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Select Board Approves Richdale’s All-Alcohol License
Construction of Raised Boardwalk to Palmer Pond Being Explored
Town Hall Lawn Serves as Shopping Mall for Yard Sale
Library Director Ends ‘Toilet Paper’ Jokes Amid Budget Cuts
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Sam Walker’s American Tavern to Host Teacher Appreciation Event

Monica SagerMay 6, 2026May 7, 202602 mins

Sam Walker’s American Tavern is hosting a Teacher Appreciation Event on Friday, May 8 from 3 to 6 p.m. “This event is all about getting to know our neighbors better,…

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Markey, Koh Win Swampscott Primaries as District Results Mirror Statewide Races

Monica SagerSeptember 2, 2026September 2, 202604 mins

Sen. Ed Markey and Dan Koh both won their respective races in Swampscott, results that largely mirrored their victories across Massachusetts and the 6th Congressional District. Swampscott held its Primary…

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Swampscott Sailing Program Builds Skills and Confidence on the Water

Swampscott High School StudentsJuly 15, 2026July 15, 202602 mins

This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection.  Story and photos by Joseph Blood. Every July, the…

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Brave Group Embarks in Dungeons & Dragons Adventure with Rec Department

Brendan CassidyJanuary 9, 2026January 9, 202602 mins

A group of local children will spend the next eight weeks as wizards, warlocks and elves as they fly into the world of Dungeons & Dragons with the Swampscott Recreation…

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Inside the Town Administrator Interviews: What’s Happening, Who’s a Finalist

Monica SagerAugust 11, 2025August 18, 202509 mins

Swampscott’s search for a new town administrator continues, with finalist interviews beginning Tuesday. Here’s a closer look at the process and candidates. Who Are The Three Finalists? The finalists, in…

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Gallery: Scenes From Hounds on the Hunt

Monica SagerMarch 28, 2026March 30, 202602 mins

Dogs took to the Town Hall lawn on Saturday to search for goodies the Easter Bunny left them – eggs filled with treats.  The pups were on a mission, with…

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Attorney General Campbell: Frederick Douglass’ Fourth of July Speech ‘Feels More Urgent Than Ever’

Brendan CassidyJuly 2, 2026July 3, 202603 mins

On July 5, 1852, abolitionist Frederick Douglass gave a speech, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July” in Rochester, New York. In it, Douglass reflected on the liberties…

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Swampscott Gears Up for Annual Thanksgiving Clash Against Marblehead

Monica SagerNovember 25, 2025November 26, 202502 mins

Swampscott’s football team will take the field against Marblehead on Thursday morning for the storied Thanksgiving rivalry game. “Please come out and support our team,” Director of Athletics Kelly Wolff…

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$1M Jackson Park Track Replacement Sparks Debate in Swampscott Capital Review

Brendan CassidyFebruary 19, 2026February 20, 202602 mins

A proposed $1 million replacement of the track at Jackson Park sparked discussion Thursday as the Finance Committee reviewed the town’s five-year capital improvement plan. Department of Public Works Director…

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Swampscott Elementary Unveils Playground Communication Board to Promote Inclusion, Voice for All Students

Monica SagerSeptember 11, 2025September 12, 202503 mins

Swampscott Elementary School unveiled a communication board on its playground Thursday. The board is located at the front of the playground to help children communicate. The board was provided by…

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