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1 MA Town Among Money’s 50 Best Places To Live
There is a college in this Massachusetts community, but locals will surely tell you it's more than just a college town.
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Salem, MA|News|
No Easy Fix: Swampscott To Spend Millions To Help Clean Beaches
A 90-minute presentation detailed the capital plans to fix sewer pipes to clean water at Fisherman's and King's beaches.
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What Are The Best Ways To Get Cash Out Of Your Home?
Your home is a valuable asset, one that carries with it various opportunities for you to borrow against it throughout your lifetime.
Waltham, MA|News|
The Story Behind New Waltham Lighting Display At 103 CityPoint
The building now features an LED display turning the façade into a digital canvas. Here's how it came together.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
'Unsustainable': Salem Class Sizes, Prep Time Focus Of Negotiations
The School Committee issued a statement saying tentative agreements were reached on curriculum changes and school supplies.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
'Aggressive' Swampscott Beach Cleanup Efforts To Be Detailed To Board
Town Administrator Sean Fitzgerald said plans to spend $90 per year in rate increases on King's and Fisherman's will be on the Board agenda.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
4 Questions With Chandreyee Lahiri Ahead Of We Are Waltham Event
The local storytelling event is scheduled for Friday, marking the first show of 2024. Here's what to expect from the series this year.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Funding Dispute Threatens Annual Black Negro Election Day Events
Salem United, Inc. founder Doreen Wade told Patch that city restrictions may force the cancellation of the city's state holiday observation.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
'Path Foward': Swampscott Hawthorne Forum Follows Rocky Library Reveal
The May 16 public forum will solicit feedback on the project and the proposal for a new library at the oceanfront location.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
Split Swampscott Select Board Vote Spreads Out $2.1M ARPA Funding
The Select Board voted 3-2 on Wednesday to spend the remaining $2.1 in town federal funds on 10 different initiatives.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Tewksbury, MA|News|
Tewksbury Select Board Approves YMCA Programming Contract
The YMCA will operate programming out of the recreation center beginning next month.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Boston Restaurants Helping Marathon Runners Carbo-Load Before Big Race
Boston restaurants hope to help marathon runners load up on carbs before the 128th Boston Marathon with pasta specials and more.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts|News|
Taylor Swift-Themed Bill Filed To MA House Budget
The bill contains nods to dozens of Swift's most famous songs, highlighted in capital letters.
Cailin Loesch, Patch Staff
Braintree, MA|News|
Free Coffee, Breakfast For Braintree Teachers Amid Budget Debate
The future of some Braintree teachers is uncertain as the school budget sits in limbo. Breakfast? Not so cloudy thanks to a generous local.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
'Beverly Is A Destination': Erin Truex Talks Main Streets Mission 2024
New Executive Director Erin Truex spoke with Patch about new ways Beverly Main Streets is looking to support downtown small businesses.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Falmouth, MA|News|
Surplus Falmouth Police Shotguns Will Be Destroyed
More than 25 surplus shotguns will be destroyed rather than traded in for fair market value, officials said. Here's what to know.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Major Beverly Library Renovation Voted Down: City Council
The City Council voted 5-3 against the administration's request to authorize $10.8 million in city funds on an HVAC overhaul and other work.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Renewed Dispute Between Essex Sheriff, ICE Officials On Detainers
For the second time in a week, the Essex Sheriff's Office issued a statement refuting an ICE media release.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly City Council To Consider Property Tax Exemption Expansion
City Councilor Brendan Sweeney said the proposal would "effectively double" the exemptions available to seniors, veterans and the disabled.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
'Things Are Tight': Salem Schools Budget Proposal Set For Monday Night
Superintendent Steve Zrike will present a budget to the School Committee that he said includes some position "trades" and "swaps."
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
Peter Spellios Thanks Staff Ahead of Swampscott Select Board Departure
The nine-year Select Board member is not on the ballot for re-election for the April 30 annual town election.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
Waterfront Library Proposed For Swampscott Hawthorne Property
The design, which could cost an estimated $30 million, will be subject to more public input in what could be a decade-long project.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
