Government
Swampscott Awarded $1.4 Million State Grant for Pine Street Water Infrastructure
Swampscott is receiving $1.4 million through the Community One Stop for Growth grant from the state. Gov. Maura Healey announced that Swampscott will receive $1.4 million for the Pine Street…
Swampscott Library Struggles to Fill Part-Time Youth Services, Maker Space Librarian Role
The Swampscott Public Library is still looking to hire a part-time youth services and Maker Space librarian. The youth services librarian and Maker Space coordinator would be responsible for “youth…
Swampscott Could Eye Nearly $3 Million in Capital Projects for FY2028
Finance Director Patrick Luddy presented capital improvement projects for the 2028 fiscal year Monday night. Luddy, Town Administrator Nick Connors and Treasurer Liam Brailey have met with town department heads…
Swampscott DPW Announces Road Milling on Several Streets Monday
The Swampscott Department of Public Works will conduct road milling on Monday, October 5, on several roads throughout town. Milling is the process of grinding and removing a controlled layer…
Move Your Car: Swampscott Fall Street Sweeping Starts Monday
Fall 2026 street sweeping begins Monday, October 5. All vehicles must be moved off the street. Vehicles must be removed from the main roads on October 5 and 6 from…
Swampscott Police Budget Increased 6.9% as New Union Contract Takes Effect
The Swampscott Police Department’s budget increased 6.9% in the warrant approved at May Town Meeting, following approval of a new union agreement that calls for 8% in wage increases over…
Town Installs Two EV Chargers at Blocksidge Field
Swampscott residents have a new spot in town to charge their electric vehicles, with two charging stations recently installed in the Blocksidge Field parking lot. The additions bring the total…
Man Dies After Stabbing Incident at Vinnin Square Stop & Shop
Police responded to a wellbeing check on a person in a vehicle parked in front of Stop & Shop in Vinnin Square Monday morning. The Essex County District Attorney’s Office…
Save the Glover! Receives $16,000 in New Support to Preserve Historic Farmhouse
Save the Glover! Has received $16,000 from a grant and two donors, as the non-profit organization continues its work to preserve the Gen. John Glover Farmhouse. “These generous gifts are…
Swampscott Disability Fair Connects Residents to Resources
The Swampscott Commission on Disability hosted a disability fair on Saturday, September 26, attracting around 200 people of all ages to advocacy, support and information booths in the Swampscott Elementary…