Lynn Public Schools Revamps Admissions Policy for Career Technical Education Programs Lynn Public Schools implements new weighted lottery system for ninth-grade CTE admissions.

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute is shaking up its admissions policy with a new weighted lottery system aimed at giving eighth-graders a fair shot at ninth grade!

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Girls Inc. Presents Video on Tobacco Risks to Lynn City Council Lynn City Council discusses Girls Inc.'s educational video on local tobacco business impacts.

Lynn City Council is taking a stand against tobacco advertising near schools while promoting energy efficiency initiatives to uplift the community.

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Lynn Public Schools Committee Votes on Admissions Policy and Tree Planting Initiatives Committee approves new admissions policy and tree planting at Brickett Elementary School.

Major changes are on the horizon for Lynn students as the School Committee approves a groundbreaking admissions policy and tackles age limits for school attendance!

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School staff rallies support for breakfast and lunch despite coordinator absence Staff members, including Tanya, Barbara, and Rachel, ensure meal services continue.

Despite the absence of a kitchen coordinator, the dedicated team at Lynn Council on Aging is stepping up to ensure that vital meals continue for local seniors.

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Community voices opposition to proposed garage conversion at local board meeting Residents express concerns over garage conversion impacting neighborhood dynamics at board meeting

Residents of Lynn are raising their voices against a controversial garage conversion project that could reshape their neighborhood forever.

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Lynn Planning Board reviews 3-story home addition proposal amid lot coverage concerns Board evaluates variance request for residential addition and addresses neighborhood impact.

A contentious debate unfolds in Lynn as residents clash over a proposed three-story home addition that could change the neighborhood's character forever.

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Lynn City Council addresses open meeting complaint regarding Kings Beach grant process Council asserts no violation occurred in accepting $2.2M grant for Kings Beach project.

The Lynn City Council faces scrutiny over its $2.2 million grant for King's Beach, as concerns arise about transparency in funding decisions.

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City Council discusses comprehensive zoning overhaul to promote sustainable development Council members debate zoning changes aimed at improving housing, jobs, and commercial growth.

Lynn is gearing up for a transformative zoning overhaul that promises diverse housing, improved job access, and vibrant community spaces!

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City council debates new liquor store license amid community support and opposition Council discusses liquor store license renewal, highlighting community support versus local concerns.

The Lynn License Commission is torn between supporting a beloved local business and addressing community concerns over liquor store saturation—who will win this crucial debate?

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Lynn Zoning Board continues cases to March meeting amid voter limitations Zoning Board members vote to continue cases, lacking the required four votes for approval.

The Lynn Zoning Board has postponed crucial cases to ensure a fair decision-making process, raising questions about future developments in the community.

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