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Cohen outlines multi-year plan for city schools
September 27, 2026
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Superintendent Molly Cohen Outlines Strategic Plan for Lynn Schools
Superintendent Molly Cohen presented a multi-year strategic plan for Lynn Public Schools to the School Committee on Thursday, Sept. 24. She told the committee she plans to continue her mission of bringing belonging, instruction, relationships, and stability to the district this academic year.
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Nor'easter Brings Coastal Flooding, High Winds to Lynn's Shoreline
The National Weather Service has issued Coastal Flood, High Surf, and High Wind warnings for Lynn's shoreline through Sunday, Sept. 27, with strong winds and flooding affecting coastal Massachusetts.
National Weather Service
Community Trail Run Set for Lynn Woods
Madison Collins and Arc'teryx Boston are hosting a no-drop 5-mile run Sunday, Sept. 27, from 10 to 11 a.m., meeting at 9:45 a.m. in the Pennybrook Road parking lot, with trail-vest demos and post-run snacks.
Arc'teryx Boston
Greater Lynn Church Hosts Community Conversation Sunday
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lynn is holding a board-led community conversation Sunday, Sept. 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., covering the 2026-27 budget, pledge drive, and a proposed policy change, with childcare available.
Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lynn
Swampscott AAPI Market and Celebration Set for Sunday
The Swampscott Cultural Council is hosting an AAPI Market & Celebration Sunday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Swampscott Town Hall, featuring AAPI artists, makers, and vendors alongside the Swampscott Farmers Market as part of a Mid-Autumn Festival event.
Seaside Swampscott
Lydia Breed & Friends Opening Reception Scheduled
An opening reception for 'Lydia Breed & Friends' is set for Sunday, Sept. 27, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave. in Swampscott.
Downtown Lynn Cultural District
High School Roundup: Lynn Classical, KIPP Academy Fall Short
It was a tough Friday night for Lynn high school football: Lynn Classical, KIPP Academy, and Lynn English all lost, while Lynn Tech beat Saugus.
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Nahant Approves FY26 Water, Sewer, and Trash Liens
The Nahant Select Board approved more than $118,000 in outstanding water, sewer, and trash liens for fiscal year 2026 and authorized the town administrator to execute related construction agreements.
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