Rep. Ehrlich's Plastic Bag Legislation Seeks to Sack Pollution

The proposal got a favorable hearing and has moved to the House Ways and Means Committee.

Board Puts Off Decision on Permits for Salem Harbor Power Plant Conversion

A public hearing regarding Footprint Power's plan to convert the Salem Harbor Power Station drew a crowd to Bentley Elementary School in Salem.

Hearing Held on Marblehead Rep's Plastic Bag Ban

Our "Five Things to Know" column provides essential daily information at a glance for the informed Header. Today we highlight a bill by State Rep. Lori Ehrlich for a state-wide ban on plastic bags.

Organic Food Coop Has Openings For New Members in Marblehead

People interested in picking up in Marblehead can register immediately for the 2013 season. For more details or to sign up, visit www.farmdirectcoop.org or call 877-FDC-FARM.

Tenants Needed: Marblehead Osprey Nest

Marblehead's new osprey nesting pole is expected to be up and running next month.

Artifical Turf for Piper Field Clears Wetlands Hurdle

Conservation Commission approves plans to replace natural grass with synthetic turf in designated wetlands area.

A School Garden Loaded With Thought

Bell School parents, teachers and administrators have a vision of planting vegetables, herbs, flowers and ideas for children to learn.

Flurry of Election Activity Coming Up in Marblehead

Marblehead will host two elections and a town meeting in three weeks. And a month and half later it will hold another election.

Before and After: What New Salem Power Station Will Look Like From Marblehead

Here's a closer look at what the Salem Harbor Power Station is expected to look like after the original structure is demolished.

From Trash to Treasure: Swap Shed

We are recycling the old saying, 'One person's trash is another person's treasure,' for our latest Going Green column. It's on the Marblehead Swap Shed, open this Saturday, March 2, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Marblehead Transfe

Save Your Styrofoam and Pitch It

Zero Waste Days in Marblehead will have stations for electronics, textiles and hazardous waste, as well.

Salem Harbor Power Station CEO Touts Design of New Facility

One smokestack would replace three, and that one less than half the height of the tallest existing stack.