The Marblehead Independent is a reader-powered newsroom devoted exclusively to Marblehead. Launched in 2025, it was created with a simple goal: to deliver consistent, contextual and in-depth reporting that reflects the town's unique character and priorities.
At its core, the Independent is about fostering continuity in a media landscape where coverage often feels fleeting. Residents have made it clear they value journalism that remembers past promises, tracks ongoing issues and follows up on what matters most. Whether it's late-night Select Board meetings, zoning debates, leadership changes or tributes to lives well lived, the Independent draws from tips shared at local spots like Crosby’s or Front Street, in inboxes and through everyday conversations. This isn't just news — it's a shared record that builds on the community's collective memory and trust.
What the Independent covers
- Town government and Select Board decisions
- Public schools, budgets and leadership
- Elections, zoning and public safety
- Arts, culture and Marblehead history
- Local opinion, letters and when it matters, editorials
Stories are reported directly, clearly and independently, without corporate backing, national ad networks or generic templates — just journalism tailored to the town and its people.
Why it exists
The Independent was founded on the belief that Marblehead deserves dedicated, rooted coverage rather than occasional drop-in reporting. It connects the dots across stories, providing the backstory and follow-through that help residents stay informed and engaged. This is a commitment to the community, sustained by those who call Marblehead home.
A newsroom shaped by the community
Accuracy, fairness, independence and respect guide every story, with accountability flowing directly to the readers who rely on this work. The Independent thrives when residents participate, turning it into a true reflection of town life.
Readers can:
- Send letters to the editor that add perspective to civic debates
- Share announcements and reminders through the Independent Notebook
- Contribute essays, op-eds and columns on local experiences and opinions
- Submit news tips that spark unique reporting
- Ask questions about Marblehead’s government, neighborhoods or culture through Ask the Independent
By sharing voices, stories and questions, the community helps journalism grow from within. The Marblehead Independent welcomes community submissions.