Sports of the Week: Field Hockey Wins Back-to-Back Matches
Football After suffering its first defeat of the season a week prior, the Swampscott High School football team got back on the right track Friday night with an explosive 52-14…
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S.U.R.E. – Tell Us Your Story: Alyce Deveau
Since the inception of Swampscott Unites, Respects and Embraces (S.U.R.E.) Diversity, its members have often been asked about the limited notion of what diversity means, with the conversation frequently focusing…
How Do You Feel About The New Recycling Bins?
It’s time for the Swampscott Tides’ weekly poll. The paper will ask the public a question, followed by a feature story highlighting the results the following week. No pressure. No…
Photos of the Week October 3-9
It was a big week for the government. Finance Director Patrick Luddy presented capital improvement projects for the 2028 fiscal year Monday night. “We’re starting off the cycle here,” said…
Swampscott Community Mourns Loss of Marblehead High School Student
After the unexpected death of Marblehead High School Senior Owen Coyne, the Swampscott community has rallied around its neighbors to the northeast. School Committee Chair Glenn Paster and Superintendent Jason…
Additional School Bus Not in the Cards
Despite hearing interest in an additional school bus, Swampscott School District officials say that it’s not on the table. Superintendent Jason Calichman gave a presentation on the state of the…
School District Approves Written Policy for Revolving Funds Use
On Thursday the Swampscott School Committee voted to approve a formal written policy that outlines the way funds in revolving accounts are used and managed. “The cogent point is the…
Swampscott’s S.U.R.E. Diversity to Mark 10 Years With Community Connections Festival
Swampscott Unites, Respects, Embraces Diversity (S.U.R.E.) Diversity invites residents of all ages to celebrate a decade of building connections and strengthening community partnerships at the Community Connections Festival on Saturday,…
Handful of Trees, Some Boats and Car Lost in Nor’Easter
The late September storm that struck the North Shore and beyond resulted in the loss of multiple trees and boats. Department of Public Works Director Gino Cresta said at Thursday’s…
Swampscott Hometown Hero Banner Applications Open for 10 New Spots
Applications are open for the Hometown Hero Banner program, with 10 new spots available. Established in 2024, the annual Swampscott Hometown Hero Banner program honors current and former Swampscott residents…