Danvers Playground Swing Set Removed After Vandalism

The Danvers Department of Public Works said the swing was removed while replacement parts can be ordered and installed.

Head-On Crash With Overturned Car Closes Topsfield Road Near Danvers: Reports

Topsfield and Danvers emergency responders were on the scene of the crash on Valley Road on Monday afternoon.

Essex County Sheriff Honors 7 Staff After Facility Medical Emergency

Seven employees were recognized after a medical emergency inside an Essex County Sheriff's Department facility.

'Life-Threatening Confrontation': Danvers Officer Honored For Subduing Armed Suspect

Danvers Police Chief presented Officer Nicholas Strangie a commendation for his actions during a May CVS robbery and pursuit.

North Shore Police On Alert For Youth 'Takeover' Event Amid Social Media Posts

Danvers police said they were monitoring social media calls for the flash mob at the Liberty Tree Mall and Sky Zone on Friday.

3 Injured After SUV Car Crashes Into Danvers Building: Reports

A driver and two people inside a hair and nail salon sustained non-life-threatening injuries on Thursday, according to reports.

Rash Of Danvers Youth Incidents Cause 'Frustration, Concern And Hurt'

Danvers leaders issued a joint statement on the "disorderly," "disruptive," "antisemitic," and "racist" behavior.

Teen Killed In North Shore Single-Car Crash

Topsfield police said the "jaws of life" were used to remove the Boxford teen from the car, but that he later died from his injuries.

Guns Seized, Juveniles Charged In North Shore Traffic Stop Bust: Police

Topsfield police said three people are facing gun charges after the guns with defaced serial numbers were discovered.

'Unsafe And Disruptive': Danvers Police Increase E-Bike Patrols, Enforcement Downtown

Police said they continue to respond to concerns about youths riding the bikes in a dangerous fashion downtown.

Lynn Teen Accused Of Killing Danvers Woman Due In Court Amid Competency Challenge

The Essex County DA's Office said it intended to challenge the Bridgewater State Hospital evaluator's ruling during a Monday court hearing.

Essex County Sheriff Lauds Low Recidivism, Inmate Cost Cited In New Report

Sheriff Kevin Coppinger said the report shows Essex County's rehabilitation model is producing results.

Danvers Murder Teen Suspect's 'Incompetent' Ruling To Be Challenged In Court: Essex DA

The Essex County DA's Office told Patch that prosecutors will challenge the Bridgewater State Hospital evaluator's determination.

Danvers Gas Grill Fire Draws 2nd Alarm: Reports

The fire was reportedly contained to the outside of the back of the house on Bradford Street.

Police Warning After Rash Of Danvers, Middleton, Peabody Car Break-Ins

Danvers police said the break-ins targeted unlocked vehicles Saturday night and Sunday morning.

Teens Accused Of Attacking Danvers Special Needs Man Get Probation, Essex DA Reacts

Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker said his office recommended DYS commitment until 21 years old for the two 15-year-olds.

Danvers Police Stop Leads To 10-Year Sentence In North Shore Drug Trafficking Ring

A Saugus man was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to trafficking counterfeit fentanyl and meth pills.

Danvers Police Alert Residents To 'Senior Assassin' Student Ambush Game

Police warned participants to obey all laws and be considerate of fellow residents not familiar with the water gun target contest.

Danvers Crash Causes Emergency Water Service Disruption For Hours

The Department of Public Works said water service was expected to remain off throughout the morning.

Horrific Details Emerge In Danvers Woman's Killing, Teen's Arrest

UPDATE: The Lynn teen was ordered held without bail on Friday pending further medical evaluation at Bridgewater State Hospital.

Danvers Women Killed, Bishop Fenwick Teen Student Charged In Death: Essex DA

The Essex County District Attorney's Office said the Lynn teen was found on a city street carrying a knife with apparent blood on it.

Danvers Man Found Dead From Gunshot Wound: Essex DA

The Essex County District Attorney's Office said the man was found inside a Bradstreet Avenue home after a large police response.

North Shore Spa Shuttered After Sex Trafficking, Prostitution Raid: Police

Topsfield police said the spa's lease was terminated after a months-long investigation into sexual activity at the Boston Street location.

Danvers Fatal Fire Victim ID'd, No Working Smoke Alarms Found

State and local officials are urging North Shore residents to make sure alarms are installed and working after this week's fatal fire.

'Our Hearts Go Out To His Family': Danvers Firefighters Discover 1 Dead In Smokey House Fire

Danvers Fire Chief Brian Barry said firefighters encountered heavy smoke and "extreme clutter" in battling the MacArthur Boulevard blaze.

1 Man Killed In Danvers Tuesday House Fire

A man was found as crews battled a blaze on MacArthur Boulevard on Tuesday afternoon.

Roofer Dies After Falling From Danvers Building

The Essex County District Attorney's Office said the worker fell from a roof on Briarwood Drive on Wednesday morning.

Electrical Explosion Causes 'Extensive Damage,' Inmate Evacuation At Middleton Jail

Visitation remains suspended after 407 inmates were evacuated following the blast and resulting fire.

Danvers Elementary School Lockdown Alarm Draws Large Police Response

Danvers police said the alarm was determined to have been activated inadvertently.

Crack Cocaine, Fentanyl Seized In Danvers Drug Trafficking Bust: Police

Beverly, Danvers, Peabody and Salem police coordinated the three-month investigation that led to charges against a Bronx, NY man.

Massachusetts Wrong-Way Driver Kills New Hampshire Man In Crash, Police Say

It happened just before 10 p.m. on Route 128 South near Route 35.

Danvers Police Issue Warning Amid Rash Of Recent Car Break-Ins

Danvers police said most of the vehicles broken into were unlocked or had valuables left in plain sight.

North Shore Sobriety Checkpoint This Weekend: State Police

State Police said the checkpoint will take place at an Essex County location the weekend before Thanksgiving.

Danvers Nurse Charged With Assaulting Blind, Non-Verbal Patient: Report

NBC Boston said Cynthia Beck faces more than 30 charges in the May 18 assault on a 27-year-old woman with cerebral palsy.

Danvers 'Safe Watch' Program To Protect Those At 'Risk Of Wandering'

The information shared could help police be aware of residents who have autism, dementia, Alzheimer's and other cognitive issues.

Danvers Police To Conduct Alcohol-Compliance Checks

All town businesses that serve liquor should expect a compliance check sometime in the next couple of weeks.

Topsfield Fairgrounds Opens After 'Potential Threat' Sunday Morning

Executive Director James O'Brien said police swept the Fairgrounds and deemed them safe for the public.

Danvers Eyes Bitcoin ATM Ban Amid Repeated Scam Attempts

Danvers Police Chief James Lovell said he is working on a town bylaw proposal to ban the cryptocurrency machines.

Boston Man Charged In Danvers Shooting: Police

One person was hospitalized with injuries suffered in the Bay Drive shooting.

Find Out When You May Come Across An Essex County Sobriety Checkpoint This Weekend

State Police will conduct the checkpoint at an undisclosed location in Essex County this weekend.