Day: May 13, 2024

LETTER: ‘The Spirit of ’76 marches forwards, not backwards’

LETTER: ‘The Spirit of ’76 marches forwards, not backwards’

To the editor: At Town Meeting on Tuesday night, someone mentioned the founders would be turning in their graves if they heard of Marbleheaders acquiescing to the will of the state; I dispute this notion entirely. If the founders were indeed restless in anger, it would be a result of the cowardice of many in this town amidst the winds of change. If the Marbleheaders of old were so concerned with keeping everything “as is,” then we would have opted to remain colonial subjects of…
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Town conducts hydrant flushing

Town conducts hydrant flushing

The Water Department is conducting its annual hydrant flushing, which may cause discolored water in the mornings. The work is done 12-7 a.m. and will continue through May 17. Crews are beginning at the Swampsctt and Salem borders and heading to the downtown area. You may notice wawter flowing from some hydrants during the day, which is part of the process. If residents experience discolored water, run cold water only in the kitchen sink until it runs clear, approximately 20 minutes. Refrain from using hot…
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