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PHOTO: Blanket time

August 6, 2015

SIX-MONTH-OLD Emily Conlon takes in all the sights and sounds surrounding her while picnicking with her family during last week's summer concert on the common. It was the final event in the series sponsored by the Rotary Club. (Maureen Doherty Photo) — SIX-MONTH-OLD Emily Conlon takes in all the sights and sounds surrounding her while picnicking with her family during last week’s summer concert on the common. It was the final event in the series sponsored by the Rotary Club. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

Published in the August 5, 2015 edition

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My Brother’s Table fundraiser Aug. 13

August 6, 2015

Published in the August 5, 2015 edition brotherstable_web

LYNNFIELD — Old Tyme Italian Cuisine, John’s Roast Beef & Seafood, The Blue Ox, The Porthole, Edible Arrangements of Lynn, British Beer Company, Daniella’s Café of Danvers, Santarpio’s Pizza and PF Chang’s of Peabody will all be featured at My Brother’s Table (MBT), annual Summer Party fundraiser, Thursday…

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Free 8-week program helps seniors manage risk of falls

August 6, 2015

Published in the August 5, 2015 edition

LYNNFIELD — Do you have a fear of falling? Are you concerned about an elder in your life who is at risk of falling? The Lynnfield Senior Center is offering a free eight-week program to address this valid concern and help elders maintain their independence and confidence.

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Year-round watering restrictions in effect

July 31, 2015

LYNNFIELD — The Lynnfield Center Water District (LCWD) has a year-round watering restriction. By order of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), sprinkler use is permitted from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on even numbered calendar days only. A hand held hose may be used at any time.

Violations of the restrictions are subject…

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Two police officers receive promotions

July 31, 2015

CAPTAIN Karl Johnson (left) and Sgt. Al Scotina share a laugh during their promotion ceremony at the July 13 selectmen's meeting attended by family, friends and colleagues. (Maureen Doherty Photo) — CAPTAIN Karl Johnson (left) and Sgt. Al Scotina share a laugh during their promotion ceremony at the July 13 selectmen’s meeting attended by family, friends and colleagues. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

Published in the July 29, 2015 edition

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

LYNNFIELD — Two veteran police officers have earned promotions with the Lynnfield Police Department.

Karl…

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Reid’s Ride raises $190,000 to launch its second decade of fund-raising

July 31, 2015

DUNKIN' DONUTS, the premier event sponsor of the 11th annual Reid's Ride, presented a check for $26,000 to the Reid Sacco AYA Cancer Fund. From left: Regional Vice President of Dunkin' Donuts Northeast Bill Bode, Operations Manager Jen Bonugli and Reid's Ride Directors Lorraine and Gene Sacco and Drs. Lindsay and Weston Sacco. The event raised $190,000. (Courtesy Photo) — DUNKIN’ DONUTS, the premier event sponsor of the 11th annual Reid’s Ride, presented a check for $26,000 to the Reid Sacco AYA Cancer Fund. From left: Regional Vice President of Dunkin’ Donuts Northeast Bill Bode, Operations Manager Jen Bonugli and Reid’s Ride Directors Lorraine and Gene Sacco and Drs. Lindsay and Weston Sacco. The event

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Babble on, Babylon

July 31, 2015

PEACE CORPS volunteer Corey Dolbeare interviews a village chief in Senegal about a farming method he'd like to teach to farmers. He soon learns that communicating his ideas in the native Pulaar language is the first obstacle to be overcome. — PEACE CORPS volunteer Corey Dolbeare interviews a village chief in Senegal about a farming method he’d like to teach to farmers. He soon learns that communicating his ideas in the native Pulaar language is the first obstacle to be overcome.

Published in the July 29, 2015 edition

By COREY DOLBEARE

“Research is a human behavior…

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Over 1,000 attend vigil to honor the life of Sonny Tropeano

July 23, 2015

Published in the July 22, 2015 edition

HUNDREDS of Sonny Tropeano's classmates and friends comforted one another during a candlelight vigil held in his honor on the common Thursday night. (Maureen Doherty Photo) — **HUNDREDS of Sonny Tropeano’s classmates and friends comforted one another during a candlelight vigil held in his honor on the common Thursday night. (Maureen Doherty Photo)**

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

LYNNFIELD — The glow of over 1,000 candles, most held by tiny hands, flickered in the night sky against…

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Selectmen protest planned closure of Union Hospital

July 23, 2015

Published in the July 22, 2015 edition

SELECTMEN Phil Crawford and Chris Barrett (back row, center) stand with area officials during a Save Union Hospital meeting held at Wayne Alarm Systems in Lynn. Barrett said he was proud to join area elected officials to lend his support to save Union Hospital. Selectmen Chairman Crawford read a strong letter sent by the selectmen to Partners Health Care opposing the closure of Union Hospital. (Courtesy Photo) — SELECTMEN Phil Crawford and Chris Barrett (back row, center) stand with area officials during a Save Union Hospital meeting held at Wayne Alarm Systems in Lynn. Barrett said he was proud to join area elected officials to lend his support to save Union Hospital. Selectmen Chairman Crawford read

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Zoning change sought for CVS

July 23, 2015

Published in the July 22, 2015 edition

By MAUREEN DOHERTY

LYNNFIELD — A zoning change from Residence A to Limited Business affecting a portion of the Bridgewell property will be sought at October Town Meeting for the planned CVS on Rte. 1.

Attorney Jay Kimball, who represents CVS, presented a petition for the warrant article…