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June 2026

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Swampscott Officials Probe Permit ‘Holes’ After Meat Pop-Up

Monica SagerJune 30, 2026July 1, 202605 mins

Swampscott officials are reviewing the permitting and approval process that allowed a popup meat truck to operate in Vinnin Square last week. The Board of Health discussed the social media-fueled…

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From Chasing the Cup to Changing Lives: Marco Sanchez Opens Project Human

Brendan CassidyJune 30, 2026July 1, 202603 mins

Growing up, Swampscott resident Marco Sanchez dreamed of winning the Stanley Cup. As he grew older, Sanchez realized that goal might not be attainable on the ice. He realized he…

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Children Learn about the American Flag from its Original Creator

Brendan CassidyJune 29, 2026June 30, 202602 mins

As the town of Swampscott eagerly prepares for Fourth of July cookouts and beach days, the library welcomed a special visitor Monday: none other than the creator of the American…

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Lion’s Mane Jellyfish Spotted at Swampscott Beaches Amid Summer Surge

Monica SagerJune 29, 2026July 1, 202604 mins

Lion’s mane jellyfish have been spotted along Swampscott beaches — and across the North Shore — creating an obstacle course for beachgoers. Lion’s mane jellyfish have been spotted at Phillips,…

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Big Crowds Help Local Teams Score at Annual Strawberry Festival

Swampscott High School StudentsJune 29, 2026June 29, 202602 mins

This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection.  Story by Joseph Blood. Swampscott held its annual Strawberry…

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Moulton Releases Tax Returns, Financial Disclosure After Markey Transparency Challenge

Monica SagerJune 29, 2026June 29, 202613 mins

Rep. Seth Moulton and his wife, Liz, released their family’s 2025 tax returns and Moulton’s 2025 federal financial disclosure statement, a move his campaign said exposed “Sen. Ed Markey’s baseless…

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Swampscott Garden Music Gathering to Bring Community Together at Linscott Park

Monica SagerJune 29, 2026June 30, 202602 mins

Residents are invited to gather Sunday, July 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Linscott Park for the Swampscott Garden Music Gathering, a free afternoon celebrating music, art and community….

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Annual Fourth of July Parade Draws Crowds to Swampscott

Swampscott High School StudentsJune 29, 2026June 30, 202603 mins

This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection.  Story by Cam Tracy Swampscott’s Recreational Department held its…

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Barbara Enid (Cohen) Blander, 87

EditorJune 27, 2026June 27, 202602 mins

Barbara Enid (Cohen) Blander, 87, died on June 20, 2026.  Born in New York, NY, she moved to the North Shore in 1966 (Marblehead, then Swampscott in 1967) with her…

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Photos of the Week: June 20-26

Monica SagerJune 26, 2026July 17, 202603 mins

The hot topic on social media and on the beaches this week was the meat tent popup. Many have joked that Essential Foods Direct has been the one thing that…

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