Goloboy retires as MHTV director after decades of chronicling Marblehead life

Goloboy retires as MHTV director after decades of chronicling Marblehead life

Colleagues describe a collaborative leader who set expectations clearly while allowing staff autonomy, fostering long-term loyalty and creative growth.

By · April 3, 2026
The Honey Badgers, Dan Pallotta share Me&Thee stage Oct. 17

The Honey Badgers, Dan Pallotta share Me&Thee stage Oct. 17

Me&Thee Music will host a split-bill concert Friday, Oct. 17, featuring Delaware folk/Americana duo The Honey Badgers and musician and social activist Dan Pallotta. The Honey Badgers, known for their harmonies and onstage chemistry, were named No. 1 “Most Wanted” at the 2023 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival

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Marblehead’s new rescue boat to hit the harbor this November

Marblehead’s new rescue boat to hit the harbor this November

A new 31-foot fire and rescue vessel is expected to arrive at Marblehead Harbor in early November, bringing enhanced emergency response capabilities to the waterfront. It will be named the Stacey Clark, like its predecessor. The $589,000 aluminum Munson Marine Packcat tri-hull, built in Burlington, Washington to harbormaster specifications,

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Marblehead police charge juvenile in high school graffiti incidents

Marblehead police charge juvenile in high school graffiti incidents

A 15-year-old Marblehead High School student has been charged in connection with two incidents of hateful graffiti found on school property this week, police said Wednesday. Police said graffiti discovered Monday and Tuesday included a racial slur and antisemitic symbols. The incidents were immediately addressed by school administrators and School

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Three female foster kittens need homes

Three female foster kittens need homes

Three female foster kittens named Dewey, Ripper and Bat are still seeking permanent homes through the Marblehead Animal Shelter. Adoptions are held at 44 Village Street, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945. Hours are Tuesday 6-8 p.m., Friday 5-7 p.m., Saturday noon-5 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m. Call 781-631-8664

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Sustainable Marblehead launches free energy coaching program

Sustainable Marblehead launches free energy coaching program

Sustainable Marblehead, a volunteer-driven community organization dedicated to reducing carbon emissions and waste, has launched a new Energy Coaching Program to help Marblehead residents make their homes more energy efficient and climate-friendly. The program connects residents with trained, local volunteer energy coaches who provide free, one-on-one guidance on clean energy

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Veteran fundraiser Amy Gingle joins Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA board of directors

Veteran fundraiser Amy Gingle joins Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA board of directors

Amy Gingle of Marblehead, a nonprofit fundraising professional with nearly 20 years of development experience, has been named to the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA board of directors, board chair Pat Milner announced. Gingle is a senior director at the Orr Group, a full-service fundraising consulting firm. She previously worked as

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OBSERVER CORPS: Board of Health — Sept. 30, 2025

OBSERVER CORPS: Board of Health — Sept. 30, 2025

LWVM observer: Tom Krueger Members in attendance: Andrew Petty, Tom McMahon, Dr. Tom Massaro, Dr. Amanda Ritvo Approval of minutes: The board approved minutes from meetings held July 10, July 22 and Aug. 13. Community health assessment Dr. Tom Massaro reported progress on the Community Health Assessment Marblehead, or CAHM.

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Household hazardous waste collection day set for Oct. 8

Household hazardous waste collection day set for Oct. 8

The towns of Marblehead and Swampscott will host a joint Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Marblehead Transfer Station, 5 Woodfin Terrace, with access via Green Street. The event allows residents to safely dispose of materials such as

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Miles for Mary to return Oct. 18 with 5K race for brain cancer research

Miles for Mary to return Oct. 18 with 5K race for brain cancer research

Two upcoming events in Marblehead will honor Mary Park and support innovative brain cancer research. The annual “Miles for Mary” 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 18, at Devereux Beach. Registration costs $30 in advance via milesformary.com or $35 on race day, which opens at 9 a.

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Marblehead Animal Shelter to mark National Cat Day

Marblehead Animal Shelter to mark National Cat Day

The Marblehead Animal Shelter will observe National Cat Day on Wednesday, Oct. 29, to raise awareness of cats in need of permanent homes. The shelter, located at 44 Village St., is highlighting adoptable cats including Braveheart, Carmello, Flower and Travis. Adoption hours are Tuesday 6-8 p.m., Friday 5-7 p.

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