Modeling the Forgotten: Gieg’s 20-Year Journey to Recreate a Lost Railroad
It’s been nearly 20 years in the making — and it may take another eight — but Todd Gieg has remained committed to building his 1895 Narrow Gauge diorama. “I…
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Select Board Names New Swampscott Town Administrator
The Select Board unanimously appointed Nicholas Connors as the new Swampscott town administrator Wednesday night. Select Board Member David Grishman was not present. “I am excited,” Connors said. “I’m excited…
From Machon to Big Blue: Swampscott Exhibit Celebrates Legacy of Local Schools
The Swampscott Historical Commission hosted a reception honoring artist Beth Delforge and the “Celebrating Swampscott Schools” exhibit. The exhibit, located at 89 Burrill St., features artifacts from both the Stanley…
Swampscott Residents Voice Concerns Over 41-Unit Affordable Housing Proposal by B’nai B’rith
B’nai B’rith Housing New England Inc. presented its proposal for a 41-unit senior and veteran rental housing development to the Zoning Board of Appeals on Tuesday, drawing some concerns from…
Swampscott Porchfest Schedule Is Out: 6 Hours of Music, Fun, Community on Sept. 20
Swampscott Porchfest returns Saturday, Sept. 20, kicking off at noon with the Blue Big Band at Linscott Park. From noon to 6 p.m., the town will transform into a stage…
Swampscott Arts Association Hosts Vibrant Fall Exhibition at Senior Center
The Swampscott Arts Association hosted a meet-and-greet with featured artists from the Senior Center exhibit on Monday, September 15. “We’re a Swampscott fixture,” said Board Member Susan Burgess. “We want…
Anchor Food Pantry Honors Community Champions at Periwinkles
On Sunday morning, Anchor Food Pantry hosted an appreciation ceremony at Periwinkles Food Shoppe to honor its community partners, donors, and volunteers, bringing its five-year journey nearly full circle. The…
Swamptoberfest Draws Hundreds for Family Fun, Food, Fierce Stein-Holding Competition
About 300 people gathered on the Town Hall Lawn Saturday for Swamptoberfest, enjoying activities, food, drinks and live music. Children enjoyed face painting, mini golf, shooting hoops in an inflatable…
Community Honors Espresso the Whale with Memorial at Beach Bluff Park
About a dozen people gathered on Saturday to unveil a memorial for Espresso the Whale, honoring the sea creature that washed ashore twice in 2024. The humpback whale, nicknamed “Espresso”…
Big Blue Rallies in Second Half to Claim Blydell Cup in Season Home Opener
The Swampscott High School football team staged a second-half comeback to secure a 20–18 win in their first home game of the season on Friday, September 12. The Big Blue…