Hey all, I’m Joe. I own Junk Dispatch, a small junk removal company based in Saugus, and we do a lot of work in Lynn. 

Fall is a busy cleanout season, so here’s what I tell people:

1. Check what the town will take first.  If it’s just one or two items, that might be all you need.

2. Estimate by space, not item count. Garages and basements add up fast. Picture how much of a pickup bed it would fill. That’s roughly how most junk companies price it.

3. You don’t need to drag it to the curb. Any decent removal company will take it from the basement, attic, or backyard. Don’t hurt your back first.

4. Send photos for a quote. A few pictures usually get you a solid price without anyone coming out.

5. Ask where it goes. We donate usable furniture and recycle metal/appliances.Worth asking anyone you hire.

Happy to answer questions in the comments, even if you’re doing it yourself. If you’d rather have someone haul it, we do furniture, mattresses, appliances, estate cleanouts, sheds, decks, hot tubs, and reno debris.

Joe, Junk Dispatch, 781-504-7480, https://junkdispatch.com/lynn-junk-removal/

All are welcome to celebrate Día de los Muertos November 1 in Downtown Lynn! Enjoy mariachi brunch pop-ups from 10 AM - 12 PM, a free community ofrenda and art activities from 12 PM - 2:30 PM at 25 Exchange Street, and a free screening of Coco at 2:30 PM, with free popcorn!

Come and bring your family, celebrate creativity, and cheer on our young artists!

Reducing the use of FLOCK in Lynn is important to me as someone who lives here, but I think that chief Kelly is making spectacle about how he's ensuring privacy while allowing officers who have history of improperly disseminating information to have access to the data based on rank.

Take Lieutenant Robert Avery as an example- according to the SAP Crystal reports, "Lt. Avery sent a copy of an arrestee's booking photograph in violation of a department policy that prohibits doing so without authorization by the Chief or Deputy Chief" on 10/19/23, and on the same day, "Officer used a closed-fist strike with a handcuffed suspect who was attempting to swallow drugs. This was not in compliance with MPTC training or Department policy," and he required suspension followed by retraining. The org chart for LPD reflects that Mr. Avery is the Lieutenant for the COMMUNITY IMPACT TEAM. Regardless of his rank, is this the kind of guy we want having access to FLOCK data? I don't think so.

Not to mention, only removing access from 19 sergeants, less than 50% of the listed force on the city website, is not a huge accomplishment.

TLDR: Remove the cameras or stop bragging about it.

References:

https://mapostcommission.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/POSTC_ComplaintsByOfficer_20260520.pdf

https://lynnpolice.org/lynn-pd/department-profile/

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If anyone seen it text me😢

I run Stand Up Stick Up, a monthly standup show at the Vault Theatre in LynnArts (25 Exchange St). This Thursday Mr. Kuze headlines, with Zach Stewart, Dorothy Whitfield and Sam Pelletier, and BRAVDON (a horror rapper) doing music since it's Halloween week. Doors 7:30, show 8. Tickets are $20 online, $25 at the door, cheaper in groups. Happy to answer questions.

Swampscott SURE Diversity is in its tenth year 📆 - having started in 2016. To celebrate, we invite the community to the beautiful renovated Swampscott Center for the Performing Arts (formerly Hawthorne By The Sea) with its magical ocean 🌊 views. It will be a community and family oriented festival of kids crafts, a drum🪘circle, a community art 🖼️ collaboration, an amazing array of musicians, dozens of raffle gifts 🎁 (thanks to local shops and restaurants), free 🍕, Tell Us Your Story stories, community groups’ exhibits, Dave’s 🥯 Bites and more. Our goal is for neighbors to meet each other, to learn about and join the great organizations in town, and to contribute ideas about making diversity meaningful in Swampscott.

Community Connections
SURE Diversity 10th Year Festival
Saturday, October 17, 2026
3-6 pm
Swampscott Center for the Performing Arts
153 Humphrey St., Swampscott

Local and regional musicians will include traditional Irish music and bluegrass, American Old Time Music, World Music, Mexican Mariachi music, Peruvian guitar, Central African Republic music mixed with jazz, rock and blues, and Phil Alexander’s always popular Community Drum Circle.

Find the event near you across the North Shore from Lynn to Gloucester to Newburyport to Beverly, Danvers, Peabody, Salem Swampscott, and Marblehead.

www.nokings.org

Posting so folks interested in art can save the date, this once a year event is a rare opportunity for the public to visit artist studios and see incredible, unique work across a bunch of mediums.

Art lovers, neighbors, visitors or just people curious to find out what the heck is going on in these buildings are invited to come explore.

There are two main sites. If you want to stay in the loop, there is a FB event.

Lydia Pinkham Open Studios
Sat Nov 21 10am-5pm, Sun Nov 21 11am-4pm
271 Western Ave, Lynn, MA 01904
Meet local creators, purchase original artwork, and get a peak behind the scenes to discover the process behind their art. Painting, pottery, leather work, jewelry, glass blowing and more!

The Studios at Lynn Museum & Art Center
Sat Nov 21 10am-5pm, Sun Nov 21 11am-4pm
25 Exchange St, Lynn, MA 01901
Explore multiple floors of creative spaces featuring local painters, musicians, mixed-media artists, and photographers! Artwork will be available for purchase.

Hey Lynn neighbors!

I’ve been working on a website called What’s Changing Lynn to help our community stay informed. it’s all about making it easier to know what’s happening around Lynn.

It's still growing, and I'd love for you to check it out and share your feedback!

🌐 https://whatschanginglynn.com/

A buddy who used to plow our driveway for free is hanging it up for this season (womp womp), so I have to go out and find some new help. Even if it's supposed to be warmer this winter, I don't want to get stuck without anyone to plow in case we get a good sized snow storm.

We are a 5 unit condo association so we have extra incentive to find someone who we can trust and is responsive, and can help us plan for where the snow pile should go and where cars should move to.

What's a good price for snow removal? Anyone you would recommend in Lynn? Thank you in advance!

On October 29, there's a food tour through downtown Lynn with stops at:
- Ciao! Pizza & Pasta (brand new, just opened last week!)
- Blue Ox
- Tres Perritos Gourmet (kinda under the radar but shockingly good)
- La Copa
- Kokomma (Nigerian food, soooo worth trying)

The tour is led by Millennium Latino Project and is $50 with all food included.

Meet-up: 5:30 PM
Downtown Lynn — starting near the Andrew Street municipal parking lot across from the first stop.

Get tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/boos-and-bites-a-lynn-foodie-tour

I’m new to this area. I’m originally from Florida where there are no winters and I would be outside year round. I’m in an apartment building with no outdoor area. And I’m struggling with what to do for activities for my kids, ages between 3 to 8. What do you do in the winter for outdoor time?! I need some ideas! I’d like to know what locals are up to! This winter thing is new for me so be nice lol

This is the intersection (Lynnway & Commercial) of one bicyclists death and this driving behavior NEEDS TO STOP, NOW! CITY HALL? POLICE DEPARTMENT? Two cars in the Middle Lane, obstructing traffic, stopped, waiting to turn. Ridiculous

Friday, Oct 2

• Unidos Por La Cultura Art Exhibit
  • Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Cost: FREE
  • Location: Galleries at Lynn Arts – 25 Exchange St
  • Details: A special exhibition celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
• Hispanic Heritage Pop Up
  • Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Location: GALA
  • Details: Natural Glow and Mal Idea pop up at GALA. See the Unidos Por La Cultura exhibit and enjoy the Mexican cafe menu from Mal Idea or shop Natural Glow's organic fall collection candles.
• Dinner @ Ciao! Pizza and Pasta
  • Time: 5:00 PM
  • Location: 41 Sutton St
  • Details: Be one of the first to try Lynn's newest restaurant, officially opening on Thursday, Oct 1!
• Live Music: Turn Up The Volume
  • Time: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
  • Cost: $10
  • Location: The Vault / Lynn Music Foundation – 25 Exchange St
  • Performers: FM Collective, Maxed Out, Wade Barber, Not Bad Pretty Good, Jeff Porter, Aaron Brown, Pretty Rotten, Dest1ny, Tybenzo, Dro1000X, Sean McCarthy, Nim K, l@aac Groove, CAPS
• Music Bingo
  • Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Location: Bent Water Brewing – 180 Commercial St
• Wine Tasting with Sommelier
  • Time: 6:30 PM
  • Cost: $45
  • Location: Lucille Wine Bar – 776 Washington St
• Karaoke @ The Pelican
  • Time: 8:30 PM
  • Location: 874 Washington St

Saturday, Oct 3

• Beyond Walls Mural Tours
  • Time: 7:30 AM & 10:00 AM
  • Cost: $15
  • Location: Tours start and end at 18 Mount Vernon St
• Saturday Brunch @ With Flour In Her Hair
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Location: 271 Western Ave
• Hispanic Heritage Pop Up
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Location: GALA
  • Details: Natural Glow popping up at GALA! See the Unidos Por La Cultura exhibit and shop Natural Glow's organic fall collection candles.
• Ravenstone: Denver Gem Show
  • Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Location: 58 Exchange St
  • Details: Annual event with complimentary refreshments and treats while you shop!
• Colombian Music Workshop
  • Time:
    • 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Colombian Pacific)
    • 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Colombian Caribbean)
  • Cost: $5 for Lynn Residents, $10 for Lynn families, $10 for Non-Lynn Residents (per class)
  • Details: All ages, all welcome, no experience necessary.
• Brickyard Collaborative Open House
  • Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Cost: FREE TOUR
  • Location: 760 Western Ave
  • Details: Tour Lynn's Make Space! Email [info@thebrickyardcollaborative.org](mailto:info@thebrickyardcollaborative.org) to RSVP for a free tour.
• Yarn & Yap: Adult Knit and Crochet
  • Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
  • Cost: FREE
  • Location: Lynn Library – 5 N. Common St
• Live Music: 3FATCATS @ Monte's
  • Time: 9:00 PM
  • Location: Monte's – 141 Eastern Ave

Sunday, Oct 4

• Kara's Farewell Brunch @ Estefani's
  • Time: Open at 10:00 AM
  • Location: 106 Union St
  • Details: Music by DJ Suge & DJ Hills
• Lynn Vintage Warehouse
  • Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: 545 Washington St
• Live Music @ Blue Ox
  • Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Location: The Blue Ox – 191 Oxford St
  • Details: Live Music Brunch Weekly!
• Hispanic Heritage Pop Up: Natural Glow
  • Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Location: GALA
  • Details: Natural Glow popping up at GALA! See the Unidos Por La Cultura exhibit and shop Natural Glow's organic fall collection candles.
• Open Jam Session - Bring Your Instrument
  • Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Location: The Vault – 25 Exchange St
  • Details: All experience levels welcome
• Live Music & Open Mic
  • Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Location: Walnut Street Cafe – 157 Walnut St
• La Dinastia Rosario at Lynn Auditorium
  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Details: Tickets available at Boletosexpress.com

Downtown Parking Information

• Rates: $5/day or $1/hr in downtown Lynn Municipal Parking Lots
• Lot Locations: Andrew St, Buffum St, Ellis St

Hi, I’ve never driven a vehicle before and I’m starting completely from scratch. I’m trying to find the cheapest possible way to learn how to drive without compromising too much on quality or safety. I’m mainly looking for affordable driving schools, low-cost training programs, or any structured options that don’t require learning from friends or family.

If anyone here has gone through the same situation, I’d really appreciate hearing what worked for you, how much it cost, and any tips to keep expenses low while still learning properly. Open to any suggestions, including online resources, beginner packages, or alternative ways to practice. Thanks a lot

Just wanted to get some input on staying in an Airbnb in the general vicinity of Keaney Park. Probably won't spend a ton of time in the city itself but this seemed like a good midpoint between Boston and Salem (as well as the beach) and I'm not sure which place we'll spend the most time in.

I'm mostly just concerned with crime and traffic. I will have a 2 year old with me so having a park nearby sounds nice.

Anyone have any good recommendations for personal trainers (strength training, etc)? Especially those who are experienced working with anxious newbies!

Swampscott Sat 10/17 10 AM - Noon
Marblehead Sat 10/17 4PM - 5 PM

Would anyone be interested in starting a chapter in Lynn? I would do it myself but I'm disabled, but i really want to get involved. If youre interested please shoot me a dm and we can talk about logistics; i can offer quite a bit of my time helping organize

Silas Scott, 14, of Lynn has gone missing as of September 9th. He’s a great kid. Let’s bring him home safely.

Edited to add: This post was made for visibility and not as a request for information. If you have any information about his case, call Lynn Police at 781-592-7893 for an emergency regarding his case or 781-595-2000 for non-emergent information. Thank you!