Eight possible outcomes, two gates: Marblehead’s override faces Town Meeting before it faces voters
A June 9 override could permanently lift the levy ceiling, with the largest package adding $1,782 by Year 3 for a typical single-family property.
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Tucker urges Marblehead families to take underage drinking seriously
Parents who allow underage drinking in their homes risk criminal charges, including possible jail time and fines reaching $2,000, officials told residents at a public forum.
Marblehead police badge carries ‘Spirit of ‘76’ into Revolution 250
The temporary uniform change honors seafaring soldiers under Col. John Glover, whose crews helped save Washington’s army during key retreats and crossings.
TO THE EDITOR: Officials urge prom and graduation safety
To the editor: Dear Marblehead High School students, parents, guardians, faculty and community members: As prom and graduation season approaches, Marblehead Public Schools, the Marblehead Police Department and the Essex County District Attorney’s Office are joining together to ask every family and every student to make safety the priority.
TO THE EDITOR: 'I have decided not to seek reelection,' writes Singer
To the editor: As the nomination papers for the upcoming town election are finalized, I am writing to share with my fellow Marblehead residents that I have decided not to seek reelection to the Select Board. Serving the people of Marblehead has been one of the greatest honors of my
Schaeffner joins Select Board race as Fox eyes School Committee comeback
Voters now face races shaped by budget strain, lost grant access, reduced services and pressure to resolve housing law compliance.
TO THE EDITOR: Thank you Marblehead community for supporting Jackson Weiss on wish day
To the editor: As the proud chief executive officer of Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island, I witness beautiful acts of kindness and generosity on nearly a daily basis. And still, there are times when I am blown away by the goodness of humanity. Sunday, March 29, in Marblehead was one
PHOTO ESSAY: Signs of spring in Marblehead
Warmer days draw residents outdoors as gardens stir, boats return and harborside paths fill with walkers after a long winter.
OBSERVER CORPS REPORT: Marblehead Municipal Light Commission – March 31, 2026
LWVM Observer: Maggie Smist Members in Attendance: Jean Jacques Yarmoff, Michael Hull, Simon Frechette, Matt Harrington and Adam Smith John Blair, general manager Call to Order at 4:02 p.m. Land acknowledgment read. There was one question from the public about an issue in Revere where there was an
Marblehead Museum debuts Revolutionary War walking tour
The Marblehead Museum will launch its Road to Independence Walking Tour on Friday, April 17 at 7 p.m. with additional sessions Saturday, April 18 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tour guide Jarrett Zeman will lead participants through sites tied to Marblehead's role in the
Sustainable Marblehead to open nine homes for green tour May 2
Sustainable Marblehead will host its third annual Green Homes Tour on Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a self-guided look inside nine local homes that showcase energy-efficient upgrades ranging from insulation and high-performance windows to heat pumps and solar panels. Five properties are new
S&P affirms Marblehead's AAA bond rating, shifts outlook to negative
The action comes as officials weigh a three-part override plan worth $9 million to $15 million, plus a separate trash ballot question for June.
Marblehead Rec and Park Commission advances rink and turf field plans in 4-1 vote
The decision sends a $3.6 million first stage toward Select Board review, using a bequest that has grown since 2018 to replace an aging Green Street facility.
TO THE EDITOR: Support for Marblehead Council on Aging
To the editor: Every day more than 11,000 Americans turn 65. We all have a right to age strong. The Marblehead Council on Aging is an integral part of empowering the older adults of our community to age well and enrich their lives. One-third of the Marblehead population are
TO THE EDITOR: Democrats should resist impeachment focus
To the editor: As Democrats’ odds of retaking both houses of Congress rise, the temptation to impeach Donald Trump will rise with them. Rank-and-file Democrats should firmly resist such temptations. Instead, ask primary candidates and elected officials to commit to three things: constrain the president wherever possible, investigate and hold
TO THE EDITOR: Driftwood Garden Club: We oppose APL closure
To the editor: The Driftwood Garden Club (Driftwood Garden Club) wishes to express its sincere disappointment that closing or partially closing the Abbot Public Library (Abbot Public Library) is even being considered as an option to balance the town budget. Due to our long-term partnership with the library, we can