U.S. Postal Service rates are set to change on Sunday, Jan. 27.
Three nearby state lawmakers - State Sen. Katherine Clark and state reps. Donald Wong and Paul Brodeur - offer proposed reforms in light of the John Burbine case.
This week, Patch.com checked in with Lynnfield and Wakefield police chiefs to ask for their thoughts on the current debate over stopping gun violence.
S.A.F.E. Program provides fire safety education to school-age children.
Fox 25 Report says Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr will introduce bill Friday aimed at closing loopholes in sex offender registration system. Back in December, State Senator Katherine Clark raised some similar ideas.
Students expected to be in new classrooms after February vacation.
The IRS has announced a delayed start to the 2012 tax filing season.
Outside of Phil Crawford running for selectman, other candidates to pull papers so far are seeking re-election to their respective posts.
Town's new state senator will hold first constituent service time later this month.
Standard deductions go up, but the ceiling for itemized deductions go down in 2013, plus other changes that will affect your taxes this year.
Residents encouraged to contact healthcare provider or pharmacy to get a flu shot, as illness rates continue to rise.
House Republican Leader Brad Jones announces that GOP conference will try to close campaign loophole involving municipal candidates.
Issue first came to light last year with letter from Lynnfield town administrator.
In letter to selectmen, Fire Chief Joseph Lingel said fee had "created a lot of negative feelings in our community."
Current select board chair Bob MacKendrick announced Monday night he will seek one more term. Al Merritt's seat to remain vacant until April election.
Newton resident and State Treasurer Steve Grossman told WCVB's "On the Record" that he is "leaning strongly" toward running for governor.
State Rep., whose district includes Lynnfield, is re-elected as House minority leader.
Vice chairman of the finance committee has lived in Lynnfield 25 years and is member of the fields study committee.
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The law that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2013 allows store owners to place scanners in the aisles, making shoppers do their own price checks, instead of individually marking each item.
The financial deadline looms in Washington, with no deal yet made. Check this primer, and share your questions and thoughts.
State representative extends new year greetings to town residents.
Selectman Al Merritt resigned effective Dec. 31 to focus on his fight against a serious medical diagnosis. He recently spoke with local media about his work as a public servant in Lynnfield.
Local lawmakers announce $1,000 state grant to help support recycling in town and to decrease amount of municipal solid waste.
President, Congress have just a few days to avert automatic tax increases and spending cuts. A number of Massachusetts Congressman suggest cutting nuclear programs instead.
Congressman Edward Markey says he will run for Sen. John Kerry's seat, if Kerry is appointed U.S. Secretary of State.
town yard waste recycling center open Jan. 2 until Jan. 12.
Marian Burbine made court appearance Thursday morning, with next one set for Feb. 13.
Selectmen approved license renewals for various town business at this week's meeting.
Proposed bike trail would run through Lynnfield and Wakefield. State DOT determines project is eligible for federal aid highway funding. Actual funding is a separate step.
Mass. Senate Republican Leader Bruce Tarr plans to introduce legislation in January.
Office of House Minority Leader encourages local college students to apply for spring internships.
Citing a difficult medical condition, Lynnfield selectman announced Monday night he will resign effective December 31.
Lynnfield Board of Health announces flu clinic at town hall on Thursday, Jan. 3 from 5 to 8 p.m.
With arraignment of John Burbine expected at 9 a.m. Wednesday morning, another round of heavy media presence is likely in the area.
Area elected officials and MWRA authorities were at Lynnfield pump station on Route 1 to announce completion of water main project.
If passed, the law would allow the public to access information about Level 1 sex offenders.
Public officials representing Wakefield and the surrounding area have begun looking at how to better protect the public in light of the John Burbine case. Numerous readers report that he and his wife once worked in Lynnfield.
Last spring, a state task force convened to examine problems with municipal workers filing for unemployment benefits. They've released some proposals.
At Wednesday night's budget summit, Police Chief David Breen said "I think it is time to start a discussion" about replacing the 50+ year old Lynnfield police and fire stations with a town public safety building.