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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…
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…
E.F. Gilmore Treasurer Receives Honor from Seth Moulton
E.F. Gilmore 64 Treasurer and Adjutant Andrea Gayle Bennett was minding her own business one day when an email popped up on her phone. Bennett didn’t recognize the sender, and…
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…