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Man arraigned in South Common St. death
August 25, 2026
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Lynn man arraigned in death of Fitchburg man on South Common Street
A Lynn man was arraigned Monday, Aug. 24, on a murder charge in the death of a 52-year-old Fitchburg man found dead earlier this month on South Common Street. The victim was identified earlier in August, and the case had been investigated as an apparent homicide.
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Lynn Classical volleyball opens season with new-look roster
Lynn Classical girls volleyball, one of the Greater Boston League's stronger programs, opens its season with senior all-star Sejla Iriskic leading a reshaped roster.
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New Lynn Coalition to host free mobile food market at Cook Street Park
The New Lynn Coalition and The Salem Pantry, with Ward 2 Councilor Obead Matul, will host a free mobile food market at Cook Street Park today, Aug. 25, from 3-4 p.m.; no documentation required.
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Ward 5 Councilor hosts Downtown Community Meeting in Lynn
Lynn Ward 5 Councilor Cardeliz "Cardie" Paez hosts a downtown community meeting tonight, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m., with representatives from multiple city departments and the school district.
Cardeliz 'Cardie' Paez, Lynn Ward 5 City Councilor
Early voting runs late at Lynn City Hall for state primary
Early voting for the Sept. 1 state primary runs today at Lynn City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., part of an early-voting period lasting through Aug. 28.
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Lynn honors legacy of local hero Michael O'Donovan Ross Jr.
Following his death on Aug. 13, Lynn residents honored Michael O'Donovan Ross Jr. on Aug. 24 for his 35 years of city service and his 1986 rescue of two boys from the King's Beach seawall.
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Lazy Dog of Lynn Sports Bar hosts Feud-style trivia night
Lazy Dog of Lynn Sports Bar hosts an interactive Feud-style trivia event tonight, Aug. 25, starting at 7:30 p.m.
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Yarn & Yap fiber arts meetup coming to Lynn Public Library
The Lynn Public Library hosts its "Yarn & Yap" program for adult crafters to socialize and knit or crochet on Friday, Aug. 28, at 10:30 a.m.
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