Salem|News|
North Shore Drought Still 'Significant' Despite Recent Rain
Above-average July rainfall improved conditions, but much of Massachusetts remains under mild or significant drought.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
- Salem, MA
Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at Scott.Souza@Patch.com. Twitter: @Scott_Souza.
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Swampscott, MA|News|
North Shore Death Investigated As Homicide: Essex DA
The Essex DA's Office said a 52-year-old man was found on South Common Street in Lynn on Thursday.
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Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Restaurant Week Returns For Summer 2026
Beverly Main Streets and the Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce are bringing back the dining promotion starting on Aug. 14.
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Peabody, MA|News|
Flying Pole Strikes Car, Driver Impaled On Peabody Route 95 North: Reports
Emergency services reports said a pole came off a truck on the highway and smashed through a vehicle's windshield.
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Andover, MA|News|
Andover Tracks Rise In Spotted Lanternfly Sightings
The invasive insect has been reported more often in Andover, where conservation staff are mapping local populations.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Here's MA's Fall Forecast From The Old Farmer's Almanac
Meteorological fall begins Sept. 1 and runs through Nov. 30.
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Marblehead, MA|News|
6 Hospitalized In Marblehead Harbor Boat Crash Overnight
Two victims suffered serious injuries after the boat crashed on top of Grays Rock.
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Salem|News|
Salem's Mack Park Farm To Host Annual Farm Fest On Sunday
The free Salem event runs from 3 to 7 p.m. and will support Mack Park Farm's local food mission.
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Danvers, MA|News|
Topsfield Fair Opens Entry Period For 2026 Contests, Pageants
The Topsfield Fair is accepting entries for dozens of competitions ahead of its Oct. 2-12 run in 2026.
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Salem|News|
Salem, Peabody Public Schools Awarded State Literacy Grants
Salem and Peabody are among Massachusetts districts receiving PRISM funding to support reading instruction.
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Salem|News|
Peabody-Based Bridgewell Counseling Clinic Names New Director
Bridgewell said Enid Keefe of Townsend will oversee clinical and administrative staff at its Counseling Services clinic in Lowell.
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Lynnfield, MA|News|
North Shore Restaurant Smashed By Driver Plans To Reopen In Lynnfield
Owners of School Street Foods are seeking the public's help to reopen a Lynnfield location.
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Danvers, MA|News|
Essex County Sheriff Honors 7 Staff After Facility Medical Emergency
Seven employees were recognized after a medical emergency inside an Essex County Sheriff's Department facility.
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Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Hospital Earns 4 High-Performing Ratings In U.S. News Rankings
Beverly Hospital received high-performing ratings in COPD, heart failure, hip replacement and knee replacement.
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Swampscott, MA|News|
Swamptober Fest Suspended For 2026
Town Administrator Nick Connors said the annual townwide celebration will not happen next month.
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Andover, MA|News|
Andover Seeks Residents For Board, Committee Vacancies
The town is seeking applicants for several boards and committees, including aging, disability and green advisory roles.
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Salem|News|
Salem Man Identified As Body Recovered From Central Wharf Waters
The 64-year-old's body was recovered at about 9:40 a.m. on July 28.
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Salem|News|
Salem Willows To Host 19th Salem Jazz & Soul Festival
The free, volunteer-run festival will fill Salem Willows with live music, workshops and vendors from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Aug. 15.
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Danvers, MA|News|
Danvers Flag Football Player Named Finalist For 2026 NFL Flag Player Of The Year
St. Mary's High School student Sofia Lafontant was named one of 10 finalists recognized by the NFL and Toyota.
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Swampscott, MA|News|
Residential Ruled Out As Part Of Swampscott Hawthorne Property Redevelopment
The Select Board voted 3-2 to disquality any development proposals that include apartments or condos.
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