Photos of the Week: January 31 – February 6
Swampscott is gearing up for the Super Bowl on Sunday, with some residents showing their support for the Patriots by flying flags outside their homes. Super Bowl LX will be…
February 2026
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Reflective Vests, Real Impact: Crossing Guards Appreciation Day
Rose Kelley has been a crossing guard in Swampscott for four years. Each day, she can be found at the elementary school in her reflective vest, directing traffic and ensuring…
Eight Incidents, One Message: Swampscott Police Warn Vehicle Break-Ins Can Happen Anywhere
In December, the Swampscott Police Department posted on Facebook about an investigation into motor vehicle break-ins near Columbia Street and the Train Depot. Someone called the station to report a…
Superintendent, School Committee Oppose Participation in State’s School Choice Program
Following Superintendent Jason Calichman saying he doesn’t think the school district should participate in school choice, the Swampscott School Committee unanimously voted to not join the program during a meeting…
School Committee Approved Proposed 2027 FY Budget
The Swampscott School Committee unanimously approved the school district’s proposed $35,484,012 budget for the 2027 fiscal year on Thursday. “I am incredibly comfortable where we landed,” said School Committee Chair…
Big Blue Bargains To Stay at Clarke Another Year
Big Blue Bargains was approved by the Swampscott School Committee on Thursday, February 5 to use Clarke Elementary School as its shop for another year. Big Blue Bargains is a…
‘Snow Angels’ Help Local Seniors with Shoveling, Snow Removal
Over two dozen Swampscott residents walked outside to find their cars shoveled out and walkways clear of snow after the walloping two weeks ago. Swampscott Senior Center Assistant Director Sabrina…
School Committee Weighs Options to Avoid ‘Catastrophic Failure’ at Middle School
The Swampscott School Committee members entertained the idea of submitting a statement of interest to the state for funding of renovations to the Swampscott Middle School in the near future….
Swampscott Launches 2026 Rain Barrel Program, Orders Open Through April 12
The 2026 Swampscott Rain Barrel Program launched Wednesday, February 4. Rain barrels capture excess rainwater and turn it into a cost-saving resource, reducing residents’ reliance on municipal or well water….
Save the Glover! Raises Over $10K as Push Continues to Preserve Revolutionary War–Era Farmhouse
Save the Glover! raised more than $10,000 during two recent fundraising events to support the preservation of General John Glover’s Farmhouse. Glover’s farmhouse may be the town’s only intact, original-era…