Lynnfield, MA|News|
Helina Fontes Announces Candidacy For District 6 Gov. Council
District 6 of the Governor's Council includes Lynnfield.
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Weston Residents Flock To Town Greene For Peaceful March
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Shrewsbury Man Indicted For Involuntary Manslaughter
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Dedham Shows Solidarity With Black Lives Matter Movement
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Holliston To Reopen Beaches To Residents Only
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Wellesley Superintendent Speaks On George Floyd Death
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Belmont Police Chief Addresses George Floyd Death
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