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• Massachusetts seawall fix beneath waterfront restaurant stalls as state flags concerns (thecooldown.com) — A key seawall repair beneath Swampscott's Mission on the Bay restaurant is stalled while the state reviews the proposal, leaving a vulnerable stretch of shoreline in limbo. The project highlights how complex regulations, climate risks, and engineering tradeoffs can slow even urgent coastal fixes, as officials balance immediate protection for businesses and residents with long-term environmental impacts.
• Massachusetts residents are using less water, but aging pipes, debt, and vetoes keep bills rising (thecooldown.com) — Swampscott residents are using less water but still seeing higher bills, as debt for water main replacements and sewer projects pushes the town's FY26 water budget up about 3.7% and sewer costs roughly 7.1%. A statewide explainer video argues that aging pipes, required upgrades, and shifting state financing matter far more to your bill than how carefully you conserve at home.
• 2027 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Qualifying (massgolf.org) — Swampscott brothers Aidan and Christian Emmerich shot an impressive 60 at The Ridge Club in Sandwich to qualify for the 2027 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship. Their late birdie-eagle surge secured a share of medalist honors and sends this hometown duo to the national stage in Wisconsin next spring.
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