Outgoing councilor wants more access for Peabody
PEABODY — Barry Sinewitz served his last meeting as a city councilor, but not before making a final motion to increase government transparency. Just befor... Read more.
Melrose Mayor Robert Dolan was offered Lynnfield’s town administrator job
LYNNFIELD — Melrose Mayor Robert Dolan’s extensive budget and collective bargaining experience were the deciding factors in selectmen’s decisi... Read more.
School start time discussion in early stages in Peabody
PEABODY — While controversy surrounds a plan for new school start times in Boston, the School Committee here has assured parents they’ll get plenty ... Read more.
Kids skate with the Bruins mascot for a good cause
PEABODY — Boston Bruins mascot Blades strapped on his skates with some young fans Thursday. Kai Potter, 5, was too busy to answer any questions about how ... Read more.
Peabody want to start a discussion about school start times
PEABODY — As controversy surrounds a plan for new school start times in Boston, school committee members in Peabody assured parents they’ll get plen... Read more.
Tough times call for Item Santa
The holiday season can be especially tough for single parents. Times only get tougher and tighter when that single parent has a disability or medical emergency.... Read more.
Peabody decides not to be too taxing
PEABODY — Property tax rates are going up, but will remain among the lowest in Essex County. The City Council approved a split tax rate that will see resi... Read more.
Peabody council seeks more information on purchase plan
PEABODY — Details on the mayor’s request to buy a building near City Hall will be discussed at a City Council meeting Thursday. But one councilor qu... Read more.
A Lynnfield selectman poured cold water on the fire chief’s request for an admin
LYNNFIELD — A full-time administrative clerk would take pressure off a lieutenant in charge of much of the department’s paperwork, according to Fire... Read more.
Peabody man pleads guilty to larceny and money laundering
SALEM — The former head of the Making a Difference in Peabody Foundation pleaded guilty to larceny and other charges Tuesday in Salem Superior Court. S... Read more.