It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Robert Alan Sanford (born Isador Strulovici) beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather who died peacefully on January 12 at the age of 97. Born on August 11 in Botosani, Romania, Bob, the son of Josef and Tzvia
Jane Anne Allen, 89, of University Place, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 27 in University Place after a very brief illness. She was born on July 26 in Mitchell, South Dakota, and is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Margaret Mary Smith and her sister,
Laurel Ann (Burkinshaw) McDonough of Marblehead passed away peacefully on Dec. 29. Born in 1940 in Lynn to James Leo Burkinshaw and Anna Burkinshaw, Laurel was the youngest of four girls. She attended St. Joseph’s and St. Mary’s in Lynn. She then attended Chandler School in Boston and
Joseph Leo Brophy (91), of Marblehead, passed away on Monday, Jan. 5 at the Residence at Vinnin Square in Swampscott. Born in Boston, Joseph was the son of the late Mary (Dwyer) and Joseph C. Brophy. Joe grew up in Hyde Park and attended Boston College High School, graduating in
To the editor: I’m writing this in response to your piece on the new Hanson-Milone Safe Boating Act. It’s not going to change anything and will only prove to be another layer of bureaucracy that will only feed itself rather than serve the public good. As a matter
A Marblehead tradition for the last 18 years and a Scottish one since 1801, Burns Night will be celebrated again at The Landing restaurant on Thursday, Jan. 15. Robert Burns, the Scottish poet, songwriter and music collector, lived in the second half of the 18th century and wrote more than
Joan (Colt) Hooper was imposing—in stature, in talent and in grace, a woman of gentle good humor. For all of her 96 years she enthusiastically loved her family, her friends and her dogs. She was an energetic artist, who shared her skills with others and continued to challenge herself
Joseph Carpineto, age 55, of Marblehead passed away unexpectedly on Monday December 22. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 22 years, Sherri (Levy) Carpineto, his most adored and cherished sons Harrison and Will Carpineto and his mom Joann Carpineto. He also leaves behind an abundance of loved family and
To the editor: As the year comes to a close, the ballot question committee Yes for Marblehead created for the July special election must close out the year and dissolve as an organization as required by law. One option for the ballot question committee is donating the remainder of its
Anne (Hammond) Khatchadurian, 86, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 12. She was the daughter of Ralph and Mary Margaret (Brady) Hammond. She was a true Marblehead townie. She was born and raised in town, graduating from Marblehead High School in 1957. She lived for 10 years in
Families clustered along Old Town’s narrow ways, sharing the small moments that have long defined this seasonal gathering.
A coordinated effort between the Chamber, Select Board, police and DPW kept closures, staging and parade logistics running smoothly for businesses and residents.
Leslie Ann Stucke, 66, of Marblehead, MA died peacefully in her sleep on October 28, 2025. Born in Marblehead’s Mary Alley Hospital on November 5, 1958, to John and Priscilla (Mock) Stucke, Leslie was a true “Marbleheader.” Leslie was diagnosed at a very young age with cerebral palsy, but
Kenneth Stuart MacAskill, age 90, of Marblehead passed away peacefully on Monday November 24. He was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy Spellman MacAskill, in 2015 after sharing 58 great years of marriage. Born on January 29 at Franklin Street Mary Alley Hospital, he was the son of the late Kenneth
To the editor: TL;DR – Please donate, we need the money. The last few years have been tough for all nonprofit organizations, but the arts have been particularly hard hit. Some grants and other types of funding have been eliminated while the competition to secure others has become fierce. The
Get our free local reporting delivered straight to your inbox. No noise, no spam — just clear, independent coverage of Marblehead. Sign up for our once-a-week newsletter. To the editor: As a member of the Marblehead Select Board, I want to address the recent article published on Nov. 24, which reported