Nahant’s Johnson School seeks $72G
SWAMPSCOTT – Johnson Elementary School is looking to Town Meeting for an additional $72,000 to improve the parking lot, sidewalk and lighting around the school.Last... Read more.
Nahant aims to save money by posting Meeting warrant online
NAHANT – Using the Internet to disseminate information to voters could save the town more than $7,000 a year.Currently every registered voter in town receives... Read more.
Swampscott Town Hall employees complete new defibrillator training
SWAMPSCOTT – If you have a heart attack in Town Hall there are some newly certified town employees who may be able to help save your life.A new defibrillator... Read more.
Nahant spending freeze may eliminate summer jobs
NAHANT – The town has not issued any pink slips but it’s tightening its belt bracing for the worst.As a result of mid-year cuts in state aid, a spending... Read more.
Group seeks to raise money for veterans appreciation event
SWAMPSCOTT – The North Shore Veterans Appreciation Committee is soliciting donations for an upcoming fundraiser.The fundraiser has been scheduled for Feb.... Read more.
Nahant Causeway work to go up for bid
NAHANT – The state is preparing to solicit bids for the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Nahant Causeway rehabilitation project.Nahant Town... Read more.
Swampscott officials hope to avoid layoffs
SWAMPSCOTT – Several departments in town are hoping money saving measures currently being implemented will help prevent layoffs, which town officials fear... Read more.
Swampscott looking to slash budget
SWAMPSCOTT-Due to budget cuts in state aid for the current fiscal year, the town is trying to find a way to slash approximately $150,000 from its budget.Swampscott... Read more.
Budget cuts force Swampscott Police Detective back onto patrol beat
SWAMPSCOTT-The police department is tightening its belt and trying to contain costs without laying off employees.Detective James Schultz is being transferred from... Read more.
Swampscott issues ‘Biggest Loser’ weight loss challenge
SWAMPSCOTT – The town has its own version of “The Biggest Loser” with a twist.The town weight loss challenge is kinder and gentler than the television... Read more.