs detail Lynn calls from Aug. 17, 2026

The daily Lynn police log details arrests, traffic citations and emergency responses handled by officers on Aug. 17, 2026.

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YMCA hosts Teen Entrepreneur Speaker Series in Lynn

The Demakes Family YMCA holds its Teen Entrepreneur Speaker Series today, Aug. 19, from 5:30-7 p.m., featuring Joe Rez of Joe Rez Law.

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Speak Up Spoken Word Open Mic brings local poets to Walnut Street Cafe

Walnut Street Cafe hosts an open mic tonight, Aug. 19, with signup at 7 p.m., open mic from 7:30-8:30 p.m., and a featured performer from 8:30-9 p.m.

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Teen Friendship Bracelets workshop comes to Lynn Public Library

The Lynn Public Library's Teen Tech Space hosts a friendship bracelet-making activity today, Aug. 19, from 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Lynn Public Library

Gather Health hosts summer skin care workshop for Lynn seniors

Gather Health Primary Care hosts a skin care workshop today, Aug. 19, at 1 p.m. at its center on 50 Boston Street, sharing hot-weather skin protection tips.

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Stand Up Stick Up comedy show brings laughs to the Vault Theatre

The monthly 'Stand Up Stick Up' comedy showcase returns to the Vault Theatre on Aug. 20 at 7:30 p.m., featuring regional stand-up comedians.

Downtown Lynn Cultural District

2nd Annual Ward 6 Kite Day set to soar at Lynn Harbor Park

Organized by Ward 6 Councilor Fred Hogan, the community Kite Day runs Saturday, Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with free kites and ice cream for children.

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Lifelong Lynn resident Anthony 'Tony' Picariello passes away at 91

Anthony J. Picariello, a veteran and co-founder of Pic's Screw Machine, died Aug. 8; a memorial visitation is set for Sunday, Aug. 23 at Solimine Funeral Home.

Solimine Funeral Home

Greater Lynn Chamber of Commerce sets date for annual golf tournament

The Greater Lynn Chamber of Commerce's annual golf tournament is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 24 starting at 9 a.m. at Gannon Golf Club.

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