Where were the Salem Witch Trial victims buried? Peabody researchers have an idea.
PEABODY — On a rocky ledge on the outskirts of Salem Town on August 19, 1692, a crowd gathered as Rev. Cotton Mather prayed for the souls of five men sentenced... Read more.
Newbies carry the day in Peabody’s election
PEABODY — Three new councilors will take their place at City Hall in January. Mark O’Neill won an open seat in Ward 6 over Michael Geomelos, while Ryan... Read more.
Peabody: 3 newcomers guaranteed
PEABODY — With Mayor Edward A. Bettencourt running unopposed for a fourth term, the action in Tuesday’s election is further down the ballot. Two ward councilors... Read more.
Peabody wants to cash in on Salem’s Halloween tourism dollars
PEABODY — Every October, tens of thousands of ghosts and goblins wind their way through Peabody on their way to Salem’s Haunted Happenings celebration.... Read more.
Stinky gateway into Peabody: Portable toilet sets people off
PEABODY — Portable toilets serve a function, especially if you’re working on a job site with nowhere else to go. But some city councilors say port-a-potties... Read more.
Peabody is planning its own restaurant row
PEABODY — Plans to make the downtown a North Shore dining destination are coming to a boil. Earlier this year, the popular Brodie’s Pub announced plans to... Read more.
Peabody superintendent interviews to begin next month
PEABODY — Assistant superintendent Cara Murtagh is among the five candidates the School Committee will consider for the district’s top job. Tuesday night,... Read more.
Shifting gears: Peabody to become bike friendly
PEABODY — While some local towns are fighting tooth and nail over building new recreational trails, Peabody is getting in gear to make the city more bike friendly.... Read more.
Paras exemplifies community spirit
PEABODY — The only thing surprising about Tom Paras winning this year’s Harry Ankeles Community Service Award might be that he hadn’t already been... Read more.
Peabody’s Black Box Theater is breaking down walls
PEABODY — The Northeast Arc is used to breaking down walls in a metaphoric sense. But on Thursday morning, the North Shore nonprofit was literally knocking... Read more.