Joey Barrett

Who said the fun needed to end on the Fourth of July? The Marblehead Seasiders kept the fun going on the diamond Sunday. In a North Shore Baseball League matinee, at Seaside Park, Marblehead defeated the Beverly Recs, 2-1, in what founder Joe McKane called the “best game of the year.” The game ended with […]

When asked about Marblehead High’s unified track and field program, head coach Tracey Lichtig was ready (set, go) with an answer. Its primary goal is inclusion, according to the special education tutor at the school, who also coaches unified basketball. “That’s really what we aim for,” Lichtig said, “and I’ve seen a lot more interest […]

Joey Barrett

LYNN — District 16 action continued Thursday with a pair of 12-year-old All-Star matchups. Salem rallied back and escaped Wyoma, 6-3, while Peabody West shut down East Lynn, 11-1.

LYNN — The Lynn Parks and Recreation Department is in the midst of its 12th Annual Youth Summer Track Meet Series, which began Monday and continues on July

WINTHROP — One did it with stellar pitching; the other sprinkled in some late-game heroics. Whichever you prefer, they're both champions.

LYNN — The Peabody West 12-year-old All-Stars put on a show at Charlie Reinfuss Field, eliminating West Lynn, 14-3, and advancing to the next round of the District 16 tournament.

LYNN — Tuesday's Daily Item All-Star awards ceremony is open to the public at the Lynn Museum and Arts Center (590 Washington St.) beginning at 6 p.m. The evening recognizes local student-athletes and coaches for their achievements during the spring sports season.

Lynnfield — which heated up late with two of its three hits in the final inning — came from behind to escape Peabody, 3-2, in Winthrop. The team advanced to the Section 4 tournament (TBD).

LYNN — After months of hard work — in competition and behind the scenes — the best of the best gathered at Lynn Museum for Tuesday's Daily Item All-Star awards ceremony.