Photos of the Week: February 7-13
Another snow storm hit Swampscott this week – twice. But that didn’t stop people from heading out to celebrate Galentine’s Day early at Mission on the Bay. Attendees enjoyed mimosas…
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SOCA Hosts Black History Month Jeopardy-Style Event at Swampscott High School
This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection. Photos by Noah Wierl The Students of Color Association…
New Town Clerk Opens Door to Questions, Prepares for First Election
To Katie Dupont, a successful election process is one where voters have access to accurate information and voter turnout is strong. As the new town clerk, Dupont will be administering…
6th District Fundraising Heats Up, Belsito Pushes PAC Ban
As millions of dollars pour into the 6th Congressional District race, candidate Jamie Belsito is calling on her opponents to join her in taking the People’s Pledge, a commitment to…
Rather than Heading Home, Students Hit Slopes After School
The Swampscott Recreation Department hit the road in recent weeks, leaving Clarke Elementary School and hitting the slopes. Over 100 Swampscott Middle School students signed up and participated in this…
Select Board Delays Hawthorne-by-the-Sea RFP Decision to Gather Resident Feedback on Competing Proposals
The Select Board has postponed discussions on the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the former Hawthorne-by-the-Sea property to allow residents more time to provide feedback on the two proposals under…
Swampscott Approves Police Union Contract Through 2028
Swampscott and the Massachusetts Coalition of Police, Local 417 have reached a bargaining agreement that will remain in effect through June 30, 2028. Wednesday’s Select Board unanimous vote confirmed the…
Select Board Reviews Expenses, Capital Plan Amid Budget-Saving Efforts
Town Administrator Nick Connors met with department heads to identify “modest reductions” in hopes of achieving a 5% cut in town expenses. He also discussed the capital improvement plan (CIP)….
Select Board Approves Richdale’s All-Alcohol License
The Select Board approved, in a 3–2 vote, an all-alcohol off-premises license for Richdale Food Store, at 444 Humphrey St. The board had first heard from Richdale in December, when…
Amid Rising ICE Activity, Swampscott Select Board Signals Public Stance
The Swampscott Select Board read a proclamation addressing the federal immigration enforcement during its Wednesday night meeting. Keiko Zoll had reached out to the Select Board “in regards to some…