Betty Dean Holmes, age 95, a Swampscott resident, died on November 6, 2023.
Swampscott-Lynn DAV Commander Jeffrey Blonder provided this opinion column to Patch.
The theme of the Summit is: "Together We Thrive: Veterans and Teens Embracing Mental Wellness."
We’re Here to Serve You
Annalisa Di Palma is one of five new Board members for the organization providing resources to disadvantaged, low-income girls.
The Swampscott Police Association is implementing drop-off changes for the high school the night of the parade.
The Beacon Restaurant will feature honored guests, entertainment, and fundraising for Wreath's Across America this Saturday November 11th
Swampscott will host a veterans breakfast at 9 a.m. followed by a Monument Avenue ceremony at 11 a.m.
Superintendent Pamela Angelakis the funds will go toward improved surveillance, emergency protocols and behavioral threat assessments.
Select Board members pressed for more control over grant spending with an emphasis on source elimination and Fisherman's Beach concerns.
Candidate for city councilor Elizabeth Figueroa wants to make a difference in Lynn's ward 2
The cheerleaders were set to sell pies at Friday night's football game and through Nov. 10 to benefit the program.
Residents can sign up to start getting the alerts via mobile app, SMS text, and email as of Dec. 1.
Multiple emergency services reports said the fire was in the Bertram House assisted-living facility.
Quick, Easy and Convenient
Residents are invited to review and comment on the proposed Vinnin Square Design Guidelines presented to the Planning Board this month.
The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will put forth the comprehensive plan at a public forum on Oct. 25.
Income Protection to Millions
Residents are encouraged to drop off their pumpkins for composting rather than place them in the trash.
The E.F. Gilmore Chapter raised funds to help the victims of the Maui wildfires and Hurricane Idalia.
The temporary platform at the Lynn Commuter Rail Station on Silsbee Street is on pace to open nine months ahead of schedule.
The Select Board and town administrator issued the joint statement in the wake of this weekend's attacks and violence in the country.
A last-ditch propsal to spend $150,000 in town ARPA funds to move and store the house did not gain Select Board majority approval.
The clinic will be Oct. 16 at the Swampscott Senior Center.
An assessment of the town's water and sewer system reveals no quick fix in the face of massive necessary investments.
The city urges residents to check their cabinets for outdated and unused medications to be safely disposed of this month.
The Lynn ferry service is extended through Oct. 31, while Winthrop and East Boston will run to Nov. 30. The Salem Ferry runs until Oct. 31.
Two officers of the E.F. Gilmore DAV in Swampscott were selected to serve at the 2023 DAV and Auxiliary National Convention.
As Halloween approaches, here are a few tips on where to find pumpkins on the North Shore and how to make the perfect carve.
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton cited the challenges of funding cleanup of the beach at Thursday's House Transportation and Infrastructure hearing.
With Greater Boston Food Bank supplies slashed because of staffing issues, the Anchor Food Pantry is reaching out to the community for help.
The Swampscott Recreation Department will be selling more than 200 gently used holiday costumes for between $1 and $15.
The charity thrift store run by community volunteers will begin its regular hours at 491 Humphrey Street on Tuesday.
The townwide music event will now be held on Oct. 1.
The Affordable Housing Trust withdrew a variance request needed to move the historic house after it appeared it would not pass the ZBA.
The annual town music, beer and food event had already been postponed once because of the weather this month.
The break caused disruption in the area of Nirvana Drive on Wednesday.
The townwide yard sale, ReachArts Porchfest and Swamptoberfest are all planned for Saturday, weather permitting.
The Swampscott/Lynn Disabled Veterans of America event is set for Red Rock Park in Lynn.
A study found the best pizza by style throughout the state. As a pizza-driven publication, we've compiled homes in those seven places.