Church Makes, Donates PBJ Sandwiches Every Month
Members of the Swampscott Church of Spiritualism gather on the morning of the first Sunday each month – not to practice religion but to make sandwiches. Carrying loaves of bread…
July 2026
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Puzzle of the Week: July 3
Test your knowledge of this week’s local news with our new Puzzle of the Week! Each puzzle is built around stories featured in the latest newsletter edition of the Swampscott…
The Story Behind Swampscott’s Beloved Fourth of July Fireworks
This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection. Story by Sasha Fafel Swampscott is hosting its annual…
S.U.R.E – Tell Us Your Story: Pat Gorham
Since the inception of Swampscott Unites, Respects and Embraces (S.U.R.E.) Diversity, its members have often been asked about the limited notion of what diversity means, with the conversation frequently focusing…
What’s Your Favorite Ice Cream Flavor?
This summer, we’re kicking off a new Swampscott Tides tradition: a simple weekly poll followed by a feature story highlighting the results and some of your best comments. No pressure….
Attorney General Campbell: Frederick Douglass’ Fourth of July Speech ‘Feels More Urgent Than Ever’
On July 5, 1852, abolitionist Frederick Douglass gave a speech, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July” in Rochester, New York. In it, Douglass reflected on the liberties…
Swampscott Shore Report: July 2 Beach Water Quality Results
Swampscott received a deluge of rain on Tuesday, which does seem to have affected the testing results the next day. Even though it is a super hot weekend, it is…
Former Media Student Helping Improve Athletic Broadcasts
Ethan Runstadler was one of the many college students who were forced to abruptly return home to Swampscott when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020. However, returning home presented an…
Swampscott High Principal Emilly Zotto Reflects on First Year, Looks Ahead
Swampscott High School Principal Emily Zotto has completed her first year in the role, saying she was “truly taken away and delighted” by the experience. “In the most positive way,…
Commission on Disability Encourages Use of Free Beach Wheelchairs
The Commission on Disability is reminding Swampscott residents that free beach wheelchairs are available for use at the town’s beaches. Swampscott received two donated beach wheelchairs last summer. The chairs…