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City of Gloucester Published September 19

Trash & Recycling Transition Update: Saturday, September 19, 2026

We know the transition from bags to carts is a big change! Delivery crews are currently finishing up Thursday's route and are deep into Friday's route. To help make the rollout as smooth as possible, please keep these quick guidelines in mind:

WBUR 90.9 FM Published September 18

Affordable senior housing with health care will replace former Lynn hospital

The development will feature 150 apartments for seniors with low incomes, who will be able to access health care from visiting nurses and at a clinic on the property.

City of Methuen Published September 18

Mayor Beauregard Issues Statement Following Joseph Solomon's Guilty Pleas

Mayor D.J. Beauregard issued a statement following former Methuen Police Chief Joseph Solomon's guilty pleas, addressing accountability, public trust and the impact of Solomon's admitted conduct.

Fall River Reporter Published September 18

Massachusetts State Police announce arrest, seizure of 20 kilos of fentanyl, $42,000 in cash

Several agencies combined to seize an impressive haul of drugs in Massachusetts this week. According to Massachusetts State Police, throughout the month of August, Troopers and Task Force Officers assigned to the Commonwealth Interstate Narcotics Reduction Enforcement Team…

City of Methuen Published September 18

Early Voting for November State Election Begins October 17

Early voting for the November 3 State Election will be available at Sanborn Hall from October 17–30. All registered Methuen voters may vote early, and no special circumstances or excuse are required.

City of Gloucester Published September 17

New Trash and Recycling Program Cart Delivery

WBUR 90.9 FM Published September 17

Local ensemble transforms art from the frontlines of war into music for all

Local music and visual arts ensemble Soundscape Visions is premiering a song on September 26 in Lynn that is inspired by art from Ukraine. WBUR Morning Edition Tiziana Dearing spoke with founder and musician Alexander Vavilov about the project and what inspired it.

City of Gloucester Published September 15

Assessor's Office Closure

Assessors Office will be closed on Friday, September 18, 2026...

AllOTSEGO.com (The Freeman's Journal) Published September 11

In Memoriam: Barbara M. Schanz

Barbara M. Schanz, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Cooperstown, New York on August 30, 2026. Barbara was born on July 11, 1932 in Salem, Massachusetts to James and Olive Cox (nee Lain). As a young child her family moved to Ramsey, New Jersey.

City of Gloucester Published September 11