One local parent is struggling to make ends meet this holiday season, but her child remains optimistic and … [Read more...] about Child staying hopeful
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Marblehead works magic against Fenwick
Anne Marie Tobin
PEABODY — A stifling press and hot hand from junior Finn Baron were all Marblehead’s boys basketball team … [Read more...] about Marblehead works magic against Fenwick
Struggling child wants a simple Christmas gift
Jackie Manno
A polite, respectful child doesn’t want much for Christmas this year — any gift would make them happy. A … [Read more...] about Struggling child wants a simple Christmas gift
Team of the Week: Peabody girls basketball
Joey Barrett
You know what I’ve been thinking? It’s hard to start much better than that. A week into the girls … [Read more...] about Team of the Week: Peabody girls basketball
Weekend roundup: Jets, St. Mary’s girls escape with wins
Joey Barrett
You could say it was a good Saturday for Lynn hockey fans. Both the Lynn Jets (1-1) and St. Mary’s girls (1-0) … [Read more...] about Weekend roundup: Jets, St. Mary’s girls escape with wins
ROUNDUP: Lynnfield girls win big
Mark Aboyoun
Everything was clicking for the Lynnfield girls basketball team Friday night as the Pioneers rolled past Essex … [Read more...] about ROUNDUP: Lynnfield girls win big
A mother’s hope during daughter’s sickness
Sophia Harris
Among the many letters received by Item Santa this season is one from a mother whose family has endured a year … [Read more...] about A mother’s hope during daughter’s sickness
Today’s page 1: 12-19-25
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Roundup: Morales’ big night lifts Lynn Tech
Joey Barrett
Allison Morales, a junior guard, exploded for 29 points, 12 rebounds, and six steals as Lynn Tech’s girls … [Read more...] about Roundup: Morales’ big night lifts Lynn Tech
Peabody salon supports animal shelter
Amanda Lurey
PEABODY — This holiday season, Bombshell Beauty Lounge is partnering with the Northeast Animal Shelter to give … [Read more...] about Peabody salon supports animal shelter
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Pregnant mom asks Santa for help
Amanda LureyEvery family should be able to experience the joy of opening Christmas presents together with their loved ones … [Read more...] about Pregnant mom asks Santa for help
Krause: Let’s not sleep on Bruins, Celtics
Steve Krause
They get about 30 seconds a night on TV news if they're lucky. Here it is, a week before Christmas and the … [Read more...] about Krause: Let’s not sleep on Bruins, Celtics
Roundup: Fenwick girls cruise in opener
Joey Barrett
Bishop Fenwick’s girls basketball team (1-0) doubled up Newton South — and then some — in Wednesday’s season … [Read more...] about Roundup: Fenwick girls cruise in opener
Today’s page 1: 12-18-25
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Police Logs: Dec. 16
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All address information, particularly arrests, reflects police records. In the event of a perceived … [Read more...] about Police Logs: Dec. 16
Contributions fuel appreciation at Brooksby Village
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PEABODY — Brooksby Village, the Erickson Senior Living community in Peabody, distributed more than $252,527 to … [Read more...] about Contributions fuel appreciation at Brooksby Village
Mother holds on to hope this Christmas
Elizabeth Della PianaHope is a word that can come up often during Christmas. It's a time of year that brings joy even when things … [Read more...] about Mother holds on to hope this Christmas
Barrett: Watch Friday’s fight, but don’t stop there
Joey Barrett
All I want for Christmas is . . . No, Mariah Carey. Not you. No, Gayla Peevey. Not a … [Read more...] about Barrett: Watch Friday’s fight, but don’t stop there
Today’s page 1: 12-17-25
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Roundup: O’Neill’s 42 points ignite Swampscott
Joey Barrett
Swampscott’s boys basketball team netted a 73-59 home-opening win against Winthrop Tuesday night. Teddy … [Read more...] about Roundup: O’Neill’s 42 points ignite Swampscott