Neighbors explode over illegal fireworks
John Adams in a July 3, 1776 letter to his wife, Abigail, imagined annual celebrations marking independence from British tyranny with “Shews, Games, Sports,... Read more.
Letter to the Editor: Disappointed with Ford
When I read Saturday’s (Daily Item, June 13) paper, I was very disappointed to read John Ford’s comments from the Lynn School Committee meeting that... Read more.
Letter to the Editor: Swampscott needs Civil Service
We are writing this letter to Town Meeting members to address the last- minute addition of Article 12 to the annual town warrant. This article calls for the removal... Read more.
Commentary: Essential workers need a better safety net
A disproportionate number of those who have gotten sick or died from COVID-19 have been people of color and immigrants. Not surprisingly, many of them, considered... Read more.
A voice of protest
As somebody who has lived in Swampscott my entire life, I feel that I have to speak out during this crucial time, on how our town and community can self reflect... Read more.
I Can’t Breathe
I can’t breathe, hand me loose I can’t breathe, release the noose I can’t breathe, why are you choking me Why are you sucking the life from my very soul My... Read more.
A poem by Kayden Everett-Greene
I see hashtags and profile pics saying black lives matter, but this is nothing new I respect your support but I just feel like us getting justice is long overdue... Read more.
Don’t bungle America’s longest war
Editorial from the Bloomberg Opinion editorial board America’s war in Afghanistan has dragged on too long. But the U.S. domestic political calendar shouldn’t... Read more.
Well done, Dr. Gentile
Dr. Patricia A. Gentile’s eight years as North Shore Community College president seem like 20 years with all the significant changes the college has undergone... Read more.
Commentary: Thoughts on the protests
In light of the current protests and calls for racial justice sweeping our nation, I wanted to take a few moments to share some thoughts with all of you from my... Read more.