Swampscott 2025 Town Election Guide: Candidates, Where To Vote

Swampscott residents will head to the polls on Tuesday to vote for Select Board members and other town offices.

Horse Racing Has No Place in Massachusetts

Simulcast Events Condone Cruelty in States We Can't Control

Rainy Forecast Cancels Swampscott Earth Fest On Town Hall Lawn

A Saturday washout forced the cancellation of the Swampscott Earth Fest on Town Hall Lawn on Saturday.

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Swampscott Annual Town Election Early Voting Begins Tuesday

There are four days of early, in-person voting ahead of the annual town election on April 29.

Swampscott 'Blue Envelope' Program Aims To Break Down Barriers

The voluntary program provides a tool for those on the autism spectrum to convey essential information to officers during an interaction.

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Swampscott Budget, Schools At Center Of Select Board Candidate Clash

Candidates MaryEllen Fletcher, Katie Phelan and Liz Smith took part in a candidates' forum ahead of the April 29 annual town election.

Cahill 5K Set for Sunday, May 4th

5K Race and 1 Mile Walk To Benefit Anchor Food Pantry and Rotary Club Cahill Scholarship

Reply to Suzanne Wright

MaryEllen Fletcher's Candor and Credibility Are Steadfast

Swampscott Yacht Club Donates Polar Plunge Proceeds Toward School Trip

Funds raised during the New Year's Day plunge will go toward student scholarships for the Swampscott eighth-graders' trip to Washington D.C.

Rodenticide Bans Should Be More Complete

Consider Alternatives to SGARs For Emergencies

Swampscott Select Board Backs 'Fully-Funded' Schools, Eyes Other Cuts

The Swampscott Select Board signaled support for a budget that bridges a gap between the School Committee and town proposals.

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MaryEllen Fletcher for Swampscott Select Board

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Swampscott Ballot Field Set For Townwide Races In 2025 Annual Election

There are contested races for Select Board and a declared incumbent write-in candidacy for School Committee.

Swampscott Earth Fest Back For 4th Year In 2025

This year's free event will be at the Town Hall Lawn on April 26.

Swampscott, MaryEllen Fletcher will fight for you

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U.S. Rep. Moulton To Speak At North Shore Vietnam Veterans Breakfast

The free breakfast for veterans and their families will be held at the Swampscott Senior Center on Friday morning.

MaryEllen Fletcher for Select Board

Now more than ever, Swampscott!

Response to Aaron Berdofe

Further discussion surrounding the VFW Post in Swampscott

Swampscott Bid To Halt Veteran Housing Plans, Keep VFW In Place, Fails

Swampscott Town Meeting members narrowly voted not to rescind a 2023 vote authorizing the Select Board to act on the Pine Street purchase.

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Swampscott Elementary School Earns High Marks For Energy Efficiency

Superintendent Pamela Angelakis said the school earned LEED Gold Certification - far surpassing its original sustainability goal.

Former Swampscott Town Administrator Addresses Early Departure

Sean Fitzgerald was asked about his December resignation during his interview for the Danvers town manager position.

Swampscott Town Annual Election Early Voting, Poll Location

Swampscott voters will go to the polls on April 29 to elect town-wide positions as well as candidates for the annual town meeting.

Swampscott/Lynn King's Beach Town Hall Set For Next Week

A forum at the Lynn Auditorium will discuss plans to clean up King's Beach, including the proposed UV Light pilot program.

'This Is Dire': Swampscott Eyes Tax Levy Increase, School Gap Remains

A proposed median single-family average tax increase of $643 per year would still leave the schools $661,000 short of their budget request.

Swampscott Free Retirement Readiness Event At Senior Center

The event focusing on both financial and social-emotional needs is set for March 22 at the Swampscott Senior Center.

Katie Phelan Launches Swampscott Select Board Re-Election Bid

Phelan has served as Vice-Chair of the Board since first being elected to serve three years ago.

Swampscott Glover House Preservation Efforts Find Bermuda Connection

A Save The Glover House delegation traveled to Bermuda to connect over shared Revolutionary War history.

MaryEllen Fletcher Launches Swampscott Select Board Re-Election Bid

Fletcher, the current Board Chair, said she is committed to "fiscal responsibility, accountability, and inclusive governance."

My Brother's Table Hosts Annual Raffle to Support Vital Meal Services

1 Raffle Ticket = 15 Meals

Swampscott Pine Street Parcel, VFW Future Spurs Special Town Meeting

A March 19 special town meeting will be held on a citizens' petition to revoke the town's authority to develop the parcel granted in 2023.

Clean Beach Advocate Liz Smith To Run For Swampscott Select Board

Smith said on Tuesday she will be on the ballot for the April 29 annual town election.

Swampscott To Host 'Black History Is Our History' Event Tuesday Night

Swampscott Unites, Respects, and Embraces Diversity will host the free event Tuesday night at Swampscott High School.

Swampscott Commits $300K To King's Beach UV Light Pilot Program

The split Select Board vote came after Lynn Mayor Jared Nicholson pledged to increase Lynn's portion of the expense by $100,000 on Thursday.

Swampscott Seeks Volunteers For Several Board, Commissions

The town is seeking several residents to fill openings on municipal committees.