Saugus asks businesses to up surveillance to combat illegal dumping
SAUGUS — The town’s health department is urging businesses to invest in surveillance after a spate of illegal dumping activity. Director of Public Health John... Read more.
‘Maddy’s Place’ development moving forward in Saugus
A proposed mixed-use development on Route 99 at the former site of Victor’s Italian Cuisine in Saugus is officially moving forward, with the town’s Planning... Read more.
Peabody man facing manslaughter charge for alleged assault on sister
A 39-year-old Peabody man is now facing a charge of manslaughter in connection with an alleged assault on his sister on New Year’s Day that officials say led... Read more.
Snow blankets local communities
A significant winter storm pummeled Massachusetts beginning Saturday night, bringing heavy snow that snarled traffic and created messy conditions on roadways. The... Read more.
Saugus Knights hosting Karaoke Night
The Saugus Knights of Columbus Council 1829 is hosting a Karaoke Night on Saturday, Jan. 13. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. at 57 Appleton St. in Saugus, and admission... Read more.
Saugus School Committee gets Special Ed update
SAUGUS — Despite staffing challenges, school district officials say the special education programs in the town’s public schools are “going very well”... Read more.
Saugus Superintendent Hashem lands similar contract to predecessor
After firing former Superintendent Erin McMahon, the Saugus School Committee moved quickly to fill her post. It hired Michael Hashem the very same day it fired McMahon,... Read more.
Saugus School Committee likely to vote to increase substitute nurse pay
SAUGUS — The School Committee is likely to vote to increase pay for substitute nurses later this month to bring the school district in line with many of its neighbors... Read more.
Peach elected president of Peabody City Council
PEABODY — For the first time in more than a decade, a woman will lead the City Council as its president, with Ward 3 Councilor Stephanie Peach assuming the post... Read more.
2 pedestrians injured in Lynn car crash
Two pedestrians were hurt in a motor vehicle collision that ground Market Street in Lynn to a standstill Wednesday evening, police said. The pedestrians suffered... Read more.