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Swampscott Paints Over Rainbow Crosswalks on Monument Avenue
The rainbow crosswalks on Monument Avenue have been painted over as part of routine maintenance, according to Select Board Vice Chair Danielle Leonard. While some crosswalks around town are still…
Select Board Backs Conditional Funding Application for St. John’s Parking Lot
The Select Board voted 3-2 to conditionally support applying for Community Preservation funding to acquire the St. John’s parking lot, though the board has yet to decide whether to pursue…
Handful of Trees, Some Boats and Car Lost in Nor’Easter
The late September storm that struck the North Shore and beyond resulted in the loss of multiple trees and boats. Department of Public Works Director Gino Cresta said at Thursday’s…
Recreation Department Sees 43% Increase in Program Participation
An additional 1,250 residents participated in Recreation Department programs this past fiscal year, as Director Charlotte Daher de Garcia completes her first full year on the job. Daher de Garcia…
Swampscott Select Board to Send Letter to MassHousing Over Proposed Lodge Road Development
The Swampscott Select Board decided to send a letter to MassHousing outlining the board’s concerns about a proposed development at 0 Lodge Road as part of the agency’s review process….
New Rivas Barber Studio Opens on Humphrey Street in Swampscott
New barber shop Rivas Barber Studio was recognized by the Swampscott Select Board during its meeting Wednesday. The studio recently opened at 218 Humphrey St. Its ribbon-cutting ceremony was rained…
Swampscott Select Board Proclaims Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Recognizes Town’s Native History
The Select Board read a proclamation for Indigenous Peoples’ Day, while recognizing the town’s history. “The town of Swampscott recognizes and honors the Indigenous people who have lived on and…
Proposed Zoning Change for VFW Site Draws Concern From Swampscott Residents
The Planning Board discussed a variety of proposed bylaw amendments, with the presented changes to the Burrill Senior Center Planned Development District to allow for a fraternal organization at the…
Proposed 40R District Near Swampscott Commuter Rail Draws Support for Walkability, Concerns Over Density
The Planning Board and residents shared their thoughts on a potential 40R District around the commuter rail following a presentation by town staff, discussing the need for walkability and concerns…
Abacus Presents Four Potential Sites for Swampscott Community LifeCenter
The Community Life Center Feasibility Study Task Force heard more developed plans from Abacus Architecture and Planners, which highlighted four potential locations around Swampscott. “We’ve looked at a number of…