Beverly State Primary 2026 Voter Guide: Where To Vote, Races, Candidates

Beverly voters will head to the polls on Tuesday to choose candidates for the November general election.

Beverly's Endicott College To Host Congressional General Election Debate

The free public event at Cleary Lecture Hall will follow the Sept. 1 primary for the open 6th District seat.

Beverly Early Voting For MA Primary Runs Through Friday

Early voting is held on the first floor of Beverly City Hall.

Beverly To Open Community Preservation Act Grant Process

Residents can learn about CPA grants, funding priorities and eligible projects at a Sept. 10 public hearing.

North Shore Shellfishers To Get $300K After Merrimack River Sewer Discharge

State aid will go to harvesters and oyster growers affected by a 12-day emergency closure after the Merrimack overflow.

Popular North Shore Beaches Closed After Millions Of Gallons Of Wastewater Discharge

Plum Island Beach was closed on Monday ahead of a searing week of summer weather because of a sewer system breakdown in Haverhill.

Beverly Police To Launch Alcohol, Pot Compliance Checks At Bars, Restaurants

An underage operative will be used in 2026 alcohol checks starting in July, while marijuana and THC inspections begin immediately.

Beverly City Council Slashes DEI Position, Passes Budget On Split Vote Amid Looming Budget Crisis

A divided City Council cut about $85,000 from Mayor Mike Cahill's FY27 budget request with dire warnings of looming troubles ahead.

Beverly To Roll Out New Automated Trash Collection With City-Issued Carts

Residents and businesses in Beverly will need to use the city-issued carts when automated curbside pickup begins July 1.

Beverly City Council Settles On 'Unhappy Medium' Trash Fee Increase

The Council gave final approval of an increase from $100 to $300 for most residents starting in July.

Beverly Shuttle To Cease Running Amid Budget Crunch

The city's lone dedicated bus line was one area Mayor Mike Cahill targeted as the city looks to balance its budget for 2027.

Beverly Opens Free, Forgiveable Home Repair Loan Program

The city and Essex County Habitat for Humanity are offering forgivable loans for eligible home repairs.

Beverly Police Department Awarded $100K Cummings Grant For Wellness Program

The three-year grant will support wellness, resilience, mental health and training across the Beverly Police Department.

Beverly Mayor Outlines Staff Cuts Amid Budget Deficit, Modified Trash Fee Increase

Beverly Mayor Michael Cahill said cuts will include layoffs, positions eliminated through attrition and hours reductions.

Beverly City Council Supports Modified Trash Fee Increase, Creating $1.4M Deficit

The increase from $100 to $300 annually for most households is $125 less than Mayor Cahill's proposal to fully cover trash removal costs.

Beverly To Host Pride Month Flag-Rising At City Hall

The city, Beverly Public Schools and the Beverly Human Rights Committee are hosting the event.

Proposed Beverly Trash Fee Increase Spurs Fierce City Council Debate

The Beverly City Council will meet again on Tuesday to vote on the proposal with public comment sought at that time.

Beverly Awarded $10K Cybersecurity Grant

The award will help Beverly receive cyber threat alerts and guidance.

'Pay More, Get Less': Beverly Trash Fees To Soar With New, Automated Pickup

Beverly Mayor Michael Cahill outlined the fee increases and new restrictions during community meetings this week.

Beverly City Council Approves $241K In Retroactive Municipal Employee Payments

The payments come after a study into equitable pay for city public services and public works employees.

Beverly Awarded $550K Grant To Restore Fishing Pier

The grant will support the reconstruction of the commercial hoist and fishing pier at Glover Wharf.

Beverly To Limit ICE Enforcement, Arrests On Municipal Grounds

The proclamation states the city's intention to bar ICE officials from staging and making arrests on city-owned property.

State Rep. Bowen To Host Education Funding Talk Amid Rising Cost Crisis

Bowen's summit comes as cities and towns have criticized how state Chapter 70 funding has not kept up with rising costs and inflation.

Beverly $28 Million City Hall Renovation Approved Amid Looming Structural Deficit

The Beverly City Council voted 7-2 to approve $26 million in borrowing and $2 million in debt fund spending to finance the renovation.

Beverly Awarded $850K MA Housing Rehabilitation Grant

Beverly was one of 27 competitive Community Development Fund awards totaling $25.7 million across the state.

Beverly Mayor Mike Cahill Vows To Meet City's 'Financial Challenges' In First 4-Year Term

Cahill said additional revenue will be needed to meet the needs of the city during his inaugural address on Monday.

Beverly 'Inaugural Soiree' To Celebrate Community

The event is set for Danversport on Jan. 10.

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Beverly Harbormaster To Take Deep Dive For Lost Fishing Gear

The city was awarded a $125K grant to search for and recover "derelict" fishing gear in Beverly Harbor.

Beverly Aggregate-Buying Electric Program To Offer 'Near-Level Prices' For 22-Month Contract

The city entered into the aggregate power-buying program with First Power Point to help stabilize prices for businesses and residents.

Beverly City Council Approves Maximum Tax Shift Burden To Businesses

The 1.75 factor was recommended to mitigate tax increases on rapidly increasing residential property values.

Beverly Former Dollar Store Spot's Fate Up For Debate At Public Meeting

A second public meeting is set for December to talk about what to do with the city-purchased location downtown.

Michael Cahill Wins First 4-Year Beverly Mayoral Term, Julie Flowers Re-Elected City Council President

Michael Cahill survived a challenge from City Councilor At-Large Brendan Sweeney with about 60 percent of the vote.

Beverly 2025 City Election Voter Guide: Candidates, Where To Vote

Voters will head to the polls on Tuesday for an election that includes a contested race for mayor, City Council and School Committee.

Beverly Votes 2025: In-Person Voting Underway Ahead Of Municipal Election

In-person early voting will continue through Friday at City Hall.

Beverly Mayoral Candidates Debate Fiscal, Business Challenges Facing City

Mayor Mike Cahill and City Councilor Brendan Sweeney shared their visions, priorities at the Greater Beverly Chamber breakfast forum.

Beverly City Hall Renovation $25M-$27M Funding Request Expected In December

Beverly Mayor Mike Cahill told the Council that approval would allow the 18- to 24-month project to begin next summer.

Beverly Chamber To Host Mayoral Candidate Breakfast Forum

Mayor Michael Cahill and City Councilor Brendan Sweeney will discuss business-related issued in a moderated forum.

North Shore Communities Awarded Nearly $200K In Traffic Safety Grants

Beverly, Danvers, Peabody and Salem were each awarded between $40,000 and $55,000 for traffic safety programs and initiatives.

What To Do With Beverly's Former Family Dollar Downtown Building?

Residents, civic leaders and officials shared their thoughts on potential reuses of the building during a Tuesday night public forum.