Beverly City Councilors: Vote Against Plan Not A Vote Against Library

City Councilors Brendan Sweeney and Todd Rotondo submitted a letter to Patch in response to Mayor Michael Cahill's letter last week.

Beverly Mayor Michael Cahill: Do We Value Our Public Library?

Mayor Michael Cahill submitted a Letter to the Editor to Patch about the proposed Beverly Public Library renovation.

Communication Failure Blamed For Beverly Library Funding Denial

City Councilor Scott Houseman said Mayor Mike Cahill needed to be more transparent with the Council on the ballooning renovation costs.

Major Beverly Library Renovation Voted Down: City Council

The City Council voted 5-3 against the administration's request to authorize $10.8 million in city funds on an HVAC overhaul and other work.

Beverly City Council To Consider Property Tax Exemption Expansion

City Councilor Brendan Sweeney said the proposal would "effectively double" the exemptions available to seniors, veterans and the disabled.

Beverly Nears Decision Time On Library, City Hall Relocation Projects

As the city looks to renovate City Hall and revamp the library HVAC system, officials wrestle with funding methods, plans on how to proceed.

'Blindsided': Beverly Library Cost Debate Extended In City Council

The public hearing was extended to April 8 on a library renovation project that ballooned to $18 million in recent months.

Beverly Temporary Hall-Whitaker Bridge To Open In 2027: MassDOT

Under plans presented at Thursday, the temporary bridge will open in three years and remain open as a permanent replacement is built.

Beverly City Council Tables 'Difficult' Israel/Palestine Discussions

Council members voted against a formal public discourse on a letter and resolution on "local impacts of the crisis in Gaza and Israel."

Beverly Voters Back Biden, Trump In Super Tuesday Presidential Primary

Donald Trump bested Nikki Haley 52.7 percent to 43.6 percent in results that were closer than the state average.

Beverly Presidential Primary Voter Guide: Candidates, Where To Vote

Voters will go to the polls on Tuesday to narrow the field of candidates for the November general election.

'Sticker Shock': Escalating Beverly Library Renovation Costs Debated

The City Council held the first of at least two public hearings on the estimated $18 million project before its eventual vote on funding.

Revamped $18 Million Beverly City Hall Renovation Proposal Revealed

The proposal would include keeping much of the current City Hall building and adding a third floor to the adjacent police annex building.

Beverly Presidential Primary Registration Deadline, Early Voting

Seven days of early voting ahead of the March 5 primary will be held at Beverly City Hall.

Beverly To Hire Social Services Navigator With Opioid Settlement Funds

The City Council voted to dedicate $107K of settlement funds toward that position and other substance abuse initiatives.

Beverly Hall-Whitaker Drawbridge Replacement Update Coming In March

The state Department of Transportation will host a public meeting to discuss design and timeline updates on March 14.

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Beverly Looks To Connect With Smart911 Alert System

The notification system replaces the previous Swift911 system ahead of this weekend's expected snowstorm.

Beverly Mayor Makes Climate Change Key Theme Of State Of City

Mike Cahill also announced programs to work with local businesses, launch a Beverly Youth Council and advance the city's capital projects.

Beverly To Host Inauguration At High School

The inauguration will be for mayor as well as new and returning members of the City Council and School Committee.

Beverly Hall-Whitaker Bridge Frustrations Aired On Capitol Hill

U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton called the timeline to replace the condemned drawbridge "an embarrassment" at a House hearing on Tuesday.

Gov. Maura Healey Unveils MA ResilientCoasts Initiative In Beverly

Gov. Healey and Lt. Gov. Driscoll said the program will "identify regulatory, policy, and funding" to address climate change effects.

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Mike Cahill Wins Re-Election As Beverly Mayor, Ballot Questions Pass

Julie Flowers will serve as City Council Chair after topping the vote total for three At-Large candidates for re-election.

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Beverly 2023 Election Guide: Candidates, Questions, Where To Vote

Beverly voters have a contested race for mayor, School Committee and ballot questions related to the city charter on Tuesday.

Beverly To Use $325K MA Grant To Imagine A More Resilient Lynch Park

Officials said the December 2022 nor'easter flooding reinforced the need to protect the park against climate change.

Beverly Awarded $750K For Dunham Road Roundabout Project

The state MassWorks grant will fund the design of the project at Route 128, Dunham Road and Brimbal Avenue.

Beverly Early In-Person Voting To Begin Saturday

Beverly voters will have a contested mayoral election and vote on City Council, School Committee and three city charter ballot questions.

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Beverly ADU Ordinance Change Spurs New City Council Public Hearing

The Planning Board proposed changes related to accessory dwelling unit parking and the ability to apply for a variance.

Beverly Officials Condemn Terror Attack, Support Victims Of War

Mayor Mike Cahill, City Council Human Rights Committee issued a statement in support of Beverly's Jewish residents and Gaza, Israel victims.

Beverly Resident Named 2023 Peter J. Gomes Service Award Recipient

Congressman Seth Moulton has selected five honorees for the 8th annual awards recognizing Massachusetts’ 6th District service.

Beverly Mayoral Candidates Spar On Development, Roads, Land Purchase

The Ryal Side Civic Candidate Forum featured some sharp exchanges between five-term incumbent Mike Cahill and challenger Jamie Zarella.

Beverly Mayor Candidates Debate Bridges, Roads, Parking, Housing

Incumbent Mike Cahill and challenger Jamie Zarella met in a Chamber of Commerce candidate forum at Off Cabot on Wallis Street on Thursday.

Beverly Home Charter Amendments Approved For November Ballot

The questions include extending the mayor's term from two to four years and expanding the school committee.

Beverly Mayoral Candidate Forum Set For Thursday At Off Cabot

The Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce will host the forum between incumbent Mike Cahill and challenger Jamie Zarella.

U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton's Office To Host Office Hours In Beverly

Staff members from the Congressman's office will be at the Beverly Police Department on Wednesday to meet with constituents.

Beverly 2023 Primary Election: Cahill, Zarella Advance In Mayor's Race

The incumbent mayor and Beverly businessman were the top two vote-getters in the preliminary vote on Tuesday.