Business - Marblehead Current

24 Mar

Local businesses weigh future as Chamber narrows focus

Leigh BlanderBusiness, Nonprofit corner, Top Stories

After the March 5 announcement by the Marblehead Chamber of Commerce that it is “restructuring” and narrowing its focus, local business owners say the shift could reshape how merchants collaborate, promote downtown and advocate for shared concerns. Mud Puddle Toys on Washington Street has been part of the Chamber for years. “We enjoyed the Christmas Walk and other town-wide events like Sidewalk Sales,” said Cassie Sturdivant, owner of the toy store. “Some of these were very successful. Recently, the Chamber appears to have found these…

22 Mar

News in brief: MHS freshman picks up top honor and more

Leigh BlanderArt, Business, Community Resources, Education, Environment, Local News

The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to lblander@marbleheadnews.org.By Leigh Blander MHS freshman off to Nashville Marblehead High School freshman Dounia Peters-Abbadi recently had a successful trip to the Business Professionals of America 60th State Leadership Conference in Southbridge — on multiple fronts. Dounia Peters-Abbadi COURTESY PHOTO Peters-Abbadi received a Massachusetts Merit Scholar Award and finished in the top three for her event, “Human Resources Management,” which means she will compete at BPA’s national conference in Nashville in May. Even though…

17 Mar

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Get to know Glover Property Management Inc.

Submitted ContentBusiness, Columns, Discover Marblehead, Opinion

The following is an interview with Jennifer Tripp, commercial office leasing specialist with Glover Property Management Inc. conducted by Discover Marblehead. Glover Property Management has long been part of Marblehead’s real estate and rental landscape, offering dedicated property management services for both residential and commercial spaces. As a family-owned company serving the area since 1983, their experienced team manages a diverse portfolio that includes everything from studio apartments and waterfront homes to office spaces and HOA properties. To learn more about their services and spaces…

11 Mar

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Get to know Nurture Massage & Wellness

Submitted ContentBusiness, Discover Marblehead

By Melissa Stacey The following is an interview with Becky Brandt LMT, owner of Nurture Massage & Wellness LLC, conducted by Discover Marblehead. Dedicated to supporting relaxation, healing and overall well-being, Nurture Massage & Wellness offers a range of personalized services including therapeutic massage, prenatal massage, Reiki and holistic treatment. With a focus on creating a calm and welcoming environment, their experienced team helps clients slow down, recharge and feel their best. They are located on South Street in Marblehead, and serve all of the…

10 Mar

Town administrator to reveal override scenarios Wednesday

Leigh BlanderAbbot Public Library, Business, Education, Health, Marblehead Public Schools, Municipal Matters, Top Stories

Much-anticipated figures are now in from Group Insurance Commission, the state-backed insurance plan the town uses to purchase employees’ health insurance. The increase for fiscal year 2027 will be 11%, down from the 15% feared earlier but not as low as recently hoped. “Pretty much the same,” Marblehead Finance Director Aleesha Benjamin wrote in an email to the Current Saturday night about the final impact. “No real change.” That means the town’s projected $7.7 million deficit will likely not decrease significantly. Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer…

08 Mar

LETTER: A message to the community from the Marblehead Chamber of Commerce

Submitted ContentBusiness, LETTERS, Opinion, Top Stories

For more than five decades, the Marblehead Chamber of Commerce has proudly served the town of Marblehead and its vibrant business community. Since the 1960s, the Chamber has worked to promote local commerce, strengthen community ties and celebrate the unique character that makes Marblehead so special. Over the years, the business landscape has evolved dramatically. The rise of the internet, the growth of online retail and national “category busters,” the shift to social media marketing, economic downturns and most recently the challenges of COVID-19 have…

26 Feb

As snow piles up, sales slide; Marblehead businesses feel the freeze

Leigh BlanderBusiness, Top Stories

More than 60 inches of snow have blanketed Marblehead this winter — more than triple last year’s total — and while the drifts are slowly melting (or being dumped in the harbor), the financial impact on local businesses is still piling up. From Atlantic Avenue to Pleasant Street and Washington Street, shop owners say weeks of snow-choked sidewalks, narrowed roadways and missing parking spaces have kept customers home. For some, the downturn comes on top of economic uncertainty, tariffs and rising costs. “This winter has…

11 Feb

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Learn about Tranquil Transitions

Submitted ContentBusiness, Discover Marblehead

Learn about Tranquil Transitions Lyndsey Rynk with her children. COURTESY PHOTO By Melissa Stacey The following is an interview with Lindsey Rynk, veterinarian and Owner of Tranquil Transitions, conducted by Discover Marblehead. Tranquil Transitions offers compassionate in-home pet euthanasia services, allowing families to say goodbye to their beloved companions in the comfort and familiarity of home. Their approach is focused on reducing stress for both pets and their people during a deeply emotional time, providing care tailored to each family’s needs. Learn more about their…

03 Feb

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Learn more about Music Together of Salem/Marblehead

Submitted ContentBusiness, Discover Marblehead

The following is an interview with Teresa Coelho, director and teacher of Music Together of Salem/Marblehead, conducted by Discover Marblehead. Coelho teaches music and movement classes for children from birth to the age of 5 years old, and the adults who love them. The Marblehead classes are held at the UU Church of Marblehead at 28 Mugford Street. To learn more, go to musictogethersalem.com.Tell us about Music Together of Salem/Marblehead. I started teaching the Music Together program in the fall of 2006. The short answer…

22 Jan

Marblehead coffee roaster brews up ‘Wake with Drake’ blend honoring Patriots QB

Leigh BlanderBusiness, Sports, Top Stories

Marblehead-based Bond Coffee Roasters is out with a new blend in honor of New England Patriots rookie quarterback — and emerging fan favorite — Drake Maye. The coffee, called Wake with Drake, is meant to fuel Patriots fans heading into the Super Bowl — and the early mornings that come after it. The release follows Stellwagen Beer Company’s recent debut of Love the Drake Lager. Bond Coffee of Marblehead has released a new blend, Wake with Drake. COURTESY PHOTO “We saw the beer and thought,…