School Committee approves MHS roof project's $8.97M contract, Select Board vote next
The low bid from Homer Contracting came in well under the construction budget, following a unanimous recommendation from the subcommittee earlier in the week.
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Christmas Walk schedule approved, launching Marblehead’s holiday season
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. The Select Board on Wednesday signed off on the full schedule for the 54th annual Marblehead Christmas Walk — authorizing decorations, traffic plans
The forgotten story of Marblehead's cod trade
Researchers highlight a long-running maritime link connecting North Shore communities with Bilbao, revealing archival material that reshapes regional history.
Computers 101: Thinking inside the box
What's inside the box? You might feel like it’s unnecessary to know how the inside of a computer works, but just as I’m a fan of the Dummies books, I’m also a believer in knowing at least the basics of how something functions. That way,
Abbot Public Library to host program on eco-friendly lawn alternatives
Abbot Public Library and Sustainable Marblehead will host "Transition Your Lawn: Plant Hope," a December program designed to show residents how small landscape changes can support healthier ecosystems. The event focuses on shifting from manicured turf lawns to environmentally beneficial yard practices. According to the announcement, the program
Knitters Boutique Sale & Holiday Open House
The knitters’ group at the Marblehead Council on Aging will be selling its wares at the Community Center from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 1 through 5. Get an early start to your holiday shopping! Lots of hats, scarves, shawls, baby blankets, etc. All proceeds go to the Friends
Planning Board gets progress report on MBTA zoning redo
Members also reviewed required adjustments to local accessory unit rules following recent guidance from state officials.
Select Board opens 2026 warrant, Town Meeting venue outstanding
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. Marblehead residents gained their first official opening Wednesday to shape the agenda for next spring's annual Town Meeting, as the
TO THE EDITOR: Declining housing doesn't eliminate the burden, it exports it
To the editor: At the recent Coffin School listening session, several abutting residents asked some variant of why they should have to bear the burden of residential development on the site. This framing, that housing is a burden, was also widely present during the town's debate over 3A
Coffin School proposals reveal details behind Harborlight’s 40-unit plan and competing town submissions
Agencies outline land-use preferences ranging from burial capacity to energy storage, highlighting broad demand for the limited town-owned property of about three acres.
Marblehead’s climate ambitions stymied by MBTA zoning noncompliance
Officials learned the proposal cannot unlock promised aid until local zoning aligns with state law.
Marblehead police earn top marks in state accreditation review
The recognition follows an intensive evaluation that examined training, oversight systems and readiness for complex incidents.
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.
OBSERVER CORPS REPORT: Board of Health – Nov. 10, 2025
Hybrid meeting – recorded LWVM observer: Tom Krueger Members in attendance: Marblehead Director of Public Health Andrew Petty, Tom McMahon, Dr. Tom Massaro, Dr. Amanda Ritvo CAHM Massaro reported that the survey end date will be Nov. 16, 2025 and all the promotion that could have been done was. The most
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.