Town Administrator Finalist Interview: David Williams
David Williams believes he’s a strong candidate for Swampscott’s next town administrator, citing that “I have a history of doing very well in tumultuous communities.” One of three finalists for…
August 2025
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Beauport Ambulance Takes Over Emergency Services in Swampscott, Marblehead
As of last weekend, Beauport Ambulance Service, Inc. is now providing ambulance services in Swampscott. For the past ten years, Cataldo Atlantic Ambulance provided services to Swampscott and Marblehead. The…
Mosquito in Swampscott Tests Positive for West Nile Virus; Town’s Risk Level Remains Low
A mosquito in Swampscott has tested positive for West Nile Virus, though the town remains at a low risk level. West Nile Virus is most commonly transmitted to humans through…
Republic Services Standoff Shows No Signs of Curbside Relief
For nearly 50 days, Swampscott’s trash services have not been collected at full capacity due to a union strike against Republic Services. Now, the town has announced that recycling and…
Women’s Flag Football League Wraps Inaugural Season with Coastal Cup Final
The Salty Beaches capped a high-scoring season with a 20-14 win over the Golden Girls in the championship game of the inaugural Summer Snaps women’s flag football league Wednesday night…
Residents, Police Discuss Traffic Safety on Stetson, Franklin Avenues
Concerns about speeding and traffic safety drew about 50 residents to the Swampscott Senior Center on August 13 for a neighborhood meeting focused on Stetson and Franklin avenues. The discussion…
Swampscott Shore Report: August 13 Beach Water Quality Results
As of the posting of the water quality report from August 13, all six Swampscott beaches tested met state water quality standards, with bacterial levels far below safety limits. According…
Meet Your Elected Official: David Grishman
Now that Swampscott Elementary School has completed its first year as a merged building, Select Board Member David Grishman’s original mission in town has officially come full circle. After moving…
Meet Your Elected Official: Mary Ellen Fletcher
Select Board Member Mary Ellen Fletcher has lived in Swampscott for nearly 40 years and has worn many hats in the community. Fletcher previously served as vice chair of the…
Swampscott Commission on Disability Seeks Donations for Beach Benches to Boost Accessibility
The Swampscott Commission on Disability is seeking donations to install three benches along local beaches. The benches are intended to help make Swampscott’s beaches more accessible to all. Donations will…