Chocolate Buzz and Other Biz From the North Shore

Here's what's happening around the North Shore area with businesses large and small.

Veterans Day Deals in and Around Swampscott

Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals on Veterans Day.

Try Local Gourmet Chocolates on Friday

The creations of Conditori Chocolates will be there for the tasting at the Swampscott library's wine, cheese and chocolate event Friday.

Swampscott Goes to the Movies

From casting to critiques, Swampscott Goes to the Movies is about all things movies — and a few things TV.

Food Glorious North Shore Food

Check out our latest food column that surveys all the glorious food news from that cornucopia of food, the North Shore.

McMahon's Homemade Dressing and Pub Cheese: Simply Delicious

Maura and Mark McMahon introduced their products to the public this past summer — and seek a broader audience.

Salem Bed and Breakfast Serves Stories Too

One of the tales is of a former resident, Sarah, the maid.

Starbucks Product Recalled

The recall is because of potentially-contaminated peanut butter sold in Starbucks Protein Bistro Boxes.

Giving You The Business

Have you noticed a new store while driving around the North Shore recently? Patch loves small business and we try to cover every new opening. Here is a look at some recent business openings and happenings on the North Shore.

Swampscott Couple's Home Decor Company Opens Online

The couple share an abiding interest in home fashion. See their story in a Q & A interview below.

Peapod Launches Virtual Grocery Store At Swampscott Train Station

Peapod.com is first in U.S. to launch virtual grocery stores.

Harvest At The Farmers Market

In its second to last date of the year, the Swampscott Farmer's Market featured music, pumpkin decorating and harvest vegetables.

Whole Foods Recalls Soup Over Labeling Mixup

Roasted Garlic and Eggplant Soup was really Lobster Bisque, which could be dangerous if mistakenly eaten by anyone with a shellfish allergy or who is lactose intolerant.

Celebrate Columbus Day in Swampscott

Combine two great pastimes on Monday, Oct. 8, Columbus Day. Enjoy a day off and sleep in.

Food Glorious Food Restaurant News

For the latest on North Shore and Merrimack Valley restaurant doings check out our latest fool column.

What You Need to Know About the Topsfield Fair: Thursday, Oct. 4

Here's a look at some of the special things you will find at the Topsfield Fair on Thursday, Oct. 4. Check for this daily feature here on Hamilton-Wenham Patch through the fair's closing day on Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 8.

What Business Would You Like to See Here?

The 205 Burrill Street storefront was last occupied by the Cup N Board specialty food store which closed in 2011.

American Express Customers Will Receive Refund Because of 'Illegal Card Practices'

American Express will refund about $85 million to approximately 250,000 customers.

Lettuce RECALL: Fresh Express Hearts of Romaine Salad

Bags of salad recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections

Cookie Decorating w/Starlight Creatives and Swampscott Farmers Market

Changing Face of Spa Industry at Essential Friends

Essential Friends Spa welcomes two nurses and new services this fall. Linda Wagner RN and Elyse Tufts RN, BSN join the Spa to offer injectables such as Botox and Juvederm along with new IPL machine services.

Hungry Betty's and a Whole New Bagel

New restaurants and businesses on the North Shore.

Casting Call For Kids on the North Shore

The latest casting notice is for two children, one 9-12 and the other 13-15. The movie films Sept. 24.

A Taste of Winthrop

Barefoot Wine Beach Rescue Project

Beer Tasting August 10th to Benefit Friends of the Swampscott Public Library

North Shore Cancer Walk Dough Raiser

A Wine Tasting to Benefit Jumpstart

Parmigiano Reggiano Sampling

Spoonful of Ginger

CityFeast | Dining Out to Conquer Diabetes

New Year's Brunch at the Senior Center

playful Paws Doggie Daycare Salem Grand Opening

New Beginning for the JCC of the North Shore

Center Approves Dynamic New Business Plan.

State Identifies 5 Unauthorized ATMs In Town

More than 300 ATMs statewide fail to meet code.

Swampscott Public Library Continues Collecting Coats

The Coats for Kids program will continue through the holiday season.

Harbor Advisory Committee To Take Lead on Harbor Maintenance

The advisory panel can step forward to help solve lingering problems such as clogged drains at the Fish House.

Humphrey Street Nonprofit Expands Mission

The Caleb Foundation, which secures affordable housing for those in need, has had a busy year, acquiring properties on the North Shore and north of the border.

Differences Over Street Light Repairs Appear on the Mend

Representatives of utility National Grid said miscommunication was the reason for delays to service in town.

Tierney Hails House Tax Vote, Asks Republicans to Follow Suit

The House passed a bill extending tax cuts for those making less than $200,000 a year, and Congressman Tierney called on Senate Republicans to approve it.