Classic Cars, Papal Rides, Local Pride Roll into Swampscott’s Annual Car Show
Frank Gagliardi just happened to see a listing in the paper for an auction in California, and one item jumped out: a Ferrari once ridden by Pope John Paul II….
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Spooktacular Start: Swampscott Elementary Hosts Trunk or Treat Bash
The Swampscott Elementary School Parent Teachers Organization (PTO) brewed up a fang-tastic time for local goblins and ghouls with its annual trunk or treat event. “We’re trying to make it…
Gallery: Scenes From October No Kings Rally
About 450 people gathered along Humphrey Street at King’s Beach on Saturday to protest against President Donald Trump and his administration’s undertakings. Since returning to office, Trump has fulfilled campaign…
‘In Danger of Losing Our Democracy’: Hundreds Rally in Swampscott Against Trump and Authoritarianism
Many attendees told the Swampscott Tides they came to Humphrey Street on Saturday morning to stand against what they see as the country “losing our democracy.” Alix Smullin, wearing American…
Swampscott Girl Scouts Build Nature Center to Connect School, Conservation Land
A group of Girl Scouts in Swampscott has completed a nature center in Ewing Woods, located behind the elementary school. Girl Scout Troop 72182 members Amelia Crehan, Audrey Hale, and…
Decades of Impact: Swampscott Integrated Preschool’s Inclusive Model Builds Lifelong Bonds
Just last week, two students in their 20s from the Discovery Point Program at Swampscott High School returned to visit the teachers who launched their academic journeys. The former students,…
Public Outcry Grows as General Glover’s Historic Home Faces Threat of Demolition
Lee Silverman drove from Brunswick, Maine, to be in Swampscott Thursday evening for the Historical Commission’s public hearing on efforts to save the General Glover Farmhouse. “I’m proud to say…
Swampscott Residents Weigh In on Town’s Future at Master Plan Forum
Residents came and went from Swampscott Elementary School on Thursday night to review and discuss the town’s draft master plan, including its vision, goals, and strategies. Swampscott is in the…
Swampscott Football Leaders Reflect on Season, Look Ahead to Crucial Matchups
Swampscott High School football Head Coach Peter Bush as well as seniors and captains Will Bush and Vaughn Hazel spoke with the Men’s Club at the Senior Center on Thursday…
Health Officials Urge Flu Shots as Swampscott Hosts Oct. 23 Clinic for Adults
The Swampscott Health Department will be holding a “regular” flu clinic for adults aged 18 and older on Thursday, October 23, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Senior Center….