David M. Shribman NATIONAL PERSPECTIVE MARBLEHEAD — He helped supply the Continental Army during the early … [Read more...] about Shribman: As parties entrench, an impasse grows
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Saugus residents try to hit pause on dog park
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — 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
For the ItemSAUGUS — 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 TobinPEABODY — 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 TobinPEABODY — 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
ABOYOUN: Thanksgiving football matters
Mark AboyounWhen I first moved from New Jersey to Massachusetts, I’ll admit something: I didn’t fully understand the … [Read more...] about ABOYOUN: Thanksgiving football matters
Today’s page 1: 11-27-25
Daily Item StaffCommentary: A broken pipeline — Costing us our next generation of scientists
Guest CommentaryScience has always relied on young innovators to drive progress. In 1998, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, still … [Read more...] about Commentary: A broken pipeline — Costing us our next generation of scientists
Commentary: Giving thanks can be an act of unity
Guest CommentaryTwo stories anchor our oldest holiday. Both took place in times of division and deprivation. And both offer a … [Read more...] about Commentary: Giving thanks can be an act of unity
Saugus addresses e-bike concerns
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — With the use of e-bikes growing in town and across Massachusetts, a discussion was held at the recent … [Read more...] about Saugus addresses e-bike concerns
Today’s page 1: 11-26-25
Daily Item StaffPolice logs 11/24
For the ItemAll address information, particularly arrests, reflects police records. In the event of a perceived … [Read more...] about Police logs 11/24
Commentary: Why we’re mired in an ‘affordability crisis’
Guest CommentaryFederal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell famously described the high inflation that had just started dragging … [Read more...] about Commentary: Why we’re mired in an ‘affordability crisis’
Saugus police seek public’s help in mall assault
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — The Saugus Police are seeking help as they investigate an assault that took place Monday night at the … [Read more...] about Saugus police seek public’s help in mall assault
Today’s Page 1: November 25, 2025
Daily Item StaffSaugus OKs liquor store plans
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — The Board of Appeals has officially approved the special permit for building a new liquor store along … [Read more...] about Saugus OKs liquor store plans
Today’s page 1: 11-24-25
Daily Item StaffSaugus swears in new officers
For the ItemSAUGUS — Town Manager Scott Crabtree and Saugus Police Chief Michael Ricciardelli are pleased to announce the … [Read more...] about Saugus swears in new officers
Today’s Page 1: November 22, 2025
Daily Item StaffSaugus school subcommittee chairs get set
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — The School Committee has set the chairs and vice chairs for its subcommittees, officially settling in … [Read more...] about Saugus school subcommittee chairs get set













