The Swampscott Police Department’s budget increased 6.9% in the warrant approved at May Town Meeting, following approval of a new union agreement that calls for 8% in wage increases over…
Fall is officially here, and more than a fifth of Swampscott Tides readers prefer chai lattes as their seasonal pick-me-up. A chai latte is a sweet, creamy drink made from…
Maria’s Gourmet Cafe has expanded to Swampscott, and owner Maria Torres said the past month “has been great.” “Every single day, we’ve seen new faces. Now we have regular people…
As Johnny Ray of the Swampscott Performing Arts Center and the Marblehead Counseling Center (MCC) discussed a potential event, Ray said, “So you’re trying to put on a mini-Woodstock.” Just…
For Swampscott Public Library Head of Children’s Services Lisa Julien-Hayes, it’s never too early to introduce children to books— even before they’re born. “The fetus hears environmental noise,” said Julien-Hayes….
Swampscott High School cross country coach WF Newhall says it usually takes about six weeks of training before student-athletes begin to see a significant leap in performance. The Big Blue…
The Swampscott Senior Center transformed into Luigi’s Ristorante, home of the best meatballs and some unfortunate criminal activity, as the Delvena Theatre Company presented Mangia, Meatballs and Murder. About 80…
Swampscott High School was designated a School of Recognition by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Following the release of Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) results, DESE identified…
Swampscott residents have a new spot in town to charge their electric vehicles, with two charging stations recently installed in the Blocksidge Field parking lot. The additions bring the total…
Seeing the smiles on the faces of those he helps is what keeps Jason Thompson going every day. Thompson, a seven-year Army veteran, was named the latest commander of E.F….
