Swampscott Police: Found Snuggie

Did you lose a snuggie at the Holiday Parade?

Swampscott Attempted Purse Snatching Foiled

A man with a bandana over his face pushed a woman to the ground in an attempt to mug her.

Swampscott Man Allegedly Had THC in System in Fatal Logan Accident

Steven Birenbaum allegedly hit an airport shuttle van, killing two people from El Paso, Texas, when driving in East Boston

Swampscott Firefighters Douse Blaze on Thanksgiving

A fire broke out on Beach Avenue in Swampscott Thursday.

1 Arrested, Gun Seized in Crips Gang Fight in Swampscott: ICYMI

Swampscott police said they responded to a fight involving gang members on Erie Street: in case you missed it.

Crips Gang Fight in Swampscott: 1 Arrested, Gun Seized

Swampscott police said they broke up a Crips Gang fight on Erie Street.

Swampscott Man Indicted in Double-Fatal DUI Crash: ICYMI

Steven Birenbaum, of Swampscott, was charged with drunk driving in a double-fatal crash: in case you missed it.

North Shore Fisherman's Body Recovered

Manoel DeSonsa was swept out to sea while fishing on the North Shore at Rafes Chasm Park.

Fire Breaks Out at Swampscott Home

Breaking: fire breaks out in Swampscott at Galloupes Point Road home.

Double-Fatal DUI Crash: Swampscott Man Indicted

Steven Birenbaum, of Swampscott, was drunk when he crashed into an airport/hotel shuttle in East Boston — killing two, authorities said.

Lynn Woods Fire: Wind-Whipped Blaze Burns for Hours

A large brush fire was fed by 50 mph wind gusts at the 2,200-acre Lynn Woods park Friday.

Swampscott Coach Resigns After Accused of Public Sex Act

The boys' high school soccer coach pleaded not guilty last week.

DUI Checkpoint in Essex County Announced

State police today announced a DUI checkpoint will be held soon somewhere in Essex County.

Swampscott Sex Offender Map

Ahead of Halloween, a Swampscott map of the most dangerous sex offenders registered in 2016.

Rx Drug Take Back in Swampscott This Weekend

Swampscott police will host a prescription drug take back event Saturday. Residents can drop off pills, no questions asked.

$5K Reward Offered in Swampscott Arsons: ICYMI

An arsonist is on the loose in Swampscott; call police at 781-595-1111 with information.

Swampscott Arsons: Police Ask Public's Help

Swampscott police are asking the public's help finding an arsonist responsible for multiple fires near the Swampscott Housing Authority.

Up to $5K Reward Offered in Swampscott Arsons

Swampscott police are asking the public's help after a string of arsons in the Doherty Circle neighborhood.

Arsonist on the Loose in Swampscott

Swampscott police asking public's help finding arson suspect. Up to $5K reward available. Please share!

Swampscott Police Ask Public's Help Finding Counterfeit Cash Suspect

Swampscott police a male suspect used $200 in counterfeit cash at CVS.

Swampscott 'Coffee with a Cop' Forum Friday

Swampscott police will hold a "coffee with a cop" forum tomorrow at Panera Bread in Vinnin Square Plaza.

Victim of Lynn Police Involved Shooting Identified

BREAKING: The district attorney's office has identified the victim of Monday's police-involved shooting in Lynn.

Lynn Man Killed in Police Shooting: DA

An adult male was killed in an officer-involved shooting in Lynn Monday morning, according to the Essex County District Attorney's Office.

Swampscott Crime Stats 2015: ICYMI

Newly released FBI data showed Swampscott had 28 violent crimes last year: in case you missed it.

Swampscott Woman Charged with Second DUI

A Swampscott woman was charged with her second DUI after a crash in Marblehead, police said.

28 Violent Crimes in Swampscott in 2015: Feds

Newly released FBI data showed Swampscott had 28 violent crimes last year.

$15K Heroin Bust in Essex County: Police

Police said they arrested heroin trafficker Jose Morales, 27, of Lawrence, and a New Hampshire woman.

Swampscott Police Receive State Certification

The department will now try to achieve the Commission's highest award of Accreditation.

Gloucester Police Chief on Leave Pending Internal Probe

Gloucester Police Chief Leonard Campanello, who gained national attention for helping opiate addicts get help, is the target of a probe.

2 Killed, 4 Seriously Hurt in Route 495 Crash

Breaking: 2 killed, 4 seriously hurt in Route 495 crash in Essex County this morning.

North Shore Man Tried to Rape Disabled Woman: Police

Angel Castro, of Gloucester, was charged with trying to rape a woman in Rockport Wednesday, police said.

Swampscott 'Missing' Swimmer Report Proves Unfounded

Coast Guard crews searched the Preston Beach area in Swampscott after receiving a report of a missing swimmer that proved unfounded.

DUI Checkpoint in Essex County Friday

State Police will hold a DUI checkpoint in Essex County Friday night. Drive safe!

Church Sex Abuse Case Settled for $1.2M in Portland, Maine: Report

Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland agrees to pay victims of Rev. James Vallely, accused of sexually assaulting multiple altar boys.

North Shore Cocaine Trafficker Arrested: Police

A North Shore cocaine trafficker with about $8,000 worth of product was arrested Sunday, police said.

Local Teen Bites Off Police Officer's Ear: DA

Police said Emma Wiley, of Marblehead, bit off a piece of a Salem police officer's ear. Wiley pleaded not guilty to a host of charges.

Swampscott Man Charged With Torching Home to Spite Ex-Wife: ICYMI

A Swampscott man laughed as he watched his Linden Avenue home go up in flames, prosecutors said: in case you missed it.

Swampscott Man Torches Home Instead of Sharing It With Ex-Wife: Lawyer

Swampscott resident Timothy Brosnan laughed as he watched his Linden Avenue home go up in flames Saturday, prosecutors said.

3 Sex Offenders With North Shore Ties Among 'Most Wanted' In State

Three sex offenders with North Shore ties were added to the "most wanted" list. Police asked the public's help to find them.

Cocaine Ring on North Shore Busted, Feds Say

North Shore cocaine bust: four arrested, $50,000 worth of drugs and three guns seized.