Pier Repairs Around Corner as Eel Grass Growing Season Nears End
Repairs to Swampscott’s town pier are anticipated to start shortly after September 15 — but not a day before. The reason for the specific date? Eelgrass. Not far into the…
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Making Waves: Swampscott’s Favorite Beaches, Ranked
With six beaches to choose from, Swampscott residents don’t have to go far to find their favorite stretch of shoreline. From quiet spots to busier beaches where neighbors gather on…
Markey and Moulton Share Debate Floor One Last Time
When Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. Seth Moulton met for their third and final debate Thursday evening, the two repeatedly argued over Markey’s recent record in Washington, with Moulton arguing…
Planned Power Outage to Affect Parts of Swampscott Early Aug. 28
National Grid has planned a power outage that will affect portions of Swampscott in the early hours of Friday, August 28. The planned power outage will take place from about…
Dracut Man Held on $3,000 Bail in Shirat Hayam Property Damage Case
The man arrested in connection with property damage at Congregation Shirat Hayam has been ordered to the Essex County House of Correction. Nick Ashtar-Zadeh, of Dracut, was arrested in July…
Swampscott Shore Report: August 20 Beach Water Quality Results
There’s a bit of rain in the forecast for the weekend, but overall the 70s will be great beach-going weather. It is important to check out signs posted at the…
Constitution Discussion Group Opens Conversation to Senior Center
Every other Friday, a group of local seniors meet to discuss current political events and how they relate to the U.S. Constitution. Members often share different opinions on certain topics,…
PorchFest Returns to Swampscott With Congressional Candidate Dan Koh Taking the Stage
Swampscott PorchFest is back on August 29, and it will feature one special guest who will not only be performing on the 85 Monument Ave porch but also appear on…
Eviction Case Against Lincoln’s Landing Delayed Two Weeks Amid Dispute Over Rent Checks
The eviction case against Lincoln’s Landing was continued for two weeks amid a dispute over documents and whether two rent checks had cleared the bank. “I prefer that you work…
Waters on the Water: Connections the Highlight of Harbormaster’s Workday
Even when he isn’t working, Swampscott Harbormaster and Police Lt. Bill Waters keeps a radio on his hip, listening to a channel used for distressed calls from local mariners. During…