Peabody Generator Opponents Make Late Plea To Halt Project

Climate advocacy groups released data Thursday they hope will prompt the state to reopen the proposed generator's approval process.

How To Help Ukraine From The North Shore

The Essex County Community Foundation has compiled resources for North Shore residents to aid those suffering during the Russian invasion.

State Officials To Host Danvers, Peabody Office Hours

State Sen. Joan Lovely and State Rep. Sally Kerans plan in-person office hours next week.

Downtown Peabody Children's Museum Gets Go-Ahead

In a 3-2 vote, the Finance Committee approved Mayor Ted Bettencourt's plans for the city-run museum at 10 Main Street.

Peabody Mayor Touts Impact Of 3 Downtown Revitalization Projects

Mayor Ted Bettencourt cheers benefits of the O'Shea Mansion transformation, Brodie's Pub renovation and a permanent children's museum.

Peabody Drops Indoor Mask Order Effective Immediately

The Peabody Board of Health voted unanimously Friday morning to lift the town's mask order for indoor public spaces.

Work Begins On Plans To Fix 'Deadly' Route 114 Peabody Stretch

The state Department of Transportation will conduct a Road Safety Audit in advance of submitting plans to make safety improvements.

Peabody Likely To Lift Indoor Mask Order On Friday: Mayor

Mayor Ted Bettencourt said he expects the Board of Health to remove the order at a special meeting Friday morning.

Peabody Mayor Lauds City's Blizzard Snow Removal Efforts

Mayor Ted Bettencourt said work continues on pushing back snow to widen roads, clearing sidewalks and responding to residents.

Questions About Social Security That Can Help You Plan

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Peabody Extends Mask Order For Indoor Public Spaces

While Board of Health members said encouraging coronavirus trends put the end of the mandate on the horizon, it will stay in effect for now.

Peabody's May To Challenge Moulton For U.S. Congress Seat

The Peabody businessman ran unsuccessfully for the 13th Essex state representative seat in 2020.

Peabody To Open 2 Coronavirus Test Sites Starting Wednesday

The clinics on Railroad Avenue and Centennial Drive will run six days per week.

Peabody Institute Library To Host Weekly Vaccination Clinics

The walk-in coronavirus vaccine clinics will make the second floor of the library their home each Wednesday from 3 to 7 p.m.

Peabody-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Figures

The Essex County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Peabody, Salem Team Up To Tackle North River Corridor Conundrum

The cities will hold a public forum on mitigation efforts to help prevent increased flooding and erosion that threatens infrastructure.

Peabody Coronavirus Testing Clinic Added Thursday

Residents are asked to pre-register and show patience with testing in high demand amid the curring COVID spike.

'Peabody Is In Competition': New City Council President

Peabody High alum and Afghanistan War veteran Ryan Melville takes reins of Peabody City Council.

Bettencourt: Peabody Poised To Emerge From 'Dark Days' Strong

Peabody Mayor Ted Bettencourt touted the city's low taxes, municipal services and forthcoming projects in Monday's Inauguration address.

Peabody New Year's Day Coronavirus Testing Full

All 500 slots for Saturday's testing at Higgins Middle School were taken as of Friday morning.

Peabody New Year's Day Coronavirus Testing Clinic

Drive-thru testing will be held at the Higgins Middle School on Saturday.

Peabody Adds Moderna Coronavirus Vaccine Booster Clinic

The clinic will be for those 18 years old and older on Jan. 12 at the Council on Aging.

Peabody Brings Back Indoor Mask Order Amid Coronavirus Spike

Starting Monday, facemasks must be worn in all public indoor spaces unless a person is actively eating or drinking.

Peabody Adds Coronavirus Vaccine Clinic, Drive-Thru Testing

Free coronavirus testing for city residents will take place Sunday at the Comunidade de Cristo Church.

Peabody Coronavirus Cases, Vaccinations Rise Over 7 Days

Peabody's coronavirus positive test rate and overall case count rose this past week, as did vaccinations.

Peabody Reveals Coronavirus Free Rapid Test Distribution Plan

Tests will be sent to the Citizens Inn, Peabody Housing Authority, Peabody Council on Aging with a limited number available to residents.

Beverly, Peabody, Salem To Get MA's Free Coronavirus Rapid Tests

Gov. Baker said the three North Shore cities are among the 102 "high-need communities across the Commonwealth" to receive the tests.

Peabody Coronavirus Case Rise Mirrors State Surge

Despite high vaccination rates, coronavirus cases have risen considerably on the North Shore in recent weeks.

Peabody To Offer Free Resident Coronavirus Testing

The Health Department will offer the drive-thru testing ahead of Christmas on Dec. 15 at Higgins Middle School.

Peabody-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Figures

The Essex County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Peabody Embarks On Road To Net-Zero Emissions

Peabody is joining Marblehead, Belmont and Ipswich as part of a four-community initiative to examine the best paths to carbon neutrality.

Peabody Coronavirus Vaccine Booster Clinics

The Peabody Health Department will host a pair of clinics at the Council on Aging.

Peabody-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Essex County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Peabody Generator Opponents Refuse To Give Up Fight: Patch PM

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Peabody Generator Opponents Petition State For Additional Reviews

North Shore elected officials joined advocacy groups in demanding an environmental and health study of the proposed 'peaker' plant.

Peabody Write-In Candidate Wins Library Board Of Trustees Seat

Ruth Titelbaum won a six-year term on the Peabody Institute Library Board of Trustees.

Julie Daigle Eager To Get To Work On Peabody City Council

The Mills 58 general manager and newly elected City Councilor told Patch she wants to help make it easier to get things done in the city.

Peabody Councilor-Elect Stephanie Peach Reps 'New Generation'

The 30-year-old Peach told Patch her election as a Ward 3 City Council shows "the city is ready for a change."

Peabody Light Commission Winners; Full Election Results

Thomas Paras and Ray Melvin won two seats in this year's highly contested Peabody Light Commission race.

Peabody Elects Julie Daigle, Stephanie Peach To City Council

While incumbents led the way for At-Large City Council seats, Wards 3 and 4 will have new voices.