Swampscott Pier Repairs Could Begin This Fall
Swampscott may have a new pier at Fisherman’s Beach by the end of the year. The Conservation Commission met on Tuesday to discuss the notice of intent to rebuild the…
May 2026
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Before Devouring, Seniors Learn to Make Indian Delicacy
The Residence at Vinnin Square got a taste of a different culture for lunch on Tuesday, as the seniors learned how to make and about masala dosa, a southern Indian…
‘Pam Angelakis Way’ Honors Work of Former Superintendent
When buses of students, parents and teachers drive into the Swampscott Elementary School lot for years to come, they will pass by a street sign reading “Pam Angelakis Way.” The…
X-Mic Closes School Year With Senior Celebration at Swampscott High
This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection. Story and photos by Jasper Kaiser X-Mic, Swampscott High School’s…
Community Preservation Committee to Hold First Annual Public Meeting June 2
The Community Preservation Committee will kick off its season with its annual public meeting on Tuesday, June 2. The meeting will be held at the Swampscott Town Hall at 6…
‘We Promise to Carry Their Legacy’: Fallen Remembered on Memorial Day
On a day where many plans for the beach or the boat were cancelled due to the weather, rain couldn’t stop over a hundred people from gathering Monday at Swampscott…
Memorial Day Tribute: Swampscott Keeps Jared Raymond’s Legacy Alive
Memorial Day honors the U.S. military personnel who died while serving, including Swampscott native Jared Raymond, who was killed in action on September 19, 2006, nearly 20 years ago. “I…
Massachusetts Landmarks to Shine Gold on Memorial Day in Tribute to Fallen Heroes
Bridges and landmarks across Massachusetts will be illuminated in gold on Memorial Day to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to the country. Swampscott-based…
Photos of the Week: May 16-22
It was Town Meeting week in Swampscott, and it – surprisingly to some – only lasted one night. The town voted on 14 articles, approving all but one when Swampscott…
Big Blue Baseball Wins First Conference Title Since 1997
The last time Swampscott High School’s baseball team won their conference championship, none of the current Big Blue players were even close to being born. The Big Blue put an…