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Mowing the rail trail
From now through Friday, Oct. 4, town crews will be mowing along the rail trail and access may be limited or even closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Temporary closures and detours will be posted, or a police detail will be present to direct travel.
“See alternate routes when possible. Stay clear of work area, take extreme caution and follow directions if traveling near mowing operation,” read an announcement from the town.
Miles for Mary announces events to support brain cancer research
Miles for Mary, a Marblehead nonprofit dedicated to brain cancer awareness, announces two upcoming events to support treatment research:
— 5K Run/Walk: Oct. 19 at Devereux Beach. Pre-registration $30; race day $35.
— Research seminar: Nov. 4 at Eastern Yacht Club. Registration $60.
The organization honors Mary Park of Marblehead, who died from glioblastoma in 2012. Since 2013, Miles for Mary has raised $700,000 for brain cancer research at Mass General Cancer Center.
Funds support Dr. Elizabeth Gerstner’s work, which organizers said showed promising results in shrinking brain tumors. According to organizers, over 25,000 new brain cancer diagnoses are expected this year; glioblastoma has a 6.8% five-year survival rate.
For more information, contact Bill Park, wpark05@gmail.com or Nate Walton, nywalton@gmail.com
Marblehead Select Board seeks volunteers
The Marblehead Select Board seeks volunteers for various town committees and commissions. Current openings include:
— Cable Television Advisory Committee: Three vacancies, one-year terms.
— Conservation Commission: One vacancy, three-year term.
— Design Review Board: One vacancy, three-year term.
— Fair Housing Committee: One vacancy for alternate member, three-year term.
— Marblehead Cultural Council: Four vacancies, three-year terms.
— Marblehead Community Access and Media, Inc.: One vacancy, three-year term.
— MBTA Advisory Board: One vacancy, one-year term.
— Task Force Against Discrimination: Two vacancies, one-year terms.
The board encourages applicants to attend a meeting of their chosen committee and contact the chair for more information. Interested residents should submit a letter of interest and resume to the Select Board at Abbot Hall, 188 Washington St., or email wileyk@marblehead.org.
The Agency to launch new office in Marblehead
The Agency, a global real estate brokerage, is launching an office in Marblehead on Sept. 17, marking its latest expansion in the Northeast. The new location will be led by Managing Partner Michael Cannuscio, who brings over 20 years of real estate experience to the role.
The Marblehead office will serve the local market and broader Eastern Massachusetts region, including Boston and Cape Cod.
Cannuscio, who has lived and worked in Marblehead for nearly 25 years, is excited about bringing The Agency’s services to the community. “Marblehead’s blend of historical charm, beautiful coastal properties and active lifestyle makes it a unique market,” he said.
The new office will be located at 72 Front St.
Board of Health runs out of COVID-19 tests
The Board of Health announced it has run out of free, at-home COVID tests for residents. It’s not known yet if or when more tests will be available. For more information, contact the Health Department at 781-631-0212 or health2@marblehead.org.
Household hazardous waste collection
The Health Department has announced its next Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 4-7 p.m. at the Transfer Station. Marblehead and Swampscott residents are welcome to bring items including paint, lighter fluid, motor oil, anti-freeze, furniture polish, swimming pool chemicals and propane tanks. For a full list, call the Health Department at 781-631-0212 or visit marblehead.org.
LWV promotes voting with lawn signs
The League of Women Voters of Marblehead is distributing lawn signs to encourage voter participation in upcoming elections. The signs read “Vote! Democracy is Counting on You.” They include a QR code linking to the LWVM’s Defending Democracy webpage with voting and election information. “Your vote is your voice,” said Bonnie Grenier, a representative of LWVM. The presidential election is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Signs are available for $10 each. Interested individuals can email lwvmarblehead@gmail.com for more information. The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan organization, promotes political responsibility through informed citizen participation in government. Membership is open to all.
