Saturday: Turning sunny; cooler, with a high of 67 and low of 47 degrees.
Sunday: Cloudy most of the time, temps: high: 63, low: 51.
Monday: A shower; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 70 and low of 43 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• A Modern Take on History: Nods to the Past, Rather than Strict Historical Accuracy, Guided the Kitchen Renovation in a First Period Home (nshoremag.com) — Peabody's landmark John Proctor House, tied to the Salem Witch Trials, has undergone a major kitchen, dining, mudroom, and bath renovation after severe water and mold damage. Designer Kristina Crestin and her team blended reclaimed wood, textured stone, and clever storage tricks to keep the 1638 home feeling authentically old while making it comfortable and functional for modern living.
• Police reports cited by Herald detail two OUI arrests involving Peter Meaney (newsbreak.com) — A 2019 OUI arrest in Peabody involving state legislative candidate Peter Meaney is detailed alongside an earlier 2018 Salem arrest, based on Boston Herald police-report accounts. The story outlines the circumstances of both incidents, Meaney's brief response taking responsibility for his behavior, and the stakes of his upcoming challenge to incumbent Rep. Donald Wong.
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Help Wanted in Beverly: Experienced Alzheimer's Caregiver Needed Part Time Please note: We do not use caregiving agencies. We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and reliable Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide... (More info)
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PSG Global Solutions posted a job opening for Quality Assurance Manager in Peabody. Apply here.
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