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24 Aug

OBITUARY: Bruce Paul Bolen, 77

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Bruce Paul Bolen, DMD, a fondly regarded and highly respected dentist to several generations of the Marblehead community passed away on Aug. 16, 2026 at the age of 77. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Bruce was the third child of the late Earl and Olga (Carraro) Bolen. Growing up with his brother James, his sister Judy and a large extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins in Chicago and later in Westfield, New Jersey, Bruce had an insatiable curiosity for everything life had to offer and…

23 Aug

OBITUARY: Ruth Kemelman Rooks

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Ruth Kemelman Rooks passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026, surrounded by her family. Ruth was born in Boston, the eldest daughter of author Harry Kemelman and local icon Anne (Kessin) Kemelman. She moved to Marblehead as a teenager, and after college and brief stays in New York City and Delaware with her husband, George, she settled back on the North Shore, where she felt most at home. Ruth was a wonderfully talented artist who shared her love and enthusiasm for art with students…

21 Aug

DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS: Cook pursues nursing career

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Submitted by Nancy Marrs Olivia Cook always had an aptitude for science and after excelling in AP environmental science and anatomy and physiology classes at Marblehead High School, she enrolled at Connecticut College and majored in biological sciences with a minor in psychology. She also pursued a set of courses and experiences in the Public Health Pathway program. Cook worked hard at school, was challenged by courses in statistics, general chemistry and microbiology, and she valued the lab component of her academics that gave her…

21 Aug

OBITUARY: Eugene F. Brennan, III, 68

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Eugene Francis Brennan III, known to those who loved him as "Geno" or "Gene," was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend. Known for his strength, Geno battled early onset Alzheimer’s for 11 years. He was with family and friends in his final days and peacefully passed away on Aug. 15, 2026 at the age of 68. Perhaps born with a mustache, Geno grew up in Worcester. He attended UMass Amherst, where he majored in food science and, more importantly, met the love…

21 Aug

OBITUARY: Steven J. Dugas

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Steven J Dugas, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026, with loved ones at his side. Son of Edward and Ethel Dugas of Attleboro, (both deceased) he is survived by his sister, Lynne Richer, and brother-in-law, Matthew Richer; and their children, Adam Richer, along with Greg Richer and wife Jena Richer and their children Ignacio and Fionn. He is also survived by his dear friend Jocelyn Oliver, along with many other friends and colleagues. Burial and funeral services are private for family…

19 Aug

NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT: Step inside the Marblehead Food Pantry

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The following is an interview with Marcy Schwam, board president of Marblehead Food Pantry, conducted by Discover Marblehead. The Marblehead Food Pantry has been serving the community since 1991, providing food to Marblehead residents facing food insecurity. Powered by dedicated volunteers and supported through the generosity of local donors, businesses, schools and organizations, the Food Pantry ensures that no neighbor has to face hunger alone. To learn more or donate, go to marbleheadfoodpantry.org. Marcy Schwam runs the Marblehead Food Pantry. COURTESY PHOTO Tell us about…

19 Aug

LETTER: Why is the ElderAct garden being targeted?

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To the editor: I’m not sure why we keep having issues with theft and damages to the ElderAct garden.So far, vegetables were taken on July 4th, as well as our hose being damaged. Today as we checked for ripe veggies to deliver to elderly housing ,we found two large table size outdoor umbrellas have “disappeared.” These were donated to us by the Lobster Shanty last year and due to rain and wind we had not put them in place. I’m aware that police patrol the…

18 Aug

LETTER: Why I’m running for the Governor’s Council

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To the editor: As we approach the September 1 Democratic primary, I wanted to share with voters why I decided to run to be your next Governor's Council. As I’ve traveled across the 20 communities that make up our Governor’s Council district (which stretches from here in Marblehead to Somerville and Cambridge), the first question I get when I talk with voters is, what is the Governor’s Council? It’s the right question to ask. The Governor’s Council is the elected body in Massachusetts that confirms…

18 Aug

LETTER: Town Charter update

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To the editor: The Marblehead Town Charter Committee has submitted materials to the select board and concluded its work on drafting a preliminary town charter document. The submitted Draft C is a working draft, intended as a baseline document for the select board to use as it considers next steps in the charter process. A submitted executive summary includes an overview of the charter committee's work, suggested next steps for the select board, and a timeline. These materials will be available on the town web…

18 Aug

LETTER: Markey vs. Moulton debates

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To the editor: On Aug. 3, Sen. Edward Markey met Rep. Seth Moulton for the second of three televised debates in advance of the Democratic primary. If you have not taken the time to tune in, I urge you to do so for the third debate which will occur on Aug. 20. Why? Because the major take-away from the confrontation could not be learned from the printed transcripts or from reports of the debate. Despite a few points of conflict, the political positions of the…