Swampscott Author Returns Home to Discuss Second Published Novel
When Elisa Speranza was a teenager, she spent countless hours inside Swampscott Public Library, first as a reader and then as an employee, organizing books along shelves in her high…
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Swampscott Shore Report: June 11 Beach Water Quality Results
It’s officially beach season again, and that means weekly water quality testing reports. As of the posting of the water quality report from June 11, Swampscott’s beaches remain open. According…
‘Such a Brilliant Man’: Community To Honor Frederick Douglass Through Public Reading
As the community prepares for the second annual reading of Frederick Douglass’ “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?”, author Tom Dalton said the speech showcases why Douglass…
Swampscott Robotics Team 4311 Achieves Most Successful State Championship Run
Swampscott High School’s Team 4311 achieved its most successful championship run to date at the Massachusetts FIRST Robotics Competition State Championship, according to team captain Joseph Blood. “We did better…
Swampscott’s Jo Ann Simons Honored with Special Olympics Massachusetts Champion’s Award
Swampscott resident Jo Ann Simons who serves as the president and CEO of Northeast Arc, was recently honored by Special Olympics Massachusetts with the John “Jack” Brett Champion’s Award. The…
Tree Dedication at Linscott Park Honors Conservation Advocate Nelson Darling Jr.
This is a contribution from a Swampscott High School student, as part of the Swampscott Tides Big Blue Student News selection. Story by Joseph Blood. Monica Sager contributed to this story….
Dan Koh Secures Teamsters Local 25 Endorsement in Bid for Congress
Teamsters Local 25 announced its endorsement of Dan Koh in his race for Congress in the Massachusetts 6th District. “Dan understands that working families are the backbone of our economy,…
Girls Tennis’ Historic Playoff Run Ends in Final Four
The Swampscott High School girls tennis team’s magical run to the Final Four following an undefeated regular season came to an end on Wednesday after a nail-biting 3-2 defeat at…
Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Set for June 13 at Marblehead Transfer Station
Residents can dispose of household hazardous waste on Saturday, June 13. Swampscott and Marblehead residents are invited to drop off household hazardous waste at the Marblehead Transfer Station from 9…
Big Blue Bargains Gives $10,000 Boost to Swampscott Senior Center
Big Blue Bargains announced a $10,000 donation to the Swampscott Senior Center. “We are proud to announce a $10,000 donation to the Swampscott Senior Center to support the valuable programs…