Swampscott Waste Advisory disapproves plastic ban
SWAMPSCOTT — The Solid Waste Advisory Committee voted to create a working group that will examine ways to minimize plastic container waste in the town Thursday... Read more.
Change coming for Swampscott parish
SWAMPSCOTT — St. John the Evangelist Parish has announced that Fr. James Kelly, known for his brief yet potent sermons, will retire on June 6 after nearly a decade... Read more.
Swampscott discusses Hawthorne options
SWAMPSCOTT — Nearly a year after Town Meeting approved the purchase of Hawthorne by the Sea for $7 million in June, residents saw proposed designs for the Humphrey... Read more.
Swampscott selects Grishman and Thomspon
SWAMPSCOTT — Voters elected Doug Thompson and reelected David Grishman to serve three-year terms on the Select Board Tuesday night at the Town Election. Voters... Read more.
Nahant artist to be honored at summer exhibit
NAHANT — Two years after world-renowned artist Norman Laliberté died in his Nahant home at the age of 95, the Nahant Cultural Council (NCC) is planning a three-month... Read more.
Swampscott Police warn drivers after uptick in car break-ins
SWAMPSCOTT — Police are warning drivers to lock their unattended vehicles after noticing a spike in car break-ins over the weekend. Since Friday, Swampscott Police... Read more.
Former Northeastern President Curry, of Saugus, dies
SAUGUS — Northeastern University’s fifth President, Dr. John “Jack” Curry, died in his Saugus home Friday at the age of 88 (obituary on page A2). Curry graduated... Read more.
St. Mary’s student prompts Breakheart cleanup
SAUGUS — Liam Martin, a ninth grade student at St. Mary’s High School in Lynn, planted a tree at Breakheart Reservation Park with Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll Saturday... Read more.
Swampscott Select Board to discuss mooring rates
SWAMPSCOTT — The Select Board will vote on Monday, April 24, to decide whether to increase boat mooring fees from $3.50 per foot to $5.50 per foot for residents... Read more.
Police find illegal gun, explosive in Swampscott home
SWAMPSCOTT — David Sill, of Swampscott, was arrested Friday after police found an untraceable firearm, a high-capacity magazine, and an explosive device in his... Read more.