Swampscott has maintained its “Tree City USA” designation for 31 years, but like many towns nationwide, it is grappling with shrinking tree coverage. “Swampscott is absolutely not alone,” said Jim…
The Town Administrator Search Committee is sending out a survey to gauge Swampscott residents’ opinions on the next town administrator, though one committee member called the process “performative.” Peter Spellios,…
Swampscott’s Community Jazz Orchestra performed Duke Ellington’s Afro-Bossa suite on Thursday. The Blue Big Band, directed by world-class jazz musician Timo Shanko, performed at the Swampscott High School. The ensemble…
The Select Board agreed to postpone a town meeting article that would focus on town-issued permits for Swampscott parks and fields. Board members, though, still acknowledged that there is an…
For Arielis Pena, a high school senior, the Heritage Festival was more than just an event. It was a celebration of family and identity. The Heritage Festival was held on…
Letter from the President “The story you don’t go after, the interview you don’t conduct, the questions you don’t ask – that’s the story you’ll never tell.” So said renowned…
Letter from the President Spring becomes official in March and with it, warmer temperatures and longer days. Spring is the harbinger of hope, evident in budding crocuses and snow drops…
Letter from the President A Jewish Ukranian immigrant. A fisherman whose family has been in Swampscott for nearly 400 years. A hometown hero athlete turned sportscaster. A student leader. A…
We have good news to share: we are now a 501(c)(3) organization, designated by the IRS as a tax-exempt, public charity. This means any donations made to our organization may…
Letter from the President It is now 2025, and with it arrives a new year of promise and hope for those of us working to launch the Swampscott Tides, a…
