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Fire Department Rides to Salem for ‘Salute to Sebastian’
Clarke School gets Colorful Makeover with Arts Exhibition
Swampscott Police Identify Man in School Security Concern, No Crime Suspected
CVS MinuteClinic Opens New Walk-In Medical Clinic in Swampscott
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‘Someone Who Works Miracles’: Special Education Teacher Named Teacher of The Year

Brendan CassidySeptember 18, 2026September 22, 202602 mins

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…

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$150K DPW Truck Fire Sparks Concerns Over Town Budget, Insurance Coverage

Monica SagerSeptember 18, 2026September 18, 202602 mins

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…

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School Committee Welcomes Seaglass Village, Questions How Clarke School Move Was Approved

Monica SagerSeptember 18, 2026September 22, 202604 mins

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…

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Committee Calls for More Shade, Trees at Glover Residences Project

Monica SagerSeptember 17, 2026September 20, 202602 mins

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…

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Republic Services Truck Catches Fire at Vinnin Square in Swampscott

Monica SagerSeptember 17, 2026September 22, 202602 mins

The Swampscott Fire Department confirmed that a Republic Services truck caught fire at Vinnin Square. “It was a little smoldering stuff,” Fire Cpt. Michael LeBlanc told the Swampscott Tides. Emergency…

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SPUR and Sustainable Marblehead host seventh annual Land and Sea Cleanup

Monica SagerSeptember 17, 2026September 18, 202602 mins

Volunteers will gather Saturday, September 19 for the seventh annual Land and Sea Cleanup, hosted by SPUr and Sustainable Marblehead in Swampscott, Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead and Salem. “These cleanups provide…

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Swampscott Arts Association Announces New Members’ Show at Clarke

Monica SagerSeptember 17, 2026September 17, 202601 mins

The Swampscott Arts Association has installed a new hanging system at the Clarke School, allowing artwork to be displayed there. The opening members’ show will be on display from October…

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High-Dose Flu Vaccines Available for Swampscott Seniors Sept. 24

Monica SagerSeptember 17, 2026September 17, 202601 mins

Swampscott Senior Center members age 65 and older can receive high-dose flu vaccines on Thursday, September 24. From 2 to 4 p.m., residents can get their flu shots at the…

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Swampscott Cultural Council Opens Grant Applications

Monica SagerSeptember 16, 2026September 17, 202601 mins

The Swampscott Cultural Council is now accepting grant applications from local artists, cultural organizations and community members for its upcoming funding cycle. Applications will be accepted through October 15. The…

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Hikers Explore Harold King Forest During Essex National Heritage Event

Monica SagerSeptember 16, 2026September 17, 202602 mins

A dozen people hiked in Harold King Forest on Tuesday as part of Essex National Heritage’s Sails and Trails event. The walk was led by Swampscott Conservancy members Dick Simmons…

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