New model: Lynnway lane cut adds about a minute

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New traffic analysis adds to Lynnway redesign debate

State transportation officials say updated traffic counts and computer modeling show that removing one general-purpose lane in each direction from the Lynnway would add about 1 minute to most peak-direction trips and just over 2 minutes southbound during the morning commute. The analysis draws on traffic counts collected in March, projected development along the Lynnway and anticipated traffic growth through 2033, but the raw counts and modeling results have not been provided to The Daily Item for independent review. The project would rebuild roughly 2.5 miles of Route 1A with two general-purpose lanes and one dedicated bus lane in each direction, plus protected bike facilities and sidewalks.

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Lynn's Gayle-Bennett wins Moulton's Gomes Service Award

Retired Brig. Gen. Andrea Gayle-Bennett, adjutant of Lynn-Swampscott DAV Chapter #64, won Rep. Seth Moulton's Peter J. Gomes Service Award. She was recognized for connecting disabled veterans with housing, food and peer networks.

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Lynn issues second-quarter preliminary tax bills today

The Assessing Department is issuing second-quarter Fiscal Year 2027 preliminary real estate and personal property tax bills today. Payments are due to the city collector by November 3, 2026.

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Lynn Farmers' Market on the Common today

The Food Project's farmers' market runs today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lynn Common with fresh produce. It accepts SNAP, HIP, EBT, SUN Bucks, WIC, senior coupons, cash and cards.

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Youth cooking class meets today at Phoenix Food Hub

Lynn Parks & Recreation's Youth Cooking Class with Chef Michel meets today from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 8 Silsbee Street. The six-session class teaches basic cooking and food safety to ages 10–13 and costs $135.

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Lynn police detail investigation into former officer Christopher Gomez

Lynn police said they internally investigated a May 16 incident involving former officer Christopher Gomez and referred it to the Essex County District Attorney's Office. The department said it recommended his termination and decertification before he resigned; the indictments are accusations.

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Essex County women's commission meets by Zoom tonight

The Essex County Commission on the Status of Women meets by Zoom tonight from 7 to 8 p.m. The agenda includes onboarding commissioners, planning a listening session and county handbook, committee updates and a treasurer's report.

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Domestic-violence awareness panel streams tonight at 6

The Essex County Commission on the Status of Women hosts "Overcoming Abuse: Stories and Support" tonight at 6 p.m. on Facebook Live. A survivor and advocates will discuss domestic-violence protections.

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Lynn Tech girls soccer hosts Minuteman Regional today

Lynn Tech hosts Minuteman Regional in girls varsity soccer today at 5:45 p.m.

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Lynn Classical girls soccer hosts Malden today

Lynn Classical hosts Malden in a varsity girls' soccer conference match today at 4 p.m.

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Man, 20, shot in leg at Curwin Circle; says wounds self-inflicted

Police are investigating after a 20-year-old man was shot in the leg at 237 Curwin Circle around 10:52 p.m. Tuesday. He calls the wounds self-inflicted.

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Boys & Girls Club of Lynn gets new vehicle from Bridgestone

The Boys & Girls Club of Lynn celebrated the delivery of a vehicle from Bridgestone for its members.

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