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Commentary: Will cynicism keep us from recognizing our next statesman? Guest Commentary August 19, 2026 by Guest Commentary Solomon D. Stevens As a people, have we become too cynical for our own good? We live in an age where we routinely assume that all politicians have the worst…

Commentary: Trump has the power to save 13 men who face prison again Guest Commentary August 19, 2026 by Guest Commentary Matthew Charles I know what it’s like to walk out of prison believing your debt has finally been paid. I served time, as I should have. And in a twist…

Police Logs: Aug. 18, 2026 For the Item August 19, 2026 by For the Item All address information, particularly arrests, reflects police records. In the event of a perceived inaccuracy, it is the sole responsibility of the concerned party to contact the relevant police department…

Lynn officers investigated for misuse of Flock cameras Sophia Harris August 19, 2026 by Sophia Harris LYNN — Two Lynn police officers have been placed on paid administrative leave after an audit of the department’s Flock license-plate reader system uncovered a “concerning pattern” in some searches.

Swampscott deals with network disruption Erin Hickey August 19, 2026 by Erin Hickey SWAMPSCOTT — Town officials are investigating a network disruption at Town Hall that has affected municipal operations and prompted the cancellation of several public meetings this week. The disruption occurred…

Nahant School Committee talks cell phone usage Olivia Haydar August 19, 2026 by Olivia Haydar NAHANT — The School Committee discussed the phone policy at Tuesday night’s meeting, making ties to all devices that can send messages, including Apple Watches. The policy, first mentioned in…

Gannon Municipal Golf Course held its Silver Classic, a two-day, two-person best ball featuring 140 teams. Clinching the win on the 18th hole with a low net score of 123 were Justin Merrill and Max Zieringer, who sank a 30-foot putt for birdie. Tom MacPherson and Ross Roy earned second place, while third place saw a three-way tie for Jay Fiste and Bob Breslow, Bob Bogart and Joseph Comeau, as well as Doug Raleigh and Ray Dyer. The tournament was named after former club pro Larry “Silver” Gannon.

Natalucci back behind the Saugus bench For the Item August 19, 2026 by For the Item SAUGUS — Jeff Natalucci (Class of 1995) is returning as the head coach of the hockey program at Saugus Middle High School. Saugus was a part of Peabody’s co-op last…

Aboyoun: The death of the multi-sport athlete Mark Aboyoun August 19, 2026 by Mark Aboyoun I’m a hypocrite. I’m in no way qualified to speak on this subject. Coaches? Sure. Parents? Of course. But me? I’d be doing the complete opposite of what I believed…