Fish Tales Spotlight: Robert Jauron
When Robert Jauron was in high school, his family moved from Lynn to Swampscott, where he played football, basketball, and track. Jauron’s younger brother, Dick, was a letterman in football,…
March 2026
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After 20 Years at Swampscott High, Teacher Peter Franklin Prepares to Say Goodbye
This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection. Article by Joseph Blood, Photo Sasha Shadari Peter Franklin has…
Town Seeks Replacement for Assistant Town Accountant
Swampscott’s assistant town accountant position has reopened after one week, and the town is again searching for qualified candidates to fill the role. “We had an individual who we had…
Swampscott Seeks Resident Input to Shape 2035 Master Plan Before Final Vote
The town is inviting residents to weigh in on the 2035 Master Plan, with feedback helping shape the version that is ultimately voted on. Swampscott is in the process of…
MPO Delays Swampscott Rail Trail to 2029, Citing Project Readiness Concerns
The Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) voted to push the Swampscott Rail Trail project’s completion to fiscal year 2029. At a Thursday meeting, the MPO board said Swampscott was not far…
MBTA Clears Dead Trees at Swampscott Station as Town Grapples With Canopy Loss, Transit Future
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has removed the dead trees at Swampscott’s commuter station, a representative told the Swampscott Tides. Last week, the Tree Committee raised concerns about several…
Fish Tales Spotlight: Turtle on a String
Four Swampscott High School students will take center stage at the Swampscott Fish Tales: An Evening of Community Storytelling on Saturday, March 28. Jazz band, Turtle on a String, is…
Connors Trims Nearly $1M From Swampscott FY2027 Budget Ahead of May Town Meeting
Town Administrator Nick Connors was able to make about $973,000 in reductions after reviewing the Select Board’s initial requests for the town’s 2027 fiscal year budget, reducing previously anticipated costs…
Three Citizen Petitions Set for May Town Meeting Warrant, Targeting Rodenticides, Foie Gras, Open Fires
There are three citizen petitions set to appear on the Town Meeting warrant in May. A citizen petition is submitted by an individual or group to propose a new amendment…
Swampscott Weighs Stronger Limits on ICE as Police Policy Review Begins
Swampscott has begun the process of revising its policy on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Police Department’s role in related actions, following efforts by Police Chief Ruben Quesada…