Thank you, Tom: a first hand account (PIERCE)
Going to Gillette Stadium to see Tom Brady was a pretty normal occurrence for two decades. However, this instance was unique and unprecedented. Tom’s visit “home”... Read more.
Marblehead’s Screening Committee breaks ground on superintendent search
MARBLEHEAD — The Screening Committee gathered Monday night to take the first steps in identifying an interim superintendent of schools to replace Dr. John Buckey.... Read more.
Saugus salutes POWs and MIAs
SAUGUS— The rain held off on Friday evening as residents gathered at Veterans Park for the Saugus Veterans Council’s Prisoners of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA)... Read more.
Towns unite in attempt to preserve Glover Farmhouse
MARBLEHEAD — When two historic houses in Marblehead and Swampscott were in danger of being demolished, the municipalities immediately took action in an attempt... Read more.
Harbormaster issues notice ahead of hurricane
MARBLEHEAD— Harbormaster Mark Souza released a notice on Tuesday concerning the potential impact Hurricane Lee could have on the harbor. He announced that gangways... Read more.
Marblehead residents advised to stay away from Redd’s Pond
MARBLEHEAD — The Board of Health issued a public-health advisory on Wednesday, Aug. 30, due to a suspected outbreak of blue-green algae at Redd’s Pond. This... Read more.
Marblehead school bus operation looking up
MARBLEHEAD — Heading into the previous school year, the state was grappling with a shortage of school buses and drivers. The driver deficiency was especially challenging,... Read more.
Zappe hour is over (PIERCE)
We’re 10 months removed from the height of the Bailey Zappe craze in New England. But after his waiving by the Patriots and subsequent practice squad placement,... Read more.
The NFL jersey number policy just isn’t right (PIERCE)
We’re about to enter year three of the NFL’s relaxed jersey number rules, and I hate it more than ever. I’m not against fun or anything. Trust me. I loved... Read more.
Spurring the school year along for kids in need
MARBLEHEAD — SPUR is currently in the midst of one of its biggest fundraising events: the Student Success Drive. The nonprofit organization is asking for donations... Read more.