The Swampscott Conservancy led a guided walk Saturday through forested conservation land starting at the town’s dog park and continuing to Eagle Hill in Salem. The Forest River Conservation Area,…
From clothing and dolls to candles, playpens, and dollhouses, the Swampscott town-wide yard sale had it all. But one word was on everyone’s mind: community. “It’s good to see people…
As music filled the streets of Swampscott during Porchfest, lemonade stands popped up across town, all for a greater cause. Dave Aldrich of Grab the Bagel launched a lemonade stand…
Swampscott residents traded surf for sound on Saturday, as the town’s three-mile stretch of seaside streets turned into one big jam session. With 35 acts perched on porches, patios, and…
The three-month strike against Republic Services has come to an end, as the Teamsters Local 25 and the trash company have reached a five-year collective bargaining agreement. Swampscott, however, is…
After high school, Nate Fontes-Fried began working in carpentry before shifting gears into photography. Today, he combines both passions in his workshop through an intricate process he calls “wood quilting,”…
It’s been nearly 20 years in the making — and it may take another eight — but Todd Gieg has remained committed to building his 1895 Narrow Gauge diorama. “I…
The Select Board unanimously appointed Nicholas Connors as the new Swampscott town administrator Wednesday night. Select Board Member David Grishman was not present. “I am excited,” Connors said. “I’m excited…
The Swampscott Historical Commission hosted a reception honoring artist Beth Delforge and the “Celebrating Swampscott Schools” exhibit. The exhibit, located at 89 Burrill St., features artifacts from both the Stanley…
B’nai B’rith Housing New England Inc. presented its proposal for a 41-unit senior and veteran rental housing development to the Zoning Board of Appeals on Tuesday, drawing some concerns from…
