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Man Accused of Vandalizing Swampscott Synagogue Headed to Essex Superior Court
The case against the man accused of vandalizing Congregation Shirat Hayam has been continued to Essex Superior Court. Nick Ashtar-Zadeh, of Dracut, was arrested in July following an investigation into …
Conservation Commission Seeks Stronger Plan to Address Japanese Knotweed in Swampscott
The Conservation Commission is looking to develop more concrete plans to address Japanese knotweed infestations throughout Swampscott. The commission currently has a minor permit for Japanese knotweed removal on the…
Swampscott Disability Resource Fair to Connect Residents with Area Services
Swampscott’s Commission on Disability will host a fair on Saturday, featuring resources and organizations throughout the area. “This is an event for all ages and towns, we are making sure…
High School Junior Adds ‘Fresh Perspective’ to CARC
Swampscott High School junior Nikki Carr saw a notification pop up on her screen earlier this year from her AP Biology teacher Michelle Yanofsky. Carr, who has always been interested…
‘To Be or Not to Be’: Shakespeare Explained at Swampscott Public Library
Local actress and librarian Julie Butters says Shakespeare continues to captivate audiences with his beautiful language, daring female characters and compelling villains. In a presentation led by Butters and her…
Photos of the Week: September 12-18
The week started with suspicious items at the Swampscott Police Station, and it ended with a Republic Services truck catching on fire in Vinnin Square. In happier news, the Swampscott…
‘Someone Who Works Miracles’: Special Education Teacher Named Teacher of The Year
A normal week of work for Jolyn DeGeorge includes filing a lot of paperwork, extensive planning for the near future and collaborating with colleagues. Her favorite part, however, is spending…
$150K DPW Truck Fire Sparks Concerns Over Town Budget, Insurance Coverage
Finance Director Patrick Luddy told the Finance Committee that the Department of Public Works (DPW) truck that caught fire had recently cost $150,000. A DPW truck caught on fire on…
School Committee Welcomes Seaglass Village, Questions How Clarke School Move Was Approved
As Seaglass Village moved into the Clarke School, the School Committee expressed both excitement about the organization and concern that the vetting “process was bypassed.” “As the School Committee, we…
Committee Calls for More Shade, Trees at Glover Residences Project
The Tree Committee reviewed the Glover Residences project and its plants, suggesting a need for more shade coverage and additional trees. A presentation for the 140-unit development – 44 in…