
Swampscott takes up the subject of rats
SWAMPSCOTT — The Select Board discussed possible mitigation strategies for an apparent increased rat presence in town at its meeting Tuesday night. Public Health... Read more.

Swampscott dwelling on housing tax exemption
SWAMPSCOTT — The Affordable Housing Trust weighed seeking a tax exemption for affordable accessory dwelling units (ADUs) during its meeting Monday night. In September... Read more.

Nahant moving on Coast Guard housing
NAHANT — The town is on the verge of selecting a marketing broker to assist in the efforts to sell the former Coast Guard housing properties located on Castle... Read more.

Nahant fees scheduled to increase
NAHANT — The town released its master fee schedule for Fiscal Year 2025. The schedule includes all fees that departments in Town charge for services. Each year,... Read more.

Swampscott talks trash
SWAMPSCOTT — Director of Public Works Gino Cresta met with the Solid Waste Advisory Committee to discuss townwide litter mitigation and enforcement. The main locations... Read more.

Construction begins on Nahant pump station
NAHANT — Construction on the new Ward Road Pump Station has officially begun. In June, the entire building of the station was brought down after the discovery... Read more.

Swampscott plants seeds for potential tree grant
SWAMPSCOTT — The Select Board has authorized Director of Community and Economic Development Marzie Galazka to pursue grants for both planting trees and coastal... Read more.

Rats: Swampscott has a problem
SWAMPSCOTT — Residents have voiced their concerns about what they are describing as an increased rat presence in the Humphrey Street neighborhood. Moira Farrell... Read more.

Swampscott and Lynn residents stand out for King’s Beach
SWAMPSCOTT — Community members from Swampscott and Lynn congregated at Stacey’s Brook on Tuesday evening for a stand-out protest to raise awareness about water-quality... Read more.

Nahant’s Johnson School enriches summer vacation
NAHANT — Learning is continuing beyond the final bell of the school year for the 42 Johnson Elementary School students participating in the school’s summer... Read more.