'Positive Direction': New Marblehead Superintendent Eyes Fresh Start

New Superintendent John Robidoux begins a two-year interim run amid several daunting challenges facing the district.

Teacher Spotlight: Marblehead's Matthew Fox 'Very Valuable Person'

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Marblehead Offers Free COVID Tests Amid Summer Virus Surge

Residents can get their rapid, at-home test kids at the Mary Alley Building.

Marblehead Schools Request State Mediation In Custodian Contract

The School Committee made the request over the objection of the Marblehead Education Association last week.

Marblehead To Host First Evening Citizens Police Academy

The Citizens Academy runs Tuesday nights from Sept. 10 through Oct. 29.

Proposed Marblehead School Flag Policy Decried As Discussion Postponed

Several at Wednesday's School Committee meeting criticized the proposed policy's potential restrictiveness and lack of inclusiveness.

Marblehead School Custodian Contract Talks Hit Dead End: MEA

The Marblehead Education Association said the School Committee is intending to "unilaterally walk away" from negotiations.

Marblehead School of Ballet Opens 53rd Season

The school's new season features a range of classes for all ages -- children, tweens, teens, and seniors.

Teacher Spotlight: Marblehead's Jeff Newsome Shows Respect, Kindness

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Marblehead Winter Boat Storage Season Starts In September

Boat storage will take place at the Parker's and Cliff Street Boatyards.

Teacher Spotlight: Marblehead's Lindsay Burke Dedicated, Encouraging

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Explicit Zoom Bomb Briefly Distrupts Marblehead Select Board Meeting

The meeting was delayed while administrators removed the video that appeared on the Zoom portion of the hybrid meeting.

2 Marblehead High Graduates Awarded $1.5K Sterny's Way Scholarships

The scholarships are in memory of David Stern, a former Marblehead youth sports coaching legend and supporter of the arts.

Marblehead Students Honored At Hartford, Holy Cross, RIT, Tufts, WPI

These Marblehead students were among those recently earning academic or athletic distinctions.

North Shore School Supply Drive Doubles Impact With Donor Sponsorship

An anonymous donor will match all contributions to the Marblehead-based SPUR servicing Marblehead, Swampscott, Lynn and Salem this week.

Marblehead Schools, Custodians 'Far Apart' In Negotiations

School Committee member Sarah Fox said in a statement a six-hour bargaining session did not result in meaningful progress toward a deal.

Marblehead School Committee Did Not Violate Open Meeting Law: AG

Marblehead School Committee Chair Jennifer Schaeffner shared the ruling at Monday afternoon's meeting.

Canceled Marblehead Fireworks To Be 'Bigger And Better' Next Year

Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer said donations to this year's canceled event will be used toward next year's 250th Revolution celebration.

High-Speed Marblehead Chase Leads To Arrest: Police

Marblehead police said the chase lasted about 30 minutes and involved neighboring towns.

Marblehead Abbot Public Library Grand Reopening Wednesday

The renovated historic library's reopening was delayed from last month because of a potential accessibility compliance issue.

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Overnight Barge Fire Cancels Marblehead July 4 Fireworks

Organizers said the state fire marshal ordered the fireworks and harbor illumination canceled after the fire early Thursday morning.

Fireworks Near Me: Marblehead July 4th 2024 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Marblehead.

Marblehead Road Closures, Parking Restrictions For July 4

Marblehead police announced the restrictions for the Horribles Parade, Festival of Arts and fireworks.

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Marblehead To Hire Firm To Investigate Antisemitic Harassment Claims

The School Committee authorized incoming Superintendent John Robidoux to spend up to $25,000 to hire a third-party investigator by July 19.

July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Marblehead

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Marblehead.

Marblehead Traffic, Rail Trail Parking Distruptions Set For Thursday

The restrictions are need for the delivery of large transformers for the town's main electric substation.

Marblehead Extends 2-Year Contract Offer To Interim Superintendent

The School Committee voted on Thursday night to authorize the two-year offer that includes a clause for a potential extension.

Swampscott Dennis Muise Memorial Fishing Tournament Set For Saturday

The Swampscott Yacht Club will host the tournament that is open to both members and non-members.

Marblehead Antisemitic Accusations, Denials Spur Investigation Call

Dozens of Marblehead residents spoke for two hours of public comment on a recent rift between school staff.

First-Ever Marblehead Community Wellness Day Set For Saturday

The Marblehead Counseling Center event will provide activities and information on support, especially for teens and adolescents.

Marblehead Abbot Library Grand Re-Opening Ceremony Postponed

Library officials said a potential accessibility compliance issue has delayed the occupancy permit for the renovated historic library.

Marblehead Schools, Teachers Face Lawsuit Over Student Restraint

Lawyers for the family of the 9-year-old Black student said he was inappropriately restrained more than 11 times over 4 months this fall.

Marblehead School Employees Engaged In 'Rapidly Intensifying Dispute'

Interim Superintendent Theresa McGuinness said "multiple formal complaints of harassment and discrimination" have been filed.

Marblehead Teachers Rally As Sides Debate Wages, Safety, Support

The Marblehead Education Association said more than 450 teachers and staff rallied outside of Tuesday's negotiating session.

Marblehead Select Board Convenes With Fox Elected, Noonan As Chair

Daniel Fox secured a three-year term with the top vote total in unofficial results while Erin Noonan was re-elected as Board Chair.

'Productive' Marblehead Teacher Negotiations: School Committee Chair

School Committee Chair Sarah Fox said the Subcommittee and Marblehead Education Association agreed to schedule more bargaining this summer.

ESPN Films Pete Frates' Ice Bucket Challenge Doc At Marblehead School

Superintendent Theresa McGuinness said crews were at the Glover Elementary School to film a segment for the upcoming documentary.

Marblehead Teachers To March, Rally At Planned Negotiating Session

The standout, march and rally are planned for what is at this point the final scheduled negotiating session before the contract expires.