Marblehead town planner tenders resignation, departure set for Dec. 12
He departs after roughly a year of service as the community’s first hire under a reorganized planning structure focused on long-range priorities.
Will Dowd
I started my full-time reporting career in Marblehead in 2012 and have failed spectacularly at leaving. Now I cover the town through The Independent, following its people and stories with the curiosity that makes this place impossible to quit.
Preservation champions, volunteers recognized at OMIA annual gathering
A program highlighted local projects that safeguard historic sites and bolster neighborhood services.
Rec and Park, public get first look at Reynolds Park design concepts
Neighbors evaluated two proposals for the Green Street sports complex featuring a covered rink, upgraded field and revised traffic flow, all supported by a $3 million bequest.
Evening of piano and chamber music at St. Andrew’s
On Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m., audiences from Marblehead and neighboring communities are invited to an evening of expressive piano and chamber music at St. Andrew’s Church, located at 135 Lafayette St. in Marblehead. The free concert, with donations gratefully accepted, features works by Beethoven, Liszt, Rachmaninoff,
Star of the Sea to hold Christmas concert Dec. 7
The internationally acclaimed New England Brass Band, an award-winning 30-piece ensemble, will present a festive holiday concert at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, located at 85 Atlantic Ave. in Marblehead. Scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, from 2-4 p.m., the performance promises rollicking and frolicking tunes designed
Low bid for MHS roof project comes in $2M below budget
A recent cost review shows the campus improvement effort is progressing with sizable savings driven by intensely competitive contractor offers.
UU Church to debut first-ever ‘Chocolate’ Red Bow Fair
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Marblehead will put a new twist on its long-running holiday tradition with its first-ever “Chocolate Red Bow Fair” on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 28 Mugford St. Organizers say the fair has been “chocolatetized” for 2025, beginning with
Marblehead takes center stage in Ken Burns’ ‘The American Revolution’
Glover’s Regiment emerges as a focal point in the series, illustrating how its seamanship enabled Washington’s forces to survive repeated 1776 crises.
Five Corners redesign advances as traffic panel receives road maintenance update
The town has hired a consultant using state and local funds to craft concept designs, with a yearlong planning process and multiple public meetings starting with business owners.
Food drive at VFW Post 2005 sees surge in donations
Marblehead Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2005 hosted its second annual food drive for the Marblehead Food Pantry, drawing what organizers described as an overwhelming public response. Commander Ronny Knight said the turnout reflected a growing commitment between the post and the community. “This benefit is part of our Community
Town hears divergent views on Coffin School future at listening session
Officials heard competing ideas for redeveloping the Turner Road parcel, where options ranged from elder housing to open space and municipal uses.
Fraser & Haas to close Me&Thee fall season Nov. 21
Me&Thee Music will wrap its fall 2025 season with a performance by acclaimed Scottish fiddle-and-cello duo Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas on Friday, Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. Fraser, described by The Scotsman as “the Michael Jordan of Scottish fiddling,” and Haas, a Juilliard-trained cellist, have spent
LETTER: A night of gratitude and community: Marblehead honors our heroes
On behalf of the Marblehead Wreaths Across America team, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who joined and supported our event held on November 12th at The Beacon Restaurant and Bar. It was a truly special evening, one that reminded us of the power of community,
COLLEEN’S GARDEN: Those darn bunnies!
Simple fencing formed into custom enclosures can shield vulnerable shrubs from wildlife that climb atop packed snow in colder months.
Rotary unveils Holiday Pops signature artwork at reception
The gathering also launched the group’s annual fundraiser, which supports scholarships and local initiatives through sales of note cards, raffle entries and concert tickets.
Former Marblehead state rep joins Boston University to lead journalism initiative
Ehrlich will direct effort to strengthen local news after spearheading legislative commission on news deserts.