No family should have to choose between paying bills and paying for food — especially during the holiday … [Read more...] about Family wants kids to look forward to Christmas
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Gillette hosting MIAA football championships this week
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FOXBOROUGH — For the 18th year, Gillette Stadium and the Kraft family will welcome high school football teams … [Read more...] about Gillette hosting MIAA football championships this week
Today’s page 1: 12-3-25
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WIN answers questions on Saugus turbine project
Elizabeth Della Piana
SAUGUS — The Board of Health received an update on WIN Waste Innovations’ turbine overhaul project, which was … [Read more...] about WIN answers questions on Saugus turbine project
Mom wishes baby a joyful first Christmas
Elizabeth Della PianaWhen it comes to a baby's first Christmas, most parents hope to make it joyful and bright. At that age, the … [Read more...] about Mom wishes baby a joyful first Christmas
Krause: Watch out for Lucy
Steve Krause
Batters strike out. Basketball players throw up bricks routinely. Hockey players fan on shots — also … [Read more...] about Krause: Watch out for Lucy
Stars of the show
Joey Barrett
Today’s page 1: 12-2-25
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Police logs 11/30/2025
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All address information, particularly arrests, reflects police records. In the event of a perceived … [Read more...] about Police logs 11/30/2025
Saugus sees success in new rodent control pilot
Elizabeth Della Piana
SAUGUS — The new pesticide-free rodent control program, dubbed the Sentinel Program, has received an update … [Read more...] about Saugus sees success in new rodent control pilot
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Mom wants to better daughter’s life
Sophia HarrisAmong the many heartfelt messages sent to Item Santa this season, one letter from a young mother captures the … [Read more...] about Mom wants to better daughter’s life
Today’s page 1: 12-1-25
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Saugus Kowloon patch fuels firefighters’ memorial fund
Elizabeth Della Piana
SAUGUS — The Saugus Firefighters Relief Association is rolling out a brand-new patch for purchase, with … [Read more...] about Saugus Kowloon patch fuels firefighters’ memorial fund
Today’s Page 1: November 29, 2025
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Commentary: Subsidizing insurance just props up dysfunction. Empower consumers instead
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Kim-Lien Nguyen Congress ended its impasse to reopen the government, but the Democrats’ reason for the … [Read more...] about Commentary: Subsidizing insurance just props up dysfunction. Empower consumers instead
Shribman: As parties entrench, an impasse grows
David M. ShribmanDavid M. Shribman NATIONAL PERSPECTIVE MARBLEHEAD — He helped supply the Continental Army during the early … [Read more...] about Shribman: As parties entrench, an impasse grows
Saugus residents try to hit pause on dog park
Elizabeth Della Piana
SAUGUS — The East Saugus Improvement Association, which received a reboot last month, is continuing to press … [Read more...] about Saugus residents try to hit pause on dog park
Saugus gets ready to light up Town Hall
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SAUGUS — Town Manager Scott Crabtree is pleased to invite all residents to join in a night of good cheer and … [Read more...] about Saugus gets ready to light up Town Hall
Tradition is special, no matter which side you’re on
Anne Marie Tobin
PEABODY — Since 1944, the Peabody and Saugus football teams have duked it out on the gridiron on Thanksgiving … [Read more...] about Tradition is special, no matter which side you’re on
Peabody rallies to keep Thanksgiving Day winning streak alive
Anne Marie Tobin
PEABODY — With a comeback that might be talked about for years to come, the Peabody and Saugus football teams … [Read more...] about Peabody rallies to keep Thanksgiving Day winning streak alive