Swampscott Police Active Investigation At Stop & Shop Parking Lot

Swampscott police said that while the investigation is ongoing, there is no threat to public safety.

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.

🌱 Patch AM: How did Swampscott fare in this packed high school sports slate?

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🌱 Patch AM: How does Swampscott’s premium gas price compare across Essex County?

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🌱 Patch AM: Will Swampscott teens step up to lead a new cancer campaign?

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North Shore Police Officer Indicted On Assault, Civil Rights Violation Charges

The Essex County District Attorney's Office said the former Lynn officer is accused of using "unreasonable force" in a person's home.

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.

🌱 Patch AM: How Swampscott’s Unified hoops game is changing friendships at school

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🌱 Patch AM: Swampscott Orders Recreational Beach Items Removed Ahead Of Weekend Storm

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Swampscott Orders Recreational Beach Items Removed Ahead Of Weekend Storm

The potential nor'easter could bring winds up to 40 mph, heavy rain and beach erosion to coastal locations.

🌱 Patch AM: How Swampscott boaters are racing to protect their vessels.

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🌱 Patch AM: Lydia Breed & Friends Art Exhibit and 8 more events

Coming up on the Swampscott Patch calendar: Ana Popovic with Danielle Miraglia

State Financing, Tax Credits Pave Way For Swampscott Senior Veterans Housing Complex

The funding clears a key hurdle in the development of the 12-24 Pine Street lot into 41 housing units.

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.

Swampscott Center For The Performing Arts Opens Doors This Weekend

The new music and entertainment venue will reside in the former Hawthorne Restaurant for the next two years.

Kings Beach 2026: Rinse and Repeat

It is time for leadership to abandon the costly distraction of a UV Treatment plant and go all in on infrastructure investment.

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 State Primary 2026 Voter Guide: Where To Vote, Races, Candidates

Swampscott voters will head to the polls on Tuesday to choose candidates for the November general election.

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.

Swampscott Early, In-Person Voting For MA Primary Runs Through Friday

The Massachusetts state primary is Sept. 1.

Swampscott Provides Trash, Recycling Updates Amid Cart Waitlist

Town officials said 65-gallon recycling cart requests remain on file as residents wait for a vendor timeline.

Swampscott PorchFest Returns For 2026 With 32 Acts On 17 Porches

The town-wide music event will open at Linscott Park Gazebo and include a family porch at Town Hall.

Swampscott Faces Planned National Grid Outage

National Grid said service improvements are expected to cause a three-hour outage in parts of town early next Friday.

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.

Rip Current Danger Warnings Issued Across North Shore, MA Coast

The National Weather Service issued the warning through Tuesday night.

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.

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.

Swampscott To Pick Town Poet Laureate

The town's new selection committee plans to bring a Poet Laureate appointment to the Select Board by late 2026.

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 Shares Cart Waitlist, Pickup Dates In Trash Collection Shift

The town said 65-gallon recycling carts are fully allocated and old bins will be collected the week of Aug. 17.

Swampscott Seeks Resident Ideas To Improve Communication

The town is asking residents to share ideas on communication, resources and neighborhood connections.

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 Select Board Delays Call On Residential Development At Hawthorne Site

The Select Board debated whether to disqualify RFPs that call for residential units at the site.

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.