Community resurrects paddleboard program in Swampscott
SWAMPSCOTT — After it was abruptly canceled last month, the Kids Stand Up Paddleboard Summer Program is back on at Fisherman’s Beach and is set to begin Monday.... Read more.
Salem police remove barricaded suspect from home after standoff
SALEM — A 32-year-old Salem man was arrested Tuesday morning after an hours-long standoff that began after he allegedly stole an electric bike and “displayed... Read more.
Saugus schools focus on security
SAUGUS — The School Committee on Monday discussed plans to install a student engagement liaison in middle and high schools. “We want to make sure students feel... Read more.
Women of Essex County spreads $250K
The Women’s Fund of Essex County doled out $250,000 to 34 nonprofits throughout the region who are dedicated to “supporting the essential needs of women and... Read more.
Pure magic at Peabody’s Black Box Theater
PEABODY — Audience members were left speechless and stunned by Emmy nominated performer Matt Roberts’ magic show at the Black Box Theater Saturday evening. ... Read more.
Salem addresses students’ mental-health concerns
SALEM — Mental health has become a growing national crisis since the pandemic, which has prompted Salem Public Schools to take the initiative to form a Mental... Read more.
Former corrections officer pleads not guilty in cold case murder
SALEM — Marvin McClendon, a 75-year-old former Massachusetts corrections officer accused of killing an 11-year-old girl in Lawrence more than three decades ago,... Read more.
Marblehead’s Abbot will undergo a $9.5M facelift
MARBLEHEAD — The town is investing $9.5 million to revamp the Abbot Public Library, which will completely transform the space inside the library with more modern... Read more.
Saugus makes plans for new dog park
SAUGUS — The town will convert a playground into a family friendly dog park by removing and renovating current play structures to ensure they are compliant with... Read more.
Salem directs ARPA funds to food security
SALEM — Mayor Kimberley Driscoll announced that part of the first round of American Rescue Plan Act funding received by the city — nearly $600,000 — will be... Read more.