Defendant admitted to participating in a machinegun shooting; two innocent victims were hit by gunfire and survived BOSTON – A member of the Lynn Chapter of the Trinitarios pleaded guilty today to racketeering charges, including his participation in two attempted…

Lainey Wilson, Chance the Rapper and Trombone Shorty to be Special Guest Artists for Signature MA250 Event on the Esplanade BOSTON — Governor Maura Healey and the Boston Pops today announced the lineup and programming for the 2026 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, the signature July…

SALEM – Please be advised that memorial services and the funeral procession for Massachusetts State Trooper Kevin Trainor are planned for St. James Church on Federal Street in Salem this upcoming Wednesday, May 13, 2026.  State Trooper Trainor graduated from Salem High School in 2013 and…

St. Mary’s moves to independent status in most sports LYNN – The board of trustees at St. Mary’s High School in Lynn approved a strategic realignment of the school’s interscholastic athletics program. As a result, the school will switch to independent status…

MANCHESTER-BY-THE-SEA– Manchester Essex Superintendent Pam Beaudoin is proud to share that the high school’s journalism students have received regional recognition at the New England Scholastic Press Awards.   The class won third place in the All New England award for…

Experience Art Where It’s Made! The Cape Ann Artisans have laid the groundwork for the Spring Open Studios to be held Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7.  The 2026 brochures are now completed with a suggested route for visitors to drive…

SALEM – With prom and graduation season getting underway, now is a good time to ensure that local youth have a great time while staying safe and in compliance with the law, Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker says.…