🌱 Patch AM: Why did Swampscott repaint its rainbow crosswalks, and what’s next?

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🌱 Patch AM: How Swampscott’s Town Hall lawn turned into a sea of classic cars

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🌱 Patch AM: See how Swampscott’s new Archer Trail changes this neighborhood’s landscape

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🌱 Patch AM: Swampscott General Glover Farmhouse Preservation Efforts Honored

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Swampscott General Glover Farmhouse Preservation Efforts Honored

Essex Heritage recognized Save the Glover! as plans show the historic farmhouse would stay on its site.

🌱 Patch AM: State Fire Marshal's Office Investigating Swampscott Blaze As Arson

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🌱 Patch AM: $70K MA Grant To Help Restore Swampscott's Phillips Park Basketball Court

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$70K MA Grant To Help Restore Swampscott's Phillips Park Basketball Court

The Healey-Driscoll announced the award as part of $13 million in grants on Wednesday.

Swampscott To Display Framed Declaration Of Independence Replica For Public Viewing

The replica tied to an early Massachusetts printing will rotate from Town Hall through Swampscott schools.

🌱 Patch AM: Marblehead, Swampscott Awarded $2.1 Million In MA One-Stop Growth Grants

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'Swamp-Stock' Benefit A First For New Swampscott Center For The Performing Arts

Johnny Ray is donating his new Swampscott venue and staffing for a five-hour Marblehead Counseling Center benefit.

Swampscott Save The Glover Preservation Campaign Gets $16K Boost

New gifts and a grant will support planning and stabilization for the historic General John Glover Farmhouse.

Marblehead Counseling Center Unveils Band Lineup For Swamp-Stock Fundraiser

The Oct. 1 fundraiser in Swampscott will feature five bands, a buffet, cash bar and tickets benefiting Marblehead Counseling Center.

Letter To The Editor: Remember War On Terror Veterans During 9-11 Anniversary

Jeffrey Blonder writes that the connection between 9-11 first responders and those who fought in the ensuing wars is seamless.

Swampscott Opens 2027 Poet Laureate Submission Process

Residents 21 and older can submit three original poems in September for Swampscott's next Poet Laureate term.

Swampscott's Seaglass Village Moves To Former Clarke School

The growing group serving older adults in Swampscott, Marblehead and Nahant also needs more volunteer drivers.

Letter To Patch: Exempt Veterans' Programs From Federal PAYGO Restrictions

Jeffrey Blonder writes that veterans' benefits programs should not be subject to budget offsets to pay for them.

Swampscott Plans Sept. 11 Ceremony On 25th Anniversary Of Attacks

Residents are invited to gather Sept. 11 at Swampscott Fire Station for a 25th anniversary remembrance ceremony.

New Swampscott Perfoming Arts Venue To Host MCC’s First Rock Fundraiser

Swamp-Stock: Rock the Night will bring live music and fundraising to the Swampscott Center for the Performing Arts.

Swampscott Free Pop-Up Store This Weekend At Big Blue Bargains

The Aug. 22 event will offer free clothing, furniture, home goods and more.

Swamptober Fest Suspended For 2026

Town Administrator Nick Connors said the annual townwide celebration will not happen next month.

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.

Humphrey Street Block Party Set For Sunday In Swampscott

Live music, food, beer vendors and more than 40 makers are planned for Sunday afternoon on Humphrey Street.

Swampscott Residents Ride For A Cure At Pan-Mass Challenge

The Pan-Mass Challenge will bring together more than 6,000 cyclists and 4,000 volunteers on Aug. 1-2.

Swampscott Church To Host North Shore Electronics Recycling Event

Residents from any community can bring electronics, appliances and reusable bicycles to the church parking lot Aug. 1.

Big Blue Bargains Makes $15K Matching Pledge For New Swampscott Track

Big Blue Bargains pledged to match up to $15,000 in donations for Swampscott's planned community track.

Swampscott To Host Free Saltwater Fishing Clinic For Families At Whales Beach

The Saltwater Angler Education Program will hold a free beginner clinic Aug. 13 at Whales Beach with registration required.

North Shore Stranded Whale Likely A Vessel Strike, Entanglement Victim: WDC

The Whale and Dolphin Conservation said an exact cause of death was not determined due to the lack of an authorized necropsy.

Swampscott To Host World Cup Title Match Viewing Party

A summer of World Cup celebrations in Swampscott concludes on Sunday when Spain meets Argentina for the championship.

Swampscott's Clark Playground To Close Next Week

The playground is expected to be closed for two days for the pouring of a new safety surfacing.

North Shore Disabled American Veterans Plan Beach Party At Red Rock Park

The July 25 event in Lynn will offer food, games, live music and veteran-focused resources.

Swampscott Select Board Refines Vision For Former Hawthorne Property

Select Board members began determining preferences on how to score a forthcoming request for proposal on the oceanfront parcel.

Swampscott To Host Public Declaration Of Independence Reading

Rep. Jenny Armini and the Historical Commission will join a free Town Lawn program tied to Massachusetts' MA250 initiative.

More North Shore Beaches Close Amid Scorching Heat Wave

As beaches in Ipswich opened following this week's Merrimack River sewer rupture, beaches in Marblehead and Swampscott were closed.

Swampscott Porchfest Returns For 2026

The town is seeking performers and porch hosts for this year's event on Aug. 29.

Swampscott Frederick Douglass Event Moved Due To Extreme Heat Wave

The Thursday gathering will still run from 4 to 7 p.m., with food trucks, free ice cream, family activities, and voter registration.

Swampscott's Big Blue Bargains Donates $10K To Senior Center

The donation from Big Blue Bargains is aimed at supporting programs and services for older adults in Swampscott.

Swampscott Center For The Performing Arts To Host Open House

The 30-month tenant of the former Hawthorne Restaurant plans to showcase property for the fireworks.

Swampscott-Based SPUR Launches School Supply Drive For 650 North Shore Students

SPUR said more than 650 students in Lynn, Marblehead, Salem and Swampscott rely on the annual effort.

Swampscott Yacht Club To Host Dennis Muise Memorial Fishing Tournament

The June 13 event at Swampscott Yacht Club will honor longtime member Dennis Muise and include a cancer donation.

Why I Spent a Year Plus of My Life Working on a Movie Called “SHEEPDOG”

Veteran Movie Opens This Weekend Across the Country

Whether You Rent or Own, Weatherization Can Help You Save

Professional weatherization makes your home more energy efficient and comfortable to live in year-round.

How to stick to a workout routine at home or the office

With many convenient & creative ways to work out at home or in the office, you don’t need a gym membership or special equipment to exercise.

Topsail Addiction Announces Agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield

Andover Addiction Treatment Center is now In-Network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

How Health Benefit Plans Are Supporting Members’ Whole Health

Health plans are stepping up to support a preventative, whole-health approach that enables their members to live healthier lives.

How Primary Care Can Help Lower Healthcare Costs

Those who have a trusted relationship with a primary care physician are less likely to need care at the costly ER

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How One Health Plan Is Improving The Whole Health Of Its Members

UniCare aims to simplify the healthcare experience for its members and support them on their health journeys

How Long-Term Stress Affects Your Health

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