‘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…
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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…
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…
Saluting Summer: Boston Area Among Top Memorial Day Weekend Destinations
The Boston area is one of the Top 10 destinations for travelers this Memorial Day weekend. Travelers are expected to “report for vacation duty” in record numbers this Memorial Day…
Swampscott Kicks Off Memorial Day Weekend With Series of Upcoming Veterans Tributes
Memorial Day weekend kicked off Thursday as Director of Veterans’ Services Mike Sweeney began laying flags during Swampscott’s annual ceremony honoring veterans. Memorial Day is a federal holiday dedicated to…
Seniors Need a Lift: Seaglass Village Seeks Volunteers to Drive, Help, Connect
Local non-profit Seaglass Village is looking for more volunteers to help seniors with transportation and simple chores. Membership in Seaglass Village is open to adults aged 50 and older and…
Heritage Festival Showcases Swampscott’s Cultural Diversity
This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection. Story by Joey Blood On May 16, Students Of Color…
Touch a Truck Draws Families for Hands-On Fun at High School
This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection. Photos, quotes by Sasha Shadari Children and their families…
Town Hall Lawn Serves as Shopping Mall for Yard Sale
Over 50 Swampscott homes took the chance to get some spring cleaning done, as they participated in the annual town-wide yard sale on Saturday. Temperatures touched 70 degrees Fahrenheit as…
Photos of the Week: May 9-15
Swampscott girls tennis won three times this week, extending their streak to 15 wins. The Swampscott Tides covered Monday’s game against Peabody Veteran’s Memorial High School, when the Big Blue…