Swampscott Yard Sale Brings More Than Bargains: Builds Community
From clothing and dolls to candles, playpens, and dollhouses, the Swampscott town-wide yard sale had it all. But one word was on everyone’s mind: community. “It’s good to see people…
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Lemonade for Lives Lost: Swampscott Porchfest Fundraiser Honors Texas Flood Victims
As music filled the streets of Swampscott during Porchfest, lemonade stands popped up across town, all for a greater cause. Dave Aldrich of Grab the Bagel launched a lemonade stand…
Swampscott’s Porchfest Hits All the Right Notes
Swampscott residents traded surf for sound on Saturday, as the town’s three-mile stretch of seaside streets turned into one big jam session. With 35 acts perched on porches, patios, and…
Republic Services Strike Ends with Five-Year Deal, Swampscott Continues Recycling Collection This Weekend
The three-month strike against Republic Services has come to an end, as the Teamsters Local 25 and the trash company have reached a five-year collective bargaining agreement. Swampscott, however, is…
From Sawdust to Seascapes: Swampscott Artist Stitches Scrap Wood into Coastal Masterpieces
After high school, Nate Fontes-Fried began working in carpentry before shifting gears into photography. Today, he combines both passions in his workshop through an intricate process he calls “wood quilting,”…
Modeling the Forgotten: Gieg’s 20-Year Journey to Recreate a Lost Railroad
It’s been nearly 20 years in the making — and it may take another eight — but Todd Gieg has remained committed to building his 1895 Narrow Gauge diorama. “I…
From Machon to Big Blue: Swampscott Exhibit Celebrates Legacy of Local Schools
The Swampscott Historical Commission hosted a reception honoring artist Beth Delforge and the “Celebrating Swampscott Schools” exhibit. The exhibit, located at 89 Burrill St., features artifacts from both the Stanley…
Swampscott Porchfest Schedule Is Out: 6 Hours of Music, Fun, Community on Sept. 20
Swampscott Porchfest returns Saturday, Sept. 20, kicking off at noon with the Blue Big Band at Linscott Park. From noon to 6 p.m., the town will transform into a stage…
Swampscott Arts Association Hosts Vibrant Fall Exhibition at Senior Center
The Swampscott Arts Association hosted a meet-and-greet with featured artists from the Senior Center exhibit on Monday, September 15. “We’re a Swampscott fixture,” said Board Member Susan Burgess. “We want…
Anchor Food Pantry Honors Community Champions at Periwinkles
On Sunday morning, Anchor Food Pantry hosted an appreciation ceremony at Periwinkles Food Shoppe to honor its community partners, donors, and volunteers, bringing its five-year journey nearly full circle. The…