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Read the Full Investigation: Inside the Select Board Dispute
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Town Prepares for Automated Recycling Pickup as July Rollout Nears

Monica SagerJune 15, 2026June 16, 202605 mins

Nearly 40 residents attended a meeting Monday, both virtually and in person, to learn about the town’s new automated trash and recycling collection system. The town’s new five-year contract with…

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Swampscott Girl Scouts Plan Two Little Free Libraries

Monica SagerJune 3, 2026June 4, 202602 mins

Swampscott Girl Scout Troop 70359 will install two Little Free Libraries throughout town. Sixth graders Emma Crehan, Grace Crehan, Reagan Kench, Hannah Hockert and Savannah Schultz presented the idea for…

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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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Library within the Library: Check Out Seeds along with Books

Brendan CassidyMay 9, 2026May 11, 202603 mins

A new library was unveiled inside of the Swampscott Public Library on Saturday morning, but instead of books, this one is full of seeds. From basil to beans, and corn…

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Moulton Makes Case for Senate Bid at Packed Salem Brewery Event

Monica SagerMarch 14, 2026March 14, 202606 mins

Rep. Seth Moulton met with constituents Friday at Far From The Tree in Salem, sharing his ideas and answering questions. Moulton is challenging Sen. Edward Markey in the Democratic primary…

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Swampscott High Launches Student Advisory Board to Amplify Student Voice

Swampscott High School StudentsMay 21, 2026May 21, 202601 mins

This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection.  Videos by Noah Weirl, story by Davit Movsesyan Swampscott…

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Heritage Festival Showcases Swampscott’s Cultural Diversity

Swampscott High School StudentsMay 18, 2026May 28, 202602 mins

This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection.  Story by Joey Blood On May 16, Students Of Color…

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Former Hawthorne-by-the-Sea Lot Opens for Public Parking 

Monica SagerDecember 24, 2025February 9, 202603 mins

Residents can now use the parking lot at the former Hawthorne-by-the-Sea restaurant, the town announced in its latest newsletter. The vacant lot, previously reserved for restaurant customers, is now open…

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‘We are the Envy’: Swampscott Students with Disabilities Outperforming State Averages

Brendan CassidyMay 14, 2026May 15, 202603 mins

Swampscott’s students with disabilities are outperforming the state in most fields, according to a presentation at the School Committee meeting Thursday. Swampscott Public Schools Director of Student Services Martha Raymond…

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After Years of Beautifying Swampscott, Longtime Resident to Remove Tree in Protest of Beach Project Noise

Monica SagerAugust 4, 2025February 9, 202606 mins

Jeff Chelgren and his husband Stephen Harrington moved to Lynn, right at the Swampscott border, 30 years ago, hoping to be a part of both communities and enjoy the nearby…

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