Swampscott Says: Residents’ Thoughts on the Trash Strike
Republic Services workers have gone on strike, halting trash pick-ups for Swampscott residents for the rest of the week. Many, however, do not seem too concerned about their building up…
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Two New Murals Now Paint the Swampscott Public Library
Sheila Billings has created murals for both the children’s room and the makerspace at the Swampscott Public Library. “Thanks to the incredible talent of local artist Sheila Billings, two of…
Swampscott Selected for Statewide Energy Partnership
Swampscott is among 58 municipalities and community groups selected to partner with their local Mass Save Sponsor to deliver energy-efficient solutions to residents and small businesses. The Sponsors of Mass…
Umbrellas Up, Prices Down: Swampscott Sells On in the Rain
Two weeks past its original date, the Swampscott Town Wide Yard Sale happened in 66 degree Fahrenheit rain this past Saturday. Despite the weather, Swampscott residents came out with canopies…
Trash Pickup Halted in Swampscott as Republic Service Workers Strike for Better Pay
Updates on this developing story are available at the town website As of midnight, Republic Services workers have gone on strike, and Swampscott residents will not have their trash picked…
Swampscott Football Serves Up Summer Tradition at Strawberry Festival
Swampscott residents lined up along Forest Avenue on Sunday to watch the Independence Day Parade go by on its way from Swampscott Middle School to the Town Hall. The parade…
Art, Music, Community Bloom at Swampscott’s Garden Art Walk
The Deeses’ home on Lewis Road was opened up to friends and neighbors on Saturday as a part of Swampscott’s annual Garden Art Walk. Around ten people sat in Allison…
Swampscott’s Underwater Forest: Eelgrass’ Vital Role in Coastal Ecosystems Explored
The Swampscott Conservancy and Dr. Phil Colarusso presented the importance of eelgrass. Eelgrass is a seagrass species that thrives in shallow, calm waters up to about 30 feet deep in…
Swampscott Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Adventure for All Ages
The Swampscott Public Library’s summer reading program is underway, inviting children, teens and adults to explore new books and enjoy engaging activities. The program features three distinct levels tailored for…
Swampscott Resident Joins O’Neill and Associates as VP of Government Relations
Swampscott resident Ryan Coleman has been named vice president in government relations at the public affairs firm O’Neill and Associates. “We’re excited to welcome Ryan to our team,” said Thomas…