The Swampscott Housing Authority voted Tuesday night to approve its annual plan for the 2027 fiscal year. Massachusetts housing authorities prepare annual plans to outline their operations and priorities for…
The Community Life Center Feasibility Study Task Force met with Abacus Architects’ David Eisen on Tuesday to discuss next steps as the two sides continue working to narrow down potential…
The Finance Committee approved transferring about $285,000 between departments to balance the town’s budget at the close of the 2026 fiscal year. The Select Board approved the fiscal year-end transfers…
The Swampscott Conservancy awarded two environmental scholarships to graduating seniors this year. The Swampscott Conservancy’s Environmental Focus Award program supports young leaders pursuing studies in environmental and related fields. Hazel…
The Declaration of Independence was read simultaneously across the United States in hundreds of towns and cities, including in Swampscott, on Wednesday afternoon. Just before the Summer Concert Series on…
Progress in Washington versus the need for change within the Democratic Party emerged as a central theme when Senate candidates Ed Markey and Seth Moulton faced off in their first…
The Select Board decided to move forward with a long-term lease for the former Hawthorne-by-the-Sea property. Town Meeting Members voted in December to allow the Select Board to lease the…
Swampscott is looking to start automated trash and recycling pick up the week of July 27, and residents can now request additional recycling barrels. “I think the community is going…
Water and sewer rates are expected to rise in fiscal year 2027 as the town addresses increased operating expenses and prepares for significant infrastructure upgrades. The proposed adjustment would add…
Finance Director Patrick Luddy presented about $285,000 in transfers between town departments to balance the town’s budget at the close of fiscal 2026. The Select Board approved the fiscal year-end…
