The new blue fire truck || Monica Sager Artwork at the Senior Center || Monica Sager 
Seth Moulton hosted a meet and greet in Swampscott || Brendan Cassidy 
Sabrina Clopton is the new Senior Center director || Monica Sager Seniors’ art is on display || Monica Sager Construction at the library || Monica Sager 
Work by Noah Wierl and Zoë Bannister || Courtesy Photo Flowers at the Spiritualist Church || Monica Sager Capt. Kable presenting at the Select Board meeting || Monica Sager Posing with Rep. Moulton || Brendan Cassidy Construction at Vinnin Square || Monica Sager Officer Kevin Reen spoke to the Select Board || Monica Sager 
Early voting took place all week || Monica Sager 
Brendan Norton created a documentary about Lynnfield-native Jonathan Lubers and his baseball journey || Courtesy Photo Residents gathered to listen to Rep. Seth Moulton ahead of the Senate primary || Brendan Cassidy
The week was interrupted by the continued “service disruptions” at Town Hall.
The town announced a “network disruption” on August 19, and it continues to impact Town Hall and other municipal facilities, including the Senior Center. Multiple meetings were canceled last week, and about a half a dozen were held in person this week due to the difficulties.
Town Administrator Nick Connors said he could not share “too many further details at this time” because of the ongoing investigation.
“Now we’re very close to full operation,” Connors said. “In learning of the issue, we commenced an investigation with the assistance of a specialist to determine the nature and stem of the condition. We’re working to restore our systems as quickly as possible.”
Superintendent Jason Calichman told the Swampscott Tides that the public schools have not been affected by the issue. Town Clerk Katie Dupont also told the Swampscott Tides that it does not have any effect on the election next week.
During those in person meetings, Swampscott’s Conservation Commission and Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee started to collaborate to finalize an updated management plan for the Charles M. Ewing Woods.
KP Law, who serves as the town counsel for Swampscott, is currently in the process of reviewing what areas the public has access to at Whales Beach and where – if anywhere – is specifically private.
The Zoning Board approved special permission Wednesday for the Cava location at Vinnin Square.
The Select Board had a long night, approving the sale of a bond anticipation note, promising to work with the community on Rail Trail communications, accounting for deficits following a review of the 2026 fiscal year, and hearing from the Swampscott Police Department on parking enforcement options and new regulations for elementary school drop off.
Looking ahead to the weekend, it’s PorchFest on Saturday. A total of 21 locations will host performances throughout the day, Check out the schedule here
