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# Marblehead Current

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- [Town will let schools access $350K in energy reserve funds, but only for one more year](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/22/town-will-let-schools-access-350k-in-energy-reserve-funds-but-only-for-one-more-year/) - In a heated meeting Thursday morning, Marblehead Finance Director Aleesha Nunley-Benjamin emphasized that the school district will have access to $350,000 in town energy reserve funds for fiscal year 2024, easing concerns about more layoffs in the district. Nunley-Benjamin, who started in Marblehead this spring, told the Finance Committee that she was shocked to learn
- [School Committee chair 'shocked' by town budget announcement that could lead to more layoffs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/21/school-committee-chair-shocked-by-town-budget-announcement-that-could-lead-to-more-layoffs/) - The Marblehead School Committee and the district are dealing with a bombshell announcement late Wednesday that the town may not be able contribute the full $350,000 expected toward school energy costs in fiscal year 2024 because there may not be enough funds available. The town also notified the schools that it has to charge back
- [Marblehead boys lacrosse, baseball players receive top NEC honors](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/22/marblehead-boys-lacrosse-baseball-players-receive-top-nec-honors/) - As the high school sports seasons wrapped up recently with championship games from Worcester to Amherst, the Northeastern Conference announced its all-star awards in specific sports, and it is no surprise that the 18-0 Marblehead boys lacrosse team dominated the postseason conference honors. Cronin, Wilkens earn top NEC lacrosse awards All-American Connor Cronin, the school’s
- [Marblehead relay foursome wraps up spring with new school record](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/22/marblehead-relay-foursome-wraps-up-spring-with-new-school-record/) - The Marblehead High girls 4x100 relay team was absolutely a force to be reckoned with this spring, according to coach Nolan Raimo, capping their sterling season by winning the State Division 3 Meet with a school-record-breaking time of 49.85. The previous best of 51.60 was established in 2013. The quartet then came in fourth in
- [EDITORIAL: Pride, not prejudice](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/28/editorial-pride-not-prejudice/) - As Pride Month draws to a close, we have much to celebrate, but we also recognize the need to avoid complacency. Early this month, ’Headers came together at Abbot Hall to welcome in the month with speeches, comradery and the now annual raising of the pride flag. As we previously reported, one of the featured
- [OBITUARY: Katie (Katherine) Neumann](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/22/obituary-katie-katherine-neumann/) - April 15, 1965-Jan. 22, 2023 Katie Neumann, a longtime resident of Lynnfield and Marblehead, was laid to rest at Forest Hill Cemetery in Lynnfield on Flag Day. Katie passed away peacefully at the Treasure Coast Hospice House of Stuart, Florida. Katie was a loving Down syndrome adult who brought joy and smiles to everyone she
- [Marblehead voters reject $2.5M general override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/20/marblehead-voters-reject-2-5m-general-override/) - Marblehead voters turned down a proposed $2.5 million general override on Tuesday, extending a nearly two-decade trend of rejecting permanent tax increases beyond the annual state-mandated cap of 2.5%. The general override failed on a vote of 3,399 to 2,992 and comes after weeks of passionate debate in the community. The measure was intended to
- [Schools superintendent lists staffing, program cuts without an override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/03/22/schools-superintendent-lists-staffing-program-cuts-without-an-override/) - At a School Committee public hearing March 21, Superintendent of Schools John Buckey outlined a long list of staffing and program cuts that will be necessary under a reduced services budget if voters don’t approve a Proposition 2 1/2 override. “No one wants to make these cuts,” Buckey said. “We don’t want to eliminate freshman
- [Changes coming to School Committee amid budget crisis](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/20/changes-coming-to-school-committee-amid-budget-crisis/) - Voters sent two familiar faces to the School Committee, as the district is forced to cut 30-plus positions and several programs with the failure of the tax override. Jenn Schaeffner (a former School Committee member) and former Glover School Principal Brian Ota beat incumbent Sarah Gold and Paul Baker. Schaeffer won 3,052 votes and Ota
- [LETTER:  Weighing in on pride flag controversy](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/19/letter-weighing-in-on-pride-flag-controversy/) - To the editor: To my beloved community, I've been reading comments from community members about the Pleasant Street Pre-School and their landlord, the Grace Community Church, pertaining to the removal of Pride flags placed by the Pre-School's owner, Michael Richmond. It breaks my heart to see this escalating. I hope the following may be useful
- [FROM OUR FOUNDERS: A birthday to remember](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/21/from-our-founders-a-birthday-to-remember/) - It is not often that I get the chance to wish a one-year-old "Happy Birthday." As an octogenarian, our little ones are graduates now, either from high school or college. So here goes: HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY MARBLEHEAD CURRENT. It was on June 16, 2022 that we launched our online news site that is the predecessor
- [LETTER: Library foundation raises $175K, grateful for community support](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/21/letter-library-gala-raises-175k-grateful-for-community-support/) - To the editor: On behalf of the Abbot Public Library Foundation's (APLF) Board of Directors, I want to thank this paper, the attendees, sponsors, and the community of Marblehead for so generously promoting and supporting the inaugural library gala hosted by APLF, and held at the Thompson Estate in Marblehead on June 16. The event
- [LETTER: 'A fabulously successful spring gala'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/21/letter-a-fabulously-successful-spring-gala/) - To the editor: Thank you to the Abbot Public Library Foundation (APLF) directors for a fabulously successful spring gala on Friday, June 16, which raised over $175,000 toward a $2 million campaign for technology enhancements and infrastructure maintenance for the library's permanent location at 235 Pleasant Street. Thank you to everyone for the generous contributions!
- [In health board race, McMahon claims resounding victory](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/20/in-health-board-race-mcmahon-claims-resounding-victory/) - Newly elected Board of Health member Tom McMahon said he did not know what to expect heading into the June 20 election. But the message the town's voters sent could not have been clearer. McMahon's vote total of 2,937 exceeded the combined total of the two other candidates vying to succeed outgoing chairman Todd Belfbecker,
- [Conversations on Race: 'Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/20/conversations-on-race-yesterday-today-and-tomorrow/) - The Marblehead Racial Justice Team will host its next Conversations on Race event on Monday, June 26, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the Marblehead Museum, 170 Washington St. The theme of the meeting will be "Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow." MRJT founders will talk about why they started the group and why they stay involved. Participants will
- [Marblehead voters head to polls to decide tax override, candidate races](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/20/marblehead-voters-head-to-polls-to-decide-tax-override-candidate-races/) - Marblehead voters are heading to the polls today, June 20, deciding a $2.5 million permanent tax override, along with several hotly-contested races for Select Board, School Committee, Board of Health and more. Override supporters say the tax increase is necessary to fund dozens of town positions in the schools, public safety and public works, along
- [EDITORIAL: The future of local news is nonprofit](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/21/editorial-the-future-of-local-nws-is-non-profit/) - Two weeks ago, some of the Marblehead Current team traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with representatives of hundreds of local news outlets, financially configured like we are, as 501(c)(3) “public good” or charitable organizations. The two-day gathering, convened by the Institute for Nonprofit News (INN), was an opportunity to learn from one another. It
- [Charter School students show off their smarts at exhibition ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/22/charter-school-students-show-off-their-smarts-at-exhibition/) - Marblehead Community Charter Public School held its 25th annual Exhibition of Student Learning on Wednesday, June 14. Family and friends were invited to walk through the school and explore dozens of projects created and presented by the students. This year’s event was the first full-school exhibition since before COVID. That’s partly why the school chose
- [Marblehead Little Theatre alum wins Tony award, makes history](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/19/marblehead-little-theatre-alum-wins-tony-award-makes-history/) - Members of Marblehead Little Theatre got a special treat watching the Tony Awards the other night when one of their former performers, Alex Newall, won the Best Featured Actor award for their role in the musical “Shucked.” “We’re so happy and so thrilled to be a tiny part of their story,” MLT Board President Julie
- [Current Events: Marblehead's best bets June 21-28](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/20/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-june-21-28/) - An evening of big band hitsThursday, June 22, 7 p.m. Marblehead tenor Matt Arnold and his 11-piece band The New England Yankees will perform live at the Warwick Cinema. Come hear classics by Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Rudy Vallee, Frank Sinatra and more. thebeaconmarblehead.com/special-events Great Gatsby: An American MusicalBegins Friday, June 23Marbleheader Fred Anthony Marco wrote
- [Marblehead Little Theatre is one of New England’s oldest community theatre groups](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/22/marblehead-little-theatre-is-one-of-new-englands-oldest-community-theatre-groups/) - By Melissa Stacey The following is an interview with Marblehead Little Theatre at 12 School St., conducted by Discover Marblehead. To learn more about MLT’s upcoming shows and workshops, go to mltlive.com Tell us about Marblehead Little Theatre and how it got started. In the fall of 1954, Terry Hale became the chair of the
- [PAWS & CLAWS: Pengsoo a ‘gentle giant’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/22/paws-claws-pengsoo-a-gentle-giant-2/) - BREED: Tuxedo SIZE: Large AGE: Adult SEX: Male Pengsoo is named after a popular penguin character in South Korea. He came to the Marblehead Animal Shelter via a veterinary hospital that took him in as a stray. If you love big cats, then he is the cat for you, according to a shelter volunteer, who
- [Marblehead fire chief blazes new trail](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/21/marblehead-fire-chief-blazes-new-trail/) - When Salem State University seniors crossed the stage to collect their diplomas on May 20, there was a very familiar face in the crowd. Fire Chief Jason Gilliland accomplished something no other Marblehead fire chief has done when he earned a bachelor’s of fire science and administration that day. And it only took him 30-plus
- [LETTER: Advocating for accountability, zero-based budgeting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/letter-advocating-for-accountability-zero-based-budgeting/) - To the editor: I am writing to express my strong support for Jenn Schaeffner as a school committee candidate in the upcoming elections. Jenn brings a refreshing perspective and a commitment to fostering transparency, accountability, and responsible financial management within our educational system. In these times of ever-increasing budgetary constraints, it is crucial to have
- [LETTER: Baker would bring level-headedness, open mind](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/letter-baker-would-breing-level-headedness-open-mind/) - To the editor: We're writing in strong support of Paul Baker for the School Committee. In a time when discord seems to reign over meaningful discourse, Paul brings a level-headedness and an open mind to any situation in which he is involved. This doesn't mean that he's afraid to voice his opinion, however, nor does
- [LETTER: Karin Ernst 'best individual' for Rec and Parks Commission](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/letter-karin-ernst-best-individual-for-rec-and-parks-commission/) - To the editor: I am writing to urge the people of Marblehead to support Karin Ernst as the best individual for the Parks and Recreation Commission. Karin is a dedicated member of our community, and I have had the pleasure of working with her both in my professional life and as a member of our
- [LETTER: Paul Baker is the real deal](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/letter-paul-baker-is-the-real-deal/) - Our town has been roiled recently by controversies, mostly played out in the new town square of social media, that reflect larger societal conversations regarding education, personal freedoms and transparency in government. This new 'platform' for civil society has brought positive change: we can easily access information and engage in civic life without leaving our
- [LETTER: Vote Homan, Burke for Light  Commission](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/letter-vote-homan-burke-for-light-commission/) - To the editor: After reading some of the letters in support of Ms. Lisa Wolf and Mr. Adam Smith, I feel the need to respond to some of the comments put forth by their fellow members of Sustainable Marblehead, which at best is embellishment, if not outright falsehoods. Let's start with the fact that Mr. Smith was
- [MY MARBLEHEAD FIRST TIME:  A more hospitable garden spot](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/22/my-marblehead-first-time-a-more-hospitable-garden-spot/) - Growing up on a farm back home, in addition to the commercial operation, we raised a garden. Not your typical garden, either, with a few tomato plants, a carrot patch, maybe some cucumbers. This garden was an operation, laid out with precision by my mom to encompass a good half-acre of food production. There were
- [EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY: My rabbi](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/21/everything-will-be-okay-my-rabbi/) - I never met a Jewish person until I attended Boston College in the mid-1980s. Rural Connecticut where I grew up was pretty homogenized, various protestant churches outnumbering our Catholic parish four to one. And all I knew of interfaith differences was that my mom’s family wouldn’t attend her wedding to an Episcopalian. I know it’s
- [LETTER: Town wrapped arms around refugees](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/17/letter-thank-you-marblehead/) - To the edtior: Last April we were asked if we would host a Ukrainian refugee family who had recently arrived in Lynn after fleeing Kyiv. Like many others, we were horrified by the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, and the opportunity to share our home with Oxana and her five-year old son Artem was something
- [Peaceful protest outside Grace Community Church after pride flag controversy](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/18/peaceful-protest-outside-grace-community-church-after-pride-flag-controversy/) - More than 150 people stood in the rain for a peaceful protest across from Grace Community Church on Sunday morning, waving pride flags and handmade signs, singing gospel songs and calling for more tolerance in Marblehead. “As a gay woman, when discrimination raises its head in a small town, people aren’t going to put up
- [OBITUARY: Johanna H. van Lookeren Campagne](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/17/obituary-johanna-h-van-lookeren-campagne/) - Johanna Henriette “Joan” van Lookeren Campagne passed away at home on June 9, a few months after her 90th birthday. Born and raised in the town of Bussum in The Netherlands, she immigrated to the United States at the age of 20 with her husband, Willem. They lived in Beaver, Pennsylvania, where they started a
- [Police log, June 6-14: Officer irons out dispute at laundromat](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/17/police-log-june-6-14-officer-irons-out-dispute-at-laundromat/) - Excerpts from the Marblehead police log of Tuesday, June 6 through Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Consistent with state law, Marblehead Police have adopted a policy of not providing to media outlets reports related to incidents related to domestic violence, juveniles and matters that remain under investigation. Tuesday, June 6 6:05 a.m. A private investigator was
- [VIDEO: Marblehead boys lacrosse coach John Wilkens, staff open up to the players after bitter loss in state semifinal game](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/15/video-marblehead-boys-lacrosse-coach-john-wilkens-staff-open-up-to-the-players-after-bitter-loss-in-state-semifinal-game/) - The Marblehead High boys lacrosse team (21-1, seventh seed) has seen enough of the South Shore after two long bus rides in a space of just three days to play in a couple of more Division 2 state tournament games. They definitely know pretty much every mile marker on Route 3, 6 and 18, while
- [LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Standing on the side of love](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/17/letter-to-the-editor-standing-on-the-side-of-love/) - To the editor: An open letter to the Grace Community Church and Marblehead townspeople: I am writing today as a disheartened individual and community member. We are all aware of anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment, violence and legislation rising across the country; however, I’m deeply dismayed to see this happening in our own community. I’m writing today as
- [NEW: Grace Church spray-painted with graffiti after pride flag controversy](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/new-grace-church-spray-painted-with-graffiti-after-pride-flag-controversy/) - Marblehead Police are investigating graffiti spray-painted on the side of Grace Community Church overnight Friday, days after a controversy erupted when a man who runs a preschool in the building posted a video of church members removing gay pride flags. One church member can be heard on the video saying, "We're a church that believes
- [Superintendent: Now is not the time for raise or contract extension](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/superintendent-now-is-not-time-for-raise-or-contract-extension/) - Superintendent John Buckey started the June 15 School Committee meeting saying he would not accept a contract extension or raise, if offered, because his focus is on Tuesday's $2.5 million override vote that will help fund the schools and other town departments. "I want to state unequivocally that all of us — the School Committee,
- [OBITUARY: Rufus Leonard Titus Jr.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/obituary-rufus-leonard-titus-jr/) - Aug. 2, 1933 - May 31, 2023 IN BETWEEN.... Rufus grew up on Pond Street in Marblehead and attended public schools, graduating from Marblehead High School in 1951. He served in the U.S. Army and graduated from Boston University in 1957. As part of his continuing education, he completed proficiency courses in municipal finance and
- [OBITUARY: Mathew C. Cornell ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/obituary-mathew-c-cornell/) - Mathew C. Cornell passed away on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, at 11:09 a.m. at his home in South Paris, Maine. He was a graduate of Marblehead High School, Class of 1984 and went to the College of Boca Raton where he graduated with a degree in mortuary science. He went on to help in the
- [LETTER: Voting for Baker, Gold in June 20 election](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/16/letter-voting-for-baker-gold-in-june-20-election/) - We would like to express our excitement and gratitude to Paul Baker for stepping up to run for school committee. Paul will bring a level of experience to the School Committee that we find to be invaluable. From previously owning a small local business to his vast experience as Head of Devereux and Devereux@Waring to
- [Music, poetry, passion at Juneteenth celebration](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/15/music-poetry-passion-at-juneteenth-celebration/) - Marblehead High School students of color shared their visions of a "world with justice" at the town's third annual Juneteenth celebration and flag raising on June 14. More than 100 people gathered on the Abbot Hall lawn for the event. "A world with justice looks like being able to check social media without seeing another
- [PAWS & CLAWS: Pengsoo a ‘gentle giant’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/15/paws-claws-pengsoo-a-gentle-giant/) - BREED: Tuxedo SIZE: Large AGE: Adult SEX: Male Pengsoo is named after a popular penguin character in South Korea. He came to the Marblehead Animal Shelter via a veterinary hospital that took him in as a stray. If you love big cats, then he is the cat for you, according to a shelter volunteer, who
- [Marblehead Select Board OKs 'pride sidewalk'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/15/marblehead-select-board-oks-pride-sidewalk/) - Marblehead is set to join a growing list of Bay State communities that celebrate LGBTQ+ pride through public art. The Select Board unanimously gave the green light for the Marblehead Cultural Council to paint the progressive pride flag with an assortment of well-known symbols denoting love, peace and good fortune in the heart of Marblehead. The
- [Parents, businesses support preschool after church removes pride flags](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/parents-businesses-support-preschool-after-church-removes-pride-flags/) - The Marblehead Pride Committee along with some parents and local businesses are rallying to support the Pleasant Street Preschool after members of Grace Community Church removed gay pride flags put up by the preschool’s owner Michael Richmond, who is gay and rents classroom space in the church. Richmond’s partner is a teacher in the preschool.
- [Armini, Singer testify on safety of EV charging stations](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/armini-singer-testify-on-safety-of-ev-charging-stations/) - Marblehead Select Board member Alexa Singer got an up-close look at the network of electric vehicle charging stations in Massachusetts last fall, and the professional pilot and aviation educator came away horrified. “Imagine unlocking your car, getting out in the pouring rain with an umbrella as there is no shelter overhead, you have your credit
- [ELECTION 2023: Marblehead to decide divisive override on Tuesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/election-2023-marblehead-to-decide-divisive-override-on-tuesday/) - Marblehead has not voted to raise its property taxes beyond a state-mandated cap of 2.5% annually in nearly two decades, and the $2.5 million override on the June 20 ballot is dividing neighbors. Last month, a group of citizens formed the “Vote Yes for Marblehead” Committee to promote the override. “As residents, taxpayers and parents,
- [NEW: School Committee won't discuss superintendent's contract at meeting after all](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/new-school-committee-drops-superintendents-contract-from-agenda/) - School Committee member Sarah Gold tells the Current she has rescinded her request to add a discussion about Superintendent John Buckey's contract to the June 15 School Committee meeting — the final meeting before the town votes on a $2.5 million override to fund the schools and other town departments. Gold, who is up for
- [NEVER FORGET: Marblehead honors fallen firefighters in Sunday sevice](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/never-forget-marblehead-honors-fallen-firefighters-in-sunday-ser/) - The Marblehead Fire Department, local officials and residents observed Firefighters Memorial on Sunday June 11 morning with a 15-minute ceremony at the Waterside Cemetery firefighters’ memorial plot. This annual observance, staged in communities nationwide, pays tribute to firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty. Fire Chief Jason Gilliland emphasized that the ceremony serves
- [Teacher faces 'personal attack' on social media over gender/sexuality vocabulary lesson](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/13/marblehead-teacher-faces-personal-attack-on-social-media-over-sexual-identity-lesson/) - Veterans School Principal Matt Fox sent an email to parents today alerting them to what he called a "personal attack" on a teacher who was named and tagged in an anonymous post on a local social media page over a lesson on sexuality identity. "This post and many very hurtful comments were linked directly to
- [The wizarding family of Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/the-wizarding-family-of-marblehead/) - Long ago, in the early 1700s, a retired ship’s captain named Edward Dimond lived at the foot of Old Burial Hill, in a house still known as the Old Brig. He was called Wizard Dimond, and many people believed, as he did himself, that he had special powers. The Wizard often wore a large cape
- [See what's coming to the Farmers' Market](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/see-whats-coming-to-the-farmers-market/) - Shoppers at the Marblehead Farmers’ Market on Saturday, June 17, can expect to find spring crops including lettuce, spinach, garlic scapes, mushrooms, strawberries, kale, peas, carrots, broccoli and a variety of salad and cooking greens. Farmers will also have plants, cut flowers, eggs, pork, honey and more.Farms featured this week are Anything Grows, Middle Earth
- [After three decades, rabbi steps down with memories, optimism](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/after-three-decades-rabbi-steps-down-with-memories-optimism/) - One of the longest-serving faith leaders in Marblehead history, Rabbi David J. Meyer is retiring from Temple Emanu-El this month after serving there for 31 years. His advice to his successor? “Continue building on the strength of this inclusive, joyful community and have the courage to try new approaches,” Meyer said. “And make sure you
- [Abbot Library hosts Summer Reading Kickoff ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/13/abbot-library-hosts-summer-reading-kickoff/) - The Abbot Public Library hosted its first Summer Reading Kickoff on Saturday, June 10, featuring live music, ice cream, community partners and a book sale. “The Summer Reading Kickoff is all about sharing the love of reading with kids,” Library Dir. Kimberly Grad told the Marblehead Current at the event. “We know that when kids
- [EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY: Seeing green](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/everything-will-be-okay-seeing-green/) - Last week, I had one of those days that was so hectic I couldn’t stop to go to the bathroom. My eyes had been glued to a computer screen for hours, and I was getting frazzled. I needed a break. I’ve worked out of a home office since March of 2020, first driven by COVID,
- [Glover’s Regiment is looking for new recruits](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/glovers-regiment-is-looking-for-new-recruits/) - Glover’s Marblehead Regiment is looking for a few good men — and women and even children.The 250 th anniversary of the U.S. Navy is bearing down, and Glover’s Regiment is getting ready to celebrate the key roles it played in those early days of the Navy’s formation and the Revolutionary War.“We want to start publicizing
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets, June 14-21](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-june-14-21/) - Current Events spotlights exciting happenings in the coming week. If you’d like to contribute a listing, please email Current associate editor/senior reporter Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org. Jazz at the ArtsThursday, June 15, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Enjoy this jazz club experience at the Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St., with pianist Alex
- ['We are asking for your compliance.' Delay in enforcement of leaf blower ban](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/we-are-asking-for-your-compliance-delay-in-enforcement-of-leaf-blower-ban/) - Town Meeting approved a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers from Memorial Day to Labor Day and added penalties for scofflaws, so what should citizens do if they see someone violating the new law? Nothing, for now.The penalties passed at last month’s Town Meeting need to be approved by the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office which could
- [LETTER: Burke's dedication is unparalleled](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/letter-burkes-dedication-is-unparalleled/) - To the editor: I have known Nate Burke for more than 50 years since our days in school and sailing together competitively. Nate's dedication to our town is unparalleled. He is always there for the right causes, including ones that fly below the radar. He has quietly helped many families and simultaneously been visible in
- [LETTER: A hard pill to swallow](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/letter-a-hard-pill-to-swallow/) - I understand very well the hesitation to give the town more money in the wake of the financial mismanagement of the past decade. Marblehead has one of the lowest real estate tax rates in Essex County, yet we enjoy full-town services despite this fact. By using free cash to keep the tax rate low, we
- [LETTER: Gold deserves another term](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/letter-gold-deserves-another-term/) - To the Editor: We'll be supporting Sarah Gold for reelection to the School Committee, and we encourage our neighbors and friends in Marblehead to do the same. One of the things that we need more of in our schools is access to counseling professionals for our kids, and as parents we know that Sarah, a
- [LETTER: To override or not to override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/letter-to-override-or-not-to-override/) - To the editor: On June 20, you have a big decision on Question 1 – to override or not. Marblehead is out of cash to just maintain the level of services we have now. We complain about the cost of deferred maintenance and unmet park and rec and cemetery needs. Our town workers see the
- [LETTER: Jenn Schaeffner is 'a proven leader'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/letter-jenn-schaeffner-is-a-proven-leader/) - We clamor for bold, fearless leadership to establish, define and navigate through the complexities of local government. In every conversation and every opportunity, it is evident Marblehead seeks authentic leaders who are unafraid to reinforce accountability for both individual and collaborative efforts. Bold Leaders who develop mechanisms to monitor, evaluate and report; who scrutinize, collaborate,
- [LETTER: Adding to the Glover property conversation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/letter-adding-to-the-glover-property-conversation/) - To the editor: It is interesting in the current reporting and discussions around the General John Glover property that General Glover’s perhaps most significant contribution to history, that of putting together the first integrated regiment made up of European colonists, Native Americans, and African Americans, doesn’t get a mention. Integrating was perhaps the only way
- [LETTER: Shift the Select Board's balance of power](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/letter-shift-the-select-boards-balance-of-power/) - To the editor: There's a tremendous opportunity to shift the current balance of power on our Select Board by voting for incumbents Erin Noonan and Alexa Singer (in addition to Bret Murray). After a string of 3-2 decisions over the past many months, Noonan and Singer remain in the minority on virtually every vote that
- [LETTER: Why I am running for Marblehead Light Commission](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/letter-why-i-am-running-for-marblehead-light-commission/) - I’m Nate Burke and I writing to let voters know why I am running for the Marblehead Light Commission. My three tenents are safety, reliability and affordability. It is important to have patience as the town transitions to meet our goal for zero carbon emissions in 2040. Although this transition has no quick fix, as
- [Marblehead laxmen advance to Final Four after beating host Nauset, 13-9](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/12/marblehead-laxmen-advance-to-final-four-after-beating-host-nauset-13-9/) - It might be a long trip back home to Marblehead, but that bus ride will be anything but quiet after the Marblehead boys lacrosse team (21-0, seventh seed) took care of the second-seeded Nauset Warriors (17-4) in a Division 2 Elite 8 game on Nauset's Eastham campus, 13-9, Monday afternoon, June 12. But before the
- [EDITORIAL: Rites and wrongs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/editorial-rites-and-wrongs/) - Behind the scenes at the Current as last week drew to a close, we could not help but be struck by the juxtaposition of two annual local rites of spring — one that, without fail, draws the community together, and the other that seems to be tearing it apart more than usual. The first, of
- [I BEG TO DIFFER: 'They' are us](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/i-beg-to-differ-they-are-us/) - It’s election season, so lawns are littered with campaign signs and Facebook pages are littered with claims that “they” have made a mess of things, so let’s vote “them” out. Since Marblehead has the first general override question since 2005 on the ballot as well, those “us vs. them” cries are even louder than usual.
- [Westfield halts great ride as Marblehead baseball's season ends in Sweet 16](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/westfield-halts-great-ride-as-marblehead-baseballs-season-ends-in-sweet-16/) - After upsetting fourth-seeded Hopkinton in the Division 2 Round of 32 state tournament, the Marblehead Baseball Magicians (7-6 in the Northeastern Conference, 12-8 overall in the regular season, 2-1 in the postseason) went a little bit further west to play a Sweet 16 game against the Westfield Bombers (13-8, 20th seed) at Bullens Field on
- [SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE: Safe Routes to School honors Glover](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/superintendent-update-safe-routes-to-school-honors-glover/) - Good people of Marblehead Public Schools: Tonight [Friday, June 9] is graduation! This is our opportunity to honor the Marblehead High School Class of 2023 and to celebrate the culmination of the Marblehead Public Schools experience. Tonight at commencement, I will talk about MPS aspiring to be the gold standard in public education and how
- [Marblehead decathlete Hersey finishes fifth in North, seventh in state](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/marblehead-decathlete-hersey-finishes-fifth-in-north-seventh-in-state/) - Marblehead High junior boys track star Alex Hersey finished fifth in the Massachusetts State Track Coaches Association North Decathlon held over two days on June 5 and 6 in Weston. Hersey accumulated 5,495 points, which is the second most in school history. The first day featured the 100, shot put, high jump, long jump
- [Challenged by weather, Magicians show their mettle at All-State Meet](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/challenged-by-weather-magicians-show-their-mettle-at-all-state-meet/) - It was a successful two days for the Marblehead High spring track athletes during the annual All-State Championship Meet at Fitchburg State University on June 1 and 3. Leading the way for the Magicians once again was the girls 4x100 relay team of Ava Machado, Cate Trautman, Sadie Halpern and Le’Daisha Williams, and freshman distance
- [Marblehead girls lax seniors provide lessons that should last](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/marblehead-girls-lax-seniors-provide-lessons-that-should-last/) - There’s no doubt that the many young players on the Marblehead High girls lacrosse team (2-6 in the NEC Dunn Division, 6-7 in the NEC, 6-13 overall) have grown up considerably as varsity players while experiencing all aspects of the sport on this level. But they will never forget their first state tournament game against
- [Belmont, Masco eliminate Magicians tennis teams](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/belmont-masco-eliminate-magicians-tennis-teams/) - The Marblehead High boys tennis team (16-4, ninth seed) had to wait a day before playing its Sweet 16 match against host Belmont (13-7, eighth seed) on June 7. Unfortunately, the young Magicians ended up losing to the host team, 5-0, but not before they put up a terrific fight, according to coach Elisabeth Foukal.
- [Marblehead boys lacrosse heads to the Cape Monday to face host Nauset in Elite 8 game  ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/08/marblehead-boys-lacrosse-advances-to-the-elite-8-after-doubling-up-milton-in-the-sweet-16/) - The Marblehead High boys lacrosse team recorded its 20th straight win this spring to remain perfect on the season after upending Milton (10-10), the 23rd seed, 16-8 in a Division 2 Round of 16 state tournament game at Piper Field on June 8. The Magicians, the seventh seed, are scheduled to head to the Cape
- [ENDING THE STIGMA: These three things may be sabotaging your commitment to self-care](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/ending-the-stigma-these-three-things-may-be-sabotaging-your-commitment-to-self-care/) - According to a recent KFF/CNN survey, nearly one-third of U.S. adults reported feelings of anxiety and depression in February 2023. And 90% of U.S. adults believe that the country is facing a mental health crisis. Now more than ever we are encouraged to take care of our mental health and well-being. We are given the
- [For Brook, road to Grammy-winning songwriting career began in music-filled Marblehead home](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/for-brook-road-to-grammy-winning-songwriting-career-began-in-music-filled-marblehead-home/) - Growing up in a house filled with music doesn’t always lead to a Grammy Award-winning songwriting career, but for Marblehead native David Brook that’s exactly what happened. Brook's career has taken him to New York City and his current home of Los Angeles where he has written songs for Eminem, One Republic, Charlie Puth, Keith
- [MLT set to make musical history with 'Gatsby' premiere](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/14/mlt-set-to-make-musical-history-with-gatsby-premiere/) - “I live 75 yards from the stage door of the MLT,” says Fred Anthony Marco, who wrote the book and lyrics for “The Great Gatsby: An American Musical,” which has its world premiere on Friday, June 23, at Marblehead Little Theatre. “It was not planned, but you got to pay attention to fate.” Living adjacent
- [LWV OBSERVER CORPS: Disabilities Commission, June 8](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/lwv-observer-corps-disabilities-commission-june-8/) - BOARD: Disabilities Commission DATE: June 8 (hybrid) LWVM OBSERVER: Nancy Powell MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Laurie Blaisdell, Dee Cuffe, Brigitte Duffy, Amy Hirschkron (remote), Samantha Marino (remote), Andrea Mountain (remote) MEMBERS ABSENT: Cheryl LaLonde, Ed Lang GUESTS PRESENT: Pamela Daly (remote) Kyle Wiley (remote) Member updates The commission welcomed Brigitte Duffy as its newest member. Over
- [LWV OBSERVER CORPS: Task Force Against Discrimination, June 1](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/lwv-observer-corps-task-force-against-discrimination-june-1/) - BOARD: Task Force Against Discrimination DATE: June 1 (via Zoom, not recorded) LWVM OBSERVER: Shari Pressman MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Helaine Hazlett, Deacon John Whipple, Chris Buell, Scott Marcus, Candice Sliney, Reece Dahlberg, Diane Gora, Kim Gubelman Update on Marblehead Police Department Chief Dennis King couldn’t attend in person but left a message for Hazlett. No
- [LWV OBSERVER CORPS: Light Commission, May 30](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/11/lwv-observer-corps-light-commission-may-30/) - BOARD: Municipal Light Commission DATE: May 30 LWVM OBSERVER: Maggie Smist MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Jean Jacques Yarmoff, Michael Hull (chair), Simon Frechette, Adam Smith, Lisa Wolf, General Manager Joe Kowalik GUESTS: From Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company, Justin Connell, director of energy markets; Zoe Eckhart, sustainable energy products rep Meeting called to order at 4:01
- [School Committee evaluates superintendent, will discuss contract right before election](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/08/school-committee-evaluates-superintendent-will-discuss-contract-extension-right-before-election/) - ***This story has been updated to remove the word "extension" from the characterization of the discussion about Superintendent Buckey's contract discussion planned for June 15. The School Committee may discuss extending Buckey's contract, giving him a raise or changing terms of the package. The story is also updated to include comments from School Committee Vice
- [CLASS OF 2023: The valedictory address](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/09/class-of-2023-the-valedictory-address/) - The following is the full text of the Class of 2023's valedictory address written and delivered by Yasen Kadiyski Colón. Ladies and gentlemen, faculty, family and friends, School Committee, and members of the Class of 2023: Today, we stand at the pinnacle of our academic journey, the culmination of years of hard work, dedication and
- [In Marblehead, diplomas conferred on Class of 2023, town bids Bauer farewell](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/10/in-marblehead-diplomas-confered-on-class-of-2023-as-town-bids-bauer-farewell/) - Sometimes, it’s for the best. Class President Lucy Sabin “broke up” with Marblehead High School before a sea of hundreds of families, teachers and friends in the school’s field house during commencement exercises on Friday evening. "I've had these feelings for a while now, and I think it's time I tell you, dear Marblehead High
- [LETTER: Select Board's brewery vote disappointing](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/10/letter-select-boards-brewery-vote-disappointing/) - To the editor: Did you know between 2010 and 2021 there was over a 500% increase in small-scale, craft breweries? New England is home to more than 600 craft breweries, the Commonwealth accounting for just over 200 including brewpubs, farm breweries and manufacturers. The North Shore touts well over 20 breweries — Salem with two
- [LETTER: Voting for Schaeffner and YES on 1!](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/10/letter-voting-for-schaeffner-and-yes-on-1/) - To the editor: I have had the distinct honor of working with Jenn Schaeffner to advocate for our schools. Jenn is always honest, does her due diligence, asks questions, and never makes excuses. While there have been topics I have debated with Jenn, I have always felt she listens to my point of view, is
- [Marblehead Current launches override calculator](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/09/marblehead-current-launches-override-calculator/) - Marblehead voters head to the polls on June 20 to approve or reject a $2.5 million permanent override and elect many town leaders. It has been 18 years since Marblehead has approved a general override. Launching today within its comprehensive Election Guide, the Marblehead Current is including an override calculator which allows residents to input
- [Current launches its comprehensive Election Guide](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/05/31/current-launches-its-comprehensive-election-guide/) - Marblehead voters head to the polls on June 20 to approve or reject a $2.5 million permanent override and elect many town leaders. The Marblehead Current has got you covered with its comprehensive Election Guide that features up-to-date information on the override question and races for Select Board, School Committee, Board of Health, Recreation and
- [Red carpet memories: MHS seniors wow the crowd as they head to prom](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/09/red-carpet-memories-mhs-seniors-wow-the-crowd-as-they-head-to-prom/) - More than 250 Marblehead High School seniors walked the red carpet to awaiting coaches that took them to their senior prom at the House of Blues in Boston on June 6. Graduation is June 9 at 6 p.m. Friends, family and other members of the community gathered at the school to snap photos of the
- [CLASS OF 2023: See what’s next for Marblehead’s graduates](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/09/class-of-2023-see-whats-next-for-marbleheads-graduates/) - Where are Marblehead’s 2023 graduates headed after receiving their diplomas? The Marblehead Current posed that question to Marblehead High School guidance counselor Christine Chaykowski, and her answer was eclectic. Some students have decided to take a gap year, enter the military and/or employment. Others are going on to receive on-the-job training or trade-school training. A
- [Smooth spring sailing returns for Marblehead Fishwagons with new coach, regular weekly races around Greater Boston](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/09/19868/) - For the first time in three years, the Marblehead High Fishwagons sailing team enjoyed a complete schedule of races as an independent squad. The Fishwagons are roughly among 40 high school sailing teams competing in the state, and most are participating as independents after the pandemic wiped out their regularly scheduled races since 2020. There’s
- [LETTER: Becker has ‘a known track record of civility’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/09/letter-becker-has-a-known-track-record-of-civility/) - Dr. David Becker, with his 18 years of experience on the Board of Health, has a known track record of civility, being able to work with others collaboratively, and making good decisions for the benefit of the Town. As we all know, especially from our experience of the past few years, Public Health Emergencies can
- [EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE OKAY: We’re gonna make it after all](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/07/everything-is-going-to-be-okay-were-gonna-make-it-after-all/) - Last week we bade farewell to an iconic television character and series, “Ted Lasso.” It felt sadder to me than such endings usually do. Trying to figure out why, a Google search turned up this: “Ted Lasso: the top 11 characters ranked by their amount of heart,” noting the show had “tapped into the human
- [OBITUARY: Marjorie B. Penni, 90](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/08/obituary-marjorie-b-penni-90/) - Marjorie Penni, 90, of Boxford, Massachusetts, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023, from complications of an ongoing illness. Her sons were with her at the time of her passing. She was the wife of Joseph Penni, who had predeceased her in 2020. Joe and Marge had been married for 68 years. Born in 1932
- [OBITUARY: Andrea B. Gleason](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/08/obituary-andrea-b-gleason/) - Andrea B. Gleason, 42, of Marblehead passed away peacefully on June 4, 2023, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of Joel P. Gleason and Elise M. Gleason, both of Marblehead. Andrea was the dear sister of Joel P. Gleason Jr. and Randall B. Gleason. Andrea grew up
- [PLAYING THE GAME: ‘78 was more than a year…](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2023/06/08/playing-the-game-78-was-more-than-a-year/) - That expression for “a little bit of everything” — “everything but the kitchen sink." The year 1978 was a little of everything for me... including four kitchen sinks. More about the sinks when I get into the significant events that made ’78 for me a little of dis, some of dat, a kick in the
- [BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Meet Marblehead Custom Jewelry](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/08/business-spotlight-meet-marblehead-custom-jewelry/) - The following is an interview with Steven Manchini, co-owner and jeweler of Marblehead Custom Jewelry. Marblehead Custom Jewelry is a local studio located at 66 Washington St. Specializing in custom jewelry design, in-house gemstone cutting and expert repairs, the team works closely with clients to bring meaningful, personal designs to life. With everything done under one
- [Damage forces closure of popular Crocker Park dock](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/08/damage-forces-closure-of-popular-crocker-park-dock/) - One of Marblehead's most popular swimming spots, the dock at Crocker Park, is closed Wednesday morning after it was damaged during Tuesday's rainstorm, according to Harbormaster Mark Souza. A permanent flotation log beneath the dock broke free, forcing the closure. "We are in the process of assessing the extent of the damage and how long
- [LETTER: MFoA Performing Arts Committee says  ‘thank you’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/08/letter-mfoa-performing-arts-committee-says-thank-you/) - To the editor: The Marblehead Festival of Arts Performing Arts Committee would like to thank the many people and community members that helped us present Performing Arts Concerts @ Crocker Park during our historic 60th Festival of Arts Concerts @ Crocker Park. As always, our lineup required an incredible amount of assistance, and we’d like
- [Marblehead’s own Tartan Army loses a Scottish soldier](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/07/marbleheads-own-tartan-army-loses-a-scottish-soldier/) - Noel Young, who has died at home in Ayrshire, Scotland, at the age of 86, would have been all over the exploits of Scotland’s Tartan Army of football supporters in Boston. In 25 years in Marblehead, this dyed-in-the-wool tabloid journalist never missed a story that he could sell to his editors back home and this
- [COLUMN: How most lives are assembled](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/07/column-how-most-lives-are-assembled/) - My husband and I once spent the better part of three weeks selecting a sofa. We had three children. Looking back, I am fairly certain that the decision to have any one of them received less study than the sofa. We had a system. We visited showrooms. We debated cushion firmness, leg finish and something
- [School's out — Now what? Dealing with the 'summer scaries,' loneliness and isolation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/07/schools-out-now-what-dealing-with-the-summer-scaries-loneliness-and-isolation/) - Schools out for summah! The lazy days from now through August are ‘supposed’ to feel like, well, a day at the beach. But for many kids and teens, the season can actually be emotionally difficult, causing anxiety and depression. Summertime loneliness, summer Seasonal Affective Disorder and even a form of seasonal anxiety in parents, dubbed
- [LETTER: Losing healthcare workers from Haiti is a 'public health emergency'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/07/letter-3/) - To the editor: Many of the nurses and direct care workers caring for my nursing home patients are from Haiti. The care that they provide is competent and reliable and done with spirit and dedication. The loss of their services constitutes a public health emergency. Our nursing homes are already short-staffed and there are insufficient
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/07/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-22/) - Current Events spotlights exciting happenings in the coming week. If you’d like to contribute a listing, please email the Current at info@marbleheadnews.org. Sick and Tired Tour Thursday, July 9, 4 p.m. The Marblehead Museum will hold a walking tour on the controversial history of health and medicine in town from colonial times to World War I.Stories from
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of July 8, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/06/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-july-8-2026/) - 11317993Download 11317994Download 11317995Download 11317996Download 11317997Download 11317998Download 11317999Download 11318000Download
- [Veteran museum leader Marshall named new executive director in Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/06/veteran-museum-leader-marshall-named-new-executive-director-in-marblehead/) - Veteran museum professional Dan Marshall, of Salem, has been named the new executive director of the Marblehead Museum. He brings more than 25 years of experience in museums and public history to the role. Marshall succeeds former executive director Lauren McCormack, whose leadership helped raise the museum's profile over the last decade. “This is a
- [POLICE LOG: Vehicle break-ins, DUI arrest, scams ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/06/police-log-vehicle-break-ins-dui-arrest-scams/) - Saturday, June 6Alarms: 3Building/property checks: 4Abandoned 911 calls: 0Vehicle stops, citations: 1 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 12:01 p.m. Officers and firefighters investigated a report of a truck that struck power lines, taking them down and causing a power outage in the area of Stonybrook Road. Upon his arrival, one of the officers was met out
- [COLUMN: Rock n Row celebrates 20th season](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/06/column-rock-n-row-celebrates-20th-season/) - Twenty years ago, friends Jack Tatelman and Paul Mazonson discovered a passion for rowing the beautiful waters off Marblehead. After completing their first Blackburn Challenge, a 20-mile open water rowing and paddling race around Cape Ann, they were inspired to start an ocean rowing club and named it Rock n Row. Inexperienced rowers and largely
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Rate hike, post office honor and more](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/06/news-in-brief-rate-hike-post-office-honor-and-more/) - Water-and-sewer rates increaseMost Marblehead residents will see about a 5% increase in their water-and-sewer bills this fiscal year after the town's Water & Sewer Commission approved new rates that took effect July 1.Water & Sewer Supervisor Amy McHugh said the increase was necessary to cover rising employee health insurance costs, assessments from the Massachusetts Water
- [LETTER: Beep...beep...beep](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/06/letter-beep-beep-beep/) - To the editor: As I write this letter, I have spent the last four hours listening to the relentless beep...beep...beep of a backup alarm echoing through my neighborhood. My neighbors are replacing their driveway, and one consequence of that construction is that everyone within earshot has been subjected to hours of continuous backup beeper noise
- [Miles, memories bring MHS harriers back together](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/06/miles-memories-bring-mhs-harriers-back-together/) - A few generations of former Marblehead harriers met at the high school early Friday, July 3, for the inaugural MHS Cross Country Alumni Run. The gathering was organized by long-time boys cross-country coach, Brian Heenan, who is going into his 26th year of coaching XC this fall. More than 20 MHS grads came out to
- [Fireworks display caps festive REV250 celebrations in Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/04/fireworks-display-caps-festive-rev250-celebrations-in-marblehead/) - Marblehead capped off an incredible July Fourth, celebrating the nation's 250th birthday, with a spectacular Harbor Illumination and fireworks display. At least 1,000 people gathered at Crocker Park to watch the pyrotechnics and listen to live music. People lined the harbor to see the show from different vantage points. Here's a video of the show
- [UPDATE: Grace Oliver's beach is reopened](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/04/new-grace-olivers-beach-closed-thursday/) - UPDATE: Water safety tests came back within normal range on Friday, meaning Grace Oliver's Beach could re-open, according to Public Health Director Andrew Petty. All swimming beaches in town are now open. **** Public Health Director Andrew Petty has announced that Grace Oliver's Beach is closed Thursday due to a high bacterial count in water
- [Revolution comes alive as Marblehead celebrates America’s 250th](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/04/85614/) - Marblehead is celebrating America's 250th birthday this Fourth of July with living history, music, art and cannon fire, honoring the town's Revolutionary roots from Abbot Hall to Fort Sewall. At 11:30 p.m., the Select Board read the Declaration of Independence in front of the "Spirit of '76" painting on the first floor. State Rep. Jenny
- [OBITUARY: Michael E. Waldman, 84](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/04/obituary-michael-e-waldman-84/) - Michael E. Waldman, of Marblehead, entered into rest on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the age of 84. Son of the late Philip and Sophie (Aronow) Waldman. Mike earned his master plumbing license in 1965 and at the time was the youngest master plumber in the state. He soon took over the family plumbing and
- [Concerts series, awards ceremony kick off Arts Festival Wednesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/01/concerts-series-awards-ceremony-kick-off-arts-festival-wednesday/) - Wednesday night, the Marblehead Festival of Arts announced the 2026 award winners in the 11 exhibits. About 200 people gathered outside Abbot Hall to celebrate the artists. And on the harbor at the same time, the Festival's Concerts @ Crocker Park series started with folk duo Mason Daring & Jeanie Stahl. People sat on lawn
- [Marblehead marks America's 250th with Revolutionary spirit](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/04/marblehead-marks-americas-250th-with-revolutionary-spirit/) - This Fourth of July, Marblehead will celebrate more than the nation's birthday. As communities across the country commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, Marblehead's REV250 Committee is inviting residents and visitors to honor the town's Revolutionary roots through a series of events that stretch well beyond Independence Day. The committee has spent months
- [BREAKING: More power outages hit Marblehead Friday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/03/breaking-more-power-outages-hit-marblehead-friday/) - UPDATE: All power was restored by 10 p.m., Friday, according to MMLD. *** From the Marblehead Light Department “We are currently responding to two repeat outages affecting approximately 50 customers total—about 25 customers in the Ticehurst area and 25 in the Mariners area. Our crews are aware of both outages and are actively working to
- [Former Swampscott athlete Phill Witt succeeds his mentor as the new MHS girls basketball coach ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/03/former-swampscott-athlete-phill-witt-succeeds-his-mentor-as-the-new-mhs-girls-basketball-coach/) - After eight years on the job, legendary high school basketball coach Paul Moran, a Swampscott native, stepped down as the Marblehead High girls coach to return to his hometown to head up the Big Blue boys program once again. But in a touch of irony, following the usual interview process of prospective candidates for the
- [From murals to marine science, MCC grants fund range of local projects](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/30/from-murals-to-marine-science-mcc-grants-fund-range-of-local-projects/) - The Marblehead Cultural Council is showcasing results from its 2026 grant cycle. These funds annually support community cultural, artistic, scientific and historical programs. The Marblehead Cultural Council is one of 329 local organizations funded directly by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. AgeSpan Inc. and residents of the Marblehead Housing Authority’s Farrell Court were granted funds for
- [Community, creativity fill Arts Festival galleries ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/03/community-creativity-fill-arts-festival-galleries/) - The heat wave didn’t stop locals from traveling around Marblehead to see the Arts Festival’s exhibits Thursday, July 2. The 60th Marblehead Arts Festival exhibits featured about 500 artworks from local artists, categorized into drawings, photography, printmaking and more. “It’s a big showcase opportunity for budding artists to come and show their art,” said Maggie
- [60th Marblehead Festival of Arts guide & schedule](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/03/60th-marblehead-festival-of-arts-guide-schedule/) - The Current is proud to be a lead sponsor of the 60th Marblehead Festival of Arts running through July 5. Look for a printed festival special section and schedule in your July 1 paper. Stay with the Current as you plan your activities. Also, due to the heat, Saturday's Street Festival has been canceled. Festival
- [Power restored across Marblehead at approximately 3 a.m. after heatwave outage](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/03/power-outage-hits-much-of-marblehead/) - Friday 9:30 a.m. Marblehead Light crews — with help from public power partners — rebuild over a quarter mile of overhead circuit in just 10 hours on Thursday into Friday morning, restoring power to about 1,000 customers. "Most outages were due to high loads stressing weak points or design limits of system equipment, with heat
- [Emergency cooling center welcoming residents during heatwave/power outage](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/02/emergency-cooling-center-welcoming-residents-during-heatwave-power-outage/) - Only a handful of people were keeping cool Thursday evening inside the Brown School cafeteria, which is a makeshift emergency cooling center during the heatwave and power outage. The center is filled with cots and chairs. Bottled water is available. A mom and her two young daughters — one of whom was using a medical
- [NEW: Heatwave cancels Marblehead's Street Festival Friday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/02/new-heatwave-cancels-marbleheads-street-festival-friday/) - The Marblehead Festival of Arts has announced that it is canceling Friday's Street Festival, due to the heatwave. "After talking with our street performers and facilities team, the Marblehead Festival of Arts has decided we have no choice but to cancel the Street Festival tomorrow in consideration of our performers' health. Stay safe, stay hydrated
- [OBITUARY: Stephen and Karen Arnold](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/02/obituary-stephen-and-karen-arnold/) - The family of Stephen Gardner Arnold and Karen Frances Arnold announces with deep sadness that they passed away within days of one another: Stephen on June 9, 2026, and Karen on June 22, 2026. Karen and Steve — or "The Girlfriend" and "The Boyfriend," as they called one another — shared everything in life: love,
- [Light Department asks for public's help reducing energy use 4-8 p.m. until heat wave ends](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/01/light-department-asks-for-publics-help-reducing-energy-use-4-8-p-m-until-heat-wave-ends/) - With extreme heat expected to extend into the weekend, the Marblehead Light Department is urging residents to help control the cost of purchasing energy by reducing their discretionary energy use between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m., which could help homeowners save money on future electric bills. When electricity demand reaches its highest levels, typically between
- [Student film, ‘Gilded Lily,’ to premier at the Warwick](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/01/student-film-gilded-lily-to-premier-at-the-warwick/) - Just weeks before the premiere of their feature film “Gilded Lily” at the Warwick Theater on July 6, recent MHS class of 2026 graduates and co-directors Matias Watts Cruz and Cam Gibson sat in a couch in the back of Mookie’s Cafe to reflect on their years-long journey that brought them to the big screen.
- [The creative expression and endless bounty of a Marblehead garden](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/01/the-creative-expression-and-endless-bounty-of-a-marblehead-garden/) - For Steven and Roberta Keenholtz, gardening isn’t just a hobby. It is a creative expression that feeds their souls and their community. Tucked away on Whittier Road, the couple’s one-and-a-third-acre property is home to a hyper productive vegetable garden and a curated backyard ecosystem complete with ornamental flowers, fruit trees, berry bushes, shrubbery and an
- [MONEY MATTERS: What summer can teach us about money](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/01/money-matters-what-summer-can-teach-us-about-money/) - No big travel plans needed when you can spend summer in Marblehead. After a long New England winter, summer often reminds us to slow down and appreciate what matters most. Many of the same principles that help create a memorable summer can also help build a stronger financial future. Plan ahead Whether it's securing a
- [MARBLEHEAD MUSINGS: The birthday, a new fiscal year and some questions](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/01/marblehead-musings-the-birthday-a-new-fiscal-year-and-some-questions/) - July 4, 2026 — time to celebrate the 250th birthday of our country. July 1 starts a new fiscal year for the town of Marblehead. I have seven questions and, in some cases, answers. Birthday dress up or down? The question is (TQI): Did the Select Board (SB) give any thought to ensure our historic
- [Marblehead sailors make waves from Bermuda to the IOD Worlds](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/26/marblehead-sailors-make-waves-from-bermuda-to-the-iod-worlds/) - This past Friday marked the start of the 125th year of the biennial Newport Bermuda race which features two Marblehead teams now currently offshore and heading for Bermuda, as well as individuals from town serving as navigators, tacticians and crew in this renowned offshore competition. Marblehead resident and rear commodore of the Boston Yacht Club
- [LETTER: Aye! The Tartan Army was here](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/07/01/letter-aye-the-tartan-army-was-here/) - To the editor: Recently, I had been watching the World Cup soccer games with great interest, and like others, enjoyed the music, singing and sheer delight of the Tartan Army in Boston — kilts and all. A week or so ago, while doing my laundry at Village Plaza, a couple seemed to be having some
- [Last-minute preps underway as Arts Festival heats up Wednesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/30/last-minute-preps-underway-as-arts-festival-heats-up-wednesday/) - With the 60th Marblehead Festival of the Arts set to kick off in earnest Wednesday, crews and volunteers are in overdrive installing stages, testing sound systems and preparing venues across town — all while organizers keep a close eye on an incoming heat wave. At the heart of the live music setup, Concerts at Crocker
- [Automated trash, recycling collection starts July 1](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/30/automated-trash-recycling-collection-starts-july-1/) - The town's new curbside trash and recycling pickup program begins Wednesday, July 1. Residents will see Republic Services trucks, equipped with automated arms, collecting the new 65-gallon trash barrels and 95-gallon recycling carts. Health Department Director Andrew Petty told the Current Tuesday that 380 residents have requested smaller barrels (35-gallon trash and 65-gallon recycling.) One
- [Brace yourselves: Marblehead heads into a dangerous four-day heat wave](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/30/brace-yourselves-marblehead-heads-into-a-dangerous-four-day-heat-wave/) - If you thought summer had been taking it easy on Marblehead, think again. The town is bracing for its first major heat wave of the season, and forecasters say it won't just be hot — it'll be dangerously hot. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning for Marblehead from 10 a.m. Wednesday
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of July 1, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/29/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-july-1-2026/) - 11317634Download 11317637Download
- [MARBLEHEAD POLICE LOG: Stroller’s pocket flummoxes man; boat strikes rock, runs aground ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/28/marblehead-police-log-strollers-pocket-flummoxes-man-boat-strikes-rock-runs-aground/) - Saturday, June 6Alarms: 3Building/property checks: 4Abandoned 911 calls: 0Vehicle stops, citations: 1 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 9:37 a.m. An officer investigated a complaint about a moving vehicle that proved to be unfounded on Woodfin Terrace. 12:01 p.m. Officers and firefighters investigated a report of a truck that struck power lines, taking them down and causing
- [EDITORIAL: More than a birthday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/24/editorial-more-than-a-birthday/) - This is the best time of the year to be here, right? The week we invite friends so we can show off Marblehead at its finest. The Festival of Arts, the Harbor Illumination, the concerts at Crocker Park and the fireworks are Marblehead's annual rites of summer. This year, the celebration carries an extra charge.
- [From Bop It to books: Marblehead inventor publishes debut eco-thriller](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/30/from-bop-it-to-books-marblehead-inventor-publishes-debut-eco-thriller/) - For decades, Marblehead resident Bob Welch made a career out of creating games people couldn't put down. Now he's hoping readers feel the same way about his first novel. Welch, whose career spanned toy invention and video game production, will release his first published novel, “Into The Dax,” on June 30. The eco-dystopian thriller has
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Town audit results, teacher honored, dog park update](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/29/news-in-brief-town-audit-results-teacher-honored-dog-park-update/) - The Current welcomes 150- to 200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send them to info@marbleheadnews.org. Search to begin for new town administratorAt its June 24 meeting, the Select Board discussed next steps in the search for a new town administrator. Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer announced last month that he plans to step down Dec. 31,
- [LETTER: 'Proud Header' responds to call for new lyrics](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/29/letter-proud-header-responds-to-call-for-new-lyrics/) - To the editor: I take pen in hand today to give response to a letter to the editor from Gregory Bates of Cherry Street who in the June 15 edition proposed a change in the wording to the Marblehead anthem known as “Marblehead Forever.” He writes that the song should read “First in revolution, first
- [LETTER: Patriotism is our common bond](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/29/letter-patriotism-is-our-common-bond/) - July Fourth is not just the date of our country’s founding, it is also the annual opportunity for the nation’s take slingers to Say Something Important About America. Especially with this year being the 250th anniversary of the republic’s birth. The narratives they will ask us to reflect on, to contemplate, to consider, are all
- [OBITUARY: Glover Fulford Broughton, 97](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/29/obituary-glover-fulford-broughton-97/) - Glover F. Broughton, a lifelong Marblehead resident, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, Marine, Mason, Shriner, sailor, golfer and friend, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, just weeks before his 98th birthday. Born in Tampa, Florida, on July 12, 1928, he was the son of Glover H. “Dill” Broughton and Victoria Mezquita Broughton. At the
- [OBITUARY: Jeffrey S. Best, 84](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/29/obituary-jeffrey-s-best-84/) - Jeffrey Steven Best, 84, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Lynn, Jeff was the beloved son of the late Leonard and Lillian Best. One of four brothers, Jeff grew up with a strong sense of family, hard work and loyalty — qualities that
- [Thick fog can't stop sailors from rallying for one of their own ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/29/thick-fog-cant-stop-sailors-from-rallying-for-one-of-their-own/) - As a thick blanket of fog settled over the harbor Sunday, sailors — many decked out in bright pink — boarded their boats and sailed to the mouth of Marblehead Harbor for the fifth annual Fast Mermaid Pursuit Race. Twenty-four boats from the North and South shores competed to celebrate the remarkable resilience of Marblehead
- [PHOTOS: Champagne Reception sparkles at 60th Festival of Arts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/28/photos-champagne-reception-sparkles-at-60th-festival-of-arts/) - More than 500 people came out to toast the 60th Marblehead Festival of Arts at its popular Champagne Reception at Fort Sewall Sunday evening. Wearing hand-created hats and decked out for the annual summer event, folks sipped on bubbly, sampled food from local restaurants and danced to live music. Here's a quick photo gallery by
- [MHS boys soccer coach Elmer Magana, players are hooked on the World Cup like everybody else](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/26/mhs-boys-soccer-coach-elmer-magana-players-are-hooked-on-the-world-cup-like-everybody-else/) - We’re only over a week into soccer’s World Cup teams invading North America, and there are already a couple of observations that stand out in the early going. First and foremost is Team USA’s fast 2-0 start in Group D with wins over Paraguay (4-1, June 12, in Los Angeles) and Australia (2-0, June 19,
- [Marblehead girls mile relay team returns home as All-Americans from annual Nike nationals](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/26/marblehead-girls-mile-relay-team-returns-home-as-all-americans-from-annual-nike-nationals/) - From June 18-22 at Eugene, Oregon’s Hayward Field, the Nike Outdoor National High School Track Meet took place. The Marblehead Track Club, consisting of only four qualifying competitors, compiled four points, along with a host of other teams nationwide MHS captain Marri O’Connell (7:33.41) finished 26th out of 50 runners in the steeplechase, which is
- [MHS spring track decathlon trio combines to finish fifth in the state ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/26/mhs-spring-track-decathlon-trio-combines-to-finish-fifth-in-the-state/) - The Marblehead High School spring track program has a history of success participating in decathlons, and this year is no exception. Weston High School and Regis College played host to the annual Massachusetts State Track Coaches Association Multi Championships earlier this month, bringing together the best high school decathlon athletes in the state. The decathlon
- [OBITUARY: Barbara Enid (Cohen) Blander, 87](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/26/obituary-barbara-enid-cohen-blander-87/) - Barbara Enid (Cohen) Blander, 87, died on June 20, 2026. Born in New York, New York, she moved to the North Shore in 1966 (Marblehead, then Swampscott in 1967) with her late husband Charles, to set up his OB/GYN practice here. After decades in their Blodgett Avenue home, she moved to Brooksby Village in 2023.
- [Town announces traffic plans for upcoming July Fourth events](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/26/town-announces-traffic-plans-for-upcoming-july-fourth-events/) - Marblehead Police are announcing traffic plans for next weekend's holiday events. The Police Department will communicate any changes (which are likely to happen), or updates on our Facebook page. If you have questions about parking or traffic, please don’t hesitate to call MPD 781- 631-1212. Festival of Arts Street Festival, July 3, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Washington
- [ARTS FESTIVAL: Halloween mastermind reveals secrets behind beloved creations ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/25/arts-festival-halloween-mastermind-reveals-secrets-behind-beloved-creations/) - For two decades, Marblehead architect Thomas Saltsman has transformed the area outside his Pleasant Street home into a Halloween spectacle, drawing crowds with towering creatures, elaborate machinery and larger-than-life displays. On June 24, as part of the Festival of Arts, Saltsman pulled back the curtain on his creative process during a 90-minute presentation, “Dream Big
- [Fireworks to light up Marblehead Harbor July 4](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/25/fireworks-to-light-up-marblehead-harbor-july-4/) - Marblehead’s annual Fourth of July fireworks display will begin at 9 p.m. Saturday, July 4, with fireworks launched from a barge at the mouth of the harbor. The evening will also feature the traditional Harbor Illumination at 8:45 p.m. Popular viewing locations include Fort Sewall, Chandler Hovey Park and Crocker Park, as well as boats
- [SUSTAINABLE MARBLEHEAD: How to stay hydrated this July 4](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/25/sustainable-marblehead-how-to-stay-hydrated-this-july-4/) - By Jessica Valatka If you have visited the Marblehead Festival of Arts the past several years, you may have stopped by one of two stations perfect for filling reusable water bottles or compostable cups provided by Sustainable Marblehead. One is the 300-gallon “Quench Buggy” from the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority with power donated by the
- [EDITORIAL: Over a barrel](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/24/editorial-over-a-barrel/) - Board of Health member Tom McMahon is not wrong when he said of the town’s new trash collection program on Facebook recently, “We’re here now and need to move forward.” However, McMahon is too dismissive about the value of what he called “Monday morning quarterbacking.” Usually, when municipal government action is greeted with outcry —
- [Local mother helps lead fight against child exploitation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/24/local-mother-helps-lead-fight-against-child-exploitation/) - As Massachusetts welcomes huge crowds for the World Cup this summer, a Marblehead mother of three is helping lead efforts to protect some of the state's most vulnerable children. Sonja Solberg Potter, co-executive director of the Boston-based organization My Life My Choice, has spent the past 13 years working to combat the commercial sexual exploitation
- [OBITUARY: Robert A. Bartlett, 93](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/24/obituary-robert-a-bartlett-93/) - Robert A. Bartlett, 93, died on June 17, 2026. In his lifetime, Bob was defined by simple things — devotion to family, hard work, love of nature and the ability to fix literally anything. Bob was a master carpenter and brilliant builder, the man Harvard University called when they didn’t trust anyone else with the
- [OBITUARY: Richard “Dick” Russell, 79](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/24/obituary-richard-dick-russell-79/) - Richard "Dick" Russell, 79, a proud resident of Marblehead, passed away on June 17, 2026, after a long illness Born in Salem, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Anne J. (Conroy) Russell and John R. Russell, former police chief of Marblehead. Dick graduated from Marblehead High School with the Class of 1965 and
- [OBITUARY: Mark F. Lausier, 65](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/24/obituary-mark-f-lausier-65/) - Mark Frederic Lausier, 65, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026. Born in 1961 in the Mary Alley Hospital in Marblehead, Mark was the son of Donna (Letourneau) Lausier of Marblehead and the late Frederic Lausier. Mark worked as a self-employed plumbing contractor for over 30 years. He was a member of
- [OBITUARY: Deborah Harlow (Briggs) Gates, 92](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/24/obituary-deborah-harlow-briggs-gates-92/) - Deborah Harlow Gates, lovingly known as "Gam," passed away on June 15, 2026, at the age of 92. Her family announces her passing with deep sadness while celebrating a life filled with creativity, generosity, laughter and love. A lifelong resident of Marblehead and graduate of Marblehead High School's Class of 1951, Deborah dedicated her life
- [Town to residents: Don't bring your new barrels to the Assessor's Office](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/23/town-to-residents-dont-bring-your-new-barrels-to-the-assessors-office/) - The town of Marblehead has put out a notice telling residents not to bring their new trash and recycling bins to the Assessor's Office. "No abatements, credits or refunds will be issued for returned bins. Questions about trash bins or collection services should be directed to the Board of Health at Health2@MarbleheadMA.gov or 781-631-0212," the
- [THE VAULT: Are you ready to hit the beach?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/24/the-vault-are-you-ready-to-hit-the-beach/) - By Jarrett Zeman, Marblehead Museum If a Marblehead woman visited a beach in the 1890s, her bathing suit would have looked very different than swimwear today. The Marblehead Museum’s collection includes this cotton bathing suit, featuring a knee-length tunic with puffed sleeves and a sailor collar. The woman’s swimsuit was designed for “sea bathing,” which
- [FOOD 101: Asparagus while it lasts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/23/food-101-asparagus-while-it-lasts/) - Fresh local asparagus exists for only a moment in time. The pencil-thin spears show up in grocery bins and farmers’ market stalls every spring. I gather large bunches for myriad recipes. Stored in the vegetable crisper until time to cook, they only need a fast rinse or quick bath in cool water. I bend each
- [GUEST COLUMN: ‘I’m a believer now’: One man’s Rotary journey](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/23/guest-column-im-a-believer-now-one-mans-rotary-journey/) - Giving is receiving? We’ve heard that before. I never understood it. I practiced law in New York for 13 years, then started 22 years ago a specialty finance company. Who has time for volunteer work? “Time is money” was a phrase I better understood. Ten years ago, I left New York and moved to Marblehead.
- [CUZNER IN NATURE: They grow up so fast…](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/23/cuzner-in-nature-they-grow-up-so-fast/) - This spring, I was fortunate enough to spot several baby screech owls (owlets) on the exact day they left their nest. Having followed them for several months after they hatched, I was incredibly eager to catch them "branching." Once these owlets fledge, however, they don't linger long — often vanishing into the upper canopy within
- [Marblehead Youth Soccer scores two championship wins](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/23/marblehead-youth-soccer-scores-championship/) - Marblehead Youth Soccer 10th grade boys won the Essex County Youth Soccer championship on Sunday. The Midshipmen beat the Danvers Falcons on Sunday. Marblehead was down 1-0 at the half but came back to put it away in the second half for a final score of 4-1. The roster includes: Brayden Coe, Brayden Whorf, Cameron
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of June 24, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/23/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-june-10-2026-2/) - 11317061Download
- [Local man pleads guilty to grand theft in travel company case](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/22/local-man-pleads-guilty-to-grand-theft-in-travel-company-case/) - Robert Goodwin of Marblehead, owner of the now defunct travel company Stone & Compass, pleaded guilty in a Florida courtroom to two counts of grand theft over $100,000 on June 18. He was sentenced to 25 years probation and ordered to pay $637,260 in restitution. Last December, Goodwin was arrested in California after several months
- [Marblehead High students evacuated after breaker malfunction](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/22/marblehead-high-students-evacuated-after-breaker-malfunction/) - Students were evacuated from Marblehead High School this afternoon after several people heard a series of "pops," part of the school lost power and some people reported smelling what they described as "burning plastic." Fire Chief Jason Gilliland told the Current that a "breaker on a transformer" serving the school popped on a utility pole
- [School Committee approves 3% salary increase for super; money already in budget](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/22/school-committee-approves-3-salary-increase-for-super-money-already-in-budget/) - The School Committee Monday green lighted a 3% raise for Superintendent John Robidoux. The increase was already part of the fiscal year 2027 school budget approved at Town Meeting last month. Robidoux just completed the first year of a three-year contract. He earned $215,000 the first year and will earn $221,450 in year two. Robidoux,
- [BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Take a walk with By Lantern Tours](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/22/business-spotlight-take-a-walk-with-by-lantern-tours/) - The following is an interview with Andy Maercklein, owner of By Lantern Tours, conducted by Discover Marblehead. By Lantern Tours, launched this spring, provides immersive, story-driven walking tours through the historic streets of Marblehead and Salem. Their lantern-lit tours bring local history to life with fascinating stories, legends, maritime history and revolutionary tales that go
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/23/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-21/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Fascinators at MAA Wednesday, June 24, 6:30-8.30 p.m. Make your own bespoke fascinator (fancy head piece) at the Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St. You can wear your design at the Arts Festival Champagne Reception (see below). Supplies are provided
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Update on MHS Piper Field vandalism](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/22/news-in-brief-update-on-mhs-piper-field-vandalism/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Second car suspected in Piper Field vandalism recoveredPolice Chief Dennis King told the Current that the second car believed to be involved in vandalism at the high school’s football field was recovered in Melrose. Another car suspected of driving onto Piper Field
- [MHS survey shows declines in anxiety, depression, substance use](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/22/mhs-survey-shows-declines-in-anxiety-depression-substance-use/) - The results of Marblehead High School's latest Substance Use and Risk Factors, or SURF, survey show several encouraging trends, including declines in anxiety, depression and substance use among students. However, anxiety and depression levels remain "above the risk threshold," according to MHS counselor Gina Hart. "What’s good is we’re trending downward," she added. Asked what
- [Festival of Arts races bring fast times, hometown finishes](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/20/festival-of-arts-races-bring-fast-times-hometown-finishes/) - Marblehead runners turned in several standout performances Saturday during the Festival of Arts road races, with local competitors claiming top finishes in the Fun Run, 5K and 10K events. In the Mile Fun Run, 10-year-old Reid Gage of Marblehead was the overall men's winner, crossing the finish line in 7 minutes, 34 seconds. Abby Pry,
- [Marblehead Police log: Small boat goes adrift; Creesy Street kids menace neighbors](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/20/marblehead-police-log-small-boat-goes-adrift-creesy-street-kids-menace-neighbors/) - Saturday, May 30Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 0Abandoned 911 calls: 0Vehicle stops, citations: 0 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 2:27 a.m. A disabled vehicle was reported on Atlantic Avenue. 8:01 a.m. Boat complaints were made on Allerton Place, Gregory Street, Skinners Path and Ocean Avenue 8:11 a.m. Wind and rain downed trees or branches on Ocean Avenue, Pig
- [LETTER: Sidewalks, roads and town officials](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/19/letter-sidewalks-roads-and-town-officials/) - To the editor: Over two-and-one-half weeks (starting on May 4) I placed two phone calls that weren’t returned; followed by an email, not returned; and then a third call requesting information from our town administrator. Not good public relations, but who knows. I wanted to inquire about what was happening with the major borrowing allocation
- [LETTER: Thank you, Board of Health?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/19/letter-thank-you-board-of-health/) - To the editor: I wanted to publicly thank the Board of Health for providing me with my new simply enormous garbage and recycling cans. Why struggle along with the appropriately-sized ones that I purchased after evaluating my storage space and disposal needs when I can have a garbage can in which I may, if necessary,
- [LETTER: Questions for the Board of Health](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/19/letter-questions-for-the-board-of-health/) - To the editor: Why did the Board of Health sign off on spending nearly a million dollars for new oversized trash and recycling containers that very few of us want? Why weren’t we given a choice of which size we needed or if we needed any at all? It seems clear that the rollout was
- [OBITUARY: Laurel Whitney, 70](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/19/obituary-laurel-whitney-70/) - Laurel Whitney, 70, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2026. Born in 1955, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Marilyn Walker. Laurel dedicated nearly 50 years of her life to nursing, a career that perfectly matched her kind, caring, and compassionate nature. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who
- [OBITUARY: Natalie Umanita Bloom, 83](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/19/obituary-natalie-umanita-bloom-83/) - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Natalie Umanita Bloom, who departed this life on May 24, 2026, at the age of 83. A beloved daughter, mother, grandmother and friend, Natalie found her final days at the Bostonian Skilled Nursing Home in Dorchester, where she received the compassionate care she so
- ['It's Marblehead as we hope it always will be': The Driftwood changes hands](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/17/its-marblehead-as-we-hope-it-always-will-be-the-driftwood-changes-hands/) - After more than four decades in the Galvin/Losano family and more than 60 years as a Marblehead institution, local landmark the Driftwood is changing hands. The beloved breakfast and lunch spot at 63 Front St. has been sold by owner Colleen Galvin to Maria Torres, owner of Maria's Gourmet in town. For generations of Marbleheaders,
- [Photo gallery: Driftwood's last day before changing hands](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/19/photo-gallery-driftwoods-last-day-before-changing-hands/) - There was a special energy at the Driftwood Restaurant Friday morning — the last day it is owned by the Galvin/Losano family. Folks lined up outside the beloved breakfast/lunch spot, waiting for a table and the chance to say goodbye and thank you to Colleen Galvin. Galvin and her family posted this message on Facebook Friday
- [BREAKING NEWS: Tornado watch in Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/18/breaking-news-tornado-watch-in-marblehead/) - The National Weather Service has declared a tornado watch for Marblehead and all of Essex County through 7 p.m. The NWS is also calling for a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3 p.m., then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. There are more chances for showers and thunderstorms
- [MHS hosts Signing Day for college-bound student-athletes ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/17/mhs-hosts-signing-day-for-college-bound-student-athletes/) - The Marblehead High School athletic department recently spotlighted seven senior student-athletes at its annual Signing Day ceremony that recognizes their commitment to continue to pursue academic and athletic careers on the collegiate level. Sydney Ball (soccer, Temple University), Madison Bassett (cheerleading, College of Charleston), Breydan Callahan (football, John Hopkins University), Ilan Druker (soccer, Colby College),
- [All-State Meet of Champions features several Marblehead High spring track standouts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/17/all-state-meet-of-champions-features-several-marblehead-high-spring-track-standouts/) - Several Marblehead High spring track athletes competed in the All-State Meet of Champions, held this year at Merrimack College in North Andover. The annual statewide competition, encompassing all divisions, featured Marblehead’s Colin Hart (400-meter hurdles), Lucy Flynn (200) and Marri O’Connell (two-mile) on June 4, the first day of the competition. “This is the best
- [Marblehead High boys tennis teams up to complete historic season](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/17/marblehead-high-boys-tennis-teams-up-to-complete-historic-season/) - Karl Tenenholtz won’t soon forget his first season as coach of the Marblehead High boys tennis team. His Magicians enjoyed arguably the program’s best regular season ever with a 17-2 record, which propelled them to a fifth seed in the Division 2 state tournament. They then went on to win three more matches in the
- [Photo gallery: High winds, high stakes at the IOD Worlds](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/17/photo-gallery-high-winds-high-stakes-at-the-iod-worlds/) - It is Day 4 of the IOD Worlds sailing races here in Marblehead. Check out this gorgeous photo gallery by Bruce Durkee. "They have had brisk wind and some great conditions competing off Marblehead," said Current sailing reporter Laurie Fullerton. "Canadian sailor Peter Wickwire and team are in first place with 16 points. Bermuda's Peter
- [Author returns to festival, 30 years after early work won award](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/17/author-returns-to-festival-30-years-after-early-work-won-award/) - In 1997, Steven M. Rubin submitted one chapter of his then work-in-progress novel, “The Unraveling of Michael Galler” to the Marblehead Arts Festival and won Best of Show. Now, 30 years later, he has finished — and just published — the novel and is returning to speak at this year’s festival. “Winning Best of Show
- [Residents press Health Board on large trash bins as business pickup moves ahead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/16/residents-press-health-board-on-large-trash-bins-as-business-pickup-moves-ahead/) - Residents came out to Tuesday night's Board of Health meeting voicing frustrations over Marblehead's new automated trash and recycling program, with many arguing that the standard 65-gallon trash carts and 95-gallon recycling carts are too big for the town's historic neighborhoods, elderly residents and homes with limited storage space. The meeting largely focused on the
- [Arts Festival warns: Without more volunteers some exhibits, activities may be canceled](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/16/arts-festival-warns-without-more-volunteers-some-exhibits-activities-may-be-canceled/) - Marblehead Festival of Arts organizers are sounding the alarm: Without more volunteers, some signature festival events could be scaled back or even canceled. The Festival of Arts, which showcases local artists, musicians and performers, is facing a significant volunteer shortage ahead of this summer's celebration. "Far fewer of our great community has signed up to
- [Volunteers give hundreds of Marblehead trash barrels a second life](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/16/volunteers-give-hundreds-of-marblehead-trash-barrels-a-second-life/) - As Marblehead residents prepare for the town's new automated trash collection system, a citizen-led effort is underway to answer a question many have been asking: What happens to all the old barrels? At the center of that effort is resident Barbara Roy, who has spent recent days at the Transfer Station helping coordinate the redistribution
- [FROM THE BOARD: Supporting local journalism is a civic act](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/16/from-the-board-supporting-local-journalism-is-a-civic-act/) - I grew up in Swampscott. I taught there in both the middle and high schools. I thought I'd always bleed blue. On the day we bought our house, I told my then-fiancée that when our daughter quarterbacked the Powder Puff game in 2038 (!), I'd wear a Marblehead jacket — but a Big Blue T-shirt
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/16/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-20/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Art Career Workshop at the MAAThursday, June 18, 7-8 p.m.Artists looking to turn their passion into a sustainable career can learn from Suzanne Schultz, founder of Canvas Fine Arts and an art business expert. The Marblehead Arts Association
- [BREAKING NEWS: Town Administrator announces resignation at end of year](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/breaking-news-town-administrator-announces-resignation-at-end-of-year/) - The Select Board has received formal notice from Town Administrator Thatcher W. Kezer III of his intention to retire effective December 31, 2026. "Thatcher has provided steady leadership during a period of significant challenges and opportunities for our community," said Select Board Chair Dan Fox in a statement Monday afternoon. "Under his administration, the town
- [MARBLEHEAD POLICE LOG: Vandal throws eggs, knocks over flags at candy shop](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/marblehead-police-log-candy-shop-owner-suspects-egg-thrower-didnt-like-flags/) - Saturday, May 16Alarms: 4Building/property checks: 5Abandoned 911 calls: 5Vehicle stops, citations: 2 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 1 3:10 a.m. An officer investigated a general complaint on Front Street. 8:19 a.m. An officer went to the area of Peach Highlands and Lime Street to investigate the report of the theft of a laptop from a vehicle that
- [LETTER: Voting from Scotland? Don’t bother](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/letter-voting-from-scotland-dont-bother/) - To the editor: Three cheers for Marblehead democracy, which achieved a satisfactory outcome Tuesday without the help of this local voter. Registering for a mail-in ballot was the easy bit. Knowing I was going to be in Scotland on June 9, I strolled into the Town Clerk’s office a week or so before leaving and
- [Residents weigh in on Marblehead’s vision for 2037](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/residents-weigh-in-on-marbleheads-vision-for-2037/) - People trickled into the lower level of Abbot Library Saturday to share thoughts and visions for Marblehead’s future. The town used a state grant to hire the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to help draft a new master plan for 2027-2037. The town’s plan hasn’t been updated since 1989. A master plan is a non-binding, big-picture
- [LETTER: New lyrics for the town song?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/letter-new-lyrics-for-the-town-song/) - To the editor: With the Fourth of July pending, the 250th Anniversary underway and the town's newfound notoriety, it might be time to spruce up the lyrics to the town song. “First in revolution, first in ’61 and 3A pricks we are known to be.” Gregory BatesCherry Street
- [LETTER: 4MHD co-chairs say 'thank you'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/letter-4mhd-co-chairs-say-thank-you/) - To the editor: On June 9, Marblehead voters went to the polls in record numbers and passed Question 3 in all six precincts, marking the town’s first general Proposition 2 1⁄2 override in 21 years. Residents made clear that they value town services, infrastructure and institutions, want to avoid deep cuts to schools and town
- [LETTER: A special thank you to 4MHD leaders](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/letter-a-special-thank-you-to-4mhd-leaders/) - To the editor: Now that Marblehead voters have approved the $15 million override, it's time to recognize two people whose tireless work helped make it happen: Matt Hooks and Kate Haesche Thomson. The 4MHD campaign was exceptionally well conceived and executed. Through hours of planning, organizing, communicating and engaging with residents and town officials, Matt
- [LETTER: To the noble sanitation workers](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/letter-to-the-noble-sanitation-workers/) - To the editor: As we move toward July 1, there has been much discussion regarding the major challenge of storing and handling the new, larger town-issued trash and recycling bins. I must admit some difficulty in wrapping my head around how the cost impact of significantly slowing down trucks to position mechanical arms is offset
- [June is Men’s Health — and Mental Health — month](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/17/june-is-mens-health-and-mental-health-month/) - June is Men’s Health Month, and by association, Men’s Mental Health Month. It’s a great time for men to prioritize healthy habits, increase exercise, get check-ups and reduce stress. It’s also a critical time to think about mental well-being — something that men are often reluctant to discuss. Yet, according to the National Alliance on
- [EDITORIAL: Election reflections](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/editorial-election-reflections-2/) - On June 9, almost half of the town’s registered voters turned out to vote candidates for public office and to vote on the four override questions. This was the largest turnout for the annual town elections in over 20 years. It is clear that the override questions were the driving force for so many voters
- [New museum exhibit highlights unsung Marbleheaders of the Revolution ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/16/new-museum-exhibit-highlights-unsung-marbleheaders-of-the-revolution/) - The name of Marblehead Museum’s new exhibit, “Voices of Independence: Marblehead in the Revolution,” might make you think that it focuses entirely on the men of Marblehead who fought in the Revolutionary War. And while the exhibit does contain incredible military artifacts like a muster role from Glover’s Regiment and swords used by Marbleheaders in
- [A Marblehead forever: She said 'yes'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/a-marblehead-forever-she-said-yes/) - As Ella Reck and Robby Ratajczak sat together on a picnic blanket near the lighthouse at Chandler Hovey Park last Saturday evening it looked like a simple sunset picnic. The couple gazed across Marblehead Harbor and watched the waves roll in, celebrating their second dating anniversary in the same place where they went on their
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Exploding grenades, money to fix potholes and more](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/news-in-brief-exploding-grenades-money-to-fix-potholes-and-more/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Bomb Squad called after grenade discovery The State Police Bomb Squad safely exploded some grenades discovered at a home on Arrowhead Road June 11. “The grenades were found during a house clean-out,” Chief Jason Gilliland said. “They were in a box,
- [The man behind the curtain: MHS names auditorium for Greg Dana ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/15/the-man-behind-the-curtain-mhs-names-auditorium-for-greg-dana/) - The School Committee voted unanimously June 11 to name the Marblehead High School auditorium in honor of Greg Dana, the retired math teacher and theater technical director. A plaque recognizing Dana's service to the schools' performing arts programs will be installed soon. "It's hard to remember a time when Marblehead High School theater has not
- [Epic finale in Thayer Trophy National Women's Team Race in Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/14/epic-finale-in-thayer-trophy-national-womens-team-race-in-marblehead/) - To say this year's National Women's Invitational Team Race for The Thayer Trophy in Marblehead was hard fought doesn't begin to describe the drama that unfolded in the last race of the three-day regatta which saw 2025 winner, Newport Harbor, sail against The Replacements, a scratch team pulled together by Roger Williams Sailing Coach Amanda
- [Community celebrates Pride with flag raising, festival and message of inclusion ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/14/community-celebrates-pride-with-flag-raising-festival-and-message-of-inclusion/) - Hundreds of people gathered Sunday to celebrate Pride Month in Marblehead, beginning with a flag-raising ceremony outside Abbot Hall that blended advocacy, solidarity and community spirit. Families, students, educators, elected officials and LGBTQ+ residents filled the lawn as the rainbow flag was raised. Speakers reflected on progress made toward equality while emphasizing the importance of
- [PHRF New England Championship returns with a splash](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/14/phrf-new-england-championship-returns-with-a-splash/) - A revived and rejuvenated PHRF New England Championship featured up to 25 boats on the starting line over two days with the Farr 40 HOOLIGAN owned by Nick Mercier and Pike Severance from Kittery Point Yacht Club taking the overall win of both the pursuit race on Friday and the windward leeward racing on Saturday.
- [PHOTO GALLERY: Marblehead celebrates Juneteenth](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/14/photo-gallery-marblehead-celebrates-juneteenth/) - Marblehead celebrated Juneteenth on Friday with music, dancing and inspirational words from several speakers. About 150 people turned out. Our story will be posted soon. Current photos by Grey Collins
- [NEW: Chief King confirms submerged SUV was stolen from Raynham; investigation continues](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/12/breaking-news-car-in-ocean-off-beacon-street/) - UPDATE: June 13, 6 p.m. Marblehead Police Chief Dennis King confirms that the red SUV submerged in the ocean off Grace Oliver's Beach on Wednesday was stolen from Raynham. A 14-year-old boy from upstate New York told Boston TV station WCVB that the car belongs to his family and was stolen from outside a hotel
- [Marblehead Police investigating 17 vehicle break-ins](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/13/marblehead-police-investigating-multiple-break-ins/) - Marblehead Police are asking for the public's help after 17 reported car break-ins Saturday night into Sunday. "This is an active investigation and we are working with other local agencies that are suspected to have been victimized by the same group of individuals," Chief Dennis King told the Current. There was "no damage to the
- ['She’s here in spirit': Memorial bench honors Savanah Gatchell ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/12/shes-here-in-spirit-memorial-bench-honors-savanah-gatchell/) - A small crowd of students, families and educators gathered outside Veterans Middle School Friday afternoon to dedicate a bench in memory of Savanah Gatchell, the 13-year-old killed in an alleged drunk-driving crash last August. Gatchell's mother, Christine, and sister, Alysa Otero, snapped photos of the bench and embraced friends and family members. The bench was
- [Marblehead leaders promise accountability after historic $15M override vote](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/11/marblehead-leaders-promise-accountability-after-historic-15m-override-vote/) - One day after voters approved a $15 million, three-year general override, town leaders pledged to spend the money responsibly and keep residents informed about how it is used. According to the town, the property tax bills for a $1 million property will increase over the next three years by the following cumulative amounts: • Year
- [LETTER: Local journalism matters more than ever ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/11/letter-local-journalism-matters-more-than-ever/) - To the editor: James Madison once wrote that "a popular government without popular information, or the means of acquiring it, is but a prologue to a farce or a tragedy, or perhaps both." He wrote those words in 1822. More than two centuries later, they still hold up. As Marblehead residents, we spend a lot
- [BREAKING NEWS: Marblehead approves $15 million override, plus $2.3 trash tax hike](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/09/breaking-news-marblehead-passes-15-million-override/) - Marblehead voters came out in record numbers this Election Day approving a $15 million, three-year override that permanently raises property taxes and reshapes the town's fiscal future. Check out the Current's vote tracker for all the results. The override will restore deep program and staffing cuts in the fiscal 2027 budget. It also builds programs
- [PHOTO & VIDEO GALLERY: Car linked to MHS vandalism pulled from ocean](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/10/photo-video-gallery-car-linked-to-mhs-vandalism-pulled-from-ocean/) - For several hours on Wednesday, a lot of Marblehead was captivated by a rescue mission about 100 feet off Grace Oliver's Beach, where a stolen, red SUV with New York plates was discovered submerged in the water. Marblehead Police — working with Salem Police divers — were able to get the vehicle back on land
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of June 10, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/10/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-june-10-2026/) - 11316224Download 11316225Download 11316226Download 11316227Download 11316228Download 11316229Download 11316230Download 11316259Download 11316260Download
- [Nauticals of Marblehead — a second Life](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/11/nauticals-of-marblehead-a-second-life/) - Taking a tour of the Marblehead Sign Museum in the basement of Abbot Hall is always a reminder of how many beloved small businesses and artisans have lived and worked among us. When a cherished, long-time small business closes in Marblehead, it always feels like the end of an era. Nauticals of Marblehead was once
- [MLT to stage angsty Broadway hit, ‘Jagged Little Pill’ ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/12/mlt-to-stage-angsty-broadway-hit-jagged-little-pill/) - Starting June 19, Marblehead Little Theatre will present “Jagged Little Pill,” the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical featuring songs of Alanis Morissette. It premiered on Broadway in 2019. The story follows the Healy family in their suburban Connecticut home as they confront issues including addiction, sexuality and trauma. Steve Black, a Beverly resident, directs this
- [DOC IN A BOX: Your computer isn't mad at you](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/10/doc-in-a-box-your-computer-isnt-mad-at-you/) - One of the biggest misconceptions people have about computers is that they’re supposed to work perfectly all the time. They’re not. Computers are more like cars. They need maintenance, occasional restarts, cleanup, updates and sometimes a little patience. The problem is that most people don’t think about their devices until something goes wrong. Then suddenly
- [LETTER: Election Day was 'inspirational'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/10/letter-election-day-was-inspirational/) - To the editor, Tuesday was an inspirational day. I had the privilege of serving as an election worker and volunteer at the Marblehead High School field house. While it was an honor to be asked to serve in that role, that alone was not the source of my feelings. Instead, my inspiration came from watching
- ['Egregious act of vandalism' at Piper Field; police investigating car on field](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/10/egregious-act-of-vandalism-at-piper-field-police-investigating-car-on-field/) - Marblehead Police are investigating an incident overnight of a car smashing through gates at Marblehead High School's Piper Field and driving onto the field itself, leaving tire marks. Wednesday morning, Superintendent John Robidoux called it "a very unfortunate, egregious act of vandalism." "The incident is still under investigation and the extent of the damage to
- [Marblehead polls close at 8 p.m.; With a few hours to go about 33% of voters had shown up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/09/with-about-three-hours-of-voting-left-more-than-5700-ballots-have-been-cast-in-override-election-approaching-last-years-total/) - At about 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, approximately 5,700 Marblehead residents had cast votes in today's election that will decide an historic, three-tiered property tax override, as well as races for School Committee, Select Board and more. Compare that to the total turnout in last year's municipal election — 6,621. In other words, with three hours left
- [This Election Day, Marblehead voters deciding override, races](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/09/marblehead-votes-tuesday-on-historic-overrides-candidate-races/) - Turnout appears brisk at Abbot Hall and the MHS field house this Election Day. Here's a sampling of supporters outside both polling places. Voters are deciding one of the town's most consequential financial decisions in decades: whether to approve a three-tiered tax override that would permanently increase property taxes and reshape the town's fiscal future.
- [FOOD 101: Berry delicious: Sweet ways to celebrate the season ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/09/food-101-berry-delicious-sweet-ways-to-celebrate-the-season/) - New Englanders are “pick-your-own” enthusiasts. When autumn waves its glorious color, we drive to the nearest orchard carrying baskets to fill with sweet ripe apples. Late spring finds us wandering fields peeking under vines for red and blue treasure — blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries. Some of us with little proximity to fields pick these jewels
- [Select Board doesn’t relish idea of ‘Spirit of ’76’ sullied by hot dog](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/09/select-board-doesnt-relish-idea-of-spirit-of-76-sullied-by-hot-dog/) - A national hot dog marketing campaign celebrating America's 250th birthday will feature Revolutionary-era imagery, George Washington and historic works of art — but not Marblehead's beloved “The Spirit of ’76.” In March, the Select Board unanimously rejected a request from Kayem Foods to use Archibald M. Willard's iconic painting in a nationwide advertising campaign commemorating
- [EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY: Planting for possibility](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/09/everything-will-be-okay-planting-for-possibility/) - Last year, I wrote a column entitled “Pruning and possibility” about the physical act of pruning the trees in my yard as well as things I spend energy on in my life. The goal was to let the light in literally and figuratively. Now in this new light-filled season, I find myself doing the opposite
- [Old trash barrels pile up as town prepares for automated collection](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/old-trash-barrels-pile-up-as-town-prepares-for-automated-collection/) - As Marblehead prepares to transition to a new trash and recycling contract July 1 featuring automated collection, residents are searching for ways to dispose of — or repurpose — their old trash and recycling barrels, which will no longer be compatible with the new system. Over the past several weeks, the town has delivered 16,000
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-71/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Marblehead REV250 walking tourThursday, June 11, 5 p.m.This walking tour with By Lantern Tours explores how Marblehead’s fishermen, mariners and merchants became indispensable to American independence. Walk the harbor streets where citizen-soldiers stepped forward when the outcome was
- [MARBLEHEAD POLICE LOG: Ruckus on Widger Road over early Transfer Station trucks](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/marblehead-police-log-ruckus-on-widger-road-over-early-transfer-station-trucks/) - Saturday, May 9Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 3Abandoned 911 calls: 1Vehicle stops, citations: 0Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 1 10:48 a.m. An officer went to Cross Street to speak to a man who, over the past couple of months, had someone throw a half-eaten apple core at the windshield of his Mercedes-Benz at least three times. In addition,
- [REALITY CHECK: Why is Retirement Board meeting Wednesday?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/reality-check-why-is-retirement-board-meeting-wednesday/) - You may have seen the anti-override citizens group Better Way Marblehead calling attention to a meeting of the town's Retirement Board, which is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, the day after the town election in which voters will decide the fate of a tiered set of general overrides to fund town services and a fourth
- [LETTER: Resident says true heart of MHA is tenants, urges vote for Weeden](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/letter-resident-says-true-heart-of-mha-is-tenants-urges-vote-for-weeden/) - The Housing Authority exists to provide safe, decent and sanitary housing to the more than 500 low-income people who live here; they are the true heart and soul of the MHA. Our governing state agency’s training manual for boards specifies that one of the board’s responsibilities is to advocate for the interests of the tenants.
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Success Drive, town's master plan and bike helmets](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/news-in-brief-success-drive-towns-master-plan-and-bike-helmets/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. SPUR’s Success Drive in gearSummer vacation hasn't started yet, but local nonprofit SPUR is already getting ready for next school year.SPUR has launched its Student Success Drive and is looking for donations to provide local children with the supplies they need on
- [EDITORIAL: Saluting the MHS Class of 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/editorial-saluting-the-mhs-class-of-2026/) - Congratulations to the183 members of Marblehead High School’s Class of 2026, who earned their diplomas last Friday in a joyous ceremony at Piper Field. You are a remarkable group, as Class President Will Cruikshank recently noted, one composed of “athletes, artists, actors, musicians, bright minds, leaders and creators” who don’t fit neatly into any one
- [June brings the start of a championship summer of sailing to Marblehead waters](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/june-brings-the-start-of-a-championship-summer-of-sailing-to-marblehead-waters/) - June is proving to be a top tier month in the sport of sailing in Marblehead with a world championship, the return of the PHRF New England Championship, the Thayer Cup and more to fill the sailing calendar, not to mention the ongoing summer Marblehead Racing Association weekend and week day evening races. The PHRF
- [OBITUARY: Marilyn A. Doane, 82 ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/obituary-marilyn-a-doane-82/) - In loving memory of Marilyn A. Doane, 82, of Marblehead and most recently of Nokomis, Florida, who peacefully passed away, on May 27, 2026, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late William R. Doane of Marblehead. Born in Lynn to Allan and Alberta Shuksteris, she attended St Mary's High School
- [Marblehead to mark Juneteenth with music, food and history](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/marblehead-to-mark-juneteenth-with-music-food-and-history/) - The town of Marblehead, in partnership with the North Shore Juneteenth Association, will host an expanded community Juneteenth celebration June 12 on the Abbot Hall lawn, bringing together residents for an afternoon of music, food, culture and reflection. The free event will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. and will honor the history, culture
- [LETTER: Was it well thought out?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/letter-was-it-well-thought-out/) - To the editor: Two new Marblehead dump barrels were left in front of our house today: one black for trash and the other blue for recycling. So far, so good. But, it was surprising how big they are. They are monstrous, heavy, unwieldy, and look like they could hold a full month’s worth of trash.
- [Fourth graders get muddy for Marblehead's future oyster reefs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/08/fourth-graders-get-muddy-for-marbleheads-future-oyster-reefs/) - At low tide Friday morning along the muddy shoreline of Lead Mills, about 20 Tower School fourth-grade students watched intently as George Thatos explained how a stack of specially designed plates could help restore an entire marine ecosystem. Moments later, the lesson shifted from classroom theory to hands-on science. With his boots sinking deep into
- [Current denied request to attend health board member's info session](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/07/currents-request-to-attend-health-board-members-info-session-denied/) - Tom McMahon, a candidate for re-election to the Board of Health, has denied the Current's request to attend his information session on the override vote and the town's new trash collection program scheduled for Sunday afternoon. Asked whether the press would be welcome to attend, McMahon first asked the Current to prove its lack of
- [Challengers sweep School Committee; voters back $14M in debt-exclusion overrides](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2025/06/10/challengers-sweep-school-committee-voters-back-14m-in-debt-exclusion-overrides/) - In Marblehead’s municipal election Tuesday, voters overwhelmingly rejected both School Committee incumbents, supported the longtime town clerk and elected newcomers to the Board of Health and Select Board. Voters also approved two debt exclusion overrides — raising taxes temporarily — to repair the high school’s leaky roof and renovate the Mary Alley Municipal Building. At
- [MHS boys tennis makes history after beating host Walpole to advance to the D-2 state semifinals against top seed Westborough](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/05/mhs-boys-tennis-makes-history-after-beating-host-walpole-to-advance-to-the-division-2-state-semifinals/) - The fifth-seeded Marblehead High boys tennis team’s historical season continues on into the Division 2 state semifinal round after it defeated host Walpole (15-6), the fourth seed, in an Elite 8 matchup, 3-2 on June 4. Under the direction of first year head coach Karl Tenenholtz, these Magicians are now 20-2 on the season, and
- [Marblehead Class of 2026 graduates, embarks on new chapter](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/05/marblehead-class-of-2026-graduates-embarks-on-new-chapter/) - “Class of 2026, today is about us,” were the words from Marblehead High School salutatorian Ian Chemel during an address to the graduating class of 2026 at Piper Field on Friday night. “We’re done! We did it! We got up for that dreaded 7:55 a.m. bell however many hundreds of times," Chemel added. "We pushed
- [Swimming in numbers: A user’s guide to the four override calculators](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/05/swimming-in-numbers-a-users-guide-to-the-four-override-calculators/) - Residents may have noticed that if you use the various override calculators to calculate the tax impact of the upcoming override vote, you get different answers. To help explain why that is, we ran the home value of a $1 million property through each calculator and spoke with the creators of the calculators to clarify
- [Early in-person voting ends with long lines; Election Day is Tuesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/04/early-in-person-voting-starts-tuesday-on-historic-tax-overrides-candidates/) - As Marblehead decides a historic, tiered override that would hike taxes permanently, voters took advantage of three days of in-person, early voting at Abbot Hall. The line stretched through the building on just before the polls (inside the Town Clerk's Office) closed. Up next: Election Day on June 9, when residents may cast their votes
- [Oh, the places they'll go](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/04/oh-the-places-theyll-go/) - Marblehead High School will present diplomas to 183 graduating seniors on Friday evening. What's next for these young people as they leave MHS? Check it out.
- [LETTER: Writers believe ‘Marblehead deserves better’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/04/letter-writers-believe-marblehead-deserves-better/) - In 2022, Marblehead voters approved Article 11: $12,475,000 for road and sidewalk repairs. Residents supported this funding to fix deteriorating infrastructure, not expand it. A 2024 study found that our town's 71+ miles of sidewalks need an estimated $61 million in repairs. At the 2026 Town Meeting we learned Marblehead has only 14% of the
- [Current, Mariner present scholarship to MHS senior, reporter](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/04/current-mariner-present-scholarship-to-mhs-senior-reporter/) - The Current — in collaboration with The Mariner — was proud to present the Ed Bell and Fraffie Welch Scholarship to graduating Marblehead High School senior Grey Collins. Current President Bob Peck handed the scholarship to Collins at the MHS Scholarship Night on Tuesday. The scholarship is in memory of Current co-founder and legendary newsman
- [Bery Burdin Sanford, former Marblehead educator, Holocaust survivor](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/03/bery-burdin-sanford-former-marblehead-educator-holocaust-survivor/) - With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Bery Burdin Sanford, whose strength, elegance and beauty touched all who knew her. She lived a life marked by extraordinary courage, resilience and unwavering devotion to her family, leaving behind a legacy of love that will endure for generations. Born on September 15, 1930,
- [MHS girls tennis advances to the Sweet 16 against host Duxbury later today at 4 p.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/03/mhs-girls-tennis-advances-to-the-sweet-16-against-host-duxbury-later-today-at-4-p-m/) - As the 14th seed in the Division 2 power rankings, the Marblehead High girls tennis team (12-6) took on Nauset Regional (8-9), the 19th seed, at home in the Round of 32 on May 26, and ended up defeating the Warriors, 4-1. Since the win, these Magicians have had plenty of time to rest up
- [Marblehead High laxmen face host Mansfield tonight at 7:30 p.m. in the Sweet 16](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/03/marblehead-high-laxmen-face-host-mansfield-tonight-at-730-p-m-in-the-sweet-16/) - The Marblehead High boys lacrosse team (14-5) entered the Division 2 state tournament as the 20th seed, and as a result it had to travel to Westboro to take on the Rangers (14-4), the 13th seed, last Friday afternoon, May 29, in a Round of 32 game. But that didn’t deter Coach John Wilkens’ young
- [Hundreds cheer MHS seniors at red-carpet prom sendoff](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/hundreds-cheer-mhs-seniors-at-red-carpet-prom-sendoff/) - Marblehead High School seniors received a celebrity-style sendoff Monday evening as they walked a literal red carpet on their way to prom at the Beauport Hotel in Gloucester. Hundreds of parents, friends, teachers and fellow students lined the path from the school field house to the buses waiting in the circular driveway, cheering, applauding and
- [Temporary repairs to begin this week at Stramski’s Pier after February damage](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/03/temporary-repairs-to-begin-this-week-at-stramskis-pier-after-february-damage/) - Temporary repairs are about to underway at Stramski’s Pier as town officials race to reopen the popular waterfront facility before the height of the summer boating season. The town-owned pier suffered significant structural damage when a sailboat broke free from its mooring during a February blizzard and slammed into the structure. Harbor officials estimate permanent
- [Music, food & history to mark Marblehead Juneteenth celebration](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/03/music-food-history-to-mark-marblehead-juneteenth-celebration/) - The town of Marblehead, in partnership with the North Shore Juneteenth Association, will host an expanded community Juneteenth celebration June 12 on the Abbot Hall lawn, bringing together residents for an afternoon of music, food, culture and reflection. The free event will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. and will honor the history, culture
- [Marblehead High seniors prepare for graduation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/03/marblehead-high-seniors-prepare-for-graduation/) - Final preparations are underway for the Marblehead High School Class of 2026 graduation ceremony, set for Friday, June 5, at 6 p.m. The school will graduate 183 seniors this year. Commencement exercises are scheduled to take place on Piper Field, with the ceremony moving inside the field house in the event of rain. The MHS
- [CLASS of '26: President Cruikshank reflects on running, leadership and community](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/03/class-of-26-president-cruikshank-reflects-on-running-leadership-and-community/) - As president of the Marblehead High School Class of 2026, Will Cruikshank has spent the year helping lead his classmates toward graduation while reflecting on a high school experience shaped by challenges, friendships and miles of running through town streets. “Remote learning during COVID and the teacher strike were probably the two biggest challenges,” Cruikshank
- [CLASS OF '26: From Gerry/Coffin School to valedictorian: Joy Meshulam charts her own path.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/02/class-of-26-from-gerry-coffin-school-to-valedictorian-joy-meshulam-charts-her-own-path/) - When Marblehead High School senior Joy Meshulam got a call from Principal Michele Carlson the day before February break, her first thought was panic. “I was in the library studying,” she recalled. “Dr. Carlson called me and I thought, ‘Oh my god, what did I do wrong?’” Instead, Carlson delivered unexpected news. “You’re valedictorian.” For
- [LETTER: McCarthy is the 'Header we should all want on Rec & Parks](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/02/letter-mccarthy-is-the-header-we-should-all-want-on-rec-parks/) - To the editor: This June 9, we ask that you join us in voting for Mike McCarthy for Marblehead Recreation and Parks Commission. We met "Coach Mike" almost immediately upon our arrival in Marblehead as parents of three kids involved in Marblehead Youth Sports. For most of the last eight years, our son has been
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-19/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Jazz evening Thursday, June 4, 7-10:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)The jazz artist Alex Minasian Quartet will perform at The Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St. Enjoy a cash bar. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased
- [COLUMN: A voter’s plain-English guide to the June 9 override questions](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/02/column-a-voters-plain-english-guide-to-the-june-9-override-questions/) - What's on your ballot, what each level costs, and how to vote for exactly what you want If you have looked at the June 9 ballot and wondered why there are four separate override questions, you are not alone. The ballot can look confusing at first glance. Here is a straightforward explanation of what each
- [COLUMN: School Committee update](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/02/column-school-committee-update/) - June 9 override ballot: What you need to know Marblehead voters will see three override questions on the June 9 ballot. Here is a brief recap of why the override was proposed and how the vote works. Why the override is needed The School Committee approved a $47.6 million FY27 budget that required eliminating 18.25
- [SUSTAINABLE MARBLEHEAD: World Oceans Day weekend celebrations planned for Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/02/sustainable-marblehead-world-oceans-day-weekend-celebrations-planned-for-marblehead/) - On June 5, 6 and 8 the town of Marblehead will join communities around the globe in recognizing World Oceans Day — a time to celebrate and protect one of our planet’s most vital resources. With a proud maritime history and deep coastal roots, Marblehead is uniquely connected to the ocean — environmentally, economically and
- [Headlight: June 3, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/headlight-june-3-2026/) - Check out the final issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight for the 2025-26 school year. In this edition: Assistant Editor Anna Cruikshank, a sophomore, reports on the future plans of the MHS Class of 2026. Sophomore reporter Jack Buckley recaps a successful season for the MHS JV baseball team. Assistant Editor Evan Eisen reflects on
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of June 3, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-june-3-2026/) - 11315700Download 11315701Download 11315702Download 11315703Download 11315704Download 11315705Download 11315706Download 11315707Download 11315708Download 11315709Download 11315710Download
- [Signs point to… not the whole story](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/signs-point-to-not-the-whole-story/) - By now, you likely have seen them on lawns throughout town: the anti-override group Better Way Marblehead’s signs, which read “$7,500+ Per Home Every 3 Years, Forever!” Some residents may have wondered, “Is that true?” Here’s our assessment. WHAT THE SIGN GETS RIGHT: The overrides the town will be voting on June 9 are, in
- [MARBLEHEAD MUSINGS: The overrides and 3A](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/marblehead-musings-the-overrides-and-3a/) - On June 9, voters will get to decide the outcome of four override proposals. Here are some musings and perspectives. And 3A ain’t done and gone. Let’s talk trash The least discussed and consequently the least understood issue facing voters (and even some Town officials) are the options for funding curbside trash and recyclable pick-up.
- [LETTER: Cyclist sends thanks to mystery ‘savoir’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/letter-cyclist-sends-thanks-to-mystery-savoir/) - To the editor: I am 83 years old, suffer from COPD and evidently some cognitive issues as well, because on Wednesday, June 20, I was peddling my beloved ebike along Atlantic Avenue in 91-degree heat, when my rear tire exploded. I was pushing the bike along the roadside, under the blistering sun gasping for breath,
- [LETTER: Vote 'no' on 1, 2 & 3; 'yes' on 4](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/letter-vote-no-on-1-2-3-yes-on-4/) - To the editor: Many of you may recall my 25 years as an elected official serving as chairman of the Board of Health andas a Selectman. Throughout that time and in other volunteer work for the town, I tried to enhance servicesbut always mindful of the taxpayers. I have supported some tax increases and opposed
- [LETTER: Lend your voice to the Marblehead Master Plan 2037](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/letter-lend-your-voice-to-the-marblehead-master-plan-2037/) - To the editor: While many of us are focused heavily on the current fiscal challenges facing our community, Marblehead residents also have another opportunity to provide input to Marblehead’s longer-term future. On Saturday, June 13, the town of Marblehead, MAPC and representatives from the Marblehead Master Plan 2037 Advisory Group, who are guiding this process
- [LETTER: Veterans agent says ‘thank you’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/letter-veterans-agent-says-thank-you/) - To the editor: Thank you to the many volunteers who came out to help place all our Veteran Flags on our graves as well as to those who supported our events this past Memorial Day weekend. Special thank you to the Masons, for providing our Veterans with a fabulous breakfast and to the many volunteers
- [Pride, puppies and planning ... all in News in Brief](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/pride-puppies-and-planning-all-in-news-in-brief/) - Want a say in town’s future? Check out this open house.Imagine Marblehead 10 years from now. How would you describe what it looks like and what makes it special? What do you want to leave for the next generation? The town wants to know. The town of Marblehead is in the process of updating one
- [LETTER: Marblehead municipal workers weigh in on override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/letter-2/) - To the editor, On June 9, our community faces an important decision. The override vote is not simply about numbers on a spreadsheet; it is about the people who provide the services that residents depend on every day. Municipal employees are the ones who maintain our roads and public buildings, support our schools, assist residents,
- [EDITORIAL: Vote ‘yes’ on 3 (and 1 and 2)](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/editorial-vote-yes-on-3-and-1-and-2/) - The last time Marblehead passed a general override of Proposition 2 1/2, gas was $2 a gallon, “The Office” and “Grey's Anatomy” were new to TV, Carrie Underwood had just won “American Idol,” and Tom Brady had only three Super Bowl rings. Someone born that year (2005) is now old enough to vote on June
- [OBITUARY: Dolly G. Reilly, (Linda), 81](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/obituary-dolly-g-reilly-linda-81/) - Dolly G. Reilly, (Linda), 81, of Marblehead, passed away unexpectedly on April 27, 2026, after complications related to a fall. Dolly was born on July 9, 1944, in Elgin, Illinois, to Orval and Marie Graening and earned her “nickname,” which became her proper name, from her father, who said she reminded him of a beautiful
- [OBITUARY: Carole A. Hartling, 90](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/obituary-carole-a-hartling-90/) - Carole A. Hartling, beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Marblehead community, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 90 years old. Born in Troy, New York, in 1934, Carole graduated from Lansingburgh High School and soon embarked on a career in the airline industry. It was
- [OBITUARY: Tom Morris, 61](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/obituary-tom-morris-61/) - Tom Morris died unexpectedly on May 25, Memorial Day. He was born in Burlington, Vermont on April 25, 1965, and grew up in Marblehead. He went to the Gerry, Story, Roads, Seaside and Bell schools and graduated from Marblehead High School in 1983; later going to college at Johnson State College in Vermont before moving
- [POLICE LOG: Officer tries to get to core of apple-throwing incidents](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/police-log-officer-tries-to-get-to-core-of-apple-throwing-incidents/) - Sunday, May 3Alarms: 0Building/property checks: 8Abandoned 911 calls: 3Vehicle stops, citations: 0 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 1 1:17 p.m. An officer assisted with a disabled vehicle on Leggs Hill Road. 3:06 p.m. An officer went to Mugford Street to speak with a woman who had about $700 stolen from her National Grand Bank account. The woman
- [Preschoolers plant garden to feed families in need](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/06/01/preschoolers-plant-garden-to-feed-families-in-need/) - On Wednesday morning, May 20, the raised gardens on Community Road were buzzing with activity, as preschool students spent the morning digging in the earth, planting vegetables and learning about gardening from their teachers. Soon, the fruits (and vegetables) of their labor will be delivered to the Marblehead Food Pantry by the Manna Project to
- [Cod and Whale auction kicks off with first-look party](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/30/cod-and-whale-auction-kicks-off-with-first-look-party/) - Marblehead residents Amy and Alf Wilson decided to do something new for their date night on Friday, May 29. For the first time, they went to the annual Cod and Whale first-look party held at Abbot Hall. With dozens of other locals attending, the couple marveled at the 55 cod and 12 whale art pieces
- [BREAKING NEWS: Marblehead native Moulton secures ballot spot in Senate race](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/30/breaking-news-marblehead-native-moulton-secures-ballot-spot-in-senate-race/) - WORCESTER, MA — Congressman Seth Moulton, a Marblehead native who recently bought a house in town, officially secured his spot on the September primary ballot for the United States Senate, successfully clearing the state party’s 15% threshold at the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic State Convention at the DCU Center in Worcester. Moulton earned 27% of the
- [Marblehead Senior Project showcase reveals talents, interests of Class of 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/marblehead-senior-project-showcase-reveals-talents-interests-of-class-of-2026/) - Marblehead High School seniors shared everything from dog-training techniques to motorcycle repair, kayak building and social media marketing during the school’s annual Senior Project Gallery Walk on Friday, May 29, where nearly 170 students presented months of independent work to parents, teachers, School Committee members and Superintendent John Robidoux. Held inside the high school field
- [LETTER: Noonan a 'courageous' leader](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/letter-noonan-a-courageous-leader/) - To the editor: With our community once again facing difficult decisions, I will be supporting Erin Noonan for Select Board. Ms. Noonan is an experienced lawmaker who has brought a balanced and measured approach to the Select Board for five years, with a focus on advancing our town’s beauty and appeal. During her election campaign
- [LETTER: Re-elect Jean Eldridge to the Housing Authority](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/letter-re-elect-jean-eldridge-to-the-housing-authority/) - To the editor: Jean Eldridge has served the Marblehead Housing Authority for several terms, bringing experience, institutional knowledge and unwavering commitment to the residents she serves. Our Housing Authority reflects the uniqueness of our town; “one size fits all” policies seldom apply. What works in a large city may very well fall flat here. Jean
- [LETTER: Noonan has proved to be ‘valuable asset’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/letter-noonan-has-proved-to-be-valuable-asset/) - To the editor: Next week, I will be casting my vote for Erin Noonan for Select Board. She has proved to be an incredibly valuable asset to our governing board now for five years. She originally ran for Select Board because she could see the structural deficit in our finances, the housing needs of our
- [LETTER: Override has support of PTO/PCOs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/letter-override-has-support-of-pto-pcos/) - To the editor: The Marblehead Public School PTO/PCOs have voted to endorse an override that provides long-term support for schools, infrastructure and essential town services. We will be hosting a zoom override information session for the caregivers of Marblehead Public School students with various town officials on May 28. We encourage all Marbleheaders to vote
- [LETTER: Departing member urges Noonan’s return](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/letter-departing-member-urges-noonans-return/) - To the editor: After many years serving on the Marblehead Select Board, I am stepping down. As I reflect on my time in that seat, one thing I know for certain is that this town has been fortunate to have Erin Noonan serving alongside me. I am writing to ask Marblehead voters to return her
- [OBITUARY: Stephen Whitney Bradley, Sr., 81](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/obituary-stephen-whitney-bradley-sr-81/) - Stephen Whitney Bradley, Sr., 81, died in Durham, North Carolina, on April 17, 2026. He will be remembered for his adventurous spirit and the generous way he showed up for family, friends and people in need around the world. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, in 1944 to Samuel Whitney Bradley and Mary Louise Rumsey, Stephen spent
- [Leahy, Russo represent MHS at National Women and Girls in Sports Day](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/leahy-russo-represent-mhs-at-national-women-and-girls-in-sports-day/) - On May 19, the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association hosted the annual celebration of National Women and Girls in Sports Day at Faneuil Hall in Boston. This event recognizes two exceptional female athletes from each high school in the state. It’s designed to honor their contributions to their respective sports, commitment to sportsmanship and excellence in
- [Former MHS girls basketball coach Paul Moran heads home to coach the Big Blue boys once again](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/former-mhs-girls-basketball-coach-paul-moran-heads-home-to-coach-the-big-blue-boys-once-again/) - For the past eight years, Paul Moran has coached the Marblehead High girls basketball team, while compiling a 99-68 overall record. But that all changed earlier this month, when he accepted the Swampscott High boys basketball job, a position that he also held two decades ago. Moran has been a part of the Northeastern Conference
- [MHS softball, boys lacrosse begin postseason Friday, May 29](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/mhs-softball-boys-lacrosse-begin-postseason-friday-may-29/) - MHS Softball Coach Johnny Gold secures win No. 250 in regular season finale The girls softball team (12-8) completed the regular season last week with two home wins – Winthrop (12-0, May 18) and Newburyport (9-0, May 21) – sandwiched around a close 2-1 loss to host Danvers on May 20. These Magicians are the
- [Marblehead’s Modica takes center stage at pro-housing rally on Beacon Hill](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/marbleheads-modica-takes-center-stage-at-pro-housing-rally-on-beacon-hill/) - Under the sweltering sun outside the State House May 27, a large crowd of pro-housing advocates gathered on the front steps of Beacon Hill to urge lawmakers to pass zoning reforms aimed at accelerating housing production across the state. But even at a rally centered on a statewide housing crisis, Marblehead repeatedly found itself at
- [In new book, local author explores survival, shipwreck and the Pacific ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/in-new-book-local-author-explores-survival-shipwreck-and-the-pacific/) - For bestselling author Eric Jay Dolin, the wreck of the whaleship Mentor was more than a forgotten maritime disaster — it was the beginning of what he calls “a wild story.” Dolin’s newest book, “The Wreck of the Mentor: A True Story of Death, Despair and Deliverance in the Age of Sail,” comes out June
- [New Brick Kitchen exhibit centers humanity of enslaved people](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/new-brick-kitchen-exhibit-centers-humanity-of-enslaved-people/) - A new permanent exhibit opening June 1 at the Marblehead Museum’s Brick Kitchen seeks to tell a difficult but deeply human story about the lives of enslaved people who lived and worked in Marblehead. Housed inside the museum’s newly restored Brick Kitchen building on Washington Street, the exhibit features 10 striking portraits by Peabody artist
- [LETTER: Schaeffner ‘exactly what Marblehead needs’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/letter-schaeffner-exactly-what-marblehead-needs/) - To the editor: It is my pleasure to submit this letter in strong support of Jenn Schaeffner for Select Board. Jenn Schaeffner is exactly what Marblehead needs during our current financial hardships. She has a proven track record of fiscal responsibility during her time on the School Committee through careful budgeting and holding administrators accountable
- [Vote yes to support ‘connective tissue’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/vote-yes-to-support-connective-tissue/) - To the editor: Marblehead’s police, fire and first responders; parks, playgrounds and beaches; roads, sidewalks and bridges; community center, senior center and counseling center; Abbot Public Library; wharves, waterfront and harbors; Abbot Hall and the Old Town House; and public schools are our connective tissue. They’re vitally important to children, adults and the elderly. Our
- [LETTER: Why I support Fox for School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/letter-why-i-support-fox-for-school-committee/) - To the editor, I am writing to express my strong support for Sarah Fox for Marblehead School Committee. Sarah has consistently demonstrated the kind of leadership our schools and community need: thoughtful, courageous and willing to make difficult decisions in the best interest of students and taxpayers alike. At a time when Marblehead Public Schools
- [VIDEO: What's a question you would ask your Marblehead neighbors?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/27/video-whats-a-question-you-would-ask-your-marblehead-neighbors/) - The Current is proud to share the video series, Harborside, by Marblehead High students Max Kane and Grey Collins. The two aim to capture authentic stories and foster understanding between neighbors by asking Marbleheaders on the street to answer questions on camera. Each video has a different theme — this one focuses on questions that
- [OBITUARY: James Stevenson Munro Jr., 100](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/27/obituary-james-stevenson-munro-jr-100/) - James Stevenson Munro Jr. died on May 14, 2026, at his home in Nahant, surrounded by family. Born 100 years ago in Bennington, Vermont, on Jan. 29, 1926, he was the oldest of five children to James Stevenson Munro and Violet Powell Munro of Newton, Massachusetts. He spent his childhood between Newton; Pictou County, Nova
- [Marblehead to roll out 16,000 new trash, recycling carts next week ahead of automated pickup](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/27/marblehead-to-roll-out-16000-new-trash-recycling-carts-next-week-ahead-of-automated-pickup/) - Sixteen thousand new trash and recycling carts will begin arriving at homes and businesses across Marblehead next week as the town transitions to an automated collection system. “Trash and recycling will only be collected from town-issued barrels/carts beginning July 1,” Health Director Andrew Petty wrote in an email to the Current. “Items outside of barrels
- [Honoring Marblehead's heroes Memorial Day](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/honoring-marbleheads-heroes-this-memorial-day/) - Vietnam veteran Ronald Robinson, 88, saluted the flag, sitting in his wheelchair in Monument Park in front of hundreds of raincoat-clad onlookers, as Cub Scouts led the crowd in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at the start of the Marblehead Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday. “I lost a lot of comrades in Vietnam, and I’m
- [Overrides, trust and town’s path forward debated at candidates forum](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/27/overrides-trust-and-towns-path-forward-debated-at-candidates-forum/) - As the town faces four general override questions that would permanently increase property taxes, candidates for multiple boards and committees made their pitches at the Marblehead League of Women Voters candidates forum Tuesday night. The election is June 9. About 100 people crowded into the high school library to listen to candidates for Select Board,
- [Drive on the Lynnway? The state wants to hear from you](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/drive-on-the-lynnway-the-state-wants-to-hear-from-you/) - The state is planning the Lynnway Multimodal Corridor Project featuring "safety and reliability improvements" for people who drive, walk, bike or take public transportation in Lynn. The project is expected to impact Marblehead residents who commute on the Lynnway into Boston. The MBTA is partnering with the city of Lynn, the Department of Conservation and
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-18/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Set sailMondays & Wednesdays, 5:30-8 p.m. In this evening sailing class you’ll learn the basics and build confidence on the water. The experience is suitable for beginners and for those with some knowledge of sailing. Sign
- [GUEST COLUMN: 'What voters should know before June 9'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/guest-columnwhat-voters-should-know-before-june-9/) - By Molly Teets On Tuesday, June 9, Marblehead voters will weigh in on a tiered general override (Questions 1, 2 and 3) to address the town’s $7.7 million operating budget deficit. As a member of the Finance Committee during this most challenging budget season, I have been deeply involved in the FY27 budget process and
- [EDITORIAL: Remembering their sacrifice](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/editorial-remembering-their-sacrifice/) - "That nation which respects and honors its dead, shall ever be respected and honored itself.” — Brevet Lt. Col. Edmund B. Whitman, 1868. English journalist, novelist and poet G.K. Chesterton once wrote, “The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him but because he loves what is behind him.” In
- [Brown School students lace up for Fun Run](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/brown-school-students-lace-up-for-fun-run/) - About 450 Brown School pre-K through third-grade students dressed in a rainbow of colors and raised more than $31,000 during the school community’s 10th annual Fun Run on May 21. Wearing tie-dyed t-shirts, the kids, ages 3-10, celebrated fitness and school spirit. The fundraiser received donations from 22 states and countries around the world, as far away
- [Marblehead's gas-powered leaf blower ban in effect](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/marbleheads-gas-powered-leaf-blower-ban-in-effect/) - Marblehead’s seasonal ban on gas-powered leaf blowers is now in effect. The ban runs Memorial Day through Labor Day. The ban was approved at the 2022 Town Meeting after several years of debate. The first violation results in a written violation. The second violation comes with a $100 fine. For the third and any violation
- [CEMETERY COMMISSION: Rose McCarthy](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/cemetery-commission-rose-mccarthy/) - Former member of the Cemetery Commission and Rec & Parks What skills and experience would you bring to the Cemetery Commission? I have served on the Cemetery Commission. Why do you want to run for the Cemetery Commission? I want to run because there is an opening. It’s our duty to bury our loved ones
- [CEMETERY COMMISSION: Sally Sands](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/cemetery-commission-sally-sands/) - Retired preschool owner, served on Old & Historic Commission, served 12 years as funeral deacon for Old North Church What skills and experience would you bring to the Cemetery Commission? I owned and operated a successful preschool business in Marblehead for 20 years, which involved budgeting and record keeping, collaboration and cooperation with parents, and
- [HOUSING AUTHORITY: Jeffrey Weeden](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/housing-authority-jeffrey-weeden/) - Has worked at Lynn Housing Authority for more than 16 years What experience/skills do you bring to the table? I have been involved with public housing for over 16 years working for the Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development as its director of planning and development. In this capacity, I have been awarded and oversee
- [HOUSING AUTHORITY: Jean Eldridge](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/housing-authority-jean-eldridge/) - Has served on the Housing Authority for many years What experience/skills do you bring to the table? I’ve been on the Housing Authority for several years. I know pretty much what’s needed in Marblehead. If re-elected, what are your goals for the MHA? Our goal is always to provide housing for more people. People need
- [League of Women Voters to host Candidates Night](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/league-of-women-voters-to-host-candidates-night/) - Yhe League of Women Voters will host its Candidates Night on Tuesday, May 26, at 7 p.m. in the high school library. Residents may arrive at 6:30 p.m. to meet and speak with candidates. Elizabeth Foster-Nolan, president of the Massachusetts League of Women Voters, will moderate. The forum will feature candidates in the following races:
- [TOWN MODERATOR: Jack Attridge](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/town-moderator-jack-attridge/) - Town moderator, realtor Why are you running again for moderator? I am running again because I care deeply about Marblehead and believe strong, fair leadership at town meeting matters. The moderator plays a critical role in preserving trust in the process. Over the last four years, I have worked hard to make Town Meeting organized,
- [RECREATION & PARKS: Karin Ernst](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/recreation-parks-karin-ernst/) - Rec & Parks commissioner for five years, board member of Manna Project of the North Shore, medical sales representative If re-elected, what are your goals for your term? If re-elected, I would like to continue working on the Reynolds Project with the other commissioners. Open the new Memorial Park. I would love to look at
- [RECREATION & PARKS: Chris Kennedy](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/recreation-parks-chris-kennedy/) - Rec & Parks commissioner since 2025, local business owner, coach If re-elected, what are goals for your term? To continue to work on accessibility and condition of our parks, beaches and sports fields. What skills/experience do you bring to the table? As a lifelong Marbleheader, local business owner, coach and athlete, I am extremely vested
- [RECREATION & PARKS: Shelly Bedrossian](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/recreation-parks-shelly-bedrossian/) - Served three terms on Rec & Parks If re-elected, what are your goals for your term? If re-elected, my goal is to complete Phase 1 of the Reynolds Park Refurbishment Project, which is currently at 30% design phase. I am grateful to the town departments, neighbors and sports leaders for working together to make this
- [RECREATION & PARKS: Larry Simpson](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/recreation-parks-larry-simpson/) - Served on Recreation & Parks Commission for one year, garden designer/property manager If re-elected, what are your goals for your term? There are endless issues that should be addressed by the Recreation and Parks Commission. My top three goals would be 1) to facilitate and improve cooperation between pickleball players and the neighbors, 2) ensure
- [RECREATION & PARKS: Mike McCarthy](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/recreation-parks-mike-mccarthy/) - Commercial, corporate real estate, coach If elected, what are your goals for your term? Hope for the best and plan for the worst. The course of the next year may be driven by the results of the override. My plan is to make decisions based upon safety, cleanliness and preservation. My goal is to make
- [RECREATION & PARKS: Ken Klaiman](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/recreation-parks-ken-klaiman/) - Works in investor relations, former member of the Northeast Arc board If elected, what are your goals for your term? My goals center on strengthening Marblehead’s parks and recreation system so it is more sustainable, accessible, and responsive to how residents use these spaces today. First, I would prioritize the continued stewardship of our parks,
- [LETTER: Anti-override group makes misleading claims](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/letter-anti-override-group-makes-misleading-claims/) - To the editor: Recently an anti-override group released a position paper opposing a general override and proposing an alternative way forward. While we appreciate that residents are asking tough questions about the override, the paper presents a number of misleading claims and unrealistic assumptions. First, it repeatedly refers to a supposed $1.5 million “surplus” in
- [MARBLEHEAD POLICE LOG: Porch pirate pinches package of panties](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/marblehead-police-log-porch-pirate-pinches-package-of-panties/) - Wednesday, April 29Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 6Abandoned 911 calls: 2Vehicle stops, citations: 0 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 12:30 a.m. An officer investigated a street-sweeping violation on Barnard Street. A vehicle was towed. 8:18 a.m. An officer assisted at the scene of a vehicle crash on Atlantic Avenue and Hathaway Road. 3:56 p.m. An officer was dispatched
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Call for fireworks display donations, Rotary presents scholarships](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/news-in-brief-call-for-fireworks-display-donations-rotary-presents-scholarships/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Call for fireworks display donations The town’s Fireworks Committee is planning a special show this July 4 to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday, and it is looking for donations. Marblehead’s fireworks show is consistently voted “top 10 in the country
- [Town marking Memorial Day with ceremonies, parade](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/town-to-mark-memorial-day-with-ceremonies-parade/) - Marblehead will mark Memorial Day this coming weekend with a series of events honoring the nation’s fallen service members. The observances begin Friday, May 22, with a Veterans Breakfast hosted by the Council on Aging at 9 a.m. The event is sponsored by the Masons. The breakfast will be followed by grave flagging at Star
- [LETTER: Clucas has many positive qualities](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/letter-clucas-has-many-positive-qualities/) - To the editor: We are writing to support Melissa Clucas for the School Committee. She brings a much-needed fiscal expertise, a willingness to work with her colleagues in a collaborative nature and excellent communication skills among many other positive qualities. We met Melissa and her family in 2021 at a birthday party for a mutual
- [LETTER: A vote for Fox is a vote for experience, expertise](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/29/letter-a-vote-for-fox-is-a-vote-for-experience-expertise/) - To the editor: I am writing in support of Sarah Fox for election to the Marblehead School Committee. As a parent of three with one still in the Marblehead schools, I have watched the decline of hard-won transparency on our School Committee since Fox’s departure. Transparency is especially crucial this year as we face unprecedented
- [LETTER: Marblehead has paid lower property taxes for years](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/letter-marblehead-has-paid-lower-property-taxes-for-years/) - To the editor: With the June 9 override vote approaching, it is important to consider how Marblehead compares to similar communities. For more than 21 years, Marblehead avoided a general override. As a result, our tax burden is now among the lowest of our peers. Today, Marblehead’s average single-family tax bill is approximately $11,100 per
- [LETTER: A vote to continue School Committee momentum](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/letter-a-vote-to-continue-school-committee-momentum/) - To the editor: I love Marblehead. I am proud to call this town my family’s home. And we weathered a storm in our amazing seaside community with our town’s leadership for the last few years, and we are finally coming out on the other side. Why is that? Because our friends and neighbors overwhelmingly voted
- [LETTER: Support library with ‘yes’ vote on 1, 2 and 3](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/28/letter-support-library-with-yes-vote-on-1-2-and-3/) - To the editor: For the past 150 years, Abbot Public Library has served as a cornerstone of education, community and culture for the town of Marblehead, providing free access to information, programming, technology and gathering space. Our newly renovated building has strengthened our long-standing community traditions, expanded our digital and physical collections, and supported a
- [LETTER: Local pediatrician supports Selbst for Board of Health](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/27/letter-local-pediatrician-supports-selbst-for-board-of-health/) - To the editor: I am writing to express my unconditional support of Dr. Julie Selbst for a seat on the Marblehead Board of Health. I have known Julie for about 15 years now, and in that time she has consistently impressed me with her knowledge (about everything!) and her commitment to all that she does,
- [LETTER: Noonan for Select Board](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/27/letter-noonan-for-select-board/) - To the editor: I’m enthusiastically voting for Erin Noonan for Select Board as she has demonstrated her commitment to Marblehead with clarity, curiosity and courage. When I have conversations with Erin, I am confident she is respectfully listening and telling me her candid views. For an example of how Erin communicates, I recommend reading the
- [LETTER: Select Board candidate updates override position](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/26/letter-select-board-candidate-updates-override-position/) - To the editor: Recently, I answered this question for the Current’s Candidates Guide: “Do you support the override this June? Which tier will you vote for and why?” This letter to the editor updates my position based on additional information that I learned this week. The update is important to me because it shows the
- [LETTER: Join me in supporting Schaeffner for Select Board](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/letter-join-me-in-supporting-schaeffner-for-select-board/) - To the editor: I have known Jennifer for almost 50 years, and I would trust her with my life. Although we can disagree on labor issues and do not always align politically, I truly believe she is the best candidate for the Marblehead Select Board. Jenn is a lifelong resident, raised her children here and
- [LETTER: Why I’m running for Board of Health](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/letter-why-im-running-for-board-of-health/) - To the editor: I am running for the Marblehead Board of Health because I care deeply about the health, safety and well-being of our community. As an anesthesiologist for over 25 years, I’ve been focused on the safety of thousands of patients in the operating room during what are often the most stressful moments in
- [LETTER: Senior housing resident a 'yes' on override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/letter-senior-housing-resident-a-yes-on-override/) - To the editor: As an 87-year-old resident of senior subsidized housing in Marblehead, I am voting in support of Questions 1, 2 and 3 in the election on Tuesday, June 9. I believe these measures will help strengthen our community and contribute to a better Marblehead for residents of all ages. I care deeply about
- [LETTER: Former school super endorses Clucas, Jordan ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/letter-former-school-super-endorses-clucas-jordan/) - To the editor: Last year at this time, the voters of Marblehead overwhelmingly voted for a major change in a School Committee membership desperate for change. Two incumbents each lost by approximately 4,000 votes to two newcomers. In early summer, another incumbent resigned, allowing for a third newcomer to be appointed. Melissa Clucas was that
- [LETTER: A vote in their memory](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/letter-a-vote-in-their-memory/) - To the editor In memory of… Last week, this retired Marblehead teacher-coach (middle and high school history and head baseball and softball and assistant basketball coach) attended Barbara Kulevich’s meaningful and memorable funeral at Star of the Sea Church. Barbara’s son, Tom, and her daughters, Mary-Beth and Jo-Mary, delivered masterfully a three-part eulogy that captured
- [OBITUARY: Gene Kelly Hower, 92](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/obituary-gene-kelly-hower-92/) - Gene Kelly Hower, 92, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Mariner Assisted Living facility in Marblehead. Born in 1933, in St. Joseph, Missouri, Gene lived a long, full life marked by kindness, resilience and an easy sense of humor that drew people to him. Gene was predeceased by his beloved wife
- [Headlight: May 27, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/headlight-may-27-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Assistant Editor Georgia Marshall recaps her and her classmates' Junior Prom. Senior Nathaniel Carper-Young concludes his review of the top five movies in this year's Academy Award Best Picture field, concluding with the winner, "One Battle After Another," calling it a "total
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of May 27, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/25/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-may-27-2026/) - 11315154Download 11315155Download 11315156Download 11315157Download
- [Marblehead's annual Paint Out draws artists from around New England](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/24/marbleheads-annual-paint-out-draws-artists-from-around-new-england/) - The Old & Historic District was transformed last week into a scene from 19th-century France — though with fishing shanties and beaches instead of poppy fields — as painters stood over their easels in the open air and serenely dabbed paint onto their canvases. Twenty plein air painters — practicing the art of outdoor painting
- [Marblehead pride group paints rainbow bench](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/23/marblehead-pride-group-paints-rainbow-bench/) - The Marblehead Pride Committee brought a little more color to the Old & Historic District Saturday, painting a rainbow bench at the corner of Washington and Pleasant streets. "We wanted to honor LGBTQ residents — past, present and future," said Nick Esposito of the committee. Marblehead's pride flag rising is June 14, 11 a.m., at
- [New group urges rejection of non-trash override questions, calls for special Town Meeting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/22/new-group-urges-rejection-of-non-trash-override-questions-calls-for-special-town-meeting/) - A group calling itself “Better Way Marblehead” is urging voters to reject override questions 1, 2 and 3 (for $9 million, $12 million and $15 million respectively) at the ballot box on June 9 and to support Question 4, the town’s $2.3 million trash override. The group is also calling for a special town meeting.
- [Marblehead Police officers honored in restored Memorial Day tradition](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/22/marblehead-police-officers-honored-in-restored-memorial-day-tradition/) - A Memorial Day tradition was restored at Waterside Cemetery Thursday as volunteers joined Marblehead’s Lt. David Ostrovitz in planting flowers at the graves of local police officers. The project is sponsored by MASS C.O.P. Local 437, Marblehead’s Police Union. Led by Ostrovitz, volunteers — many of them graduates of the Marblehead Citizens Police Academy —
- [LETTER: There are three School Committee candidates — support Clucas and Jordan](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/21/letter-there-are-three-school-committee-candidates-support-clucas-and-jordan/) - To the editor: Contrary to what you might have read in another local newspaper, there are in fact three candidates running for two open seats on School Committee. On Tuesday, June 9, voters have the opportunity to elect two highly qualified candidates to the School Committee: Ann-Marie Jordan and Melissa Clucas. Ann-Marie Jordan is a
- [In-person early voting approved for June 9 override, election](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/21/in-person-early-voting-approved-for-june-9-override-election/) - On Thursday, the Select Board approved three days of in-person, early voting leading up to the town's June 9 election, when voters will decide four override questions as well as races for Select Board, School Committee and more. In-person, early voting will be available at Abbot Hall the following days/times: — Tuesday, June 2, 10
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-17/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Painting class for adults Friday, May 22, 6-9 p.m. Get creative Friday night by joining an open paint class at Acorn Gallery School of Art, 41 State St. Over three hours, you’ll create your own project with
- [EDITORIAL](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/editorial/) - State of the Town: Where we go from here Less than 10 weeks from now, Town Moderator Jack Attridge will gavel Town Meeting to order, and this year it is anticipated that funding for fiscal year 2027 will be hotly debated. On Jan. 28, Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer presented his annual State of the Town
- [Residents review renderings for former Coffin School site](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/21/residents-review-renderings-for-former-coffin-school-site/) - Residents packed a public forum May 20 to weigh in on possible redevelopment options for the former Coffin School site, as consultants presented three conceptual scenarios ranging from 10 to 22 housing units. The meeting, which included two representatives from the University of Connecticut’s Technical Assistance to Brownfields program, focused on how the Turner Road
- [LETTER: Override gives us an opportunity, Modica says ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/21/letter-override-gives-us-an-opportunity-modica-says/) - To the editor: Although the discussion of 3A became the focus of my presence at Town Meeting, the primary reason I, and I suspect many others, wanted to attend the meeting was because of the override vote. In the weeks since my comments at Town Meeting were posted to the internet one unfortunate consequence has
- [New group aims to reimagine town’s parks with beauty, biodiversity in mind](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/outdoors/) - Recreation and Parks Commissioner Larry Simpson is spearheading an effort to bring new life — and new vision — to Marblehead’s public parks. Working alongside local landscape architect Kathy Bradford, Simpson is forming a nonprofit, Friends of Marblehead Parks, with a mission to enhance the town’s green spaces through thoughtful design, native plantings and long-term
- [Town native wins award for sports filmmaking](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/21/82785/) - For Marblehead native Will Fitzpatrick, sports and filmmaking were always a natural pair. Growing up in Marblehead youth sports — baseball, lacrosse and, his self-described “big thing,” hockey — he rarely left home without a camera, ready to capture whatever action caught his eye. That first camera, which he received as a gift at age
- [Winners of their last 11 out of 12 games, Marblehead laxmen wrap up NEC title](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/winners-of-their-last-11-out-of-12-games-marblehead-laxmen-wrap-up-nec-title/) - The Marblehead High boys lacrosse team (12-3) has rattled off four straight wins, and in so doing has clinched the Northeastern Conference championship. In fact, these Magicians have been practically flawless throughout the past several weeks, winning 11 out of their last 12 games. It’s a formula that they want to maintain with the postseason
- [Francis records 700th career strikeout to propel teammates to the postseason](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/francis-records-700th-career-strikeout-to-propel-teammates-to-the-postseason/) - Softball gets 10th win The girls softball team (10-7) started last week at home with a satisfying 9-2 win over non-league Ipswich that also clinched a state tournament berth. The May 11 game also featured the 700th career strikeout for all-star pitcher Tessa Francis, who scattered three hits, while fanning 18 in another dominating performance.
- [DECISIONS '26: Marblehead Candidates Guide](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/decisions-26-marblehead-candidates-guide/) - Each year, the Current provides a Candidates Guide to help Marblehead voters make informed decisions at the town's spring election. This year, voters head to the ballot box on June 9 to decide several races, as well as four override questions. The League of Women Voters hosts its annual Candidates Night Tuesday, May 26, 7
- [Ann-Marie Jordan for School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/ann-marie-jordan-for-school-committee/) - Ann-Marie Jordan Retired educator; integrated preschool director Do you support the override this June? Which tier will you vote for? “I do support the override that will be on the ballot this June. Specifically, I support Tier 3/Question 3. To be clear, I do not take asking community members to raise taxes lightly. As a
- [Sarah Fox for School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/sarah-fox-for-school-committee/) - Sarah Fox Former two-term School Committee member; sat on several subcommittees, including budget Do you support the override this June? Which tier will you vote for and why? “Having a vast amount of budgeting experience, I believe Marblehead’s tax levy capacity needs to grow as it has not kept pace with costs such as health
- [Melissa Clucas for School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/melissa-clucas-for-school-committee/) - Melissa Clucas School Committee member, appointed in September 2025; sits on budget and communications subcommittees Chief financial officer of a software firm Do you support the override this June? Which tier will you vote for? “Yes, I support the override, and I'll be voting Tier 3. I've spent the last six months inside this budget:
- [Beethoven’s Ninth concert to support Marblehead Food Pantry ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/beethovens-ninth-concert-to-support-marblehead-food-pantry/) - For months, Matt Arnold has immersed himself in one of the most towering works in classical music: Ludwig van Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. Now, after months of study and rehearsal, Arnold will conduct a special performance of the iconic work at Star of the Sea Church on May 31, bringing together a 43-piece orchestra and a
- [LETTER: Support the schools by moving forward with Clucas and Jordan](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/letter-support-the-schools-by-moving-forward-with-clucas-and-jordan/) - To the editor: As a Marblehead resident, parent and voter, I believe we must continue to move forward rather than backward in this upcoming election. I applaud the new members of the School Committee for their steady work for Marblehead Public Schools. I am voting for Melissa Clucas and Ann-Marie Jordan for School Committee so
- [NEW: Registrars change time for meeting to discuss early voting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/update-early-in-person-voting-to-be-discussed-at-registrars-meeting-thursday/) - ***NEW Tuesday 11:15 a.m. — The Board of Registrars has changed the time for its Thursday meeting to discuss offering early voting for the June 9 election. The board will now meet Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at Abbot Hall. There is no virtual option. The election will decide a three-year, three-tiered override (up to $15
- [Rossana Ferrante for Select Board](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/rossana-ferrate-for-select-board/) - Rossana FerranteRecreation & Parks Commission chair, Town Charter Committee member, former Planning Board member, attorney 1. Do you support the override this June? If yes, which tier will you vote for? I support stabilizing the town’s financial situation and services while holding ourselves accountable. We must take a measured approach to raising taxes. I attended
- [Jenn Schaeffner for Select Board](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/jenn-schaeffner-for-select-board/) - Jenn Schaeffner School Committee member, sat on the budget, facilities subcommitteesChair, Marblehead Housing AuthorityWorked in finance, banking, property management Do you support the override this June? Which tier will you vote for? Marblehead is facing a genuine fiscal crisis, and it demands experienced, decisive leadership. The override questions are already on the ballot, and residents
- [Erin Noonan for Select Board](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/erin-noonan-for-select-board/) - Erin Noonan Incumbent with five years on Select Board, attorney Do you support the June 9 override and, if yes, which tier?I will be voting “yes” on Questions 1, 2 and 3 because I support Question 3 — the $15M request spread over three years. I want to be clear that Question 3 is not a
- [Marblehead teen Oscar Galante appears briefly in court, next hearing set for July](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/marblehead-teen-oscar-galante-appears-briefly-in-court-next-hearing-set-for-july/) - Marblehead teen Oscar Galante briefly appeared in Lynn Juvenile Court Friday morning for a compliance and election hearing connected to the fatal August 2025 crash that killed 13-year-old Savanah Gatchell. The hearing itself lasted less than a minute before the case was continued to July 17 for further compliance and election proceedings. Galante, who is
- [If 3A is resolved, what’s next for housing in Marblehead?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/if-3a-is-resolved-whats-next-for-housing-in-marblehead/) - Marblehead’s yearslong battle over MBTA Communities Law zoning may finally be winding down, but the debate it ignited over housing in town appears far from settled. At Town Meeting earlier this month, voters approved a new 3A zoning plan intended to bring Marblehead into compliance with the state’s MBTA Communities Law after the town lost
- [Students, seniors compete and connect in Olympics](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2025/03/24/students-seniors-compete-and-connect-in-olympics/) - On Friday, while the Marblehead High School was filled with students cramming for tests and listening to lectures, the Community Center next door was alive with the sound of bouncing volleyballs, the sliding of curling stones and the laughter of students and senior citizens alike at the first MHS Students and Seniors Club and Council
- [EDITORIAL: Someone had to say it](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/20/editorial-someone-had-to-say-it/) - Last week, a staff member at the Town Clerk's Office told the Current there would be no in-person early voting for the June 9 election — the vote that will ask Marblehead homeowners to decide on a three-tiered Proposition 2 1/2 tax override that could reach $15 million. The apparent decision came without consulting the
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- [Headlight: May 20, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/headlight-may-20-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Freshman Mary Prindiville urges one and all to check out the MHS Art Department's Spring Art Exhibition in the auditorium at Abbot Hall. Assistant Editor Evan Eisen, a senior, writes about the "high school sleeping crisis." There is a "universal truth" about
- [Marblehead Youth Soccer denounces racial slurs at game](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/marblehead-youth-soccer-denounces-racial-slurs-at-game/) - The Marblehead Youth Soccer Association sent a letter to its families Friday, alerting them to several “unfortunate events” at recent games, including one where spectators and players were “directing racial slurs at an opponent.” “The reports from our opponents of this situation are difficult to read,” the email from the MYSA Board reads. “They make
- [LETTER: ‘We’re nuts’ if we don’t vote to keep Clucas on the School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/letter-were-nuts-if-we-dont-vote-to-keep-clucas-on-the-school-committee/) - To the editor: On Tuesday, June 9, I'm voting for Melissa Clucas for School Committee. Why? Because she's a CFO who understands the mechanics of multi-million-dollar budgets and complex contract negotiations. She looks beyond the bottom line to understand the "how" and "why" of cost drivers. In an era where taxpayers demand transparency, Melissa’s commitment
- [LETTER: Why I support Sarah Fox for School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/letter-why-i-support-sarah-fox-for-school-committee/) - To the editor: I am writing in support of Sarah Fox for election to the Marblehead School Committee. As a Marblehead resident, the father of two children and the husband of an educator in town, I care deeply about the future of our schools and the people who work tirelessly within them every day. That
- [OBITUARY: Joan Schaaff Hollister](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/obituary-joan-schaaff-hollister/) - Joan Schaaff Hollister — a spark, light, beloved matriarch and positive force. Joan passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, surrounded by her family, leaving behind a legacy of love. Born April 12, 1932, Joan lived a life rooted in love, service, music, humor and community. Raised in Washington, D.C. by Joseph and Helen Schaaff,
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Senior tax assistance, sewer rates, Coffin School and more...](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/news-in-brief-senior-tax-assistance-sewer-rates-coffin-school-and-more/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Info session on Senior Tax Assistance programsCome Thursday, May 21, 1-3 p.m., to learn about Marblehead’s senior tax assistance programs.Representatives from the Assessor’s Office and Council on Aging will share resources about tax assistance options and discuss Marblehead’s newly enacted Means-Tested Senior
- [OBITUARY: Mary (Moulison) Reintges ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/obituary-mary-moulison-reintges/) - Mary (Moulison) Reintges, a longtime resident of Marblehead and beloved wife of the late Robert Reintges, died peacefully at the Kaplan Family Hospice House on April 25, 2026. Born in Salem 94 years ago, Mary attended St. Mary's School and St. James High School. She raised her family in Marblehead and was a parishioner at
- [OBITUARY: Joan Deveney Lovejoy](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/obituary-joan-deveney-lovejoy/) - Joan Deveney Lovejoy moved her residency to heaven surrounded by family on Sunday, May 3, 2026, to join her beloved husband, Joe. The daughter of Cameron Deveney and Ursula Lennox Deveney, Joan was born in Boston and raised in Swampscott. She graduated from Walnut Hill School and Garland Junior College before earning an MBA from
- [LETTER: Support Weeden for Housing Authority](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/letter-support-weeden-for-housing-authority/) - To the editor: We have a competitive race this year for the Marblehead Housing Authority, which oversees all public housing and related projects in Marblehead. Recently the MHA has been engaged in a major undertaking with updates and new construction for the Broughton Road area. Before you mark your ballot for the incumbent, I urge
- [LETTER: Schaeffner — knowledge, experience, common sense](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/letter-schaeffner-knowledge-experience-common-sense/) - To the editor: We have an opportunity to bring two new Select Board members to the board this year. Let’s make one of them Jenn Schaeffner. Having served on the School Committee for several years, she has proven herself unafraid to make hard decisions, keeping expenses in check while putting students’ education first, basing her
- [LETTER: Why support Question 3?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/letter-why-support-question-3/) - People have asked, “Why should we support Question 3 to invest $15 million over the next three years?” Rather than just making emergency repairs, we need to invest in our 28 municipal buildings to make the buildings energy efficient, costing the taxpayer less for heating, cooling and lighting. Logan Casey, the former town sustainability coordinator,
- [LETTER: Why I support Dr. Julie Selbst for Board of Health](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/19/letter-why-i-support-dr-julie-selbst-for-board-of-health/) - To the editor: I am writing to express my strong support for Julie Selbst for Marblehead Board of Health in the upcoming election on June 9. Julie and I have gotten to know each other through our work on the Temple Emanu-El Board of Trustees and I couldn’t be more excited about the prospects of
- [LETTER: Vote for my colleague Dr. Julie Selbst](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/letter-vote-for-my-colleague-dr-julie-selbst/) - To the editor: I am writing to express my strong support for Julie Selbst for Marblehead Board of Health on June 9. Julie Selbst has practiced medicine as an anesthesiologist in our town for over 10 years and in Massachusetts for over 25 years. She also has a law degree and practiced law before becoming
- [LETTER: I worked for Melissa Clucas. Here’s why we should keep her on the School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/letter-i-worked-for-melissa-clucas-heres-why-we-should-keep-her-on-the-school-committee/) - To the editor: Dear readers: My name is Jenn Decker, and I’m writing in support of Melissa Clucas for School Committee. We moved here from another district, after realizing the town we were in lacked a group of forward thinkers and people who were proactive and progressive when it came to the needs of our
- [LETTER: ‘I finally feel hopeful’; Keep Melissa Clucas on the School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/letter-i-finally-feel-hopeful-keep-melissa-clucas-on-the-school-committee/) - To the editor: As a parent of two young children in the Marblehead public schools who tries to remain regularly active and engaged with current events and school initiatives, I want to emphasize my enthusiasm and support for Melissa Clucas as a School Committee candidate. Just three years ago when my children were first starting
- [LETTER: A different perspective on 3A](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/letter-a-different-perspective-on-3a/) - To the editor: I would like to share a different perspective to the recent criticism of Marblehead’s 3A proposal. The original idea of 3A is to increase housing while minimizing car travel by building near mass transportation. If we take a long-term view, I believe the current Marblehead 3A proposal has a lot of merit.
- [LETTER: Marblehead’s shared commitment ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/letter-marbleheads-shared-commitment/) - To the editor: As retired teachers who have spent decades teaching and tutoring Marblehead students, we have always believed that the true heart of Marblehead is not only our historic architecture and our beautiful coastline but it is also our shared commitment to each other. Whether we are attending a Marblehead Little Theatre performance, going
- [POLICE LOG: Scams involve duct cleaning, check washing; game of ‘senior assassin’ also draws call](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/18/police-log-scams-involve-duct-cleaning-check-washing-game-of-senior-assassin-also-draws-call/) - Thursday, April 23Alarms: 3Building/property checks: 9Abandoned 911 calls: 2Vehicle stops, citations: 0 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 4 6:50 a.m. Police began to receive a number of calls related to a widespread power outage. 12:28 p.m. A follow-up investigation was conducted on Farrell Court. 1:41 p.m. Solicitors were reported in the area of Washington and State streets.
- [Spring art exhibition shows students’ ‘boundless creativity’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/15/spring-art-exhibition-shows-students-boundless-creativity/) - The historic walls of Abbot Hall came alive last Thursday as hundreds of guests gathered for the opening reception of Marblehead High and Veterans School Spring Art Exhibition. The exhibition featured nearly 400 pieces of art made by students from grades 7 to 12. Students explored diverse artistic mediums through their work, including oil and
- [CUZNER IN NATURE: Spring is bursting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/15/cuzner-in-nature-spring-is-bursting/) - Spring is an excellent time to check out the local ponds and wetland habitats for all sorts of creatures. We have many different types of herons, turtles and frogs, in addition to the large variety of bird species. I was lucky enough to watch this green heron picking up a snack.
- [OBITUARY: BARRY GEIMAN](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/14/obituary-barry-geiman/) - Barry Geiman, of Swampscott, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 3, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with lymphoma, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and connection. Barry was a devoted husband, father and grandfather whose life was defined by his unwavering love for his family. Born in Brooklyn, Barry was
- [OBITUARY: Rita Stacey Havens, 87](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/14/obituary-rita-stacey-havens-87/) - Rita Stacey Havens, 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Born and raised in Marblehead, Rita was the daughter of Donald and Mary Stacey (Haritos). She was the beloved wife of Rensselaer Havens, with whom she shared 60 years of marriage before he passed away in January 2019. She
- [MHS track teams fall to perennial rival Masco with plenty of individual highlights](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/14/mhs-track-teams-fall-to-perennial-rival-masco-with-plenty-of-individual-highlights/) - The Marblehead High boys spring track team has a 7-1 record to date, while the girls are 5-3. In a recent meet against Masco, both teams were on the short end of the scoreboard. The boys dropped a 72-64 decision to the Chieftains, while the girls fell, 101-35. But there were still plenty of highlights
- [MHS scores wins in baseball, softball, girls lacrosse, tennis](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/14/mhs-scores-wins-in-baseball-softball-girls-lacrosse-tennis/) - Baseball Magicians beat Peabody behind Fuentes’ shutout The Marblehead High baseball team (8-7) is still on the plus side in terms of wins and losses, despite losing two out of three last week. These Magicians lost twice to Gloucester (10-3, May 4; 7-3, May 8), but between those two games they were able to shutout
- [On radio show, AG says she is eyeing ‘recourse’ for Marblehead 3A plan](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/13/on-radio-show-ag-says-she-is-eyeing-recourse-for-marblehead-3a-plan/) - Attorney General Andrea Campbell said May 12 that she planned to “review” the multifamily zoning bylaw passed last week by Marblehead Town Meeting to comply with the MBTA Communities Act to determine “if there’s any recourse we can take.” Campbell’s remarks came during a question-and-answer session during an appearance on Boston Public Radio with hosts
- [LETTER: Town leaders have worked hard to build trust](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/letter-town-leaders-have-worked-hard-to-build-trust/) - To the editor: Last week at Town Meeting, Marbleheaders came together, as we have for nearly four centuries, to cast important votes on town matters. Our collective effort mirrored the collaboration exhibited over the past few months by our elected officials, town and school administrators, and department heads. They made difficult decisions to address years
- [COLUMN: Why waiting feels harder than it used to](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/13/column-why-waiting-feels-harder-than-it-used-to/) - Waiting used to be part of life. Now it feels like a glitch. There was a time when waiting was simply built in. You waited for letters. You waited for harvests. You waited for news. If someone was late, you assumed weather or traffic, not a character flaw. Waiting was not an interruption. It was
- [EDITORIAL: Upon further review, Town Meeting and its bumpy aftermath](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/13/editorial-upon-further-review-town-meeting-and-its-bumpy-aftermath/) - What a difference a year makes, right? One night instead of three. Three-plus hours, not 10 or more, of mostly civil discourse. Virtually all articles and amendments passed handily, including Article 29, leading to June’s Prop 2 1/2 override vote (more on that later). All that plus another impressive turnout, along with an end —
- [PHOTO GALLERY: Marblehead Cruise-in brings out classics — and crowds](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/photo-gallery-marblehead-cruise-in-brings-out-classics-and-crowds/) - Marblehead's popular Cruise-in is back for the summer. Crowds came out to the Devereux Beach parking lot Tuesday night to check out classics, sports cars, vintage trucks and more. The Current's Marielle Sabbag was there, too, and shot this photo gallery. She'll have a full story later Wednesday.
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-16/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Student Spring Art ExhibitThursday, May 14, 4:30–7:00 p.m. Explore an impressive range of student artwork at the annual Spring Art Exhibit by Veterans School and Marblehead High students at Abbot Hall. The opening reception is May 14.
- [Status of in-person early voting for town election unclear](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/11/developing-marblehead-clerks-office-decides-against-early-voting-for-june-override/) - Voters may not be able to use in-person early voting for the June 9 election, which will decide a three-year, three-tiered override (up to $15 million) that would increase property taxes permanently. A second $2.3 million trash override is also on the ballot, as well as local races for Select Board, School Committee and other
- [Coffin School re-use renderings to be shown](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/coffin-school-re-use-renderings-to-be-shown/) - The town is expected to share conceptual ideas for a Coffin School re-use at the third community meeting on the project on Wednesday, May 20, at 6 p.m. at Abbot Hall and online (click the QR code below). The town will also present results of a community survey regarding the site. “The presentation will include
- [COLUMN: A bee-utiful conservation area](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/column-a-bee-utiful-conservation-area/) - Do bumblebees have a “voice” that only a mother could love? No, it turns out that certain plants, such as the tomato and blueberry, also favor the bee’s buzz. Sometimes compared to a middle-C note, the buzzing sound is produced by the rapid movement of the bee’s wings.“The bees are literally singing to the flowers,”
- [MONEY MATTERS: Preparing graduates for financial independence](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/13/money-matters-preparing-graduates-for-financial-independence/) - Graduation season is fully upon us. Whether your child is graduating from high school or college, it marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with independence, responsibility and important financial decisions. While every family’s situation is different, this transition presents an opportunity to help your child build habits that can positively shape their future
- [New trends in therapy: From virtual to ChatGPT and prescriptions by mail](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/new-trends-in-therapy-from-virtual-to-chatgpt-and-prescriptions-by-mail/) - May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but if you think you know what therapy looks like today, you might be in for a surprise. Forget Sigmund Freud, a box of tissues and a couch. Mental health care has gotten a refresh. Mental Health ‘2.0’ Until the 1960s, most therapists were men, but in the 1980s,
- [Local reporter shares Pulitzer](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/local-reporter-shares-pulitzer/) - Nate Raymond of Marblehead is part of the Reuters reporting team that won the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for national reporting for its series, “The Revenge of Donald Trump.” The series, produced by a staff of 17 reporters, documented “President Trump’s historic campaign of vengeance,” Raymond told the Current. The series examined the growing threats judges
- [LETTER: Are we being pricks?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/letter-are-we-being-pricks/) - To the editor: Well, are we? Being pricks, that is. Normally a gulf exists, here as elsewhere, between those who agonize about every little thing that’s wrong with our human condition and those who tend more to Rhett Butler’s frankly my dear… perspective. Yet David Modica’s question at one of our best Town Meetings for
- [LETTER: Marblehead’s unwavering commitment to nation’s founding principles](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/letter-marbleheads-unwavering-commitment-to-nations-founding-principles/) - To the editor: The citizens of Marblehead asserted our unwavering commitment to our nation's founding principles and documents. In doing so at our Town Meeting, we followed in the footsteps of the citizen-led movements that helped ignite the American Revolution — the Committees of Correspondence, the Sons and Daughters of Liberty and the other civic
- [LETTER: Don’t let Marblehead’s legacy erode; vote ‘yes’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/letter-dont-let-marbleheads-legacy-erode-vote-yes/) - To the editor: For the past 20 years, Marblehead has managed without a Proposition 2 ½ override — a remarkable feat of fiscal discipline. As a former Finance Committee chair and School Committee member with more than 30 years in the municipal bond market, I can attest that this success was built on conservative revenue
- [LETTER: Learn more about overrides, senior tax breaks at upcoming forums](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/letter-learn-more-about-overrides-senior-tax-breaks-at-upcoming-forums/) - To the editor: We are a bit too young to have been born at the Mary Alley Hospital, but we both grew up in Marblehead and are proud to have parents who are true “townies.” We chose to raise our children here so that they can have the same wonderful Marblehead adventures we experienced. After
- [PHRF New England Championship – Coveted Marblehead tradition returns ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/phrf-new-england-championship-coveted-marblehead-tradition-returns/) - This coming June 12-14, the Boston Yacht Club will be hosting the PHRF New England Championship, an event with a long history in Marblehead. The PHRF New Englands was — for decades — the premier big-boat event of the summer. In 2004, 145 boats raced under its banner, with Marblehead’s three major yacht clubs sharing
- [Town’s 3A plan: What happens next?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/12/towns-3a-plan-what-happens-next/) - With their vote under Article 4 on May 4, Town Meeting voters amended the town’s zoning bylaw to adopt a multifamily overlay district designed to meet the town’s obligations under the MBTA Communities Law (G.L.c. 40A, §3A). But Marblehead is not yet technically “compliant” from the state’s perspective. Marblehead can achieve “interim compliance” with the
- [Headlight: May 13, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/11/headlight-may-13-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Senior Editor-in-Chief Grey Collins AP writes about the pressure building as students feverishly study for their AP exams. Senior Nathaniel Carper-Young ranking the back half of the group of movies nominated in the Best Picture in the Academy Awards, with the top
- [Headlight: May 6, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/06/headlight-may-6-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Sophomore reporter Mary Prindiville offers some advice for those on the hunt for the perfect summer job. Photos from a dress rehearsal of the MHS Drama spring musical, "Mamma Mia!" Headlight May 6, 2026 LayoutDownload , .
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- [NEW: Popular Marblehead Museum leader stepping away on eve of 250th](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/11/new-popular-marblehead-museum-leader-stepping-away-on-even-of-250th/) - The Current has learned that Marblehead Museum Executive Director Lauren McCormack is resigning effective June 30. She has been at the museum since 2018. "As much as I love the museum, I just can't do the three-hour round trip commute everyday anymore (I live in central Mass). I have accepted a position as executive director of
- [POLICE LOG: Uber driver may have swapped trash for plumbing supplies](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/11/police-log-uber-driver-may-have-swapped-trash-for-plumbing-supplies/) - Wednesday, April 15Alarms: 2Building/property checks: 3Abandoned 911 calls: 1Vehicle stops, citations: 0 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 3 9:02 a.m. A complaint was made about a moving vehicle on Pleasant Street. 10:22 a.m. An officer investigated a report of found or lost property on Gerry Street. 11:29 a.m. An officer investigated a report of vandalism on Arthur
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: New town alerts, honor for middle school, CNN comes to town](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/11/news-in-brief-new-town-alerts-honor-for-middle-school-cnn-comes-to-town/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Stay informed with new town alerts MarbleheadAlerts is the town’s new mass notification system for “alerts about severe weather, boil water orders and other public safety issues,” according to a press release. Residents can choose to receive notifications by text, email
- [Dozens join Marblehead Mother’s Day Walk for Peace, modeled after monks](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/11/dozens-join-marblehead-mothers-day-walk-for-peace-modeled-after-monks/) - More than 80 residents walked silently in single file along neighborhood sidewalks Sunday morning during a Mother’s Day Walk for Peace. Organizers said the 3.2-mile walk was intended to embody peace through quiet reflection and community participation. Inspired by a 2025 journey undertaken by Buddhist monks who walked 2,300 miles from Fort Worth, Texas, to
- [OBITUARY: Barbara Catherine (Prosper) Kulevich, 91,](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/11/obituary-barbara-catherine-prosper-kulevich-91/) - Barbara Catherine (Prosper) Kulevich, 91, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her husband, children and family after a brief illness. Her life was defined by faith, compassion, devotion to family and an unwavering commitment to caring for others. Barbara was born in Concord and graduated from Maynard High School in 1952,
- [Rite of spring: Marblehead's Devereux Beach Carnival as popular as ever](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/09/rite-of-spring-marbleheads-devereux-beach-carnival-as-popular-as-ever/) - Marblehead's Devereux Beach Carnival is back in town this weekend. The Current's Grey Collins was there Friday evening and shares this photo gallery. The carnival's hours are Saturday, 1-10 p.m., and Sunday, 1-6 p.m.To buy tickets online visit cushingamusements.com/events.
- [Curtain up on chaos: Marblehead actress Falk brings farce and mystery to life](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/08/curtain-up-on-chaos-marblehead-actress-falk-brings-farce-and-mystery-to-life/) - Marblehead actress Nora Falk is preparing for her latest performance — as Rita in the North Shore debut of the play “The Chesapeake Chicks,” a farcical murder mystery. Originally from Vienna, Austria, Falk has always enjoyed performing, especially singing. She sang in her high school choir, a punk/blues band and as a general music and
- [Marblehead Water Department to conduct hydrant flushing](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/08/marblehead-water-department-to-conduct-hydrant-flushing/) - The Water Department will conduct its annual hydrant flushing program May 10 to May 15. Flushing starts on Sunday at 11:30 p.m. and will be conducted through 7 a.m. each day. Work will begin at the Swampscott and Salem borders and travel to the downtown area. Thursday night, May 14, flow testing will be completed
- [Willa’s quack-tastic win: 9-year-old wins Kindle after duck hunt ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/08/willas-quack-tastic-win-9-year-old-wins-kindle-after-duck-hunt/) - Nine-year-old Willa Barry recently learned a little about duck hunting — but not in the way you might think. The Tower School third grader is the winner of Abbot Library’s Great Marblehead Yellow Duckie Search that ran April 21-May 4. The event was organized by the Friends of Abbot Public Library as a community activity.
- [Campaign donations, Trump and ‘illegal wars' among hot topics at 6th District forum](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/08/campaign-donations-trump-and-illegal-wars-among-hot-topics-at-6th-district-forum/) - Democratic candidates seeking to succeed Seth Moulton in Massachusetts’ 6th Congressional District discussed a wide range of issues at a tri-town forum in Swampscott on Thursday evening, sponsored by the Marblehead, Swampscott and Nahant Democratic committees. The six Democratic candidates are software engineer Beth Andres-Black of Middleton, business owner John Beccia of Lynnfield, former White
- [MHS spring track teams go the distance with strong finishes at Bay State Running Invitational](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/07/mhs-spring-track-teams-go-the-distance-with-strong-finishes-at-bay-state-running-invitational/) - As the calendar flips to May with the weather still feeling like April, it’s a good opportunity to check-in on the progress of the Marblehead High spring track teams. The girls have a 3-2 record, while the boys are 4-1. Members of each team then got a taste of what lies ahead down the road
- [Tennis teams highlight this week’s MHS sports notebook](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/07/tennis-teams-highlight-this-weeks-mhs-sports-notebook/) - Girls tennis extends winning streak to six After starting off the season with three straight losses, the Marblehead High girls tennis team has rattled off six straight wins to get right back on track with the first half of the season and the month of April quickly coming to an end. These Magicians closed out
- [OBITUARY: Christine Coletti, 59](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/07/obituary-christine-coletti-59/) - Christine Coletti, age 59, of Marblehead, died peacefully on Monday April 20, 2026 after a courageous battle with ALS. Christine was born in Lynn to Richard Coletti and the late Eileen Coletti and was a graduate of Marblehead High School Class of 1984. She went on to earn an associate degree in veterinarian science at
- [OBITUARY: Dr. Barbara Carter Moore, 100](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/07/obituary-dr-barbara-carter-moore-100/) - Dr. Barbara Carter Moore, 100, of Marblehead and Swampscott, died Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at her home in The Residence at Vinnin Square. She was born in 1925, the daughter of John and Rhena (Tomlin) Carter. She grew up in Massachusetts and Missouri. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Bates College and an M.D. from
- [Got questions about the override vote June 9?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/07/got-questions-about-the-override-vote-june-9/) - To help residents better understand the tiered override ($9 million, $12 million or $15 million) approved at Town Meeting and heading to a townwide vote June 9, the Select Board and School Committee are holding eight information sessions before the vote. Several residents asked questions at similar sessions leading up to Town MEeting. The meetings
- [Pulitzer-winning journalist David Shribman speaks on hate, democracy and the media](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/07/pulitzer-winning-journalist-david-shribman-speaks-on-hate-democracy-and-the-media/) - Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Shribman delivered a sweeping and deeply personal talk Wednesday night in Marblehead about antisemitism, political polarization, journalism and the enduring importance of community alliances in confronting hatred. Shribman grew up in Swampscott and has family in Marblehead. Speaking before about 130 people at the high school, alongside Marblehead Rabbi David Meyer,
- [Man whose housing comment at Town Meeting went viral: ‘We should all be vocal’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/06/man-whose-housing-comment-at-town-meeting-went-viral-we-should-all-be-vocal/) - David Modica didn’t realize his remarks at Town Meeting had gone viral until his phone started blowing up the next morning. His comments — questioning Marblehead’s plan to comply with the MBTA Communities Act (also known as 3A) by zoning the Tedesco Country Club golf course for multifamily housing — struck a chord with residents
- [Remembering Ted Turner's sailing adventures in Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/06/remembering-ted-turners-sailing-adventures-in-marblehead/) - The global legacy of media titan and sailing champion Ted Turner includes an exciting chapter right here in Marblehead. Turner, who founded CNN in 1980, died today at age 87. Turner trained in Marblehead for the America’s Cup, which he won in 1977. Robbie Doyle (who founded Doyle Sailmakers in Marblehead) was part of Turner’s
- [OBITUARY: Thomas E. Williams, 79](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/29/obituary-thomas-e-williams-79/) - Thomas E. Williams, of Marblehead, passed away Monday, April 20, 2026, with his family by his side at the Kaplan Family Hospice House at the age of 79. The beloved husband of Jeanne (Price) Williams, Tom lived a life defined by hard work, intellect, humor and deep devotion to his family. Tom was born in
- [Pulitzer Prize winner coming to Marblehead to talk about tolerance](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/pulitzer-prize-winner-coming-to-marblehead-to-talk-about-tolerance/) - Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David M. Shribman, who grew up in Swampscott, will return to the North Shore next month to speak in Marblehead about tolerance, civil discourse and antisemitism in modern America. Shribman will appear at Marblehead High School on May 6 for a presentation called “Portrayals of Antisemitism,” where he’ll be joined in conversation
- [FOOD 101: Grilled cheese: The comfort food we all need right now](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/06/food-101-grilled-cheese-the-comfort-food-we-all-need-right-now/) - Was there ever a childhood comfort food to compare to a grilled cheese sandwich? Mom made it in a skillet or a grill press. At the diner or luncheonette, a cook slapped it on a well-greased grill top. Mom’s homemade sandwich was simple: two slices of American cheese — preferably orange — tucked between two
- [DOC IN A BOX: Free websites so useful you’ll wonder how they’re free (Save this page)](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/06/doc-in-a-box-free-websites-so-useful-youll-wonder-how-theyre-free-save-this-page/) - Every once in a while, I come across a website that just makes me stop and wonder — how can this actually be free? I’m not talking about the kind of “free” that comes with strings attached: no five-step registration, no sneaky ads, no “give us your social security number.” I mean sites that are
- [Three experienced candidates vie for two Select Board seats](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/06/three-experienced-candidates-vie-for-two-select-board-seats/) - This article is the latest in a Current series profiling races in the town’s June 9 election. Read more at MarbleheadCurrent.org. Voters will choose among three candidates for two open seats on the Select Board in the June 9 town election, with each contender pointing to experience and differing priorities as Marblehead faces ongoing financial
- [Town Meeting moment about 3A zoning goes viral](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/town-meeting-moment-about-3a-zoning-goes-viral/) - A moment from Marblehead's Town Meeting last night is going viral on social media and beyond. Resident David Modica stood to speak about the town's new proposal to comply with the MBTA Communities Act. The plan zones Broughton Road and Tedesco Country Club's golf course for multifamily housing. “So, this is a way to comply
- [Marblehead, meet the Dems running to be your next rep in Congress](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/marblehead-meet-the-dems-running-to-be-your-next-rep-in-congress/) - Marblehead, come meet the Democrats running for Seth Moulton's seat in Congress. All seven Dems are attending a candidates' forum in Swampscott and you're invited. Current Editor Leigh Blander is on a panel of journalists asking questions. You can ask questions, too. Moulton is running for U.S. Senate, and seven Democrats are vying for his
- [Marblehead High grads-to-be escape the classroom for Senior Project](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/06/marblehead-high-grads-to-be-escape-the-classroom-for-senior-project/) - Although there is no known cure (until graduation day), Marblehead High School has found an effective treatment for “senioritis,” a term coined for the end of the year burn-out of the high school’s graduating class. Nearly 170 of the 189 MHS seniors have opted this year to leave their classes early and spend their last
- [LETTER: Taxpayer dollars are not ‘nickels and dimes’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/letter-taxpayer-dollars-are-not-nickels-and-dimes/) - To the editor: The recent Marblehead School Committee Meeting to vote on the FY27 budget raised concerns about how one member’s view what many would consider a significant sum of taxpayer money. The main issue centers on a $750,000 “buffer” — an undedicated reserve meant to protect against unexpected healthcare costs. It’s important to note
- [EDITORIAL: What's in a name?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/editorial-whats-in-a-name/) - The winter holidays may be known as the “most wonderful time of the year” (thank you, Andy Williams), but for local news outlets, Town Meeting and election season is perhaps the most important stretch on the calendar. It is a time when voters are demanding reliable information to help them make informed decisions. But thanks
- [News in Brief: Earth Day, Community Champion and more](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/news-in-brief-earth-day-community-champion-and-more/) - Earth Day celebration at Lead MillsThe Marblehead Conservancy will host its 25th annual Earth Day/Arbor Day celebration at Lead Mills on Sunday, May 17, 9 a.m.-noon. The Conservancy has been working for over a decade to convert the weedy Lead Mills into a native wildflower meadow capable of rebuilding native populations of pollinators. “While the
- [Marblehead Police log: Facebook Marketplace deals go awry; iPad pinched during half-marathon](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/marblehead-police-log-facebook-marketplace-deals-go-awry-ipad-pinched-during-half-marathon/) - Saturday, April 11Alarms: 4Building/property checks: 9 Abandoned 911 calls: 2Vehicle stops, citations: 0Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 1 11:03 a.m. Officers assisted a citizen on Atlantic Avenue. 11:56 a.m. An officer investigated a complaint about a moving vehicle on Glendale and Sharon roads but could not locate the vehicle. 12:42 p.m. An officer spoke in the police
- [Sustainable Marblehead's Green Homes Tour a success](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/04/sustainable-marbleheads-green-homes-tour-a-success/) - For a few hours on Saturday, neighbors gathered around heat pumps, induction stoves and insulation setups to trade tips on building greener homes. Sustainable Marblehead’s Green Homes Tour featured nine local residences this year, including five new properties and four favorites from past years. Homeowners answered questions from eager visitors about their heat pumps, solar
- [That's a wrap: One-night Town Meeting sends override to June ballot](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/thats-a-wrap-town-meeting-sends-override-to-june-ballot/) - NEW: This story has been updated with new information from the Marblehead Liberty Foundation. See below. A three-year, three-tiered general override — ranging from $9 million to $15 million — will be on Marblehead’s election ballot June 9, after Town Meeting overwhelmingly approved advancing the measure Monday night. The vote was 1,227 in favor, 159
- [VIDEO: Town Meeting voters share thoughts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/video-town-meeting-voters-share-thoughts/) - The Current spoke with Town Meeting voters as they headed into Marblehead High School Monday evening to find out what issues they most cared about. Every person reporter Luca Tedesco approached said they wanted to get the general override on the June ballot. Watch here:
- [PHOTO GALLERY: Single-night Town Meeting sends override to ballot](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/photo-gallery-single-night-town-meeting-sends-override-to-ballot/) - It was democracy in action — Marblehead voters filled the high school field house to take part in the town's 377th annual Town Meeting. Check out this photo gallery by the Current's Grey Collins.
- [Marblehead 2026 Town Meeting live blog](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/04/marblehead-2026-town-meeting-live-blog/) - Stay with the Marblehead Current for up-to-the-minute coverage of Town Meeting with our live blog right here and with our vote tracker HERE. Check out our social feeds, too, for updates at @MHDCurrent. For comprehensive coverage of budget, override and other Town Meeting business, visit our Town Meeting Guide HERE. Doors open at Marblehead High
- [2026 Marblehead Town Meeting live tracker](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/04/2026-marblehead-town-meeting-live-tracker/) - For more in-depth Town Meeting coverage, visit our live blog HERE and our Town Meeting Guide HERE. Marblehead Current · Special Coverage 2026 Town Meeting Tracker Monday, May 4, 2026 · 7 p.m. · Marblehead High School Field House · 40 warrant articles Results update live during Town Meeting. Showing 40 of 40 articles
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/05/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-15/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Devereux Beach CarnivalThursday, May 7-Sunday, May 10The annual Devereux Beach Carnival is coming, sponsored by the Marblehead High junior class. Admission is $2 (kids under 36” are free).Carnival hours are:Thursday: 6-10 p.m.Friday: 6-10 p.m.Saturday, 1-10 p.m.Sunday, 1-6
- [LETTER: In memory of Peggy Farrell](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/04/letter-in-memory-of-peggy-farrell/) - The Marblehead Food Pantry wishes to express its extreme sadness in the passing of Peggy Farrell, one of our dedicated volunteers, and member of our board. Peggy was a wonderful human being equipped with a great sense of humor. She opened and greeted everyone at the food pantry on Tuesday mornings. Volunteers and patrons all
- [OBITUARY: Joan Comfort Johnson](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/04/obituary-joan-comfort-johnson/) - Joan Comfort Johnson passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones, shortly after celebrating her 95th birthday. Known as “Joanie” to those who loved her, she leaves behind a legacy defined by kindness, loyalty and generosity. Joanie truly was the heart of her family. She was predeceased by her beloved
- [OBITUARY: Margaret 'Peggy' Farrell](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/04/obituary-margaret-peggy-farrell/) - Margaret “Peggy” Farrell, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully at Salem Hospital on April 28, 2026, following a brief illness. Peggy was a beloved and vibrant member of the Marblehead creative arts community. Peggy was born in Cold Spring, New York, to Raymond and Elizabeth Farrell (Rinn) in 1937, joining her sister Mary and brother Franklin.
- [OBITUARY: Anne Brayton Remington, 92](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/04/obituary-anne-brayton-remington-92/) - Anne Brayton Remington, 92, passed away peacefully at home on April, April 26, 2026. She was a long-term resident of Marblehead. Anne was born on June 29,1933, and graduated from Needham High School and the Chamberlain College in Boston with a business degree. She spent her first year out of school working in the city
- [Steady and driven: MHS two-sport captain earns coveted Naval Academy appointment ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/29/steady-and-driven-mhs-two-sport-captain-earns-coveted-naval-academy-appointment/) - John Schieffer had to read it twice. When the U.S. Naval Academy acceptance letter appeared online April 16, the Marblehead High School senior said he was stunned. “I was shocked at first,” Schieffer told the Current. “I had to lean in and read it twice. It was a great relief. I was pretty fired up.”
- [LETTER: These are not numbers on a page. These are your neighbors](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/01/these-are-not-numbers-on-page-these-are-your-neighbors/) - To the editor: I write to you today on behalf of the Marblehead Municipal Employees Union with urgency and concern as we approach the Proposition 2 1⁄2 override vote at the upcoming Town Meeting. The situation facing our town is no longer theoretical, it is immediate and severe. As presented by the town, if the
- [Town Meeting starts tonight; voters to debate overrides, zoning and more](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/04/town-meeting-starts-tonight-voters-to-debate-overrides-zoning-and-more/) - After months of budget discussions and hundreds of meetings involving every department, board and committee in town, Marblehead's 2026 Town Meeting kicks off tonight at 7 p.m. at the high school field house. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Voters face two override questions: One is whether to send a three-year, tiered tax increase up to
- [Moulton rallies hometown supporters, pitches ‘new leadership’ in Senate bid](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/03/moulton-rallies-hometown-supporters-pitches-new-leadership-in-senate-bid/) - Standing before a room of longtime supporters in his hometown, U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton leaned heavily on his underdog roots and called for generational change as he mounts a primary challenge to incumbent Sen. Ed Markey. The gathering, organized by early backers who helped launch Moulton’s first campaign more than a decade ago, doubled as
- [Seeds of community: Marblehead garden clubs grow beauty, connection](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/01/seeds-of-community-marblehead-garden-clubs-grow-beauty-connection/) - Have you ever asked your neighbors if you could dig up plants from their garden? For members of the Driftwood Garden Club, it's an annual tradition. The effort is part of the club’s Dig & Divide initiative, a key step in preparing for its annual plant sale. “We actually call people in town who have
- [EDITORIAL: It's time to comply](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/editorial-its-time-to-comply/) - Given the rancor of the last two years, it’s been strange to see how little discussion there has been about the town’s latest attempt to comply with the MBTA Communities Act. That silence stands in stark contrast to the voluminous debate over a tiered set of Proposition 2 1/2 overrides town leaders are expected to
- [Foundation calls for special town meeting; Select Board member objects](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/01/foundation-calls-for-special-town-meeting-select-board-member-objects/) - Instead of moving forward with a three-tiered proposal that will be debated as Article 29 at Town Meeting on Monday, a special Town Meeting should be called to “provide the people of Marblehead with a sensible option to the massive, multi-year overrides proposed by the town,” the Marblehead Liberty Foundation said in a press release.
- [MHS laxmen extend winning streak to five after triumphs over Central Catholic, Masco](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/01/mhs-laxmen-extend-winning-streak-to-five-after-triumphs-over-central-catholic-masco/) - Don’t look now, but the Marblehead High boys lacrosse team (6-2) has won five in a row, including two last week against non-league Central Catholic (12-5, April 20) and Masco (11-8, April 22), while their peers were on spring vacation. Coach John Wilkens likes what he sees lately from his team that has a nice
- [MHS sports weekly notebook on baseball, softball, girls tennis, girls lacrosse](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/05/01/mhs-sports-weekly-notebook-on-baseball-softball-girls-tennis-girls-lacrosse/) - Baseball Magicians record two wins to get over .500 There was no time off for the Marblehead High baseball team (5-4 overall, 4-2 in the Northeastern Conference) during spring school vacation week, and it paid off for them quite nicely. They ended up winning a couple of high scoring games against Danvers (10-9, April 22)
- [Middle School students support Tier 2 override in mock Town Meeting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/30/middle-school-students-support-tier-2-override-in-mock-town-meeting/) - At the Veterans School Thursday, more than 150 seventh graders took on the roles of Marblehead voters, debating Proposition 2 1⁄2 tax overrides in a lively mock Town Meeting that mirrored the real decisions facing the town on Monday, May 4. Students rose one by one to speak at the microphone, some arguing passionately that
- [Truck pulls down wires — and part of a local business — Thursday morning](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/30/truck-pulls-down-wires-and-part-of-a-local-business-thursday-morning/) - Traffic snarled along Atlantic Avenue downtown this morning after a semi-tractor-trailer snagged some overhead wires along Hawkes Street that were attached to the building at Johnny Ray's Music Emporium, 31 Atlantic. The incident happened around 7 a.m., according to Ray. The wires pulled down bricks and siding from the building onto the sidewalk. No one
- [OBITUARY: Peter C. Sartwell, 88  ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/30/obituary-peter-c-sartwell-88/) - Peter Coffin Sartwell passed away peacefully on April 24. Born in 1937 in Boston, Peter spent his formative years in Baltimore, where he developed a lifelong curiosity about the world around him, leading to his academic journey. He earned his bachelor of arts from the University of Maryland and later a doctorate in education from
- [OBITUARY: Richard C. Marcy Jr., 85](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/30/obituary-richard-c-marcy-jr-85/) - Richard Carter Marcy Jr., age 85, known as “Dick” or “Kit” to friends and family, passed away peacefully at home on April 23. Dick was born in Newton to parents Richard Marcy Sr. and Polly Godfrey Marcy. The family had already settled in Marblehead, and Dick lived nearly all of his 85 years in the
- [DECISION '26: Three to vie for two School Committee seats](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/29/decision-26-three-to-vie-for-two-school-committee-seats/) - This article is part of the Current’s ongoing coverage of Marblehead’s upcoming June 9 election. With two seats open on the School Committee this June, voters will have two familiar faces and one newcomer to consider as they head to the polls. Incumbent Melissa Clucas is seeking to retain the seat she was appointed to
- [A message from School Committee members regarding budget cuts, overrides](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/29/a-message-from-school-committee-members-regarding-budget-cuts-overrides/) - This is an excerpt from the School Committee’s latest newsletter to the community. This section relates to the upcoming budget and override votes. On April 9, the School Committee voted unanimously to approve a $47.6 million operating budget for fiscal year 2027. This is the budget we will bring to annual Town Meeting on May
- [LETTER: What a ‘no’ vote really means](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/29/letter-what-a-no-vote-really-means/) - To the editor: As the Marblehead community considers the upcoming Proposition 2 1⁄2 override, it’s important to be clear about what a “no” vote really means; not just for this year, but next year and beyond. Municipal budgets don’t operate in a vacuum. Costs for education, public safety, infrastructure and basic services continue to rise,
- [LETTER: Sure, things change; but we need to fund our town](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/29/letter-sure-things-change-but-we-need-to-fund-our-town/) - To the editor: Enough with not funding our town. And please don’t start complaining about how “things have changed.” Sure, if you’ve been around long enough things DO change! Need gas? Can’t count on Phil’s Mobil anymore. (Not that Phil would EVER charge us over $4 for gas.) Need a newspaper? Oh…Howard’s is gone. Asprin?
- [LETTER: Our town is being rattled to its core; support the override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/29/letter-our-town-is-being-rattled-to-its-core-support-the-override/) - To the editor: Both my husband and I grew up here and chose to raise our family here. Anyone who is drawn here can see why: A beach is within a half-a-mile of anywhere you go; the sense of community runs deep; a small town feel with relative accessibility to a large city — what's
- [Read what’s new at Marblehead’s Literary Festival](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/28/read-whats-new-at-the-marbleheads-literary-festival/) - The Marblehead Literary Festival returns for another year to celebrate reading, writing and creating new connections. “The Literary Festival has been going on since the inception of the Marblehead Arts Festival,” said Margo Steiner, chair of the Literary Festival. “It draws enormous crowds, and I hope this year draws an even bigger crowd.” Held over
- [Board of Health advances curbside trash plan, sets fees](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/board-of-health-advances-curbside-trash-plan-sets-fees/) - The Board of Health on Monday approved new curbside trash and recycling regulations and a fee structure that could take effect July 1 if a proposed tax override fails. The board’s actions come as the town weighs two funding paths for curbside collection: a Proposition 2 1⁄2 override to be decided at Town Meeting and
- [Community plans Walk for Peace on Mother’s Day](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/24/community-plans-walk-for-peace-on-mothers-day/) - On Mother’s Day afternoon, residents are welcome to walk together in silence through town, sharing a simple intention: peace. The Walk for Peace is planned for Sunday, May 10, beginning at 1 p.m. at Stramski Park. The free, community-led event will follow a 3.2-mile route to Abbot Hall and back, with participants walking in silence,
- [From tax rates to poor house, 135-year-old report offers window into town life](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/30/from-tax-rates-to-poor-house-135-year-old-report-offers-window-into-town-life/) - Jerry Wishnow was combing through bins at a flea market on the Lynnway years ago when something caught his eye: a 72-page paperback titled “Town of Marblehead Auditors’ Report, 1890-91.” As Marbleheaders closely follow today’s budget and override debate, Wishnow said the old report offers a fascinating look at how little — and how much
- [SUSTAINABLE MARBLEHEAD: Energy questions? We’ve got answers](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/28/sustainable-marblehead-energy-questions-weve-got-answers/) - As we face more and more geopolitical uncertainties leading to rising energy costs, most of us have seen our utility bills increase. In addition to being anxious about affordability, many of us are worried about climate change and how that could impact us and future generations in our coastal community. It might be time to
- [No need for an SOS: MHS takes a chance on 'Mamma Mia!'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/24/no-need-for-an-sos-mhs-takes-a-chance-on-mamma-mia/) - The Marblehead High School auditorium has been transformed into the Greek island of Kalokairi ahead of the MHS Drama Club production of “Mamma Mia!” which is set for a four- show run May 1-3. “I’m very, very excited for people to see all of these elements come together,” said director Ashley Skeffington, who also teaches
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/28/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-14/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. ‘Mamma Mia!’ at MHSFriday, May 1-Sunday, May 3Marblehead High presents the hit musical “Mamma Mia!” The show, featuring hits by ABBAm tells the story of a young woman’s search for her father. The sunny and funny tale
- [Locals peer into the cosmos at Preston Beach star party](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/30/locals-peer-into-the-cosmos-at-preston-beach-star-party/) - Dozens of stargazers were greeted by a row of telescopes set up at Beach Bluff Park on Tuesday night, April 21, for the Stargazing Over Preston Beach event, hosted by the Clifton Improvement Association and the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club. “We’re always trying to find programs that interest people and relate to the environment,”
- [FinCom recommends passing override questions at Town Meeting, sending them to June ballot](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/28/fincom-recommends-passing-override-questions-at-town-meeting-sending-them-to-june-ballot/) - The Finance Committee voted Monday night to recommend passage of Article 29 at Town Meeting, which authorizes the Select Board to place a three-year, three-tier ($9 million, $12 million and $15 million) override on the June 9 ballot. The FinCom recommended appropriating up to $4.3 million of the override for fiscal 2027, which is the
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of April 29, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/28/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-april-29-2026/) - 11313166Download 11313167Download
- [LETTER: Let's vote on budget, override early](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/letter-lets-vote-on-budget-override-early/) - At Town Meeting (which begins this coming Monday night, May 4, at 7 p.m. in the Marblehead High School field house), voters will decide whether to send a general override question to a town-wide ballot in June. Given the severe cuts our schools, town services and infrastructure are facing, this is one of the most
- [Legislature approves senior tax relief measure ahead of override vote](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/legislature-approves-senior-tax-relief-measure-ahead-of-override-vote/) - Just days before Town Meeting considers two Proposition 2 1⁄2 override questions, the state Legislature approved a new means-tested senior property tax exemption aimed at helping older residents remain in their homes as local taxes rise. The measure was shepherded through the Legislature by State Rep. Jenny Armini, of Marblehead. The exemption, waiting on Gov.
- [Local effort helps Afghan girls secure university offers, but funding stands in the way](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/local-effort-helps-afghan-girls-secure-university-offers-but-funding-stands-in-the-way/) - For a group of Afghan girls studying in secret under Taliban rule, acceptance letters from top universities abroad marked a rare moment of possibility. Now, that opportunity is at risk of slipping away. Four seniors at Pax Populi Academy — an underground online school for girls founded by a Marblehead resident — have been admitted
- [Reminder: Temporary overnight parking ban ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/reminder-temporary-overnight-parking-ban/) - The town has announced a temporary overnight parking ban for street sweeping in certain areas of town. The ban runs 12:01-7 a.m., Monday, April 27 through Friday, May 1. For more info, visit marbleheadma.gov. Here are the streets impacted: Barnard Street, Bassett, Beacon (in part to Norman), Central, Chestnut, Circle, Cliff, Commercial, Cottage, Cowell, Creesy,
- [OBITUARY: Scott Alan LaVoie](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/obituary-scott-alan-lavoie/) - Scott Alan LaVoie of Peabody, formerly of Marblehead, died on April 21, 2026, at the Kaplan House in Danvers. He is survived by Linda Belanger, his wife of 25 years; parents, Robert and Barbara Lavoie of Marblehead; and his siblings, Bryan (Amy) of Stoneham, David (Audra) of Surf City, North Carolina, and Nicole Anderson (Eric)
- [COLUMN: Likes don’t shape a town, votes do](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/28/column-likes-dont-shape-a-town-votes-do/) - In a world where it is easy to give a quick thumbs-up or thumbs-down online, Town Meeting asks something more of us. A click registers a reaction. A vote helps shape the schools, streets, services and taxes that affect daily life. Democracy is not something that happens only in Washington. Here in Marblehead, it happens
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Pulitzer winner to speak about tolerance: town to receive more opioid money](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/news-in-brief-pulitzer-winner-to-speak-about-tolerance-town-to-receive-more-opioid-money/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Pulitzer Prize winner to speak on tolerance Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Shribman will speak at Marblehead High School on Wednesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. about tolerance. Rabbi David Meyer will join Shribman for conversation as the journalist draws on his
- [Marblehead Police log: Gatchell’s Park lights intrude on nearby home, benches go AWOL ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/marblehead-police-log-gatchells-park-lights-intrude-on-nearby-home-benches-go-awol/) - Saturday, April 4Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 4Abandoned 911 calls: 3Vehicle stops, citations: 0Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 4:29 p.m. An officer investigated a report that the caller’s neighbor on Dunn’s Lane had blocked the road with flower pots. The officer confirmed the report and spoke with the resident who had placed the pots and learned that
- [EDITORIAL: Let the voters decide](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/29/editorial-let-the-voters-decide/) - On Monday, Marblehead’s annual Town Meeting will convene, and it is anticipated that a large number of residents will attend to listen, question, debate, learn more about and then vote on the articles in this year’s warrant. To ensure adequate seating, it will again take place in the field house at the high school. Article
- [LETTER: The override, our neighbors and the relief they may not know exists](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/28/letter-the-override-our-neighbors-and-the-relief-they-may-not-know-exists/) - To the editor: People, schools, safety, services, amenities, people. These are the ingredients of a thriving town, and it starts and ends with people. I would like to vote for the highest tier of tax increase to get our town back on track financially, for the reasons carefully explained in recent months in these pages.
- [LETTER: What does MMLD have against electric vehicles?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/letter-what-does-mmld-have-against-electric-vehicles/) - To the editor: I own a plug-in hybrid electric car. I love it. This type of car is especially appropriate for a place like our town with many short trips. Thankfully, I can charge the car at home. Last month, I bought 1.6 gallons of gas for it. Until recently, the Marblehead Municipal Light Department’s
- [LETTER: Newly discovered perk at Abbot Library](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/letter-newly-discovered-perk-at-abbot-library/) - To the editor: Just another way the Abbott Library serves the community. We just discovered Kanopy, an app that streams movies and TV shows and the only requirement for access being an Abbot library card!Better still, unlike, say Netflix, that sometimes seems as bottomless and barren as the Mariana trench, all the content there is
- [LETTER: Grassroots democracy](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/letter-grassroots-democracy/) - To the editor: I encourage everyone to participate in grassroots democracy right here at our upcoming Town Meeting on May 4 at 7 p.m. at the high school. Democracy works from the ground up, that is, from each one of us engaging in the decisions that form the structure of our communities and our country.
- [LETTER: ‘Einstein insists' on the library](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/letter-einstein-insists-on-the-library/) - To the editor: I write today in earnest in support of our town’s library. I realize we are currently facing budget struggles, but that is often the case as any parent or “head of household” will tell you. However, we have a responsibility to keep our library (fully) open to offer the materials needed for
- [LETTER: Let’s affirm our support for the Constitution](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/letter-lets-affirm-our-support-for-the-constitution/) - To the editor: Fellow Marbleheaders, I would like to call your attention to Article 40 on the warrant. It is a clear and straightforward resolution affirming citizens’ support for the Constitution. This resolution draws inspiration from the mid-18th century, when leaders from towns across Essex County united to resist British rule by adopting “resolves” condemning
- [LETTER: ‘Let’s do our town proud’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/letter-lets-do-our-town-proud/) - To the editor: Let's support our services and quality of life. Let's get to town meeting May 4 at the high school at 7p.m. Let's vote for Article 29 to give ourselves choices. If we don't vote “yes” on 29 we have no choice but to accept a very restrictive budget with cuts in services
- [Town Meeting message from Moderator Jack Attridge](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/27/town-meeting-message-from-moderator-jack-attridge/) - Marblehead’s annual Town Meeting will be called to order promptly at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the Marblehead High School Field House, 2 Humphrey St. Please be prepared for lines at check-in. The meeting will assemble the 377th annual Legislative session of our town since our incorporation in 1649. Our collaborative form
- [Record-setting performance at Jackson Cup Regatta launches season](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/26/record-setting-performance-at-boston-yacht-clubs-jackson-regatta-launches-season/) - The Boston Yacht Club hosted its 27th annual Jackson Cup last weekend — the first big sailing event of the season. The Larchmont Yacht Club of Larchmont, New York, wowed with a record-setting, undefeated score of 17 wins and 0 losses. Marblehead’s Eastern Yacht Club came in second, followed by The Royal Thames Yacht Club
- [Arbor Day tree planting brings families to Village School fields](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/25/arbor-day-tree-planting-brings-families-to-village-school-fields/) - For Charlie Maynard, 3, the best part of the morning was the worm. He and his brother, Maxwell, and their dad, Jake, were among about 50 people who came out Saturday morning to plant trees along the sports fields at the Village School on Arbor Day. Sustainable Marblehead sponsored the sixth annual event, and town
- [Marblehead brings its special history to the party as the U.S. celebrates 250](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/23/marblehead-brings-its-special-history-to-the-party-as-the-u-s-celebrates-250/) - This July 4 will mark the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence — and thus the nation’s 250th birthday. Festivities and events to commemorate the first quarter-millenium of the United States are being planned all across the country, but what’s happening here in Marblehead is truly special. That’s because this historically
- [OBITUARY: Donald Marvin Merrigan, 83](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/23/obituary-donald-marvin-merrigan-83/) - Donald Marvin Merrigan — “Don” to everyone who knew and loved him — passed away at home on April 15, 2026, at the age of 83 after a brave battle with cancer, leaving behind his family and many dear friends whose lives were made richer, warmer and more colorful by his presence. Born on March
- [What’s your personality type?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/23/whats-your-personality-type/) - On a recent Friday afternoon, I sat sipping a coffee, surrounded by charts detailing the nine “enneagram” personality types, and learning more about myself than I had ever expected to at a Starbucks. Lesley Tracy, a retired consultant who holds a master’s degree in psychology and has devoted much of her time to studying the
- [Third public Q&A session set to discuss budget cuts, overrides](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/23/third-public-qa-session-set-to-discuss-budget-cuts-override/) - The town has scheduled another public forum where residents can ask questions about the proposed 2027 budget and overrides. At an April 22 Select Board meeting, Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer announced the presentation for Monday, April 27, 6 p.m., at the Jacobi Community Center. “Our intent is to have a budget or Town Meeting Q
- [UPDATE: Power restored to much of Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/23/widespread-power-outage-hits-marblehead-thursday-morning/) - NEW at 8:28 a,m. The Marblehead Municipal Light Department now says power has been restored to much of Marblehead. Anyone still without power should call MMLD at 781-631-5600. The cause of the outage is still under investigation. Much of the town is without power Thursday morning. "It's a large outage and we are troubleshooting," Marblehead
- [Marblehead Youth Hockey Cross-ice team brings home silver](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/marblehead-youth-hockey-cross-ice-team-brings-home-silver/) - The Marblehead Youth Hockey Cross-Ice hockey team recently returned home with well-earned silver medals after competing in the Fish Sticks Tournament of Champions, hosted by Cape Ann Youth Hockey in Gloucester. Besides Marblehead, the Beverly and Cape Ann clubs also took part in the tournament that’s specifically designed to offer a rewarding, enjoyable conclusion to
- [MHS sports weekly notebook from the diamond to the court](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/mhs-sports-weekly-notebook-from-the-diamond-to-the-court/) - High fives for boys tennis The Marblehead High boys tennis team (5-1) made it five in a row after beating hosts Swampscott (5-0, April 13) and non-league Lynnfield (4-1, April 16) last week. It’s always good to beat your longtime rival, and that’s what the Magicians did to the Big Blue, under the direction of
- [LETTER: COA fundraiser sold out](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/letter-coa-fundraiser-sold-out/) - To the editor: I wanted to take this opportunity to thank the town for all of your support over this past year of the Friends of the Marblehead Council on Aging. As a member of the fundraising committee, we are having the annual fundraiser on April 30 and we are now SOLD OUT. We will
- [A life-saving mission on Marblehead’s pickleball courts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/a-life-saving-mission-on-marbleheads-pickleball-courts/) - Several years ago, a man collapsed without warning at a local Marblehead club, his life hanging in the balance until a group of retired nurses rushed in with an automated external defibrillator (AED) and brought him back. Now, members of the Marblehead Pickleball Board want to make sure players have access to life-saving equipment when
- [LETTER: First literary speed dating event generated 'magic'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/letter-first-literary-speed-dating-event-generated-magic/) - To the editor: First literary speed data event brought 'magic" to the MAA On behalf of the 2026 Marblehead Festival of Arts' Literary Festival, I would like to offer several thanks: First, to Xhazzie Kindle and the Marblehead Arts Association for making the organization's tavern available for the first of our prequel events, Literary Speed
- [LETTER: MAA says ‘thank you’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/letter-maa-says-thank-you/) - On behalf of the Marblehead Arts Association, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made our recent “Through the Looking Glass” gala such an unforgettable and successful event. Because of the incredible generosity of our sponsors, donors, and community, we exceeded our fundraising goals to support our mission of promoting art and preserving the
- [LETTER: Let's not go back](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/letter-lets-not-go-back/) - To the editor: My reaction to Sarah Fox running for School Committee and Jenn Schaeffner running for Select Board: Really? Since Sarah lost, she has sat in the audience and pretty much presented as a sore loser. Over the previous years, Sarah, Jenn, Brian and Allison caused so much chaos in town. Let us not
- [LETTER: Calm has returned to the school board](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/letter-calm-has-returned-to-the-school-board/) - To the editor: The Marblehead School Committee deserves recognition for bringing calm, steady and effective leadership back to our schools. In June 2025, our community came together and voiced our demand for change to a board that had brought years of chaos and turmoil to Marblehead Public Schools. Henry Gwazda and Kate Schmeckpeper were elected
- [OBITUARY: John K.P. Stone, III](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/obituary-john-k-p-stone-iii/) - John K.P. Stone, III, known as “Nick,” of MacMahan Island, Georgetown, Maine, died on April 17, while enjoying his daily walk. He was born on December 12, 1932, in Summit, New Jersey, as the first child of Dorothy W. Stone and John K. P. Stone, Jr. He grew up in neighboring Short Hills, where he
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of April 22, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-april-22-2026-2/) - 11312688Download 11312689Download
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of April 22, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-april-22-2026/) - 11312688Download 11312689Download
- [Headlight: April 22, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/headlight-april-22-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Assistant Editor Georgia Marshall, a junior, previews the MHS Drama Club production of "Mamma Mia!" Assistant Editor Evan Eisen, a senior, offers a guide to surviving the season of tests, including the SAT and Advanced Placement exams. Headlight April 22, 2026 -
- [OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS: Limited revenue options keep town reliant on property taxes, overrides](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/overriding-considerations-limited-revenue-options-keep-town-reliant-on-property-taxes-overrides/) - This is the final in a six-part series examining Marblehead’s budget challenges and possible paths forward. To read more in the series, MarbleheadCurrent.org. Over the past several weeks, Marblehead officials have laid out the numbers behind the town’s three-year, tiered override proposal, driven by rising costs, constrained state aid and the limits of Proposition 2
- [Brown School students dig in for Earth Day](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/brown-school-students-dig-in-for-earth-day/) - In preparation for Earth Day on April 22, Brown School students rolled up their sleeves last week, grabbing shovels and rakes and planting flowers in several spots outside the building. The project was organized by Brown’s third-grade Leadership Council. “We want to help the earth,” said member Harvey Caselli. Students also cleaned playground equipment, picked
- [Slate set for Marblehead town election as filing deadline passes](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/slate-set-for-marblehead-town-election-as-filing-deadline-passes/) - With today’s 5 p.m. deadline to submit nomination papers and signatures now past, Marblehead has a clear picture of who will appear on the June 9 election ballot. Here’s a rundown: Select Board (two seats): Incumbent Erin Noonan is seeking reelection. Rossana Ferrante, who currently chairs the Recreation and Parks Commission, is also running. Jennifer
- [Marblehead woman, PEM director leaving for top Smithsonian role](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/marblehead-woman-pem-director-leaving-for-top-smithsonian-role/) - Lynda Hartigan, of Marblehead, has helped shape the Peabody Essex Museum as one of the region’s leading cultural institutions. This summer, she’s stepping down to take on a national leadership position in Washington, D.C. Hartigan, executive director and CEO of the PEM in Salem, will leave her post effective June 30 to become executive director
- [Nonprofit recycles 1,700 mattresses in Marblehead in one year](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/nonprofit-recycles-1700-mattresses-in-marblehead-in-one-year/) - This Earth Day, April 22, UTEC, a nonprofit that provides life skills and workforce development opportunities for justice-involved young adults, is marking the impact of its Mattress Recycling Program in Marblehead. Since last Earth Day, the program has collected and processed more than 1,700 mattresses and box springs in Marblehead — diverting roughly 107 tons
- [New resident-built website uses AI to make sense of town’s budget ahead of override vote](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/new-resident-built-website-uses-ai-to-make-sense-of-towns-budget-ahead-of-override-vote/) - A new website breaking down Marblehead’s finances has emerged ahead of the town’s override vote, offering a mix of charts, data analysis and interactive tools built almost entirely with artificial intelligence. The site, Marblehead Budget Data (marbleheadbudgetdata.com) was created by resident, homeowner and parent Andrew Baber, who said the project began as a personal effort
- [News in brief: Parking ban, Rail Trial meeting, Community Champions](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/news-in-brief-parking-ban-rail-trial-meeting-community-champions/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Temporary overnight parking ban The town has announced a temporary overnight parking ban for street sweeping in certain areas of town. The ban runs 12:01-7 a.m., Monday, April 27 through Friday, May 1. For more info, visit marbleheadma.gov. Here are the streets
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/22/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-13/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Live music with 5 X Fast Thursday, April 23, 7 p.m. Come rock out with local band 5X Fast, which performs a mix of indie, alternative and new wave covers. They’re playing at The Landing Restaurant. Dan Dixey at
- [EVERYTHING WILL BE OK: Hope is a verb](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/24/everything-will-be-ok-hope-is-a-verb/) - Like Virginia O’Hanlon’s (of “Yes, Virginia” fame) father once said of the New York Sun, if Merriam-Webster or Oxford says something is true then it is. And the estimable online dictionaries state unequivocally that the word “hope” is not just a noun (n- desire accompanied by expectation of obtaining what is desired or belief that
- [MAA opens ‘Variations’ national art exhibit](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/20/maa-opens-variations-national-art-exhibit/) - Marblehead Arts Association opened its fourth annual “Variations” exhibit on Sunday. A crowd of more than 400 attendees from across the country wove through the galleries, chatting with one another as they admired the art-lined walls. “It’s very rewarding to see everyone enjoying it,” MAA board member and featured artist Alessandra Donovan said. “It’s wonderful,
- [MYC faces roof, fire system upgrades amid inspection push](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/myc-faces-roof-fire-system-upgrades-amid-inspection-push/) - The Marblehead Yacht Club is facing a series of required renovations after a recent round of inspections uncovered code and safety issues, according to Harbormaster Mark Souza. Founded in 1978, MYC is the town’s oldest yacht club. The property, at 4 Cliff St., is owned by the town. The issues came to light as the
- [Marblehead runs on ... information. Town leaders to hold override/budget Q&As at Dunks](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/select-board-backs-tiered-overrides-after-seeing-specifics-on-impact/) - With Town Meeting less than two weeks away, the Select Board and School Committee want to answer residents’ questions about the proposed budget and overrides. The public is invited to two Q&A sessions at Dunkin’ Donuts in Village Plaza. The dates are: Wednesday, April 29, 3-4 p.m. and Thursday, April 30, 9-11 a.m. Last week,
- [Marblehead represents at U.S. Open Pickleball Tourney](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/marblehead-represents-at-u-s-open-pickleball-tourney/) - Marblehead was well represented at the U.S. Open Pickleball Tournament in Naples, Florida, with six local players competing across a range of age groups and skill levels. Among the standout performers were Jahna Gregory, who competed in women’s singles and took home a bronze medal. Paul Pruett won a silver medal in men’s singles and
- [Marblehead Police log: Encampment in woods removed; skateboarder unhurt in crash into truck](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/marblehead-police-log-encampment-in-woods-removed-skateboarder-unhurt-in-crash-into-truck/) - Monday, March 30Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 7Abandoned 911 calls: 3Vehicle stops, citations: 0 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 5:42 a.m. An officer investigated a report of larceny, forgery or fraud on Pleasant Street. 10:15 a.m. An officer spoke with a woman who reported that her Ridstar e-bike had been stolen from in front of her apartment on
- [LETTER: Make-A-Wish thanks town for heroic support](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/letter-make-a-wish-thanks-town-for-heroic-support/) - To the editor: As the proud CEO 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 of those awe-inspiring days. On behalf of
- [LETTER: Why we need library fully operational](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/letter-why-we-need-library-fully-operational/) - To the editor: These are the reasons why we must ensure the library’s full operational status. The library serves as a welcoming haven where individuals can visit for a brief respite or spend an evening with friends to gain knowledge, enlightenment, or entertainment. It hosts a diverse range of events, including the France Perkins historical
- [LETTER: We have to think of the future](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/letter-we-have-to-think-of-the-future/) - To the editor: Last year, Marblehead passed a debt exclusion override for the high school roof and HVAC project, after it languished for years. I am extremely grateful. I also feel frustrated. Time and again, we pass debt exclusion overrides to take care of buildings. This project is finally beginning, yet the roof was known
- [LETTER: Whistles while he works](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/letter-whistles-while-he-works/) - To the editor: I have written a poem to summarize what my position here for the town of Marblehead means to me. It's an honor to work here, to take care of our historical buildings. You may have seen me in the hallsI’m very tall and very baldSo if you did, I was probably singing,I’ve
- [LETTER: Town stands at important crossroads](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/letter-town-stands-at-important-crossroads/) - OUR town stands at an important crossroads. I'm a relative newcomer, having resided in Marblehead for a little over 20 years (and a U.S. citizen for four), but I have learned that, for generations, Marblehead has been defined by the character of its people — a community that values quality of life, mutual support and
- [Betty L. Barnett, 97](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/21/betty-l-barnett-97/) - Betty L. Barnett, 97, passed away on April 6 in her home, in the loving company of her family. The daughter of Lesley M. Lyon and Beth Ripley Lyon, she was born on May 30, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri, and was a lifelong resident of the greater Kansas City area. She was predeceased by
- [NEW! Marblehead woman, 66, beats her goal at Boston Marathon with 3:29:28 finish](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/18/marblehead-woman-66-hoping-to-add-to-accolades-at-boston-marathon/) - ****NEW: Sally Reiley crossed the Boston Marathon finish line Monday in 3:29:28, beating her goal of 3:30:00. For Marblehead’s Sally Reiley, age has not been a reason or excuse to slow down. Instead, she has become one of the fastest distance runners in the world within her age group. Now, just days before her 13th
- [GUEST COLUMN: What to expect at Town Meeting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/19/guest-column-what-to-expect-at-town-meeting/) - Marblehead’s annual Town Meeting begins Monday, May 4, in the Marblehead high school fieldhouse promptly at 7 p.m. Town Meeting serves as the legislative body of our town government where Marblehead registered voters come together to debate and vote on the annual budget, local bylaws, major expenditures and other business which is included in the
- [EDITORIAL: The digital walls between us](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/19/editorial-the-digital-walls-between-us/) - Consider two Marblehead residents walking into Town Meeting. One has spent the past several months following a local elected official's detailed dispatches in a private Facebook group — long, passionate posts about the budget, the proposed override, increased fees and what's going on behind the scenes. The other doesn't use Facebook and has no idea
- [OBITUARY: Elaine May Jellison](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/18/obituary-elaine-may-jellison/) - Elaine May Jellison, 76, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth and lifelong friendships. Born in Malden, Elaine was the beloved daughter of the late Eveyln and Warren Heartquist. She graduated from Malden High School, where she was a proud member of the
- [APRIL 18 update: New insurance premium split could save town $1M+ — but there’s a catch](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/18/new-insurance-premium-split-could-save-town-1m-but-theres-a-catch/) - NEW: On Saturday, April 18, the Marblehead Public Employee Committee released the following statement regarding the town's health insurance premium split. (Marblehead pays 83% of insurance premiums, while employees pay 17%.) "Recent discussion has focused on Marblehead’s employee health insurance contribution and comparisons to surrounding communities. Some have suggested changing Marblehead’s health insurance contribution to
- [GUEST COLUMN: No smoke and mirrors; a sensible shift for Marblehead schools](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/guest-column-no-smoke-and-mirrors-a-sensible-shift-for-marblehead-schools/) - By Kate Schmeckpeper The School Committee just approved an additional $1.5 million reduction to the Marblehead Public Schools FY27 budget without many staffing or programmatic reductions. Smoke and mirrors? No. This was achieved through a deliberate shift in how the district will manage out-of-district special education costs. It is not the result of a windfall
- [MHS sports weekly notebook featuring tennis, baseball, lacrosse, softball](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/17/mhs-sports-weekly-notebook-featuring-tennis-baseball-lacrosse-softball/) - Boys tennis begins new era with three wins The Marblehead High boys tennis team, under the guidance of first-year coach Karl Tenenholtz, is off to a successful start with a 3-1 record. Seniors Adam Loughlin and T.J. Kelly, and juniors Ty Cooper and Alex Boehning are this year’s captains. After dropping their first match of
- [MHS track teams sweep past Danvers, Swampscott to begin new season ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/17/mhs-track-teams-sweep-past-danvers-swampscott-to-begin-new-season/) - Two meets into the spring track season and Coach Nolan Raimo’s Marblehead High boys and girls teams are undefeated after beating both Danvers and rival Swampscott at home on April 7. The girls took care of the Falcons, 87-40, while also dominating the Big Blue, 90-41. The boys had similar results – 85-46 over Danvers
- [Unexpected moment before heart surgery inspires local writer’s new novel ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/17/unexpected-moment-before-heart-surgery-inspires-local-writers-new-novel/) - The night before David Roper’s heart surgery several years ago, he could not fall asleep. The operation — a quintuple bypass at Massachusetts General Hospital — was scheduled for 6 a.m. His wife suggested they stay overnight in Boston so they wouldn’t have to rush in the morning. She fell asleep quickly. Roper lay awake
- [MHS teacher lacing up for Boston Marathon](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/16/mhs-teacher-lacing-up-for-boston-marathon/) - A Marblehead High School teacher will take on the Boston Marathon this Monday, running to support cancer research inspired by her family’s experience and her own medical care. Caylan Kenney, who lives in Lynn, is running to raise money for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. “One of my sisters was diagnosed with breast cancer at the
- [Locals film video urging support for tax override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/15/locals-film-video-urging-support-for-tax-override/) - On a recent blustery Saturday morning, cameras rolled as residents gathered around town to film a short video encouraging voters to support a Proposition 2 1⁄2 override and preserve town services. The effort is organized by the citizen group For Marblehead, which is producing a 60-second video highlighting what supporters describe as the community’s shared
- [Marblehead sees plans for new sports facilities at Reynolds Playground](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/08/marblehead-sees-plans-for-new-sports-facilities-at-reynolds-playground/) - At an April 7 meeting, Recreation and Parks Vice Chair Shelly Bedrossian presented updated plans to renovate Reynolds playground. The plan includes building an ice rink, sports deck, community green space and softball field. “We want the space to serve as many people as possible, and we want to get it done,” Bedrossian said. Currently,
- [OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS: Costs are outpacing the cap: Marblehead’s challenge under Prop 2½](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/overriding-considerations-costs-are-outpacing-the-cap-marbleheads-challenge-under-prop-2½/) - In 1980, a tax revolt that reshaped how every city and town in Massachusetts raises revenue was driven in part by Barbara Anderson, a Marblehead resident and one of the leading figures behind the campaign. More than four decades later, in the town closely associated with Proposition 2 1/2, local officials say the law is
- [Packed public forum on underage drinking focuses on prevention, accountability](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/15/packed-public-forum-on-underage-drinking-focuses-on-prevention-accountability/) - Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker joined Marblehead Police Chief Dennis King and Superintendent John Robidoux at a public forum on preventing underage drinking, as prom and graduation season approaches. More than 40 people packed a room at the Mary Alley Municipal Building Tuesday night as the leaders outlined legal consequences, enforcement realities and school-based
- [‘Team Sherf’ running Boston Marathon for Dana-Farber](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/15/team-sherf-running-boston-marathon-for-dana-farber/) - As thousands prepare to take on the Boston Marathon, Marblehead’s Lori Sherf is gearing up for her 12th run — driven not by time or placement, but by a long-standing commitment to cancer research and a new chance to share the experience with her sons. “I started in 1997 when I was 25 years old,”
- [JCC’s 13th annual international Jewish film festival set to screen](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/15/80760/) - The Jewish Community Center of North Shore will host its 13th annual International Jewish Film Festival from April 23 to May 14. The festival features 10 films and five shorts inspired by Jewish history, culture and values. Marblehead’s very own Warwick Cinema will host three of the festival’s matinees and will open their café at
- [LETTER: A message from Select Board member Alexa Singer](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/letter-a-message-from-select-board-member-alexa-singer/) - To the editor:Dear Marblehead, 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 life. Together, we have
- [Marblehead school super and police chief, along with DA, issue underage drinking message](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/marblehead-school-super-and-police-chief-along-with-da-issue-underage-drinking-message/) - School Superintendent John Robidoux, along with Police Chief Dennis King and Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker, sent a message home with Marblehead High School students on Tuesday, asking "every family and every student to make safety the priority" as prom and graduation season approaches. "We are asking parents and guardians to speak directly with
- [Repairs could top $300K for Stramski's Pier after sailboat crash](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/repairs-could-top-300k-for-stramskis-pier-after-sailboat-crash/) - Repairs are being planned for Stramski's Pier after a runaway sailboat broke free from its mooring during a February 23-25 blizzard and slammed into the structure, causing significant damage. Ultimately, repairs may cost around $300,000. Harbormaster Mark Souza declined to release the name of the boat or its owner. The incident occurred in Salem Harbor,
- [DOC IN A BOX: AI: Friend or foe?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/18/doc-in-a-box-ai-friend-or-foe/) - I know I've written about AI before, but things are changing SO quickly, it's time for an update. The Docs use AI every day, mostly for marketing, advertising and social media (and some fun). It saves many hours and produces some pretty great stuff, even short video commercials for the business. So, let's jump in:
- [Proposed cuts at Council on Aging would ripple across services](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/proposed-cuts-at-council-on-aging-would-ripple-across-services/) - The Marblehead Council on Aging faces a $76,000 cut in the town’s proposed fiscal 2027 budget — a reduction that would eliminate one full-time position, or 20% of the center’s full-time staff, and force the scaling back of popular programs. The position slated for elimination is nutrition coordinator and special laborer, now held by Doug
- [LETTER: Gratitude for Marblehead’s heroic support](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/letter-gratitude-for-marbleheads-heroic-support/) - As the proud CEO 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 of those awe-inspiring days. On behalf of our entire organization,
- [Papa Puff is a mild-mannered munchkin mix](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/papa-puff-is-a-mild-mannered-munchkin-mix/) - Breed: Munchkin mixSize: MediumAge: AdultSex: Male Papa Puff came to the Marblehead Animal Shelter through an animal control officer of a busy city. His large round face reminds shelter volunteers of an owl. “Just beautiful,” they say. He is quiet in nature and sweet and can easily be picked up, according to volunteers. Papa Puff
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of April 15, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-april-15-2026/) - 11312221Download
- [Headlight: April 15, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/14/headlight-april-15-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Freshman Mary Prindiville writes about her experience participating in the All Strings Concert, which she calls "a night to remember." Senior Will Pelliciotti recounts the protests on the Boston Common and elsewhere on "No Kings Day." Headlight April 15, 2026 IssueDownload ,
- [Marblehead election updates: Sarah Fox pulls papers for another School Committee run; sitting Select Board member will not run for re-election](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/school-committee-member-pulls-papers-for-select-board/) - ***NEW Tuesday: Sarah Fox has pulled papers to run again for School Committee. Fox served three terms on the committee, before losing last June. Incumbent Melissa Clucas and Ann Marie Jordan have also pulled papers for the two available seats. Also: Select Board member Alexa Singer, whose term expires in June, announced that she will
- [MHTV names new executive director as station enters next chapter](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/15/mhtv-names-new-executive-director-as-station-enters-next-chapter/) - Marblehead’s public access television station, MHTV, is entering a new era with the hiring of Executive Director Brian Hebert, who brings years of community media experience — and local ties — to the role. Hebert, who started about two weeks ago, has taken the helm at MHTV following the retirement of longtime leader Joan Goloboy.
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-12/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. ‘Harvey’ at Marblehead Little TheatreSunday April 19, 2 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. “Harvey” remains a beloved classic that prompts reflection on the value of friendship and the fine line between fantasy and reality. Ticket fees range from $25-32.
- [News in brief, week of April 13](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/news-in-brief-week-of-april-13/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. 5 Corners input The town is embarking on making improvements to the Five Corners intersection and wants your feedback. Check out a public input mapping tool through April 30 and share your thoughts. https://loom.ly/Yt9rkqc. This part of the project is covered by
- [LETTER: In support of the Council on Aging](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/letter-in-support-of-the-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 is over 60 and our center provides
- [LETTER: It would be ‘devastating’ to lose library services](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/letter-it-would-be-devastating-to-lose-library-services/) - To the editor, It is difficult to put into words what the Abbot Public Library means to Marblehead, but "devastating" is the only way to describe the possible loss of services. Recently, Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer said that budget priorities must focus on departments that "protect life and property." I believe this view overlooks the
- [LETTER: The only way out is through](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/letter-the-only-way-out-is-through/) - 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 his Cabinet accountable, and above
- [LETTER: Library should be a separate vote](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/letter-library-should-be-a-separate-vote/) - To the editor: We finally have a library we can be proud of. Under the leadership of Kim Grad and her amazing staff, usage and circulation are up by 50% since the renovation, and it’s FREE! If you have not been, I urge you to go for a visit. However, Marblehead taxpayers, perhaps under the
- [LETTER: Impact of staff reduction at COA](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/letter-impact-of-staff-reduction-at-coa/) - To the editor: When I was a younger person and gainfully employed, I drove by the Council on Aging daily. Like most of us, I never really thought about what went on in there until I retired. Well folks, it is a very impressive place! The depth and breadth of the programming is exemplary! The
- [LETTER: The question at Town Meeting is 'yes' or 'no'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/letter-the-question-at-town-meeting-is-yes-or-no/) - When I heard that the current budget crisis might result in decertifying the library, I knew I had to get involved somehow, but everything I had heard about the override with its “three tiers” had only left me more confused. I've read and listened as the Current, the Finance Committee and the Select Board have
- [FOOD 101: Shakshuka — Poached eggs with global flair](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/food-101-shakshuka-poached-eggs-with-global-flair/) - Back in the day, college students cooked up ghastly dinners of fast-boiling rice, beans and canned mixed vegetables that I suspect were scraps from the assembly line. We dumped grated Parmesan cheese from a green cardboard jar over it. “Survival food,” we called it. Today, students are more intentional, globally sophisticated. Recently, a grad student
- [Marblehead Police log: Lynn boy who said he was kidnapped shows up at woman’s door](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/marblehead-police-log-lynn-boy-who-said-he-was-kidnapped-shows-up-at-womans-door/) - Friday, March 20Alarms: 0Building/property checks: 13Abandoned 911 calls: 4Vehicle stops, citations: 4 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 1 8:39 a.m. An officer investigated a report of an elderly man hitchhiking on Pitman Road and West Shore Drive. 12:03 p.m. Officers responded to the scene of a two-vehicle crash in the area of Smith Street. Initially, they were
- [CUZNER IN NATURE: Love is in the air](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/cuzner-in-nature-love-is-in-the-air/) - Spring is a great time to explore local wildlife. Lots of exciting things are happening. The trees and flowers start to bloom, ospreys return, as do migrating birds like warblers and hummingbirds. Perhaps the most exciting from a photographer’s standpoint is the birth of new wildlife. Finding a den or nest usually yields some great
- [Marblehead's go-to Town Meeting Guide 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/12/marbleheads-go-to-town-meeting-guide-2026/) - On Monday, May 4, at 7 p.m., registered voters will convene in the Marblehead High School Field House for the annual Town Meeting — the community’s legislative body. Voters will be asked to consider 40 warrant articles that shape the town’s future, from possible Property 2 1/2 overrides to zoning changes. To help readers make
- [Three weeks from today, Marblehead goes to Town Meeting to vote on override, zoning](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/13/three-weeks-from-today-marblehead-goes-to-town-meeting-to-vote-on-override-zoning/) - Editor Leigh Blander and reporter Akanksha Goyal contributed reporting to this article. The Select Board is expected to meet Wednesday, April 15, to review a more detailed presentation of a tiered proposal to override Proposition 2 1/2 — $9 million, $12 million and $15 million — and what cuts each tier would restore. Marblehead faces
- [OBITUARY: Sarah L. Stiles, 78](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/11/obituary-sarah-l-stiles-78/) - Sarah L. Stiles, 78, formerly of Beach Bluff Avenue, Swampscott, passed away on April 6 after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late A. Hall and Harriet F. Stiles. She is survived by her devoted son, Hall Stiles Anthony of Swampscott, and her siblings, William F. Stiles of Darien, Connecticut, Linda S.
- [Happy birthday, Elizabeth: Local woman reflects on century of family, change, hometown memories](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/10/happy-birthday-elizabeth-local-woman-reflects-on-century-of-family-change-hometown-memories/) - When Elizabeth LaLonde was born at the Mary Alley Hospital in 1926, Calvin Coolidge was president, Prohibition was in full swing, and the first national radio network had just started broadcasting. In Marblehead, fishing boats still filled the harbor, and the town’s yacht clubs were already drawing summer sailors to the North Shore. Celebrating her
- [Harbor Light Inn marks 40 years in Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/08/harbor-light-inn-marks-40-years-in-marblehead/) - Harbor Light Inn is celebrating its 40th anniversary on June 9, marking four decades as a family-run inn and a familiar fixture on Washington Street. Owned and operated by the Conway-Pyburn family, Harbor Light has become a regular stop for visitors and a gathering place for locals, from romantic weekend getaways to those stopping in
- [School Committee approves override tiers, MOU after detailing 22 cuts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/09/school-committee-approves-override-tiers-mou-after-detailing-22-cuts/) - The School Committee on Thursday approved the school funding levels tied to each proposed override tier and endorsed a memorandum of understanding aimed at limiting future tax increases, as administrators detailed more than $3 million in cuts made to the fiscal year 2027 school budget. The votes come following a Select Board meeting where town
- [Marblehead department heads outline impacts of potential budget cuts at forum](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/09/marblehead-department-heads-outline-impacts-of-potential-budget-cuts-at-forum/) - Marblehead town department heads fielded questions about their budgets and the potential impact of service cuts during a public panel discussion organized by the Select Board on Thursday at the Council on Aging. The forum gave residents a chance to hear directly from town officials about department services, major projects and how different override scenarios
- [New Marblehead Housing Committee offers 3A update](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2025/08/26/new-marblehead-housing-committee-offers-3a-update/) - At its first meeting Aug. 19 in the Select Board’s Meeting Room at Abbot Hall, the newly formed Marblehead Housing Committee got right down to business, giving an update on the town’s plan to deal with the MBTA Communities Act following the rejection of the town’s compliance plan in last month’s referendum. The committee, formed
- [Headers drop to 0-5 with loss to Medford in Cape Ann Tourney](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2025/12/28/headers-drop-to-0-5-with-loss-to-medford-in-cape-ann-tourney/) - GLOUCESTER — The Marblehead Magicians boys hockey team lost to Medford, 4-2, in the consolation game of the 2025 Cape Ann Savings Bank Holiday Hockey Tournament on Saturday night. “I just told the team, if we can play with the intensity and the desperation that we have in the last five minutes of a game,
- [Lucky 13: Marblehead beats Swampscott, 29-22, in Thanksgiving thriller](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2025/11/27/marblehead-wins-beating-rival-swampscott-29-22/) - The Magicians took home the turkey on Thanksgiving morning at Piper Field, beating the Swampscott Big Blue, 29-22, and retaining the Rotary Cup for the 13th consecutive year. Swampscott opened the scoring with a 49-yard passing touchdown early in the first. Marblehead responded with a 59-yard Landon Dosch receiving score to tie the game two
- [Killeen Miller: MHS volleyball original steps down  ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/09/killeen-miller-mhs-volleyball-original-steps-down/) - It’s always difficult to step away from something that you started, but that’s what Killeen Miller was facing when she made the difficult decision to leave the Marblehead High volleyball program back in January after a successful 12-year run, citing family reasons. After conducting the usual interviews for two-plus months, athletic director Kent Wheeler announced
- [Select Board discusses override tiers from $9M to $15M](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/08/select-board-discusses-override-tiers-from-9m-to-15m/) - The magnitude of the tax increase request made to voters this spring continued to take shape Wednesday night, as the Select Board outlined the potential impact on Marblehead property owners of override tiers of $9 million, $12 million and $15 million. In each case, the property tax increase would be spread over three years and
- [Boston Yacht Club racing season opens with 27th Jackson Cup](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/08/boston-yacht-club-racing-season-opens-april-27-with-jackson-cup/) - Sailors from some of the most prestigious yacht clubs across the United STates and the United Kingdom are converging on Marblehead later this month as the Boston Yacht Club opens its racing season with the 27th annual Jackson Cup team race regatta. A total of eight teams will compete in the event which will take
- [ Bugsy Malone, Thelma are gangsters of love](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/bugsy-malone-thelma-are-gangsters-of-love/) - Breed: Domestic shorthairSize: MediumAge: KittensSex: Male, Female Thelma and Bugsy Malone are approximately 11 weeks old. They just had their veterinarian visit and are all set to find their new homes, according to volunteers at the Marblehead Animal Shelter. Thelma, Bugsy and the rest of the kittens in their litter are in a foster home.
- [MHS student turns hospital memories into book drive for young patients ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/10/mhs-student-turns-hospital-memories-into-book-drive-for-young-patients/) - When Tabitha Geary was growing up, hospital stays were a regular part of life. Now the Marblehead High School sophomore is working to make those difficult days a little brighter for children facing similar experiences. Geary, 16, recently launched “Story Snuggles,” a book collection effort that provides gently used children’s books for pediatric patients in
- [Fire breaks out at Transfer Station Tuesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/fire-breaks-out-at-transfer-station-tuesday/) - Marblehead Fire Chief Jason Gilliland tells the Current that a fire broke out Tuesday inside the pit at the Transfer Station and quickly spread to a nearby truck. A Transfer Station employee pulled the truck away from the pit, and crews put out the fire. "This happens two-to-three times a year," Gilliland said. "It might
- [Inspired by decades-long idea, local author publishes debut eco-thriller ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/10/inspired-by-decades-long-idea-local-author-publishes-debut-eco-thriller/) - After more than four decades in Marblehead and a career in high tech, Joyce Bartlett has added a new title to her résumé: novelist. Bartlett recently released her first book, “The Water Theory,” a 327-page eco-thriller that blends climate science, action and a touch of romance. The novel, which she self-published through Amazon, imagines a
- [ Local ballet students shine at international competition](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/local-ballet-students-shine-at-international-competition/) - A group of young dancers from Marblehead and nearby communities recently stepped onto an international stage for the first time, representing the Coastline Ballet Center at the prestigious Youth America Grand Prix. The Marblehead-based ballet school, now celebrating its fifth year, sent a team of nine dancers ages 10 to 17 to perform at the
- [EDITORIAL: It's Local News Day, and you're invited](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/editorial-its-local-news-day-and-youre-invited/) - On Thursday, April 9, newsrooms and communities across the country will mark Local News Day — a national day of action celebrating the trusted local news and information that helps communities stay informed and connected. Local News Day is built around a simple idea: Start Local. At a time when national headlines dominate our feeds,
- [Young entrepreneur spreads smiles with Good Mood Monster Cards](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/young-entrepreneur-spreads-smiles-with-good-mood-monster-cards/) - In the Bull family kitchen in Marblehead, there’s a small assembly line powered mostly by markers, imagination — and a 7-year-old artist. Delaney Bull, a second-grader at Brown School, has launched her own business called Monster Friends Studio, where she creates colorful “Good Mood Monster Cards” designed to make people smile. What began as a
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-70/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. New improv classes at Creative SpiritWednesday, April 8 - May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. Let your creativity shine by joining a new improvisational acting class on Wednesday evenings. No acting experience is needed, just come participate in lively theater
- [FinCom backs $123M budget, MBTA zoning plan, increased mooring fees](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/fincom-backs-128m-budget-mbta-zoning-plan-increased-mooring-fees/) - The Finance Committee on Monday voted to recommend most Town Meeting warrant articles with financial impact, including Article 23, a $122,762,030 budget for fiscal 2027. Without an override to restore cuts, the budget would lead to deep service reductions and at least 35 to 40 layoffs. That number is expected to climb when the school
- [Headlight: April 8, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/headlight-april-8-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Junior Anna Baughman, Headlight's social media manager, writes about the "anti-social pandemic," people spending increasing amounts of time inside and alone. Assistant Editor Evan Eisen, a senior, discusses the college choices he and his classmates are currently facing. Headlight April 8, 2026
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of April 8, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/07/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-april-8-2026/) - 11311705Download 11311711Download
- [COLUMN: April is Alcohol Awareness Month](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/column-april-is-alcohol-awareness-month/) - Here is a startling statistic for you: nearly 40% of all hospital beds in the United States are filled with individuals with health conditions stemming from alcohol consumption, not counting maternity and intensive care units. Alcoholism is currently the third leading lifestyle-related cause of death in the nation, with 88,000 deaths per year attributed to
- [LETTER: A town that ‘refuses to invest in itself’ may scare away new families](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/letter-a-town-that-refuses-to-invest-in-itself-may-scare-away-new-families/) - To the editor: The cost of saying “no” in Marblehead Marblehead is confronting a budget deficit and debating a property tax override, and many residents (particularly seniors on fixed incomes) are understandably anxious about rising costs. Those concerns are real. But they are not made better by pretending that recent voting choices and our long‑standing
- [LETTER: This letter is ‘100% human generated.’ But others?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/letter-this-letter-is-100-human-generated-but-others/) - AI has come for the Current’s letters to the editor section! Over the past week or so, I have noticed an increase in letters that AI-detection services GPTZero (free), originality.ai (free) and CopyLeaks (free with signup) concur in finding to be entirely AI-generated. This is not to denigrate the use of AI per se. After
- [LETTER: Thank you, town leadership](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/letter-thank-you-town-leadership/) - To the editor: We are writing to express gratitude to the Marblehead town leadership regarding the decision to work together on a coordinated and comprehensive override approach. This joint effort reflects the kind of shared problem-solving that residents have been asking for and we are grateful to the leaders who are working toward a common
- [News in brief: Ask your town leaders, hear from the DA, join Green Homes Tour](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/news-in-brief-ask-your-town-leaders-hear-from-the-da-check-out-green-homes-tour/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Conversation with town leaders On Thursday, April 9, 10 a.m. to noon at the Council on Aging, come for an informal community engagement meeting with town leaders and department heads. Ask questions, share ideas and learn more about services and programs that
- [Who's running, who's not in June town election](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/whos-running-whos-not-in-june-town-election/) - With the deadline two weeks away, more residents have taken out nomination papers for Marblehead’s June 9 town elections. More than 20 seats are up for grabs across town boards and commissions, including the Select Board, School Committee, Board of Health and Municipal Light Commission. According to the Town Clerk’s Office, candidates must collect at
- [Override numbers expected this week as Town Meeting nears](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/override-numbers-expected-this-week-as-town-meeting-nears/) - With Marblehead Town Meeting less than a month away (May 4), the coming days are expected to be critical for Marblehead’s budget and tax override proposals. On Monday evening, April 6, the Finance Committee is set to hold its warrant hearing, where it makes recommendations on all Town Meeting agenda items with financial impacts. (Visit
- [Marblehead Police log: Crosby’s thief strikes twice, stuffs pockets with cheese; “Big Ruby” woos local man](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/marblehead-police-log-crosbys-thief-strikes-twice-stuffs-pockets-with-cheese-big-ruby-woos-local-man/) - Thursday, March 12Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 10Abandoned 911 calls: 1Vehicle stops, citations: 1 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 12:26 p.m. General information was provided on Ferry Lane. 3:32 p.m. Officers, firefighters and an ambulance crew responded to the scene of a vehicle crash on Lafayette Street and Everett Paine Boulevard. Friday, March 13Alarms: 0Building/property checks: 15Abandoned 911
- [Marblehead hockey moms take to the ice](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/06/marblehead-hockey-moms-take-to-the-ice/) - At the end of Marblehead Youth Hockey’s season, nearly 40 moms decided it was their turn to take the ice. They laced up their skates at the Connery Rink in Lynn on March 29. The result: a wobbly, surprisingly competitive and ultimately inspiring first-ever Marblehead Youth Hockey “Moms vs. Moms” game — complete with referees,
- [Marblehead schools All Strings concerts hits all the right notes](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/03/marblehead-schools-all-strings-concerts-hits-all-the-right-notes/) - Marblehead Public School orchestra musicians presented an impressive All Strings concert March 31, featuring students in grades four through 12. All the music performed had a space theme and included pieces "A Million Miles Away” by Francis Caravella and “Stargazers” by Tanner Otto. Also during the hour-long concert, graduating musicians were honored, including Lucas Rosen,
- [OBITUARY: Mary Louise Schneider, 92](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/04/obituary-mary-louise-schneider-92/) - Mary Louise (Sabisch) Schneider, formerly of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on March 26, surrounded by family. She was 92 years old. Born in Albany, New York to the late Alfred and Marjory Sabisch, Mary Lou graduated from the Albany Academy for Girls, Class of 1951. She attended Springfield College, her father’s alma mater, where she
- [OBITUARY: William “Billy” C. Bassett, 82](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/04/obituary-william-billy-c-bassett-82/) - William “Billy” C. Bassett, 82, passed away peacefully on March 25. He was born in Marblehead, where he spent many years cooking for the Elks, the Riptide and the Three Cod Tavern, sharing his passion for food with the community he loved. Family meant everything to him. He is survived by his daughter, Terry Camarda,
- [Federal judge dismisses civil rights suit against town involving Marblehead monk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/03/federal-judge-dismisses-civil-rights-suit-against-town-involving-marblehead-monk/) - On April 3, a federal judge dismissed a sweeping civil rights lawsuit against Marblehead and several town officials filed by Egypt House, an Orthodox Christian religious organization based on Conant Street. Egypt House sued claiming that it should not have to pay property taxes because it is a religious institution.A judge in Boston’s U.S. District
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/31/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-11/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Concert in honor of Bob Franke’s life, music Friday, April 3, 8 p.m. A cherished Marblehead tradition will take on added significance this year as St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church hosts a special Good Friday performance in memory of acclaimed
- [Marblehead Police log: Romance scam, family dispute, phone pings](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/31/marblehead-police-log-romance-scam-family-dispute-phone-pings/) - Thursday, March 5Alarms: 0Building/property checks: 11Abandoned 911 calls: 1Vehicle stops, citations: 0 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 7:29 a.m. An officer took a report over the phone regarding a lost iPhone. The woman explained that the phone had been lost for a while, but around a week ago, she checked her Find my iPhone app, and
- [OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS:  Even as state aid rises, its role in town's budget is shrinking](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/31/overriding-considerations-even-as-state-aid-rises-its-role-in-towns-budget-is-shrinking/) - This is the fourth article in the Current’s series, Overriding Considerations, exploring Marblehead’s budget crisis. To read other stories, visit MarbleheadCurrent.org. Marblehead is receiving more state aid than it did a decade ago, but local officials say the increases have done little to ease pressure on the town’s budget or meaningfully change its financial outlook.The
- [DOLLARS & SENSE: Tracking budget changes](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/03/dollars-sense-tracking-budget-changes/) - The town of Marblehead has posted a document to its website homepage outlining line-item budget numbers from fiscal year 2025 through the proposed 2027 spending plan. It also shows the dollar amount and percentage change from FY 26 to the new proposed plan. PROPOSED-FY27-BALANCED-BUDGET-WITH-NO-OVERRIDEDownload
- [LETTER: More than a job](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/03/letter-more-than-a-job/) - To the editor: For the past 11 years I have been the caretaker of one of Marblehead’s treasures. I will never forget the first time I climbed the winding staircase to the clock tower and looked out over our beautiful town. I remember thinking that it looked like a fairy tale that I had read
- [MHS roof project ramps up, with major work set for summer break](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/02/mhs-roof-project-ramps-up-with-major-work-set-for-summer-break/) - The $12 million roof recovering at Marblehead High School will shift into a higher gear over April vacation, when crews begin early work on the building. “Most of the work will be done over nine weeks of summer,” Leena Long of design and architecture firm Left Field said at an April 2 meeting of the
- [Abbot Library will open only 3 days a week with proposed budget](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/01/abbot-library-to-open-only-three-days-a-week-with-new-budget/) - Leaders at the Abbot Public Library Wednesday sent out a press release announcing that it will only be open three days a week under the town's fiscal year 2027 budget, which has been approved by the Finance Committee and Select Board, but will ultimately be voted on at Town Meeting. The budget cuts about $700,000
- [Baseball Magicians dominate Masco in home opener](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/02/baseball-magicians-dominate-masco-in-home-opener/) - Winning on Opening Day, even in the rain, establishes that positive feeling right away to give high school teams the necessary momentum for more success down the road. It doesn’t guarantee anything, but if they can pile up wins early on in a short season, it bodes well for a postseason berth. The baseball Magicians
- [CURRENT SPORTS ROUNDUP](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/01/current-sports-roundup/) - Veteran girls tennis preps for more success in 2026 Tracy Ackerman is only days away from beginning her 10th season as the Marblehead High girls tennis coach. Rival Masco will provide the competition in Chieftain country on Monday, April 6, at 4 p.m. The Magicians will follow that up with the home opener four days
- [Local racer striving for karting glory in national championship](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/02/local-racer-striving-for-karting-glory-in-national-championship/) - From the time that Calvin Bennett of Marblehead first got behind the wheel of a race car at the age of 10, success has followed him everywhere. In 2025, he took home the Little T Quarter Midget Club track championships in the Light 160 and Light World Formula classes as well as the Boston K1
- ['World's least qualified' baseball coach shares inspiring story at JCC](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/01/worlds-least-qualified-baseball-coach-shares-inspiring-story-at-jcc/) - The names of over 100,000 players, managers, umpires and executives lie within the digital vault that is Baseball Reference, one of, if not the largest repository of baseball knowledge ever compiled. Attached to each one of those names is a story, and while fewer than one-quarter of those stories are capped by an appearance in
- [News in brief: Week of March 30](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/news-in-brief-week-of-march-30/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Marblehead Police want youGo behind the badge and learn about the Marblehead Police Department from the inside. MPD is offering its eight-week course Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., starting April 23. Attendees will meet local officers, detectives and staff and learn how operations work.
- [LETTER: Resident asks for year-by-year budget comparisons](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/01/letter-resident-asks-for-year-by-year-budget-comparisons/) - To the editor: There is a lot of coverage lately about a looming budget shortfall for the town and a likely request for the voters to approve a general override of Proposition 2 1⁄2. I am not certain what to think about this. Like many Marbleheaders, I am averse to higher taxes but I am
- [Town to host Rail Trail virtual community meeting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/01/town-to-host-rail-trail-virtual-community-meeting/) - Interested in Marblehead's ongoing Rail Trail project? The town is hosting a virtual community meeting on Monday, April 13, 7 p.m. to update residents. Here's the link and info to attend: https://tooledesign.zoom.us/j/89145982105?pwd=KGLvQAhCkUFCEQOxq78dD1pfaDNxYJ.1 Zoom Meeting ID: 891 4598 2105Passcode: 505729 2026.4.13_Marblehead-Public-Meeting-Flyer (1)Download
- [Marblehead softball takes 11-3 win in opener](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/01/marblehead-softball-takes-11-3-win-in-opener/) - The Marblehead Magicians varsity softball team opened the season with a dominant 11-3 win over the Lynnfield Pioneers on Tuesday afternoon. “It was a great win,” said Magicians head coach, Johnny Gold. “I’m really happy with the way we hit the ball. We slammed it all over the field. It was cold, which is tough
- [Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day set](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/31/household-hazardous-waste-collection-day-set/) - The town of Marblehead has announced that the next Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Saturday, June 13, 9 a.m.-noon at the Transfer Station. Marblehead and Swampscott residents are welcome. For more info, call the Board of Health at 781-631-0212. This graphic has the details: HHWD-June-2026Download
- [COLUMN: Why Marblehead’s budget feels so confusing right now](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/30/column-why-marbleheads-budget-feels-so-confusing-right-now/) - There’s a growing sense that something doesn’t quite add up. Residents are hearing about potential cuts, fewer services, higher costs and even the possibility of closing the library. At the same time, people see potholes that haven’t been fixed and are aware of recent high-profile expenses and projects that can be difficult to square with
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of March 25, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/30/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-march-25-2026/) - 11310710Download 11310711Download 11310712Download 11310715Download
- [Headlight: March 25, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/30/headlight-march-25-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Assistant Editor Anna Cruikshank recounts one of her "favorite high school memories yet," the Sophomore Semi at Tupper Manor. Editor-In-Chief Grey Collins, a senior, reports on a daylong service project members of the Social Studies Honors Society participated in at a warehouse
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of April 1, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/30/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-april-1-2026/) - 11311188Download 11311189Download 11311190Download 11311191Download
- [Headlight: April 1, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/30/headlight-april-1-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Freshmen London Perlow and Mary Prindiville write about how students can get involved with the Marblehead Festival of Arts. Senior Will Pelliciotti discusses the start of the Major League Baseball season. Headlight April 1, 2026 Issue (1)Download
- [SHARK TANK: Students pitch projects aimed at making a difference](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/31/shark-tank-students-pitch-projects-aimed-at-making-a-difference/) - Last month, eighth graders at the Marblehead Community Charter Public School pitched community service learning projects to a panel of judges and fielded questions about their plans. The school calls it “Shark Week,” inspired by the TV show “Shark Tank,” where entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to investors. The Current had the honor of sitting on
- [SWEET 60: Volunteers shift into high gear for milestone Arts Festival](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/01/sweet-60-volunteers-shift-into-high-gear-for-milestone-arts-festival/) - Marblehead will celebrate the 60th Marblehead Festival of Arts this year with new events, special memorabilia and an expanded schedule. Volunteers have been working all year to prepare for the festival, which draws visitors from across the North Shore and beyond. “We really hit the ground running last July,” said volunteer and festival board member
- [MONEY MATTERS: The ‘Great Wealth Transfer’ will favor women. Are you prepared?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/04/02/money-matters-the-great-wealth-transfer-will-favor-women-are-you-prepared/) - Over the past several decades, women have made remarkable progress in education, careers and leadership. However, when it comes to personal finances, many still tend to take on a more passive role. The reality is this: financial confidence doesn’t come from knowing everything. It comes from being engaged, asking the right questions and having a
- [EDITORIAL: End of an era](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/31/editorial-end-of-an-era/) - After 15 years of leading MHTV, Executive Director Joan Goloboy has retired, and we are taking this moment to both recognize and thank Joan for her many contributions to local access public television in Marblehead. Cable television came to town in the mid-’80s, with Continental Cablevision being the first of many cable companies to provide
- [Super JJ rescues Marblehead from Triple Z villain](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/super-jj-rescues-marblehead-from-triple-z-villain/) - Marblehead witnessed true heroism Sunday, as 4-year-old JJ Weiss spent his Make-A-Wish day as a superhero taking on the villainous ‘Triple Z.’ After his day of missions, more than 400 people gathered at Seaside Park to celebrate JJ, who has been battling medulloblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Marblehead Police presented JJ with a
- [LETTER: Cutting off your nose to spite your face](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/letter-cutting-of-your-nose-to-spite-your-face/) - There is an old expression: Cutting off your nose to spite your face. That is exactly what this town's proposed budget does. The roles of town planner, grant coordinator and sustainability director not only enhance many aspects of our town, they fight back against climate catastrophe, find ways to maintain shared resources and bring in
- [Local dad/coach running London Marathon to support Children’s Hospital](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/31/local-dad-coach-running-london-marathon-to-support-childrens-hospital/) - When Marblehead resident Brody Inglis lines up for the London Marathon April 26, the race will represent far more than another long-distance challenge. The father of two is running to raise money for Boston Children's Hospital through its Miles for Miracles program — combining a personal milestone with a cause close to his heart. “I
- ['Headers running the Boston Marathon](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/headers-running-the-boston-marathon/) - Two dozen Marblehead residents will lace up to run the Boston Marathon on April 21, ranging in age from 21 to 66. Here is a list: Zach Blatt, Tyler Callahan, Margaux Danforth, Daniel Donato, Matthew Duca, Kristin Gendron, Liam Hill, Richard Jordan, Montana Joyce, John Lequin, Ava Mahoney, Jenn Mangold, Ross Patterson, Emily Promise, Sally
- [LETTER: Ideology vs common sense](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/31/letter-ideology-vs-common-sense/) - To the editor: “It is usually futile to try to talk facts and analysis to people who are enjoying a sense of moral superiority in their ignorance.” – Thomas Sowell I love Thomas Sowell. He’s a brilliant man. Ninety-five years old and still cogent. For anyone on the Left who doesn’t know who he is
- [LETTER: ‘Let us old geezers count’ in protecting freedoms](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/letter-let-us-old-geezers-count-in-protecting-freedoms/) - To the editor: I refer to the editorial in the Marblehead Current of March 25. It quoted President Obama when he attended the funeral for Rev. Jesse Jackson. The end of the quote was “… if we don’t stand up, no one else will.” I quote now a statement from a German pastor who originally
- [LETTER: A call for ‘principled governance,’ not ‘symbolic resolutions’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/letter-a-call-for-principled-governance-not-symbolic-resolutions/) - On behalf of the Marblehead Republican Town Committee, we welcome open discussion, but believe the Current’s March 25 editorial, “In abnormal times, an affirmation of basic rights” and Article 40 itself are built less on genuine threats to constitutional rights and more on political opposition to the current administration. Our founding principles—individual liberty, limited government
- [LETTER: Marblehead is at a crossroads](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/letter-marblehead-is-at-a-crossroads/) - To the editor: Marblehead is at a crossroads. In the weeks and months ahead, residents will be asked to make decisions that will shape the future of the town’s services, schools, and long-term stability. With the Select Board putting forward comprehensive, multi-year override options, this is an important moment for the entire community. In this
- [LETTER: Split the budget pain 50/50](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/letter-split-the-budget-pain-50-50/) - I’ve read with interest the articles and letters about how to balance Marblehead’s 2027 budget. I can understand the various arguments from the point of view from which the various people have brought them. And despite its critical importance I can also understand why the school budget is in the spotlight: It is the biggest
- [Norton (Norty) Halber, 92](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/norton-norty-halber-92/) - Norton (Norty) Halber, a resident of Marblehead since 1971, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the presence of his son at the Harriett & Ralph Kaplan Estates in Peabody. He leaves his wife of 39 years, Dorthy Halber (best friend and tennis partner); son, Eric; and grandson, Matthew. He also leaves longtime
- [OBITUARY: Johannah "Josie" Crowley](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/29/obituary-johannah-josie-crowley/) - Johannah "Josie" Crowley passed away peacefully, at home, on March 22, surrounded by her loving family. Josie (Hammond) Crowley was born in Marblehead on Oct. 5, 1941, as the daughter of Mary (Brady) Hammond and Ralph Hammond. She was predeceased by her son Sean Patrick; brother William; and sisters Anne Khatchadurian, Catherine Hammond and Mary
- [Town leaders approve $122.7M budget with at least 35-40 job cuts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/28/town-leaders-approve-122-7m-budget-with-at-least-35-40-job-cuts/) - During what officials called a “Super Saturday” marathon meeting, the Finance Committee voted to approve all town and school budgets totaling $122.7 million, with at least 35-40 job cuts. The goal is to close the town's $7.7 million deficit for fiscal 2027. Select Board member Jim Zisson was the lone vote against the budget. Zisson
- [PHOTOS & VIDEO: Hundreds turn out for 'No Kings'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/28/photos-video-hundreds-turn-out-for-no-kings/) - Hundreds of people lined Maple and Lafayette streets Saturday afternoon, joining people around the country for the third annual "No Kings" rally. People waved signs and sang protest songs, as cars drove by honking their horns. The Current was there and will have a full report soon. For now, enjoy this photo and video gallery.
- [Marblehead boy's Make-A-Wish set for Sunday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/28/marblehead-boys-make-a-wish-set-for-sunday/) - Four-year-old JJ Weiss loves superheroes. And this Sunday, March 29, Make-A-Wish is coming to Marblehead to make JJ's superhero dreams come true. JJ is battling medulloblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. (The Current wrote about JJ last year HERE.) His family, Marblehead Police, local businesses and Make-A-Wish have partnered to create a day-long event called "Super
- [Select Board finalizes $122.7M budget; $4.4M override projected to restore town-side costs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/27/select-board-finalizes-122-7m-budget-with-20-job-cuts-4-4m-override-projected-to-restore-town-side-costs/) - Just hours after the School Committee approved a $47,620,287 fiscal 2027 budget, the Select Board finalized the town’s full spending plan — including schools — at $122,762,030. The final budget includes 20 municipal staff cuts (not including educators), according to Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer. Here's the list of department budgets greenlighted by the Select Board
- [A retro anthem for Marblehead: Local native pens song about growing up in town](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/a-retro-anthem-for-marblehead-local-native-pens-song-about-growing-up-in-town/) - For one Marblehead native, memories of growing up in town never really faded — they just needed a melody. After decades away, Marblehead High School Class of 1971 graduate Jay Block recently wrote a nostalgic song celebrating the freedom, friendships and small-town traditions that defined his childhood here. The tune, which he calls a kind
- [Schools' new assignment: Cut another $1.5M and define override requests](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/27/schools-new-assignment-cut-another-1-5m-and-define-override-requests/) - The School Committee Friday morning unanimously approved a $47,620,287 budget for fiscal 2027 (including some disputed benefit funds) that will require an additional $1.5 million in cuts. That is on top of to two earlier rounds of cuts of $2.6 million and $1.7 million. The committee asked Superintendent John Robidoux and Assistant Superintendent Mike Pfifferling
- [OBITUARY: Jack McGrath, 25](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/27/obituary-jack-mcgrath-25/) - Jack McGrath died suddenly on March 21 doing what he loved to do most in the world — skiing. Skiing was his passion and he shared that love and enthusiasm with everyone from a very young age. Jack was 25 years old. He was spirited, joyful and loving to all around him. During his short, but full
- [FOOD 101: Frittata — a meal any time of day](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/26/food-101-frittata-a-meal-any-time-of-day/) - By Linda Bassett In Italian vernacular, the phrase “are una frittata” translates as “to make a mess.” But on the table, that mess becomes delectable. Quite different from a mess of grits or a mess of catfish, a frittata brings beaten eggs together with whatever the cook imagines for a quick meal — breakfast, lunch
- [Two school budget proposals head to Friday vote after tense meeting with FinCom](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/two-school-budget-proposals-head-to-friday-vote-after-tense-meeting-with-fincom/) - School Committee members Jenn Schaeffner and Melissa Clucas will bring two different budget recommendations to their colleagues Friday, after a testy meeting with Finance Committee members on Wednesday. At issue: how much financial cushion should be built into the school district’s health insurance costs. During a tense meeting of the School Committee’s budget subcommittee, officials
- [Select Board backs tiered, multi-year override framework combining school/town requests](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/select-board-backs-tiered-multi-year-override-framework-combining-school-town-requests/) - The Select Board Wednesday night voted to move forward with a tiered override framework, backing a multi-year approach as officials work to close a roughly $7.7 million budget gap. The vote directs Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer to return April 8 with detailed numbers and a finalized structure for Town Meeting, where residents will decide whether
- [UPDATE: Marblehead schools' finance chief staying in town](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/26/marblehead-schools-finance-director-may-be-leaving-according-to-report/) - Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Mike Pfifflering told the Current Thursday morning that he will be staying in Marblehead. He was not chosen for a similar position at Whittier Tech in Haverhill. "I am not surprised nor disappointed," Pfifferling wrote in an email. "I really enjoy my role with the Marblehead Public Schools and the
- [Marblehead Rec & Parks: No more trash pickup at 187 barrels in public areas to save $45K](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/marblehead-rec-parks-no-more-trash-pickup-at-187-barrels-in-public-areas-to-save-45k/) - Facing a tightening fiscal 2027 budget, the Recreation and Parks Department may stop collecting trash from 187 barrels in parks and other public spaces, as officials search for ways to cut another $45,000 from their spending plan. The town would rely on a carry-in/carry-out trash policy for those areas. Recreation & Parks SupervisorJaime Bloch told
- [OBITUARY: Sandra L. 'Sandy' Johnson](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/obituary-sandra-l-sandy-johnson/) - Sandra L. "Sandy" Johnson, 88, of Marblehead, MA passed away peacefully on March 22, surrounded by loving family members. She was born in Weymouth to L. Wellington and Millicent Huddy. She lived a full and beautiful life centered around family, travel and love. Her smile could light up a room and would bring joy to
- [MHS softball expects to be among the top Division 2 teams statewide for third straight year](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/mhs-softball-expects-to-be-among-the-top-division-2-teams-statewide-for-third-straight-year/) - As the last couple of years were defined by long postseason runs — one Final Four appearance, followed by being among the Sweet 16 in Division 2 — the expectations are naturally high for more success like that this spring, if not better, especially with a veteran all-star pitcher returning for a third straight season.
- [EDITORIAL: In abnormal times, an affirmation of basic rights](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/editorial-in-abnormal-times-an-affirmation-of-basic-rights/) - Why are the core principles embedded in two of our country’s foundational documents — the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution — up for discussion at this year’s Town Meeting? And how does Marblehead’s historic role in fighting for these inalienable rights figure in how the town might vote, considering our current political climate? We
- [Health Department estimates $281 for trash fee; BoH approves budgets](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/health-department-estimates-281-for-trash-fee-boh-approves-budgets/) - The Board of Health spoke more about a proposed curbside trash and recycling fee at its meeting Tuesday night. With a 3% opt-out rate, Health Director Andrew Petty projected the curbside fee to be about $281 per household. “We believe somewhere between 3% and 5% might opt out,” Petty said, though board members suggested the
- [NEW: School budget cuts, override on agenda at two meetings this week](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/24/school-committee-pauses-override-discussion-to-nail-down-amount-of-cuts/) - NEW on March 24: The School Committee's budget subcommittee will meet virtually Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. to try again to determine whether the $1.5 million additional cuts requested by the town represent an accurate number. The public can join HERE. Public comment is on the agenda. Then on Friday, the School Committee will meet at
- [Koh’s ActBlue fundraising still dominates MA-6 Democratic field](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/24/kohs-actblue-fundraising-still-dominates-ma-6-democratic-field/) - This article is written by Dave Copeland at Andover News. In the race to replace Congressman Seth Moulton in the 6th District, Dan Koh’s campaign continued to significantly outpace the Democratic field in February fundraising on the ActBlue platform, bringing in more than $311,000 in contributions and widening an already substantial advantage among candidates using
- ['No Kings' rally set for Saturday in Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/24/no-kings-rally-set-for-saturday-in-marblehead/) - Another "No Kings" rally is set for this Saturday, March 28, 2-4 p.m., at the corner of Lafayette and Maple streets. The standout is part of a nationwide event. Neary 800 people turned out in Marblehead for the last national "No Kings" event in October. For more information, visit NO KINGS Marblehead [MA] · No
- [OBSERVER REPORT: Housing Authority meeting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/23/observer-report-housing-authority-meeting/) - MARBLEHEAD HOUSING AUTHORITY – March 17, 2026LWVM Observer – Cathy Marie MichaelMembers Present: Jennifer Schaeffner, William Kuker, Terri Tauro, Kristin Dubay Horton, Cathy Sheehan, Executive DirectorPublic CommentTenant 1 - Washers and Dryers down for 2 weeks, sometimes 1 week - “This company is not showing up in a timely manner.”ED, Cathy Sheehan response - “Thank
- [Local businesses weigh future as Chamber narrows focus](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/24/local-businesses-weigh-future-as-chamber-narrows-focus/) - 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
- [Wait, there's another one!](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/24/wait-theres-another-one/) - By Rick Cuzner Over the last several years, there have been as many as four (maybe more) long-eared owls wintering over along the Salisbury coast. Last weekend, myself and a friend took a ride along the coast to try and find one. It didn't take long. The birder with a spotting scope gave it away.
- [‘For Marblehead’ campaign launches to support townwide budget override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/23/for-marblehead-campaign-launches-to-support-townwide-budget-override/) - As Marblehead confronts a $7.7 million budget deficit for fiscal 2027, residents concerned about deep cuts to schools and town services have launched a grassroots ballot question committee called For Marblehead. The group will “advocate for sustainable funding, responsible policies and strong civic leadership in support of the town’s schools, services and infrastructure,” according to
- [MARBLEHEAD MUSINGS: Budget potholes — d’ah y’ah think?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/25/marblehead-musings-budget-potholes-dah-yah-think/) - It’s pothole season. On March 11, Amy McHugh, director of public works, informed the Select Board that there are more than 120 potholes in Marblehead on her list that need fixin’. D’ah y’ah think there is a relationship between pothole season and Marblehead budget season? I don’t know if there are more budget holes than
- [News in brief: MHS freshman picks up top honor and more](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/22/in-news-in-brief-mhs-freshman-goes-national-power-shopping-a-spring-gala-and-museum-meeting/) - 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. Peters-Abbadi received a Massachusetts Merit Scholar Award and
- [Burns named varsity volleyball coach](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/22/burns-named-varsity-volleyball-coach/) - Shelley Burns has been named Marblehead High’s new varsity volleyball head coach for the 2026 season. With a wealth of experience on and off the court, Burns will bring a unique combination of athletic excellence, a deep understanding of the needs of student-athletes and a passion for creating a successful team culture, according to Athletic
- [Girls welcome lacrosse season with first ever kick-off ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/22/girls-welcome-lacrosse-season-with-first-ever-kick-off/) - On March 15, nearly 100 Marblehead students from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade gathered in the high school field house with their sticks and goggles to celebrate the beginning of the lacrosse season. The gym was packed with coaches, parents and lacrosse players of all skill levels. “I’m so excited that all of you also love
- [DOC IN A BOX: What technology quietly learns about us](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/26/doc-in-a-box-what-technology-quietly-learns-about-us/) - Over the past few years writing for the Marblehead Current, I’ve noticed something interesting: The biggest tech stories aren’t usually about the technology itself. They’re about what technology quietly learns about us. And lately, the lesson seems to be this: The internet remembers more about you than you think. Your “anonymous” account probably isn’t. Many
- [POLICE LOG: Possible link between punctured tire, noise complaint probed](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/22/police-log-possible-link-between-punctured-tire-noise-complaint-probed/) - Monday, March 2Alarms: 0Building/property checks: 11Abandoned 911 calls: 0Vehicle stops, citations: 1 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 2 11:35 a.m. An officer spoke at the station with a woman who had found cash in the parking lot of Village Plaza near Dunkin Donuts. The woman had posted about it on Facebook and was advised to turn the
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/22/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-69/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Current Trivia NightWednesday, March 25, 6 p.m. After the blizzard postponed its February event, the Current will host its annual Trivia Night at The Landing Restaurant. Come test your knowledge with Trivia Master
- [OBITUARY: Alice W. Kolczynski, 85](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/obituary-alice-w-kolczynski-85/) - Alice W. (Percy) Kolczynski, 85, of Phippsburg, Maine and formerly of Auburn passed away on March 12. Mrs. Kolczynski was born in Arlington, Massachusetts, on Feb. 5, 1941, to the late Minot and Ilene Neas Percy. Alice proudly served our country with the U.S. Air Force as a surgical nurse from 1962-1963. She was a
- [Why I’m going to ‘No Kings’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/why-im-going-to-no-kings/) - To the editor: I miss America — the one I have known all my life. In the past 14 months, I have watched OUR Democracy slowly dissolving before my eyes. I am stunned that we are allowing this administration to do whatever they want with no accountability. This is the third week of the Iran
- [Marblehead Select Board advances budget as department heads decry cuts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/marblehead-select-board-advances-budget-as-department-heads-decry-cuts/) - The Select Board on March 19 unanimously approved a full slate of fiscal year 2027 departmental budgets after more than three hours of hearings, as officials worked to close a $7.7 million deficit through a mix of cuts, restructuring and proposed new revenue.Members repeatedly emphasized that the budget is built on two key assumptions: the
- [OBITUARY: Janice I. Phillips, 94](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/obituary-janice-i-phillips-94/) - Janice Irene (Hunt) Phillips passed away at her home in Marblehead on March 16. Born on Jan. 18, 1932, in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. She was the daughter of Jack and Irene Hunt and the sister of Howard Hunt. Janice lived a life full of adventure, warmth and deep connection to the people and communities
- [LETTER: ‘A direct blow to community’s well-being’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/letter-a-direct-blow-to-communitys-well-being/) - To the editor: The recently proposed budget cuts to Abbot Public Library will be a direct blow to our community’s well-being. Reducing the library’s budget means more than just fewer library staff. The result will be reduced operating hours, fewer literacy programs for our children, and limited access to the high-speed internet that many of
- [LETTER: ‘Darling Dames’: Closing library would be shame](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/letter-darling-dames-closing-library-would-be-shame/) - To the editor: As members of the Darling Dames Book Club and residents of Marblehead, we are disheartened to hear that our town is considering closing the library due to financial pressures. Like most residents, we understand that our town must make difficult decisions when budgets are tight. Responsible financial stewardship matters. But closing the
- [LETTER: Library a ‘precious jewel’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/letter-library-a-precious-jewel/) - To the editor: My 40-plus years in Marblehead hardly makes me a "townie” in the classic sense, but there are some things I do know about it. One of them is the value of Abbot Library. It is primary to the welfare of the town. Easily accessible to patrons of all ages, with something for
- [LETTER: Nonviolent resistance has long history](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/letter-nonviolent-resistance-has-long-history/) - To the editor: As we approach the 250th anniversary of America’s independence and the war that began April 19, 1775, at the Battle of Lexington and Concord, it may be instructive to reflect on colonists’ lengthy nonviolent struggle against their government’s policies in the decade prior to the American Revolution. Between 1765 and 1775, Britain
- [LETTER: Don’t let library doors close on your watch](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/letter-dont-let-library-doors-close-on-your-watch/) - Dear members of the Marblehead Select Board and Finance Committee: Please don’t let it happen on your watch. Don’t let the library doors close. As many of you are aware, in 2018 we took a long, hard look at our library. We studied its history, which at that point was approaching 140 years. We decided
- [LETTER: Dems celebrate successful caucus](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/letter-dems-celebrate-successful-caucus/) - To the editor: It was standing-room-only at the Abbot Library on Saturday, March 7, as our Marblehead Democrats caucused. The enthusiastic gathering heard from Democratic candidates and elected 18 delegates, including four alternates, to represent us at the Massachusetts Democratic State Convention. The Marblehead Democratic Town Committee is grateful to all who came out and
- [OBITUARY: Carol A. Gleason, 75](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/obituary-carol-a-gleason-75/) - Carol A. (Novak) Gleason, 75, of Marblehead passed away peacefully on March 15 at the Lafayette Rehabilitation and Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Franklin, New Hampshire, the daughter of the late Adam and Rita Novak, Carol was the loving wife of Dr. William Gleason,
- [OBITUARY: George R. Barker, 90](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/20/obituary-george-r-barker-90/) - George R. “Georgie” Barker, 90, of Marblehead, passed away Tuesday, March 17 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. He was the husband of the late Bridget (Cromie) Barker for 45 years. Born in Laconia, New Hampshire, Georgie was the son of the late George N. and Helen G. (Bean) Barker. George and his
- [Marblehead residents share visions for Coffin’s future with UConn consultants](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/19/marblehead-residents-share-visions-for-coffins-future-with-uconn-consultants/) - Marblehead residents shared their thoughts on the redevelopment of the Coffin School site with members of the UConn Technical Assistance to Brownfields program and Director of Community Development and Planning Brendan Callahan at Abbot Hall March 18. The UConn TAB program gives free assistance to communities who request its services to help create 3D renderings
- [COLUMN: One Marblehead Select Board member’s perspective on town budget](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/column-one-marblehead-select-board-members-perspective-on-town-budget/) - The municipality has not pushed for an operating override since its last successful operating override in 2005. Twenty years later, we are facing another consequential year. This year’s operating deficits are real because we have a perfect storm of revenue and cost shocks, coming after years of tightening. A brief history The last two unsuccessful
- [Marblehead FinCom details cuts, fees needed to close $7.7M deficit](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/marblehead-fincom-details-cuts-fees-needed-to-close-7-7m-deficit/) - With a roughly $7.7 million deficit still unresolved, the Finance Committee Monday night walked through multiple scenarios outlining the town’s limited options for closing the gap, with new analysis showing the scale of cuts, staffing reductions and potential fees still on the table.Chair Alec Goolsby laid out three potential paths to a balanced budget, each
- [OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS: Tough choices prompt surge of override requests statewide](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/overriding-considerations-tough-choices-prompts-surge-of-override-requests-statewide/) - Editor’s note: This is part three in the Marblehead Current’s series, “Overriding Considerations,” which explores various facets of the “fiscal cliff” on which the town is teetering. To read the previous installment, see: Part 1: Behind Marblehead’s $65 million payroll in 2025 Part 2: Analysis: Town’s tax burden ranks low among peers Communities across Massachusetts
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets, March 19-27](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/18/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-march-19-27/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Jazz at the Arts: Eden Rewa with Joey BarbatoThursday, March 19, 7 p.m. The Marblehead Arts Association and Gene Arnould present Eden Rewa with Joey Barbato as a part of their Jazz at
- [New children’s book puts Marblehead, arts festival in spotlight](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/new-childrens-book-puts-marblehead-arts-festival-in-spotlight/) - Anyone who knows Jodi-Tatiana Charles knows she is a force of nature. The international marketing strategist ran the Marblehead Festival of Arts in 2023 and 2024, bringing new events and fresh energy to the popular annual tradition. Now, she has written a children’s book that highlights how festivals build stronger, more connected communities. It’s called
- [Folk community to honor Franke on Good Friday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/18/folk-community-to-honor-franke-on-good-friday/) - A cherished Marblehead tradition will take on added significance this year as St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church hosts a special Good Friday performance in memory of acclaimed folk singer and songwriter Bob Franke. Franke died Oct. 16, 2025, after being struck by a motorcycle in Antigua, Guatemala, where he and his wife had retired just weeks
- [BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Get to know Glover Property Management Inc.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/business-spotlight-get-to-know-glover-property-management-inc/) - 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,
- [Nominations being accepted for Amy R. Saltz Award](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/nominations-being-accepted-for-amy-r-saltz-award/) - Submitted by the Marblehead Counseling Center “Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.” C.S. Lewis What does it take to live on for others after you are gone? It can be hard to hold on to the small, everyday acts of kindness that define a person, but Marblehead Counseling Center felt it was
- [POLICE LOG: Wayward wiper whacks cruiser window; ‘cartel’ accuses man of ‘wasting escort’s time’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/police-log-wayward-wiper-whacks-cruiser-window-cartel-accuses-man-of-wasting-escorts-time/) - Excerpts from the Marblehead police log of Sunday, Feb. 22 through Sunday, March 1, 2026. Sunday, Feb. 22 Alarms: 0 Building/property checks: 6 Abandoned 911 calls: 0 Vehicle stops, citations: 0 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 12:27 a.m. Officers investigated a report of suspicious activity on Leicester Road. 12:31 a.m. Police received a general complaint
- [Marblehead ramps up pothole repairs after punishing winter](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/marblehead-ramps-up-pothole-repairs-after-punishing-winter/) - After a winter marked by punishing storms, potholes are now popping up across Marblehead, and crews are working to catch up as snow operations wind down. Department of Public Works Director Amy McHugh updated the Select Board March 11 about the pothole scourge, saying the winter pushed public works crews to their limits and left
- [Overrides take center stage in Marblehead budget talks](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/16/overrides-take-center-stage-in-marblehead-budget-talks/) - This week, the Select Board and School Committee are moving closer to finalizing potential property tax override requests for May’s Town Meeting. Marblehead hasn’t approved a general override — permanently raising the tax base — in more than 20 years. On March 19 at 1 p.m., Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer is expected to update the
- [EDITORIAL: Send scammers’ ‘payment portals’ packing](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/editorial-send-scammers-payment-portals-packing/) - Scammers don't ask you to mail a check anymore. They direct you to a convenience store. There, beside the chips and sodas, sits a kiosk that looks like an ATM but exists, in practice, to separate vulnerable people from their money. The targets are most often seniors — people the FTC says are more than
- [LETTER: Trebek 1, Burns 0](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/16/letter-trebek-1-burns-0/) - To the editor: In response to your article about the connection of Marblehead and the TV show "Jeopardy," I remember hearing Alex Trebek, a Canadian, pronounce Elbridge Gerry and “gerrymander” correctly, with a hard G, like “Gary.” So I was disappointed that Ken Burns' narrator pronounced Elbridge Gerry and “gerrymandering” with a soft G, like
- [Marblehead doc to run marathon while expanding pediatric rehab programs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/marblehead-doc-to-run-marathon-while-expanding-pediatric-rehab-programs/) - Dr. Brian Wishart, a Marblehead father-of-three and chief of the Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine division at Spaulding Rehab, is running the Boston Marathon next month. “We have a 12-bed inpatient pediatric rehab unit in Charlestown and serve children from all over New England, as well as a number of international patients,” Wishart told the Current. “We
- [Marblehead girls hoop captains reflect on careers, college plans ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/17/marblehead-girls-hoop-captains-reflect-on-careers-college-plans/) - The Marblehead High girls basketball season ended just about three weeks ago on Feb. 26 against host Notre Dame Academy of Hingham in a Division 2 preliminary round state tournament game. These Magicians turned in a competitive effort only to come up short, 50-44. For the five senior players — Tessa Andriano, Greta Sachs, Samara
- [SPORTS ROUNDUP: Indoor track teams complete season with team, individual accolades ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/16/sports-roundup-indoor-track-teams-complete-season-with-team-individual-accolades/) - Another high school indoor track season is in the books. It was a season that the Marblehead High boys team won’t forget anytime soon after winning the Northeastern Conference Dunn Division with a 3-0-1 record in conference, 8-0-1 overall. They were also the overall conference champs because Swampscott, the top team in the Lynch Division
- [Headlight: March 18, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/16/headlight-march-11-2026-2/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Social Media Manager Anna Baughman, a junior, offers a preview of Community Art Night Friday, March 20, 6-7:30 p.m. at MHS, sponsored by the National Art Honor Society. All are welcome. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students (children under 6
- [MARBLEHEAD STORIES: Moulton on growing up in town](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2025/01/31/marblehead-stories-moulton-on-growing-up-in-town/) - Although now he walks through the marble halls of the United States Capitol, serves on influential committees and casts significant votes in the House chamber as the Massachusetts sixth district representative, it wasn’t long ago that Congressman Seth Moulton was just a kid sailing, fishing and swimming in Marblehead Harbor. “Everything was on the water,”
- [CURRENT EVENTS](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/13/current-events-5/) - Don’t miss Marblehead’s best bets coming up Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Shipwrecks of Salem SoundWednesday, March 11, 7-8 p.m. Discover the North Shore’s maritime mysteries with author Ray Bates at Marblehead Yacht Club, 4 Cliff St. Bates
- [All hands on deck: Marblehead christens new harbor patrol boat](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/14/all-hands-on-deck-marblehead-christens-new-harbor-patrol-boat/) - State Rep. Jenny Armini christened Marblehead's new harbor patrol boat on Friday as it was lowered into the water. The 31-foot vessel has full firefighting capabilities and a communications center, according to Harbormaster Mark Souza. The boat was funded by a grant. It's named the Stacey H. Clark, in honor of its predecessor.
- [Marblehead's election season kicks off Monday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/12/marbleheads-election-season-kicks-off-monday/) - Nomination papers for the town's June 9 election will be available Monday, March 16. There are several seats up for grabs on the Select Board, School Committee, Board of Health, Light Board and more. Here is the complete list of terms expiring this spring, according to the Town Clerk's Office. Anyone interested in running can
- [OBITUARY: Eleanor “Ellie” Veale, 94](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/13/obituary-eleanor-ellie-veale-94/) - Eleanor “Ellie” Veale of Manchester, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 9, at the age of 94, surrounded by family and the loving staff at River Woods Manchester. Ellie was born March 6, 1932, in Everett to Harry and Margaret (Gerrie) Beats. She grew up with her sister Margaret and brother Jim in
- [School Committee begins weighing override to restore budget cuts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/13/school-committee-begins-weighing-override-to-restore-budget-cuts/) - At its March 12 meeting, the Marblehead School Committee began discussing override options to help restore deep budget cuts planned for fiscal 2027. As directed by the town, the district delivered a level-funded budget that includes more than a dozen staff layoffs. Now the town is requesting an additional $1.5 million in cuts. “I’m not
- [Town’s first sustainability coordinator is leaving](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/12/towns-first-sustainability-coordinator-is-leaving/) - Logan Casey, the town’s first sustainability coordinator, is leaving Marblehead March 27, after two years in office. “I’ve had the privilege of working with dedicated colleagues, community members and partners to advance projects that strengthen Marblehead’s climate resilience and get closer to the Community’s Net Zero GHG emissions by 2040 goal,” Casey wrote on his
- [Another awarding season for the Marblehead High swim program](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/12/another-awarding-season-for-the-marblehead-high-swim-program/) - The Marblehead High swim and dive team once again dominated the Northeastern Conference, sweeping both the regular season and the NEC Meet, and the awards season was no different. The conference coaches selected the All-Conference and All-Star teams, and the Magicians All-Conference selections are: Hazell Wright, Grace Ladouceur, Macy Ladouceur and Winnie Waddington in the
- [Marblehead High boys basketball falls in Round of 32; Wrestling wraps up season in All-State Meet](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/12/marblehead-high-boys-basketball-falls-in-round-of-32-wrestling-wraps-up-season-in-all-state-meet/) - Basketball Magicians fall in the Round of 32 The Marblehead High boys basketball team, the 20th seed in Division 2 after finishing up the regular season with a 13-7 record, took on Worcester’s Doherty Memorial (14-6), the 13th seed, in the Round of 32. They ended up losing the high scoring, competitive road game, 83-70.
- [Marblehead High girls hockey completes season with tourney appearance; Track, wrestling updates](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/12/marblehead-high-girls-hockey-completes-season-with-tourney-appearance-track-wrestling-updates/) - Girls hockey successfully rebuilds with playoff appearance In Jon Strzempek’s first full year as the Marblehead Magicians girls co-op hockey coach, he was able to see steady progress among the players on the team. They ended up with a 5-13-2 regular season record, before getting shutout by Duxbury, the third seed, 5-0 in a Round
- [NEW: Select Board directs Kezer to research three override tiers](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/new-select-board-directs-kezer-to-research-three-override-tiers/) - **This is a developing story. Stay with the Current for updates. The Select Board on Wednesday night instructed Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer to research three potential Proposition 2 1/2 override “tiers” for May’s Town Meeting as it grapples with a projected $7.7 million deficit for fiscal year 2027. Kezer is expected to present the tiers
- [EDITORIAL: Oh, what a night](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/editorial-oh-what-a-night/) - There was laughter and there were tears as family and friends of Ed Bell came together at the Boston Yacht Club last week to celebrate Ed’s legacy. Longtime colleague and friend Susan Wornick and Ed’s daughter, Andrea Bell Bergeron, co-hosted the first of what we anticipate will be an annual event. Love was in the
- [COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS: Nominations being accepted for Amy R. Saltz Award](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/community-champions-nominations-being-accepted-for-amy-r-saltz-award/) - “Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.” C.S. Lewis What does it take to live on for others after you are gone? It can be hard to hold on to the small, everyday acts of kindness that define a person, but Marblehead Counseling Center felt it was important to honor a woman whose
- [Town administrator to reveal override scenarios Wednesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/10/town-administrator-to-reveal-override-scenarios-wednesday/) - 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
- [LIGHTS, CAMERA, AI?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/lights-camera-ai/) - MHS junior wins New York Times contest with short film on AI, creativity For Max Kane, a junior at Marblehead High School, a weekend spent hanging out with friends around Boston turned into something much bigger: a prize-winning short film for The New York Times. Kane recently won the Times’ student contest “Growing Up With
- [Marblehead fire chief shares drought alert for area](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/marblehead-fire-chief-shares-drought-alert-for-area/) - Chief Jason Gilliland shared this drought alert from the state: "The Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs and the Drought Management Task Force declared critical drought conditions in central and northeastern Massachusetts, with significant drought conditions in most other areas of the state. As we all know, this increases the outdoor fire risk at
- [LETTER: Too often, U.S. wars end in 'tragedy, cost and regret'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/10/letter-too-often-u-s-wars-end-in-tragedy-cost-and-regret/) - To the editor: I have lived through a number of U.S. wars, beginning with Vietnam. Too often our involvement has ended in tragedy, cost and regret. People forget that in recent wars the casualties were so high that photos of flag-draped coffins returning from overseas were banned. The public was not meant to see the
- [OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS: Analysis: Town’s tax burden ranks low among peers](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/10/overriding-considerations-analysis-towns-tax-burden-ranks-low-among-peers/) - Editor's note: This is part two in the Marblehead Current's series, "Overriding Considerations," which explores various facets of the "fiscal cliff" on which the town is teetering. To read the previous installment, see: Part 1: Behind Marblehead’s $65 million payroll in 2025 Marblehead is often described as one of the North Shore’s wealthier communities. But
- [Boys and ‘bigorexia’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/boys-and-bigorexia/) - Many of us would probably characterize a person with an eating disorder as being a once-healthy looking person who has subsequently starved themselves to a near-skeletal weight. Particularly with adolescent girls or young females, eating disorders often play out this way in the form of an eventual diagnosis of anorexia or bulimia. However, body dysmorphic
- [LETTER: Marblehead Museum an important resource during America’s 250th](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/10/letter-marblehead-museum-an-important-resource-during-americas-250th/) - To the editor: As our nation and our community commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, we would like to draw your attention to one of our town’s leading heritage institutions — the Marblehead Museum. We are a private organization dedicated to Marblehead’s rich history. Since 1898, the Museum — formerly Marblehead Historical Society
- [OBITUARY: John Brubaker, 85](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/10/obituary-john-brubaker-85/) - John Brubaker of Park City, Utah, passed away peacefully at home on Feb. 19, 2026, at the age of 85, after a five-year journey with cancer. Born and raised in Waggoner, Illinois, John carried his Midwestern values and work ethic throughout his life. He studied finance at the University of Illinois before building a distinguished
- [Tell us what you think: Marblehead's proposed trash fee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/10/tell-us-what-you-think-marbleheads-proposed-trash-fee/) - Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer has proposed a curbside trash and recycling fee for residents to help bridge the town's $7.7 million budget gap. Kezer discussed an approximately $250 annual fee, but that could change depending on how many residents opt in or out of the service. We want to know what you think. Take the
- [LETTER: Residents don’t pay enough in taxes to sustain services](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/10/letter-residents-dont-pay-enough-in-taxes-to-sustain-services/) - A recent letter to the editor rightfully highlighted the poor condition of Marblehead’s roads and asked an important question: Why are other Massachusetts communities able to maintain high-quality infrastructure while Marblehead suffers through potholes and patchwork repairs? While there are many factors at play, one basic reality is hard to avoid. Marblehead simply does not
- [DOC IN A BOX: Why your Wi-Fi struggles in older homes (and what you can actually do about it)](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/doc-in-a-box-why-your-wi-fi-struggles-in-older-homes-and-what-you-can-actually-do-about-it/) - By Stephen Bach If you live in Marblehead or another similar "old home" community, there’s a good chance your home has character. Thick plaster walls. Solid beams. Maybe wiring that’s been updated a few times over the decades. It’s part of the charm. Unfortunately, it’s not part of a strong Wi-Fi plan. One of the
- [BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Get to know Nurture Massage & Wellness](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/business-spotlight-get-to-know-nurture-massage-wellness/) - 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
- [BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Learn about Tranquil Transitions](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/business-spotlight-learn-about-tranquil-transitions/) - Learn about Tranquil Transitions 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
- [PAWS & CLAWS: McClane just wants to hear some soothing tunes](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/paws-claws-mcclane-just-wants-to-hear-some-soothing-tunes/) - Breed: Domestic shorthairSize: MediumAge: YoungSex: Male McClane is a beautiful and sweet cat who was rescued right around Christmas time, according to volunteers at the Marblehead. When he first came to the shelter he was shy and scared, but as he has settled in his personality is truly starting to shine, they say. One of
- [Headlight: March 11, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/headlight-march-11-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Assistant Editor Georgia Marshall, a junior, looks back on "The Mender," which earned four MHS students accolades in the Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild drama festival. Also noted is the Junior Class Auction, with bidding on over 100 items set to wrap up
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of March 11, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-march-11-2026/) - 11309734Download 11309735Download 11309736Download 11309737Download 11309738Download
- [MPD LOG: Scams include text from ‘son,’ fake Amazon purchase; neighbor complains about home gym](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/mpd-log-scams-include-text-from-son-fake-amazon-purchase-neighbor-complains-about-home-gym/) - Saturday, Feb. 14Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 9Abandoned 911 calls: 2Vehicle stops, citations: 1Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 1 2:07 a.m. An officer issued a citation to a driver who, according to the officer’s cruiser-mounted radar, had been driving 60 mph on Tedesco Street, more than twice the posted speed limit of 25 mph. The officer asked the
- [Marblehead moves forward with Republic and new trash contract](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/marblehead-approves-new-trash-contract-shifts-to-automated-pickup/) - The Board of Health unanimously approved sticking with Republic Services for a new, five-year contract that will begin July 1. Republic will provide curbside collection of trash and recycling, disposal of MSW (municipal solid waste) and processing of recycling. This as the town is considering imposing a $250 annual fee for curbside pickup. The final
- [Local athletes find friendship, confidence through Special Olympics skiing](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/10/local-athletes-find-friendship-confidence-through-special-olympics-skiing/) - For Ryan Horrigan and Grace Rigby, the thrill of racing down a mountain is only part of what makes the Special Olympics meaningful. The two North Shore athletes — both with roots in Marblehead — competed in a Special Olympics alpine ski competition Feb. 27 at Berkshire East Mountain. They skied in downhill and slalom
- [News in brief: Coffin School meeting, energy reduction plan passes, Dems pick delegates](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/news-in-brief-coffin-school-meeting-energy-reduction-plan-passes-dems-pick-delegates/) - The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to lblander@marbleheadnews.org. Second community meeting set for Coffin School reuse The town will hold its second community forum to hear feedback from residents about possible re-uses for the old Coffin School on Turner Road.The meeting will happen Wednesday, March 18, 6 p.m. at Abbot
- [LETTER: Vote for candidate who will fight for lower energy costs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/letter-vote-for-candidate-who-will-fight-for-lower-energy-costs/) - Massachusetts pays the third highest electricity prices in the country according to the EIA (the U.S. Energy Information Administration). And voters have noticed: the cost of living is the most important issue facing the state in the University of New Hampshire’s most recent Bay State poll. The basic problem facing Massachusetts is that we do
- [LETTER: An ‘urgent call’ to Generations X,Y and Z](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/letter-an-urgent-call-to-generations-xy-and-z/) - The war in Iran is an urgent call to members of Generation X, Y and Z that we must rise to our destiny, or risk disappearing, as previous generations have, into the mythology of American exceptionalism. Members of Generation X lost brothers, cousins and friends in a useless war in the Iraq desert, like our
- [EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY: Idles of March](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/11/everything-will-be-okay-idles-of-march/) - We’re almost there. We just have to get to the end of March and we’ll have made it through the worst of it — this icy, snowy, freezing winter, the likes of which we haven’t experienced in 10 years. I broke out puzzles, both of the jigsaw and crossword variety, to get through the days
- [Me&Thee welcomes back duo for ‘mesmerizing’ performance](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/methee-welcomes-back-duo-for-mesmerizing-performance/) - When a couple celebrates their 50th anniversary, they inevitably get asked that all-important question: “What’s your secret? How have you two managed to stay together after all these years?” And while the couple’s answer might involve a whole host of things—finding compromise when disagreements arise, always maintaining a sense of humor, etc.—Guy Van Duser and
- [OBITUARY: Lance M. Belostock, 63](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/obituary-lance-m-belostock-63/) - Lance M. Belostock, 63, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on March 3 after a courageous seven-month battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lynn on July 21, he was the son of the late Sidney and Natalie Belostock. Lance was the devoted husband of Kathleen (Walker) Belostock and the loving father of
- [OBITUARY: Paul Misoda](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/obituary-paul-misoda/) - Paul Misoda was born in 1937 in Nesquahoning, Pennsylvania, to Mary and John Misoda. After high school, he left home to join the US Air Force. He was proud of his time in the Air Force which was the catalyst for his interest in engineering and afforded him the ability to pursue his dream of
- [Thomas Joseph Sheridan, 89](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/09/thomas-joseph-sheridan-89/) - Thomas Joseph Sheridan, 89, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on March 2, just six days shy of his 90th birthday. Born on March 8, 1936, in Providence, Rhode Island, Tom was the eldest of three children born to proud Irish immigrants, Thomas and Rose Sheridan. He was raised in Barrington, Rhode Island, in a home
- [LETTER: A message to the community from the Marblehead Chamber of Commerce](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/08/letter-a-message-to-the-community-from-the-marblehead-chamber-of-commerce/) - 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.
- [Budget crisis could force Abbot Library to close on eve of 150th anniversary](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/07/budget-crisis-could-force-abbot-library-to-close-on-eve-of-150th-anniversary/) - The Abbot Public Library — newly renovated and seeing a surge in use — could close its doors in December if deep budget cuts tied to the town’s projected $7.7 million fiscal 2027 deficit move forward. On March 4, Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer laid out two scenarios to address the budget gap. One would close
- [Moment of silence held for schools’ facilities director](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/06/moment-of-silence-held-for-schools-facilities-director/) - Todd Bloodgood, the facilities director for Marblehead Public Schools, died suddenly March 1. He was 58 years old. At a March 5 School Committee meeting, Superintendent John Robidoux spoke about Bloodgood, who was heavily involved in several capital projects for the district. “This past Sunday night, our school community was devastated by the sudden loss
- [School Committee weighs next steps for FY27 budget amid uncertainty from town](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/06/school-committee-weighs-next-steps-for-fy27-budget-amid-uncertainty-from-town/) - The Marblehead School Committee spent much of its Thursday meeting discussing how to move forward with the district’s fiscal year 2027 budget after town officials proposed a scenario Wednesday night that could require the schools to absorb roughly $1.5 million in additional cuts. (Review the town's two budget scenarios at the bottom of this article.)
- [NEW: Marblehead schools delayed two hours Friday; parking ban starts Thursday 11 p.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/05/snow-emergency-parking-ban-declared-starting-at-11-p-m/) - *** UPDATE: Superintendent John Robidoux announced that Marblehead schools will be delayed two hours Friday morning due to the snow. The town has declared a snow emergency parking ban starting Thursday, March 5, at 11 p.m. through Friday, March 6, at 7 a.m. due to forecasted snow and ice moving into Marblehead. All vehicles must
- [Marblehead considers trash fees to help balance budget. What do other communities do?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/05/marblehead-considers-trash-fees-to-balance-budget-what-do-other-communities-do/) - In an effort to avoid the most draconian budget cuts, Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer has proposed new curbside trash and recycling pickup fees for residents. The fees, which would raise about $2 million a year, would cost each household $254.65 annually, based on an estimated 8,000 households. Residents who qualify for tax exemptions would receive
- [Marblehead weighs deep cuts, new fees to close $7.7M budget gap](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/04/marblehead-weighs-deep-cuts-or-new-fees-to-close-7-7m-budget-gap/) - Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer told the Select Board Wednesday night that the town faces a $7.7 million deficit for fiscal 2027, presenting two stark budget scenarios that would either dramatically shrink town government or introduce new fees and additional cuts to maintain some services. “This is not a surprise, but it is shocking what we’re
- [NEW: Public hearing on new 3A zoning plan lasts 20 minutes; no controversy raised](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/03/public-invited-to-tuesday-forum-on-new-3a-plan/) - A total of three people attended a public forum on the town's new MBTA Communities Law zoning plan in person, with another 30 or so online. A few people asked questions about details of the plan. No one criticized it. At the Marblehead High School Library Tuesday night, Brendan Callhan, director of Community Development and
- [Marblehead hockey family opens up on Team USA’s golden age moment in Milan](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/04/marblehead-hockey-family-opens-up-on-team-usas-golden-age-moment-in-milan/) - On Sunday, Feb. 22, the United States Olympic men’s hockey team defeated its Canadian counterparts, 2-1 in overtime to take home the gold medal for only the third time in Olympic history. Ironically enough, it was exactly 46 years to the day that Team USA enjoyed the thrill of its last Olympic victory before this
- [OBITUARY: Maryanne 'Mae' Wood, 68](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/04/obituary-maryanne-mae-wood-68/) - Maryanne “Mae” Wood, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully at Salem Hospital on Feb. 27, surrounded by herloving family. She was born Feb. 21, 1958, to the late Charles and Constance (Fugale) Ward. She was the devoted wife of Daniel Wood, with whom she shared 41 extraordinary years of marriage.Maryanne’s profound love for her husband, children,
- [After cycling 25,000 miles around the world, MHS grad comes home to power change](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/04/good-energy/) - When Josh Buchsbaum walks through the halls of Marblehead High School this week, he won’t just be revisiting his old locker and classrooms. He’ll be looking at the building through a completely different lens — one shaped by 25,000 miles of solo cycling across five continents and a career devoted to energy efficiency. Buchsbaum, who
- [Marblehead Current, The Mariner partner to offer graduation scholarship](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/04/marblehead-current-the-mariner-partner-to-offer-graduation-scholarship/) - The Marblehead Current and The Mariner are partnering to offer a prestigious $2,000 scholarship created in memory of Frances "Fraffie" Welch and Ed Bell, both of whom had significant careers in journalism and contributed greatly to the Marblehead community. Applications are being accepted now through April 9 HERE. Welch, a graduate of Marblehead High
- [Seacoast Quilt Guild showcases handmade creations at Abbot Library](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/04/seacoast-quilt-guild-showcases-handmade-creations-at-abbot-library/) - A colorful collection of handmade quilts and textile art is now on display at the Abbot Public Library, offering residents a chance to see the creativity of local quilters up close. The exhibit, organized by Marblehead’s Seacoast Quilt Guild, is running through April 10 in the library’s Carten Gallery. A public reception will be held
- [Former Light Department GM sues, alleging age discrimination, breach of contract](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/03/former-light-department-gm-sues-alleging-age-discrimination-breach-of-contract/) - Former Marblehead Municipal Light Department general manager Joseph T. Kowalik Jr. has filed a lawsuit in Essex Superior Court alleging that the utility’s board unlawfully terminated him, violated his employment contract and discriminated against him because of his age. The complaint, filed Feb. 25, names four members of the Marblehead Municipal Light Department’s Board of
- [Marblehead Dems to caucus Saturday, March 7](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/03/state-convention/) - All Marblehead Democrats are invited to attend a caucus Saturday, March 7 at 10:30 a.m. to elect 14 delegates and four alternates to the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic Convention. The caucus will be held at Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St. Those who wish to attend via Zoom must register in advance at marbleheaddems.org/programs. Doors open
- [PUBLIC HEALTH: Mental health concerns in wellness survey](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/05/public-health-mental-health-concerns-in-wellness-survey/) - By Marblehead’s Board of Health members Dr. Tom Massaro, Dr. Amanda Ritvo and Tom McMahon “Social disconnection puts us at increased risk for depression, anxiety and suicide, as well as heightening our risk for stress-related physical ailments …. Its impact on our risk of premature death is on par with smoking 15 cigarettes daily,” said
- [FOCUSING ON THE ‘WHY’: Marblehead resident creates website to feed her lifelong curiosity](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/focusing-on-the-why-marblehead-resident-creates-website-to-feed-her-lifelong-curiosity/) - By Leigh Blander As a child, Margaret Bacon did not just want to memorize the date of the Battle of Hastings. She wanted to know why it was fought. “It was always the date and the event, William the Conqueror, 1066, the Battle of Hastings,” she said. “But why? That’s what always interested me.” That
- [Epstein Hillel School will remain open](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/epstein-hillel-school-will-remain-open/) - Marblehead's struggling Jewish day school Epstein Hillel announced late Monday that it will remain open and "is charting a strong path ahead," according to an email sent to families and supporters. "Over the past three months, our community has stepped forward in ways that reflect a deep commitment to Jewish day school education and to
- [DOLLARS & SENSE: Delayed budget talk set for Wednesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/03/dollars-sense/) - After the blizzard postponed last week’s meeting, the Select Board is set to hear from Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer Wednesday night, March 4. Kezer will present his balanced budget and scenarios for possible overrides. At his State of the Town address in January, Kezer projected an $8.6 million deficit for fiscal 2027 requiring more than
- [NEW: Town gets encouraging news on insurance costs ahead of budget reveal](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/new-town-gets-positive-news-on-insurance-costs-ahead-of-budget-reveal/) - While Marblehead’s budget outlook is expected to come into sharper focus in the coming days, the town’s Finance Committee received some encouraging news Monday night about rising health insurance costs. The town’s insurance consulting firm, Hilb Group, told the committee that health insurance costs are projected to increase at a significantly lower rate than previously
- [Headlight: March 4, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/headlight-march-4-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Editor-in-Chief Grey Collins introduces readers to the MHS Class of ‘26 valedictorian and salutatorian, Joy Meshulum and Ian Chemel. Freshman Sophie Li writes about the tastiest lesson of the year in French class, "Crepe Day." Headlight March 4th, 2026Download
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of March 4, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-march-4-2026/) - 11309222Download 11309223Download 11309224Download 11309225Download 11309226Download 11309228Download 11309229Download
- [Awesome Bowl brings teens, seniors together for friendly competition](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/community/) - You may have tuned in to the Olympics or the Super Bowl last month, but for a display of pure sportsmanship, you didn’t have to look any farther than the Marblehead Council on Aging. On Friday, teenagers and senior citizens faced off in the Awesome Bowl, a lighthearted competition that paired Marblehead High School students
- [CURRENT EVENTS](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/04/current-events-4/) - Don’t miss Marblehead’s best bets coming up Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Celebrate the life of newsman Ed Bell Thursday, March 5, 6 p.m. Come to the Boston Yacht Club to honor renowned journalist and Marblehead volunteer Ed
- [Let's Eat!: Dollars for Scholars launches fundraiser](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/lets-eat-dollars-for-scholars-launches-fundraiser/) - Marblehead Dollars for Scholars announces its sixth annual gift card fundraiser, “Let’s Eat!” Established in 1987, this local nonprofit that provides financial, need-based scholarships to college students will partner with a variety of Marblehead eateries to raise scholarship funds. Throughout the month of March, four businesses will donate 10% of all online or in-person gift
- [Honor an excellent teacher today](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/honor-an-excellent-teacher-today/) - Nominations are being accepted for the Margaret Voss Howard Teacher Recognition Award, a fund of the Essex County Community Foundation. The yearly award honors the contributions of one teacher from the Salem schools and one from Marblehead schools, with each receiving $1000. Teachers, other school employees, parents, students and citizens may nominate a teacher by
- ['A Few Good Men' underscores that the law applies to everyone](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/a-few-good-men-underscores-that-the-law-applies-to-everyone/) - By Lisa Fama, MLT board member and co-producer of "A Few Good Men" Directed by Billy Lewand, “A Few Good Men” opens Friday, March 6, 7:30 p.m. at MarbleheadLittle Theatre. Aaron Sorkin’s groundbreaking debut tells the story of a group of military lawyers assigned to defend two Marines in Guantanamo Bay. During the course of
- [Seven Dems clash over health care, immigration and Iran in race to replace Moulton](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/seven-dems-clash-over-health-care-immigration-and-iran-in-race-to-replace-moulton/) - This article is shared with permission from the Swampscott Tides. The Bedford and Billerica Democratic town committees hosted the seven candidates for Massachusetts’ 6th Congressional District on Saturday, where contenders shared their ideas on health care, senior support, child care, bipartisanship and the attack on Iran. The 6th District’s congressional seat is up for grabs
- [LETTER: Congressman Moulton is wrong about the SAVE Act](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/letter-congressman-moulton-is-wrong-about-the-save-act/) - To the editor: Last month, I asked Seth Moulton’s office what was his rationale for voting against the SAVE ACT. According to the Pew Research Center, 84% of US adults support VOTER ID. Seth is more concerned with political gamesmanship than serving his constituency. Not only is he not serving us by voting for what
- [LETTER: About that 'Jeopardy!' question](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/01/letter-about-that-jeopardy-question/) - To the editor: Of course, a SECOND tombolo connects Nahant to the mainland, just to the south! Stephen Barrett4 Claremont Road, Salem
- [LETTER: MCC 'such a wonderful place'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/01/letter-mcc-such-a-wonderful-place/) - The Marblehead Counseling Center is such a wonderful place to turn to when you need help. We are so lucky to have this place in our community. They believe that “effective counseling promotes growth and self healing in a safe, supportive and judgment free environment." They have many therapists and a few social workers. The
- [LETTER: Time to collect unpaid debts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/01/letter-time-to-collect-unpaid-debts/) - To the editor: As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary, it is time to recognize unpaid debts due the town of Marblehead for the loans and sacrifices made by its patriotic citizens. Though there were many, I cite for example the contributions and sacrifices made by Col. Jeremiah Lee, Azor Orne, Elbridge Gerry and Gen.
- [EDITORIAL: Winter put town to the test](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/01/editorial-winter-put-town-to-the-test/) - “Winter forms our character and brings out our best.” — Tom Allen Punxsutawney Phil, everyone’s favorite furry weatherman, predicted on Feb. 2 that there would be six more weeks of winter rather than an early spring. He was right! Nearly 30 inches of snow fell in Marblehead in February alone. Total snowfall this winter has
- [OBITUARY: Andrew J. Syska, 97](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/01/obituary-andrew-j-syska-97/) - Andrew J. Syska, 97, passed away peacefully at his home in Ft. Myers, Florida, on Feb. 21. He shared 72 devoted years of marriage with his beloved wife, Jean (Horsfield) Syska. Andrew was born in Zgierz, Poland, to the late Czeslaw and Janina Syska. At the age of 12, his father woke him in the
- [OBITUARY: Russell Veale, 92](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/01/obituary-russell-veale-92/) - Russell Veale of Manchester, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at the age of 92, surrounded by family and the loving staff at River Woods Manchester. Russ was born March 26, 1933, in Marblehead to Granville and Annabel (Hart) Veale. He grew up with his sister, Shirley, and was a three-sport star
- [ Pizza shop workers get nasty notes; gag gift shopping opens spam floodgates](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/02/pizza-shop-workers-get-nasty-notes-gag-gift-shopping-opens-spam-floodgates/) - Saturday, Feb. 7Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 4Abandoned 911 calls: 1Vehicle stops, citations: 0Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 7:01 a.m. A caller inquired, “Is there a snow emergency?” The caller was told “yes.” 9:27 a.m. A complaint about brown water on Intrepid Circle was referred to another agency. 11:02 a.m. An officer investigated a general complaint on
- [Health & Wellness Fair brings community together](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/03/01/health-wellness-fair-brings-community-together/) - On Feb. 28, about 200 people of all ages chatted and mingled at the Marblehead Community Center during the Board of Health’s second annual Health & Wellness Fair. Dozens of businesses and medical practitioners hosted tables where residents could learn about Marblehead’s health-related offerings. Presenters included Pilates and jiu-jitsu instructors, chiropractors, foot care specialists, local
- [Local reaction comes in to President Trump's Iran attacks](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/28/moulton-trump-should-have-consulted-congress-before-bombing-iran/) - More than 40 people gathered along Lafayette Street Saturday afternoon for a weekly pro-democracy standout, many expressing anger and fear over President Donald Trump’s decision to attack Iran. “I’m horrified,” said Bonnie Grenier, who held a sign reading, “No More Wars.” “They were at the negotiating table,” Grenier added. “Where is Congress in all of
- [Teachers, residents discuss schools’ level-funded budget with staff cuts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/27/teachers-residents-discuss-schools-level-funded-budget-with-staff-cuts/) - About 25 people came out for the School Committee’s public forum on the district’s proposed $49 million fiscal 2027 budget, which includes staffing and other cuts. The town requested that Superintendent John Robidoux present a level-funded plan. “This requires a decrease in staffing and services and no funding increase over our current (fiscal 2026) approved
- [MHS students to arrive home Friday after getting 'stuck' in Paris](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/27/mhs-students-to-arrive-home-friday-after-getting-stuck-in-paris/) - Several Marblehead High School students are set to return home Friday after a February vacation trip to Morocco and Spain was extended by four nights due to storm-related flight delays. At the Feb. 26 School Committee meeting, Superintendent John Robidoux reported that students on the school-sponsored trip were "stuck in Paris" for a few days.
- [Calling all prospective kindergarteners](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/27/calling-all-prospective-kindergarteners/) - Kindergarten registration is open for Marblehead Public Schools. Parents and guardians of children who will be five years old before Sept. 1 are encouraged to register for the 2026-27 school year. Orientations are scheduled at the Brown School on March 12 and Glover School March 18. MPS offers half-day and full-day options for kindergarten. The
- [And the answer is... Marblehead: Town appears in 'Jeopardy!' clue for first time in 17 years](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/26/and-the-answer-is-marblehead-town-appears-in-jeopardy-clue-for-first-time-in-17-years/) - Marblehead "Jeopardy!" enthusiasts may have done a double take during the Feb. 26 Double Jeopardy round when host Ken Jennings read a clue that referenced the town. The $1,200 clue in the "Geography" category was: "A tombolo is a sandy or pebbly one of these connecting an island to the mainland, like in Marblehead, Massachusetts."
- [Town Meeting warrant just released](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/26/town-meeting-warrant-just-released/) - The town just released the 26-page warrant (agenda) for this May's Town Meeting. The biggest questions facing voters this spring include the town's balanced budget, a new 3A multifamily zoning proposal, tweaks to the town's ADU policy to meet state requirements and a ban on crypto-ATMs machine in town. There are also placeholder articles for
- [In this week’s MHS sports notebook, O’Brien becomes two-time North wrestling champ; boys hockey ends season in Newburyport](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/26/in-this-weeks-mhs-sports-notebook-obrien-becomes-two-time-north-wrestling-champ-boys-hockey-ends-season-in-newburyport/) - Hockey Headers wrap up season with close losses In many respects, a couple of more close losses was unfortunately the appropriate way to end a frustrating season on the ice for the Hockey Headers. First-year Marblehead High boys hockey coach Brendan Locke’s team was first shutout by non-league Algonquin, 1-0 in an opening round game
- [As snow piles up, sales slide; Marblehead businesses feel the freeze](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/26/as-snow-piles-up-sales-slide-marblehead-businesses-feel-the-freeze/) - 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
- [Marblehead girls basketball begins Division 2 state tournament tonight against Notre Dame Academy in Hingham](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/26/marblehead-girls-basketball-begins-division-2-state-tournament-tonight-against-notre-dame-academy-in-hingham/) - The Marblehead High girls basketball team completed the regular season with a 13-8 record, and despite double digit wins, they are the 38th seed in the Division 2 state tournament. The Magicians will now take on host Notre Dame Academy of Hingham (13-7, 27th seed), a familiar foe, on Thursday night (Feb. 26) in a
- [Koh’s January fundraising far outpaces rivals in 6th District Congressional race](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/26/kohs-january-fundraising-far-outpaces-rivals-in-6th-district-congressional-race/) - ANDOVER, MA — Dan Koh’s campaign raised $204,680 on the ActBlue fundraising platform in January, a total that exceeded the combined $127,312 raised on ActBlue by the six other Democrats competing in the September primary for Massachusetts’ 6th Congressional District. The January fundraising surge adds to more than $2 million Koh had already raised through
- [OBITUARY: Dr. Richard E. Yukins, 91](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/obituary-dr-richard-e-yukins-91/) - We write to announce the peaceful death of Dr. Richard E. Yukins at 91 years old. Born in Brockton, "Dick" went to Harvard College, New York University and Stanford University to become a practitioner and teacher in ophthalmology. With his medical skills and his love of travel, Richard/Dick/Dad/Papa Dick took care of people's eyes near
- [Marblehead town administrator takes the net against Bruins alumni](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/marblehead-town-administrator-takes-the-net-against-bruins-alumni/) - Thatcher Kezer was walking a little gingerly through Abbot Hall Wednesday morning — the unmistakable gait of a hockey goalie who had left it all on the ice. Three days earlier, Marblehead’s town administrator, who is 65, had suited up in net for Salem State University’s alumni-and-friends team in a special exhibition game against the
- [Marblehead to host public session on revised 3A zoning plan ahead of Town Meeting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/marblehead-to-host-public-session-on-revised-3a-zoning-plan-ahead-of-town-meeting/) - Marblehead will host a public information session Tuesday, March 3, on its latest 3A multifamily overlay zoning plan, which will go before voters at Town Meeting in May. The plan includes two multifamily districts at Broughton Road and the Tedesco Country Club site. The public meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in the Marblehead High
- [New four-night emergency parking ban declared starting Wednesday 11 p.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/new-emergency-parking-ban-declared-for-wednesday-11-p-m-thursday-7-a-m/) - The town has declared a four-night emergency parking ban — Wednesday through Saturday, 11 p.m.- 7 a.m. — due to "current snow accumulation totals on the roads and sidewalks," according to an emergency alert. During the parking ban, all vehicles (along with boats and trailers) must be removed from the streets to allow for snow
- [MONEY MATTERS: Invest together & feel the love](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/24/money-matters-invest-together-feel-the-love/) - In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, this month’s column focuses on money conversations in relationships. One of the most common hot-button topics in any partnership is finances. When couples talk about money, the discussion often centers on the everyday: mortgage payments, grocery bills, vacations and perhaps the occasional splurge. But one of the most important
- [Celebrating the legacy of Ed Bell, and honoring his beloved Masons](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/community-tribute/) - The community will gather March 5 to celebrate Ed Bell, the renowned journalist and dedicated Marblehead volunteer. Bell died last year, but his legacy lives on through the Marblehead Current, which he co-founded. An award-winning newsman and devoted civic leader, Bell built a distinguished 50-year career in newspapers, broadcasting and wire services, covering some of
- [VERY COOL FACTS: Why we do the things we do](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/very-cool-facts-why-we-do-the-things-we-do/) - By Margaret Bacon It has occurred to me that most of us are still guided by instincts built for a much rougher coastline. We wake up in old houses that have seen a few Nor’easters. We glance toward the harbor, check our phones before coffee and worry about parking near Abbot Hall. Yet we carry
- [CUZNER IN NATURE: Owl in a box](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/cuzner-in-nature-owl-box/) - By Rick Cuzner Owl boxes Some friends and I have put up several owl boxes over the years. Sometimes the owls find them and come back year after year and sometimes they do not. This photo is from a friend's backyard. The box had an inhabitant almost immediately after putting the box up. This will
- [BLACK HISTORY MONTH](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/black-history-month/) - From the Vault: The Art of Escape By Jarrett Zeman Henry Brown’s escape was immortalized in a lithograph titled “The Resurrection of Henry Brown.” COURTESY IMAGES / MARBLEHEAD MUSEUM On March 23, 1849, Henry Brown attempted one of the most daring escapes on the Underground Railroad. Brown paid a white shoemaker in Manchester, Virginia, to
- [Through the years: Dan Dixey’s snowy Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/24/through-the-years-dan-dixeys-snowy-marblehead/) - As Marblehead continues to dig out from one of its snowiest winters in recent memory, the Current turned to local photographer and historian Dan Dixey, who has collected thousands of photographs, negatives, slides and even stereo cards of Marblehead, dating back to the 1860s. Dixey shared a striking gallery of snowy scenes spanning several decades.
- [NEW: Select Board postpones pivotal budget discussion](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/24/new-select-board-postpones-pivotal-budget-discussion/) - Select Board Chair Dan Fox told the Current Tuesday morning that Wednesday night's budget update is being postponed to next week. Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer was expected to present the town's balanced budget along with override scenarios. Fox said the meeting needed to be postponed because the clerk's office was closed due to snow Monday
- [CURRENT EVENTS](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/24/current-events-3/) - Don’t miss Marblehead’s best bets coming up Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Marblehead Wellness DaySaturday, Feb. 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Marblehead’s annual Wellness Day returns to the Marblehead Community Center, bringing together dozens of local health, fitness and
- [Community scrapbook: Current readers send in their blizzard pics](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/23/community-scrapbook-current-readers-send-in-their-blizzard-pics/) - The Blizzard of '26 may be moving out, but Marbleheaders will be digging out for a few days! There is no school again Tuesday. Municipal offices will reopen and the emergency parking ban ends Tuesday at 7 p.m. Monday, the Current asked readers to share their blizzard photos and here's a quick gallery of some
- [Headlight: Feb. 25, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/23/headlight-feb-25-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Talia Tanger offers up "a song for every season." Assistant Editor Evan Eisen ruminates on the rapid development of artificial intelligence as America celebrates its 250th birthday. Senior Will Pelliciotti looks at the men's hockey competition at the 2026 Winter Olympics, which
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of Feb. 25, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/23/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-feb-25-2026/) - 11308781Download 11308782Download
- [NEW: Town lifts parking ban Tuesday 7 a.m.; schools remain closed Tuesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/23/breaking-news-marblehead-cancels-school-for-tuesday/) - The town of Marblehead is alerting residents that the emergency parking ban will be lifted effective Tuesday at 7 a.m. "We remind residents that depositing, pushing or blowing snow from private property onto public streets, sidewalks or fire hydrants is strictly prohibited, and violators can face significant fines," according to a message sent out at
- [FOOD 101: Last century’s chicken, revived](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/food-101-last-centurys-chicken-revived/) - By Linda Basset On winter weekends, I like to thumb through old cookbooks searching for old treasures. I might want to revive one of grandma’s recipes, renew it or tweak it for the present day. I just struck gold: Chicken Marbella. In the last two decades of the past century, home cooks made this a
- [PAWS & CLAWS: This little Piggy will steal your heart](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/paws-claws-this-little-piggy-will-steal-your-heart/) - Guinea pigSize: MediumAge: AdultSex: Female Piggy is approximately 1 1/2 years old and in good health. She came to the Marblehead Animal Shelter when the family brought home a cat that kept going after her and the other smaller animals in the house. Rather than giving up the cat, they gave up Piggy. Piggy is
- [State e-bike safety recommendations could bring new rules to Marblehead streets](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/25/state-e-bike-safety-recommendations-could-bring-new-rules-to-marblehead-streets/) - By Akanksha Goyal A new state report recommending helmet requirements, speed-based classifications, equipment standards and a statewide identification system for e-bikes and similar devices could reshape how micromobility is regulated in Marblehead and across Massachusetts. The recommendations, released by a special state commission tasked with studying. micromobility, aim to address longstanding gaps in state law
- [Marblehead Counseling Center talks about National Eating Disorder week ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/23/marblehead-counseling-center-talks-about-national-eating-disorder-week/) - National Eating Disorder Awareness Week — a nation-wide campaign to raise awareness, provide hope and support to those who struggle with eating disorders and to challenge the stigma that often goes with them — runs this year from Feb. 23-March 1. The 2026 theme is Every BODY Belongs. Eating disorders are serious mental health disorders
- [From firehouse to finish line: Lequin runs for firefighter cancer awareness](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/24/from-firehouse-to-finish-line-lequin-runs-for-firefighter-cancer-awareness/) - For nearly two decades, John Lequin Jr. has run toward danger as a firefighter in Marblehead. This spring, he will run 26.2 miles for a different reason. Lequin, 46, a longtime member of the Marblehead Fire Department, will compete in the 2026 Boston Marathon to raise money and awareness for occupational cancer among firefighters —
- [NEW at 11:30 a.m.: DPW chief offers blizzard operations update](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/23/blizzard-batters-marblehead-knocks-out-power-to-some/) - ***NEW at 11:30 a.m. Marblehead DPW Director Amy McHugh contacted the Current with a storm operations update: "The storm arrived later than forecast, and our response has been adjusted accordingly," McHugh wrote in an email. "More than 30 pieces of equipment and drivers are currently deployed across town. Crew activation: Staff assembled at 11 p.m. Storm
- [OBITUARY: Kenneth Wilson Ross, 100](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/23/obituary-kenneth-wilson-ross-100/) - Kenneth Wilson Ross passed away at Salem Hospital on Jan. 27, at the age of 100. He was born in Brooklyn, New York, on Sept. 4, 1925, to John and Bessie Ross. He was the youngest of five siblings: Letitia, Mabel, Betsy and Robert. Kenneth served as a corporal in the U.S. Air Force 1944-1946,
- [Blizzard barrels toward Marblehead; town declares parking ban, closes schools and municipal buildings](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/22/blizzard-warning-for-marblehead-town-declares-parking-ban-closes-buildings/) - With a blizzard forecast to hit Marblehead and much of the northeast Sunday night into Monday, the town has declared a snow emergency parking ban starting Sunday at 9 p.m. "Due to the unpredictable length of this storm event, the ban will not be lifted until the road conditions are safe," according to a message
- [BREAKING NEWS: Marblehead schools canceled Monday due to blizzard](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/22/breaking-news-marblehead-schools-canceled-monday-due-to-blizzard/) - Superintendent John Robidoux just notified families that there will be no school on Monday, due to the blizzard expected to batter Marblehead late Sunday night and throughout Monday. All activities are canceled and school buildings are closed.
- [Marblehead Police log: Cruiser, truck slap mirrors; woman falls prey to apartment scam](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/20/marblehead-police-log-cruiser-truck-slap-mirrors-woman-falls-prey-to-apartment-scam/) - Monday, Feb. 2 Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 6Abandoned 911 calls: 3Vehicle stops, citations: 1 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 1 7:47 a.m. A utilities issue was reported on Smith and Pleasant streets. 8:20 a.m. An officer assisted with a disabled vehicle on Pleasant Street. 11:15 a.m. An officer documented an incident in which his cruiser and Ford pickup
- [Snow emergency parking ban begins at 10 p.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/20/snow-emergency-parking-ban-begins-at-10-p-m/) - Due to a storm that's expected to hit the area with ice and snow (2-4 inches), the town has declared an emergency parking ban Friday at 10 p.m. through Saturday at 7 a.m.
- [Moulton files legislation to protect elections](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/20/moulton-files-legislation-to-protect-elections/) - Today, Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) introduced the Defend Elections from Trump Act, which would prohibit the use of federal funds to deploy federal law enforcement, intelligence personnel or the military to polling locations without explicit authorization from Congress. The introduction of this bill comes in response to Donald Trump’s recent calls for the federalization of
- [Marblehead immigration attorney running for Governor’s Council](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/20/marblehead-immigration-attorney-running-for-governors-council/) - Marblehead immigration attorney Diann Slavit Baylis is running for Governor’s Council in Massachusetts’ 6th District. Slavit Baylis took out nomination papers this week from the Secretary of State’s Office and plans to collect nomination signatures throughout the district. The Governor’s Council is an elected body in Massachusetts that provides advice and consent on the Governor’s
- [LETTER: Resident asks MPD to stand with town when ICE shows up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/19/letter-resident-asks-mpd-to-stand-with-town-when-ice-shows-up/) - To the editor: During my 60 years here in Marblehead, I have come to know of the dedication of our Police Department in comforting lost children, managing traffic situations and responding when our neighbors face emergencies. That lifelong sense of safety and reassurance was painfully absent on Sept. 12, 2025, when the Department of Homeland
- [PAWS & CLAWS: ‘Three Amigos’ rescued from under shed](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/paws-claws-three-amigos-rescued-from-under-shed/) - The Three Amigos — Dusty Bottoms, a black neutered male; Harry Flugleman, a white-and-black neutered male; and Carmen, a black-and-white spayed female — are sweet, approximately 6-month-old domestic short-haired kittens. Like all kittens, they love to eat, play and sleep, according to volunteers at the Marblehead Animal Shelter. They were found with their mother living
- [GUEST COLUMN: Understanding trends in our schools — Where we’ve come from and the choices ahead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/19/guest-column-understanding-trends-in-our-schools-where-weve-come-from-and-the-choices-ahead/) - By Melissa Clucas, School Committee member Many Marblehead residents care deeply about our public schools — whether they have children currently in the system, grown children who once attended or simply value the strength of our town. We are living through a period of significant financial pressure across the town, and those pressures are real
- [Marblehead's boys basketball drops regular season finale, 59-55, to Swampscott](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/19/marbleheads-boys-basketball-drops-regular-season-finale-59-55-to-swampscott/) - The Marblehead Magicians boys’ basketball team finished the regular season with a 59-55 loss to the Swampscott Big Blue at Marblehead High School on Feb. 18. “Our guys played hard,” Michael Giardi, Marblehead’s head coach, said. “It was kind of an uphill battle the whole way, but credit our guys the whole way. They did
- [One of Marblehead's tiniest streets draws second highest police activity](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/19/one-of-marbleheads-tiniest-streets-draws-second-highest-police-activity/) - Police patrolled one of Marblehead’s shortest streets more than twice as much as any other road in town over the past four years. Community Road, which is only a quarter mile long, is a hotspot for police patrols and property checks. An analysis of police logs by Boston University journalism students found that the road
- [Marblehead dog paddles her way towards canine glory](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/marblehead-dog-paddles-her-way-towards-canine-glory/) - When she’s not riding her paddleboard with her mom, local dog Lolo, has been making her way into the hearts of pet lovers across the nation as a contestant in the 2026 America’s Favorite Pet competition. In fact, she's already made it to the quarter-finals. “I saw this competition and kind of made it my
- [‘Without due process, there is no democracy’: Immigration experts address Marblehead crowd](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/without-due-process-there-is-no-democracy-immigration-experts-address-marblehead-crowd/) - About 100 people gathered Feb. 17 at Old North Church to learn about new changes to immigration rules and how to help protect neighbors who may be targeted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. At the forum, Marblehead immigration attorneys Diann Slavit Baylis and Nancy Norman, along with Brandeis University professor and Massachusetts ACLU board member
- [Marblehead girls finish third at state swimming championships; boys come in ninth](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/marblehead-girls-finish-third-at-state-swimming-championships-boys-come-in-ninth/) - It’s a weekend that all high school winter sports athletes circle on their calendars and hope they are one of the few who are there, when practices began the Monday after Thanksgiving. For the swimmers, that date is earlier than every other sport, but competing for a state championship never gets old. It’s the truest
- [Honoring Current co-founder Ed Bell and Marblehead's Teri McDonough](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/newsman-volunteer/) - Community members and journalists will gather next month to honor the life and legacy of Ed Bell, a longtime journalist and dedicated Marblehead volunteer. Bell, who died in 2025, will be remembered at a tribute event Thursday, March 5, at the Boston Yacht Club. Tickets are available at MarbleheadCurrent.org. An award-winning newsman and devoted civic
- [Marblehead boys indoor track bests conference foes in annual NEC Meet; Girls finish second](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/marblehead-boys-indoor-track-bests-conference-foes-in-annual-nec-meet-girls-finish-second/) - The annual Northeastern Championship Meet at the Reggie Lewis Athletic Center in Roxbury marks the beginning of the postseason. By the meet’s end on Jan. 31, the Peabody girls finished first with 121 points. The Magicians accounted for second with 85, followed by Masconomet (76), Gloucester (53), Beverly (52), Danvers (43), Saugus (29) and Swampscott
- [Girls basketball clinches tourney berth highlights this week’s Magicians notebook](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/girls-basketball-clinches-tourney-berth-highlights-this-weeks-magicians-notebook/) - Girls basketball clinches postseason berth With still a couple of games left on the regular season schedule, the Marblehead High girls basketball team (11-8) clinched a Division 2 state tournament berth with wins over non-league Shawsheen (54-21) and Gloucester (50-37). They then lost to visiting Peabody on Sunday afternoon in a first round game of
- [Big drop in property valuation abatement requests](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/big-drop-in-property-valuation-abatement-requests/) - The Board of Assessors is reviewing 82 property value abatement requests for 2025. That is down significantly from 293 abatement requests filed last year, and 344 the year before that. (The deadline to file for abatements was Feb. 2.) Property owners file abatement requests if they feel their property has been mis-valued by the town.
- [New snow shoveling site encourages residents to take safety into their own hands](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/17/new-snow-shoveling-site-encourages-residents-to-take-safety-into-their-own-hands/) - A couple weeks ago, Marblehead resident Ed Lewis noticed three children standing in the street, traffic whizzing past, while they waited for an MBTA bus to the high school. After storms dumped more than 2 feet of snow on the town, Lewis said he regularly saw kids walking in the street to avoid snow-covered sidewalks.
- [OBITUARY: Suzanne Healey, 87](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/obituary-suzanne-healey-87/) - Suzanne Healey, 87, of Marblehead passed away peacefully on Feb. 12. She was the daughter of Charles and Alice Peale of North Reading. Suzanne was predeceased by her parents, her sister, Patience Althoff; and her husband of 52 years, William J. Healey. Suzanne is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Breier, and her husband, Peter, and
- ['OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS': Behind Marblehead’s $65 million payroll in 2025](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/17/overriding-considerations-behind-marbleheads-65-million-payroll-in-2025/) - Editor’s note: With town leaders warning of a “fiscal cliff,” an $8.6 million budget deficit and more than 50 municipal layoffs, voters will likely be asked to approve Marblehead’s first general override in a generation. Given that, the Current is launching a series, “Overriding Considerations,” to examine various aspects of the town’s finances. This is part
- [CURRENT EVENTS](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/current-events-2/) - Don’t miss Marblehead’s best bets coming up Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Jazz at the Arts: Debby Larkin & the Jeff Stout QuintetThursday, Feb. 19, 7 p.m.The Marblehead Arts Association and Gene Arnould present a special performance by
- [EDITORIAL: Happy anniversaries](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/editorial-happy-anniversaries/) - We are celebrating two Black history anniversaries this month: the 100th anniversary of Negro History Week, established by Dr. Carter Woodson in 1926, and the 50th anniversary of Black History Month, established by President Gerald Ford in 1976. Woodson, known as the “Father of Black History,” created Negro History Week to ensure the contributions of
- [SUSTAINABLE MARBLEHEAD: A generational perspective on historic preservation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/sustainable-marblehead-a-generational-perspective-on-historic-preservation/) - By Chris Randall Marblehead is special. Our town has contributed so much to American history that it’s nearly impossible to come up with all of the superlatives that we hold. Birthplace of the American Navy, marine aviation, Gerrymandering, the list goes on. That history is palpable when you take a walk downtown (old town, if
- [OBITUARY: Marilyn 'Lynne' (Fishman) Zolot](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/17/obituary-marilyn-lynne-fishman-zolot/) - Marilyn “Lynne” (Fishman) Zolot, of Marblehead, entered into rest on Saturday evening, Feb. 14, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Zolot. Devoted mother of Susan Zolot Silverman, Neil Zolot and Jill Zolot and her husband Brian Ashe. Cherished grandmother of Hannah Ashe and Samantha Silverman. Loving sister of the late
- [DOC IN A BOX: The people in our neighborhood](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/doc-in-a-box-the-people-in-our-neighborhood/) - The Digital Docs have fascinating customers. Today I’m taking a short detour from my regular “Doc in a Box” column to talk about the incredible community we have. I get to meet an amazing number of interesting people from all walks of life and countries of origin, with an incredible range of occupations and experiences.
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of Feb. 18, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/16/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-feb-18-2026/) - 11308338Download 11308339Download 11308340Download 11308341Download 11308342Download
- [From setback to spotlight: Students turn loss into powerful festival performance](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/19/from-setback-to-spotlight-students-turn-loss-into-powerful-festival-performance/) - After losing the rights to their Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild DramaFest play just weeks before competition, Marblehead High School’s theater students regrouped, rewrote and refocused — transforming an unexpected setback into a deeply personal production. Director and MHS English teacher Ashley Skeffington had written a 10-minute play, “The Mender,” five years ago for a festival
- [MHA reviews new plans for Broughton Road senior housing, townhouse upgrades](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/16/mha-reviews-new-plans-for-broughton-road-senior-housing-townhouse-upgrades/) - Housing Authority reviews updated plans for Broughton Road redevelopment The Marblehead Housing Authority reviewed updated plans for a major redevelopment project at Broughton Road, featuring a new senior housing building, upgraded townhouses and expanded community amenities. A representative from WinnDevelopment, Sam Randel, told MHA members that the design has made “significant progress” since the last
- [New Epstein records show payments, crypto talks with former Marblehead resident](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/16/new-epstein-records-show-payments-crypto-talks-with-former-marblehead-resident/) - A former Marblehead resident and Bitcoin developer appears more than 700 times in the newest release of records tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to a review of the materials by the Current. The developer, Jeremy Rubin, lived in Marblehead during his youth and attended Marblehead High School in 2009 before graduating from
- [LETTER: What is virtue?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/18/letter-what-is-virtue/) - Headline: What is virtue? To the editor: This is a question that animates a great many Democratic primary voters: Which candidate is the morally righteous choice? When I contemplate this question I think of Sarah McBride and Jared Golden. They are Democrats who represent Delaware’s at-large congressional district and Maine’s second respectively. Delaware elected Sarah
- [LETTER: We should follow the 'Homer Simpson School of Plowing' etiquette](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/16/letter-we-should-follow-the-home-simpson-school-of-plowing-etiquette/) - To the editor: I am writing to express my frustration regarding a recent incident involving a private plow operator. I'd like to offer a kind reminder about basic plow etiquette from the Homer Simpson School of Plowing. On Wednesday morning (Feb. 11), I woke to find our neighbor’s driveway and our stairway to the street,
- [LETTER: There is real happiness to be found locally](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/16/letter-there-is-real-happiness-to-be-found-locally/) - To the editor: Some people say that good fences make for great neighbors. If you've had a bad neighbor, you understand that sentiment well. But in reality, the best neighbors are, well, neighbors. My family and I had the privilege of being Christine McCarriston's neighbor. You may have known her personally, or you may have
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Town adopts new emergency notification system](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/16/news-in-brief-town-adopts-new-emergency-notification-system/) - Emergency notification system Marblehead will switch to a new emergency notification system March 1, following a national cyberattack that compromised its current provider, CodeRed. The town has contracted with Regroup for a one-year agreement at a cost of $6,500. “Regroup will provide reliable, rapid emergency messaging capabilities, as well as enhanced outreach tools that will
- [POLICE LOG: Loyalty points used for lavish purchases; backhoe strikes cruiser during storm cleanup](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/16/police-log-loyalty-points-used-for-lavish-purchases-backhoe-strikes-cruiser-during-storm-cleanup/) - Sunday, Jan. 25Alarms: 4Building/property checks: 4Abandoned 911 calls: 1Vehicle stops, citations: 1 Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 7:57 a.m. An officer investigated a report of a disabled vehicle on Humphrey and Laurel streets. 2:17 p.m. An officer investigated a report of a disabled vehicle on Prospect and Pleasant streets. 2:30 p.m. Vehicles were towed on Pleasant
- [OBITUARY: Christie-Ann Jannell Jones](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/15/obituary-christie-ann-jannell-jones/) - Christie-Ann Jannell Jones, a lifelong resident of Marblehead, died peacefully on Jan. 26, at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. She was 88. Christie was predeceased by her beloved husband Stephen Decatur Jones and by her sister Gretchen Jannell. Born April 28, 1937, to Arthur and Jean (Anderson) Jannell, Christie was raised in Marblehead.
- [Love, swing & song fill Abbot Hall Valentine’s night](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/15/love-swing-song-fill-abbot-hall-valentines-night/) - Love was in the air Saturday night at the Valentine's Day Dance featuring Holly Cameron and Matthew Arnold and their 19-piece big band, the New England Yankees. People filled Abbot Hall — many dressed festively in red — for the show. Professional dancers Charisse and Mark Nocera even offered dance lessons. Special guest vocalists included
- [Remembering Marblehead mariners lost 50 years ago](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/remembering-marblehead-mariners-lost-50-years-ago/) - The recent fishing vessel tragedy in Gloucester comes as Marblehead remembers local fishermen lost at sea 50 years ago. In the last days of January 1976, Marbleheaders Steven “Leroy” Haynes, 26, and Capt. Steven “Stevie” Goodwin, 31, died alongside Stephen Kelly, 32, of Newport, Rhode Island, and Candice Stuart, 21, of Newport and Sarasota, Florida,
- [School Resource Officer Appreciation Day this Sunday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/13/school-resource-officer-appreciation-day-this-sunday/)
- [MHS senior Grey Collins to be honored at Ed Bell legacy event](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/13/mhs-senior-grey-collins-to-be-honored-at-ed-bell-legacy-event/) - Friends and colleagues of Ed Bell will gather from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at the Boston Yacht Club to honor his legacy. Bell was an award-winning journalist and devoted community volunteer who built a distinguished 50-year career in newspapers, broadcasting and wire services, leading coverage of some of the most memorable stories
- [DOLLARS & SENSE: Kezer to present balanced budget, override options](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/12/dollars-sense-kezer-to-present-balanced-budget-override-options/) - Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer will present a balanced town budget and possible override requests to the Select Board at a public meeting Wednesday, Feb. 25. At his State of the Town address in January, Kezer projected an $8.6 million budget gap, driven largely by rising employee health insurance and pension costs. Without an override, Kezer
- [EDITORIAL: Ordinary days, extraordinary times](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/editorial-ordinary-days-extraordinary-times/) - This past weekend, as the Super Bowl kicked off, many of us were in our own huddles — in living rooms filled with wings, pizza, people shouting at the TV, and others shushing during commercials. But for many of us, it felt different this year. Not because of what was happening on the field —
- [Basketball Magicians top this week’s MHS sports notebook](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/12/basketball-magicians-top-this-weeks-mhs-sports-notebook/) - Boys basketball gets closer to the postseason The Marblehead High boys basketball team (9-6) needs just one more win in its final five regular season games to clinch a state tournament berth after throttling visiting Peabody, 78-45 on Feb. 6. The Magicians also led the Tanners at halftime, 33-24 after junior captain Finn Baron sank
- [Marblehead High girls finish third in North state swimming sectionals; boys end up 16th](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/12/marblehead-high-girls-finish-third-in-north-state-swimming-sectionals-boys-end-up-16th/) - The Marblehead High girls swim team finished in a tie for third place with Wayland during the Division 1 North state sectionals at the Boston Sports Institute in Wellesley on Feb. 6. Both teams each accumulated 216 points. The Marblehead boys, two days later at Boston University, picked up 35 points that resulted in a
- ['We’re not going anywhere’: Beloved businesses say they'll stay after $9.6M deal](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/were-not-going-anywhere-beloved-businesses-say-theyll-stay-after-9-6m-deal/) - At least two of Marblehead’s favorite businesses say they are staying put, despite a $9.6 million real estate deal involving several buildings along Washington Street. The Crosby’s family has sold its properties in Marblehead to The Goldberg Brothers Real Estate LLC. “We’re not going anywhere,” said Mike Bosse, who manages Crosby’s in Marblehead. “Nothing is
- [With clock ticking toward Town Meeting, leaders continue to tweak MBTA Communities Act zoning proposal](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/with-clock-ticking-toward-town-meeting-leaders-continue-to-tweak-mbta-communities-act-zoning-proposal/) - With Town Meeting less than three months away and facing a lawsuit filed by the Attorney General’s Office, the Planning Board discussed next steps for its latest plan to comply with the MBTA Communities Act. On Feb. 5, the town received “pre-adoption approval” from the state’s Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. The new
- [EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY: A valentine to a long marriage](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/everything-will-be-okay-a-valentine-to-a-long-marriage/) - All apologies to Hallmark but my husband David and I don’t exchange Valentine’s Day cards anymore. We didn’t make a conscious or even neglectful decision to stop doing so – no, “Sorry honey I forgot this year” or “these commercialized holidays are stupid” commentary underscored our reasoning. We had no reason at all, as far
- [BREAKING NEWS: Town declares three-night parking ban starting Wednesday at 11 p.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/breaking-news-town-declares-three-night-parking-ban-starting-wednesday-at-11-p-m/) - Due to all the snow and ice in Marblehead from recent storms, the town has declared a three-night parking ban, starting Wednesday at 11 p.m. Here is the schedule for the ban: Wednesday, Feb.11, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. the following morning Thursday, Feb. 12, starting at 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Friday, Feb. 13,
- [NEW: Marblehead schools delayed two hours Wednesday due to snow](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/10/new-marblehead-schools-delayed-two-hours-wednesday-due-to-snow/) - Marblehead Superintendent John Robidoux alerted families and guardians Tuesday night that "given the timing of the (snow) storm, Marblehead will have a two-hour delay Wednesday, Feb.11, 2026." PreK classes are canceled. The town has declared a snow emergency parking ban through Wednesday at 7 a.m. Stay with the Current for new details.
- [CURRENT EVENTS](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/current-events/) - Don’t miss Marblehead’s best bets coming up Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org MHS Valentine’s CabaretThursday, Feb. 12, 6:30 p.m. Enjoy the Marblehead High School Valentine Cabaret at MHS, hosted by the Tri-M Music Honor Society. There will be
- [Calling Marblehead Dems: Caucus March 7 for state convention delegates](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/10/calling-marblehead-dems-caucus-march-7-for-state-convention-delegates/) - All Marblehead Democrats are invited to attend a caucus on Saturday, March 7, at 10:30 a.m. to elect 14 delegates and four alternates to the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic Convention. The location is Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St. If attending on zoom, registration in advance is required by filling out the form found on marbleheaddems.org/programs
- [CUZNER IN NATURE: Snowies ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/cuzner-in-nature-snowies/) - By Rick Cuzner I ventured out in the pre-dawn hours of Jan. 24 to explore the coast for owls. When I arrived on the coast of New Hampshire, it was a balmy 2 degrees, negative 18 with the windchill. I walked the coast a bit and found this snowy owl tucked into the dunes. I
- [FOOD 101: Bone broth makes cozy, winter meal](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/food-101-bone-broth-makes-cozy-winter-meal/) - By Linda Basset Deep in winter, we snuggle in to keep safe from storms and wind and flu symptoms. Fireplace, candles, wool blankets, thick books, soft flannel pajamas. A pot of bone broth on the stove. A recent phenomenon, bone broth is the next step in the evolution of stock: meaty bones simmered with fresh
- [PREP STANDOUT: Faceoff specialist Crawford commits to Providence](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/prep-standout-faceoff-specialist-crawford-commits-to-providence/) - Lacrosse faceoff specialist Will Crawford of Marblehead was one of more than a dozen St. John’s Prep student-athletes who recently made commitments to compete at the college of their choice. Crawford will attend Providence College. “Will had an incredibly productive season last spring in the faceoff spot, earning USA Lacrosse All-American honors,” said Eagles coach
- [ARTS: Festival to auction decades of iconic logos](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/11/arts-festival-to-auction-decades-of-iconic-logos/) - Do you have a favorite Marblehead Festival of Arts logo? With nearly 60 to choose from, residents will soon have the chance to bid on several at a special auction. “The family of Dr. Edward Joseph Robinson has donated 34 framed logos from 1983 to 2010,” said MFoA President Cynda Rohmer. “Many are single logos,
- [NEW: Town declares snow emergency parking ban starting Tuesday 7 p.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/10/new-town-declares-snow-emergency-parking-ban-starting-tuesday-7-p-m/) - The town of Marblehead has announced an emergency parking ban starting Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 7 p.m., through Feb. 11, 7 a.m. The National Weather Service is predicting 2-4 inches of snow beginning at 6 p.m. An announcement from the town reminds residents that "depositing, pushing or blowing snow from private property onto public streets, sidewalks or
- [Magicians celebrate seniors with dominant 70-40 win over Bishop Fenwick](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/10/magicians-celebrate-seniors-with-dominant-70-40-win-over-bishop-fenwick/) - The Marblehead High School boys’ basketball team beat the Bishop Fenwick Crusaders, 70-40, at home Monday evening. “It was a big one for us,” said Marblehead Head Coach Michael Giardi. “That’s our 10th win so we’ve qualified for the state tournament which is a big thing to do on senior night.” The Magicians sprinted out
- [Twin showdown ends in victory at MCCPS spelling bee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/10/charter-school-students-crush-spelling-bee/) - Nearly 20 students competed in the Marblehead Charter Community Public School spelling bee Jan. 3, as classmates cheered them on from the sidelines. The contest is part of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The competition lasted about 70 minutes and stretched across 20 rounds, culminating in a dramatic final showdown between twins Noah and Ida
- [Headlight: Feb. 11, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/headlight-feb-11-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Assistant Editor Georgia Marshall, a junior, writes about the participation of MHS' LumiTones in the International Championship of High School A Cappella, "a March Madness-style tournament for high school a cappella groups all across the country." Assistant Editor Anna Cruikshank, a sophomore,
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of Feb. 11, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-feb-11-2026/) - 11307920Download 11307921Download 11307922Download 11307923Download 11307924Download 11307925Download
- [Underage drinking key concern in town wellness survey](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/underage-drinking-key-concern-in-town-wellness-survey/) - At its Feb. 5 meeting, Marblehead’s Board of Health focused on education and closer coordination with schools and local officials to address social hosting, after a new community survey found overwhelming concern about teen substance use. Chair Dr. Thomas Massaro presented results from a recent survey completed by 15% of town residents. An average of
- [News in brief: Save the Glover update, PJ collection and more](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/news-in-brief-save-the-glover-update-pj-collection-and-more/) - Bruins PJ Drive Collection Donate children’s pajamas to the 19th annual Boston Bruins PJ Drive at Abbot Public Library. The library will be collecting pajamas in its front lobby through Saturday, March 14. Last year, people donated 55 pairs of PJs. The library’s goal this year is 100. Save the Glover Save the Glover announced
- [LETTER: My family history has an important warning](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/letter-my-family-history-has-an-important-warning/) - To the editor: I apologize for submitting a letter so soon. I now refer to the letter by Randy Sigler which refers to letters by Mark Ferrante. I rely on the accuracy of Mr. Sigler’s reporting and his analysis of Mr. Ferrante's various letters. Mr. Sigler faulted Mr. Ferrante alleging that Mr. Ferrante belittled “the
- [LETTER: What does fighting look like?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/letter-what-does-fighting-look-like/) - To the editor: I read with interest that during the recent candidates’ forum for Democratic challengers in Massachusetts’ 6th Congressional District, Dan Koh stated that Democrats need to fight harder, otherwise they won’t make it to the midterms. What does this mean? Congressional Democrats don’t control the House or the Senate, so how should they
- [LETTER: ICE enforcement is un-American](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/letter-ice-enforcement-is-un-american/) - To the editor: I am writing to document and affirm that the extreme and injurious activities of the Department of Homeland Security and field agents (aka ICE) are both Un-American and Illegal and should be disturbing to all Americans, regardless of your views on immigration in the USA. Ask any school-aged child about what it
- [LETTER: Minneapolis strong](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/letter-minneapolis-strong/) - Thank you, residents of Minneapolis. Day after day, regardless of the bitter cold and the very real threats to your lives, you have stood defiantly in the face of a despot’s armed militia intent on causing fear, chaos and the suppression of Americans’ constitutional rights. Minneapolis, we are all in your debt. Our Founding Fathers
- [LETTER: Tycho's fatal mistake](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/letter-tychos-fatal-mistake/) - To the editor: Reading the latest missive from our frequent conservative letter writer caused me to think of the Dutch astronomer Tycho Brahe. Tycho was the first European astronomer to correctly ascertain the orbits of the known planets. But, famously he was so wedded to the view that the Earth was the center of the
- [Marblehead Police log: Toking teen menaces taco shop](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/marblehead-police-log-toking-teen-menaces-taco-shop/) - Tuesday, Jan. 20Alarms: 1Building/property checks: 7Abandoned 911 calls: 1Vehicle stops, citations: 0Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 0 8:17 a.m. An officer investigated a general complaint on Devereux Street and filed a report. 8:27 a.m. Services were rendered after a general complaint on Baldwin Road. 8:28 a.m. An officer investigated a general complaint on Ames Road and
- [School Committee update: Feb. 9](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/09/school-committee-update-feb-9/) - The following is an email update to the community by School Committee members Melissa Clucas and Henry Gwazda. We’re pleased to share the February School Committee update with the district and the broader Marblehead community. If you find this information useful, please forward this newsletter to neighbors and community members and encourage them to subscribe!
- [So much snow, so little space](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/07/so-much-snow-so-little-space/) - Marblehead is digging out from another foot (or so) or snow that hit Friday night and Saturday. That's on top of the 21-plus inches that fell two weekends ago. The town had its crews out Saturday trying to clear the roads so emergency vehicles could get through, which is the priority. The challenge? Where to
- [BREAKING NEWS: Snow emergency parking ban ends Saturday at 7 p.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/07/marblehead-declares-winter-storm-watch-parking-ban-for-friday-at-1145-p-m/) - ***Feb. 7 update: Marblehead Police Chief Dennis King said the town's snow emergency parking ban will end Saturday at 7 p.m. King reported "a couple accidents" due to the snow. "Would like to emphasize that putting the snow back into the street is prohibited and interferes with town clean up," he emailed the Current. "Residents
- [Another storm, same problem: Where to put the snow?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/06/another-storm-same-problem-where-to-put-the-snow/) - With more snow forecast Friday night and Saturday, Marblehead Department of Public Works crews are preparing to clear the town’s roughly 70 miles of roads. The town has declared a snow emergency parking ban starting Friday at 11:45 p.m. “First, you clear the streets to make sure that emergency vehicles can get through,” DPW Supervisor
- [A legacy to celebrate: A night to remember Ed Bell](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/05/a-legacy-to-celebrate-a-night-to-remember-ed-bell/) - Co-Hosted by TV newswoman Susan Wornick and Andrea Bell Bergeron Friends and colleagues of Ed Bell will gather from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, March 5, at the Boston Yacht Club to honor Bell's impressive legacy. Bell was an award-winning journalist and devoted community volunteer who built a distinguished 50-year career in newspapers, broadcasting and
- [Marblehead High swimmers complete perfect regular season with another NEC Meet championship](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/05/marblehead-high-swimmers-complete-perfect-regular-season-with-another-nec-meet-championship/) - The Marblehead High swim team (6-0) completed the regular season undefeated the only way they know how with a 92-75 win over archrival Swampscott at the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA on Senior Night, Jan. 29. Senior captains Brady Leveroni, Cale Nelson, Monica Pechhold, Lucas Rosen and Ian Chemel were honored before the meet for their contributions
- [Superintendent urges advocacy as FY27 budget brings school layoffs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/05/superintendent-urges-advocacy-as-fy27-budget-brings-school-layoffs/) - Superintendent John Robidoux presented his level-funded fiscal 2027 budget to the School Committee Thursday night, proposing 14.75 full-time staff cuts. He had a dire warning if Marblehead doesn’t invest more in its schools. “Continuing down the current financial path, our ability to enhance teaching and learning, increase academic rigor and provide appropriate support to students
- [LETTER: 'Something remarkable has happened' at the School Committee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/06/letter-something-remarkable-has-happened-at-the-school-committee/) - To the editor: Since June, after several turbulent years in Marblehead’s school governance, something remarkable has happened… quietly. Our current School Committee has been doing the steady, unglamorous work of restoring order. It’s not flashy, and it certainly won’t make headlines, but it matters. Subcommittees are meeting regularly again, minutes are being produced and recordings
- [BREAKING NEWS: State gives Marblehead another green light on road to 3A compliance](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/05/breaking-news-state-gives-early-approval-to-marbleheads-road-to-3a-compliance/) - After reviewing Marblehead’s updated zoning plan to comply with the MBTA Communities Law, the state today notified town leaders that it “did not identify any items that conflict with the requirements of the regulations." “This is a very positive first step for the town of Marblehead to finally get 3A behind us,” said Dan Fox,
- [LETTER: Here is my plan for the Democrats](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/05/letter-here-is-my-plan-for-the-democrats/) - To the editor: I read with interest that during the recent candidates’ forum for Democratic challengers in Massachusetts’ 6th Congressional District, Dan Koh stated that Democrats need to fight harder, otherwise they won’t make it to the midterms. What does this mean? Congressional Democrats don’t control the House or the Senate, so how should they
- [Hockey Headers, Track, Wrestling in this week's Marblehead Magicians sports notebook](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/05/hockey-headers-track-wrestling-in-this-weeks-marblehead-magicians-sports-notebook/) - Hockey Headers fall to Beverly to snap winning streak The Marblehead High boys hockey team (3-9-1) saw their three-game winning streak come to an end against host Beverly at Endicott College’s Bourque Arena on Jan. 31, 5-1. The lone goal by the Hockey Headers was scored by Ryan Frary on a breakaway late in the
- [Lois Kimball Case, 84](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/05/lois-kimball-case-84/) - Lois Kimball Case lived her 84 years by the words printed in her high school yearbook: “Manners are the best way of doing things.” She embodied that belief every day of her life. Lois was born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1941, in Great Barrington — a true holiday gift to her parents, Henry Arthur
- [Literary Tradition: Marblehead tradition reborn as 'Side Launch' sails worldwide](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/04/literary-tradition-marblehead-tradition-reborn-as-side-launch-sails-worldwide/) - Laurie Fullerton, the Current’s sailing reporter, published her first novel, “Side Launch,” last summer — little knowing it would become an international sensation of sorts. The book follows a journalist who moves to the fictional Maine town of Clydebank to write for a local newspaper. There, she stumbles upon a ramshackle shipyard and meets a
- [Marblehead girls take home 46-23 senior night win against Salem](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/04/marblehead-girls-take-home-46-23-senior-night-win-against-salem/) - The Marblehead High School girls basketball team picked up a dominant 46-23 senior night win over the Salem Witches on Tuesday night at the Kulevich Athletics Complex. “I thought we played a really great game,” said Marblehead co-captain, Greta Sachs. “It was pretty fun and light spirited. Salem’s a great team so it was awesome.”
- [Marblehead author shares thoughts on Gloucester fishing tragedy ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/04/marblehead-author-shares-thoughts-on-gloucester-fishing-tragedy/) - Marblehead author and historian Jay Eric Dolin followed closely the news of a Gloucester fishing vessel that sank Jan. 30, killing seven people on board. “It’s a horrific tragedy,” said Dolin, who has written several nonfiction books around shipwrecks. “It gives light to the dangers that fishermen face when they’re out getting the fish that
- [FROM THE VAULT: Before CVS, there was William Goodwin, Marblehead’s 19th-century pharmacist](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/from-the-vault-before-cvs-there-was-william-goodwin-marbleheads-19th-century-pharmacist/) - By Lauren McCormack, executive director of the Marblehead Museum For much of the late 19th century, the row of buildings from 96 to 104 Washington St. was known as Drug Store Row. Three druggists — William H. Shepard (96 Washington St.), William M. Lemmon (98 Washington St.) and William Goodwin (104 – now 102 –
- [CUZNER IN NATURE: No two are the same: Capturing snowflakes ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/cuzner-in-nature-no-two-are-the-same-capturing-snowflakes/) - By Rick Cuzner I took these snowflake photos during our last two snowstorms. I set my camera up outside and then I walk around and “catch” snowflakes on a small, felt-covered plate. When I get a few well-defined snowflakes on the plate, I place them on my camera set-up and take a few photos before
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-68/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org. Teresa Ines and Her Quartet at Me&TheeFriday, Feb. 6, 8 p. Me&Thee Music’s Friday night live music tradition continues with the hot jazz sounds of Brazil as Teresa Ines and Her Quartet take
- [OBITUARY: Helen Marie Simard MacLaughin, 82](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/obituary-helen-marie-simard-maclaughin-82/) - Helen Marie Simard MacLaughin, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on Jan. 31 at the age of 82. Helen was a light to all who knew her, and she will be remembered for her love of family, her dedication to helping others and her unmatched generosity of spirit that
- [OBITUARY: Norma R. (Silva) Dugan, 90](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/obituary-norma-r-silva-dugan-90/) - Norma R. (Silva) Dugan, age 90, a longtime resident of Marblehead, passed away peacefully on Jan. 26, following complications from pneumonia. She was the beloved wife of the late George R. Dugan, Jr.Norma is survived by her four loving children: Stephen Dugan of North Reading and his wife, Kate; Kathleen Martin of Peabody; Mark Dugan
- [EDITORIAL: Collision course](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/editorial-collision-course/) - No one should have been surprised by last week’s news that the Attorney General’s Office had sued Marblehead and eight other towns in Suffolk Superior Court over their failure to comply with the MBTA Communities Act. As readers no doubt know by now, the five-year-old MBTA Communities Act, passed towards the end of Gov. Charlie
- [BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Learn more about  Music Together of Salem/Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/business-spotlight-learn-more-about-music-together-of-salem-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
- [LETTER: Thank you, Seamus Hourihan](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/letter-thank-you-seamus-hourihan-2/) - To the editor: To Seamus Hourihan — We thank you for contributing articles to the Current. Your insights no doubt are a function of your age, education, interests, diligence and devotion to being a giving citizen. Your time-consuming efforts searching out, and then broadcasting, important Marblehead matters, provides clear data and factual information to help
- [LETTER: Concerns about road salt and the harbor](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/letter-concerns-about-road-salt-and-the-harbor/) - To the editor: With the concern of road salt being used, a couple of questions and maybe some ideas to consider if possible. Can you desalinate the ocean water and use natural salt for the roads? Can the catch basins flow into a holding area to be filtered out before returning to the ocean or
- [LETTER: My family’s experience at Epstein Hillel School](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/letter-my-familys-experience-at-epstein-hillel-school/) - I wanted to share what Epstein Hillel School has meant to me and my family. My son has been at EHS since kindergarten and is now finishing sixth grade. It’s heartbreaking to think that this may be his last year here, because the school has been such a steady and meaningful part of our lives
- [MONEY MATTERS: Debunking 5 money myths](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/money-matters-debunking-5-money-myths/) - January arrives each year with a sense of possibility. It’s the month of clean slates, ambitious resolutions and renewed motivation, especially when it comes to money. Advertisements urge us to “start fresh,” social media celebrates dramatic financial transformations and many people feel an unspoken pressure to fix everything at once. While the energy of a
- [OBITUARY: Robert Ward Osgood III, 98](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/03/obituary-robert-ward-osgood-iii-98/) - Robert Ward Osgood III passed away peacefully on Feb.1, his 98th birthday, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.He was born in Salem, Massachusetts, on Feb. 1, 1928, to parents Robert W. Osgood Jr. andEunice H. Osgood. Bob was a lifelong resident of Marblehead, a town he dearly loved. He attended Marblehead schools, Kimball Union Academy, and went
- [MPD log: Men’s talk about World War III, boasts about arterial bleeding concern caller](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/02/mpd-log-mens-talk-about-world-war-iii-boasts-about-arterial-bleeding-concern-caller/) - Friday, Jan. 9Alarms: 2Building/property checks: 6Abandoned 911 calls: 1Vehicle stops, citations: 0Vehicle stops, verbal warnings: 3 8 a.m. An officer investigated a complaint about a moving vehicle on Selman and Front streets. 11:09 a.m. A no-trespass order was served on Ocean Avenue. 3:07 p.m. An officer assisted at the scene of a vehicle crash on
- [News in brief: New date for immigration forum, school calendar approved](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/02/news-in-brief-new-date-for-immigration-forum-school-calendar-approved/) - Immigration forum rescheduled A regional forum on immigration enforcement — postponed due to snow — is now scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 6:30 p.m. at Old North Church. The event will feature a panel including Marblehead immigration attorneys Diann Slavit Baylis and Nancy Norman and policy expert Dr. Alexandra Piñeros-Shields of Brandeis University. The
- [Headlight: Feb. 4, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/02/headlight-feb-4-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Junior Anna Baughman provides the story behind Marblehead High School's entry into the 2026 Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild Festival, "The Mender," which was written by MHS English teacher and director Ms. Skeffington. Junior Maximilian Kane explains the process and the purpose behind
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of Feb. 4, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/02/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-feb-4-2026/) - 11307411Download 11307412Download 11307413Download 11307414Download 11307415Download 11307416Download 11307417Download
- [LETTER: Remembering a remarkable artist, naturalist](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/01/letter-remembering-a-remarkable-artist-naturalist/) - To the editor: Reading of Mary Jo McConnell’s death in last week’s Current was devastating, especially as I had just had dinner with her a month or so ago. Her obituary related a great deal about her, but there was so much more to tell. Mary Jo McConnell was by turns brilliant, talented beyond words
- [LETTER: Moulton represents the next chapter](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/01/letter-moulton-represents-the-next-chapter/) - To the editor: The Senate primary between incumbent Ed Markey and challenger Seth Moulton is a choice between two different visions of Democratic politics. Sen. Markey has served Massachusetts with distinction for 50 years. But he entered public life when politics hardened around organized groups and issue scorecards that rewarded ideological purity. Markey thrived under
- [LETTER: Start paving, stop patching](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/01/letter-start-paving-stop-patching/) - To the editor: It is time to address the quality of the roads in Marblehead. As residents, our town taxes should be used to provide essential services, including proper road maintenance. However, the roads are unacceptably bad and some of the worst in the entire country. The town does not appear to have a long-term
- [LETTER: Our current 'human condition'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/01/letter-our-current-human-condition/) - To the editor: I am writing regarding the recent letter of Margaret Bacon regarding a previous letter, “New Year’s resolutions for Democrats.” I did not see this previous letter but, from the content of Ms. Bacon’s letter, I would assume this previous letter was not very constructive but, rather, caustic and destructive. At least, not
- [LETTER: Resident is ‘ready to accept Trump supporter’s apologies’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/02/01/letter-resident-is-ready-to-accept-trump-supporters-apologies/) - To the editor: The recent brouhaha about whether the Current should have published Mark Ferrante’s letters made me curious, so I went back and read them all. They were well written, and he is clearly a fervent supporter of the Trump administration (and loathes “the left”). Although I disagreed with many of his characterizations, I
- [Marblehead honors Glover with annual march to Burial Hill](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/31/photo-gallery-glovers-regiment-marches-to-burial-hill/) - Just as ice and snow couldn’t stop Glover’s Regiment from crossing the Delaware and capturing Trenton 250 years ago, the frigid 15-degree temperatures and deep snow couldn’t stop more than 80 Marbleheaders from honoring Gen. John Glover's memory on Saturday evening. Glover’s Regiment, followed by dozens of residents, marched down Washington Street to Old Burial
- [Basketball Magicians fall to Masconomet, 64-35](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/31/basketball-magicians-fall-to-masconomet-64-35/) - The Marblehead Magicians boy’s basketball team lost to the Masconomet Chieftains 65-35 in Boxboro on Friday night. “We got blasted,” said Marblehead head coach, Mike Giardi. “We did not do the things that we needed to do in order to stay in a competitive game like we did the first time with them. It wasn’t
- [‘The world needs more Nikolays.’ Town gathers to send off beloved neighbor](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/31/the-world-needs-more-nikolays-town-gathers-to-send-off-beloved-neighbor/) - It was the best of Marblehead on display Saturday morning as residents from across town gathered to wish a fond farewell to community member Nikolay Kuzmina, who has moved to Florida after the death of his mother in January. “He has a special place in my heart,” said retired police officer Cabot Dodge, who served
- [EDITORIAL: Debate in deadly serious times](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/editorial-debate-in-deadly-serious-times/) - Last week, the Marblehead Current published the latest letter from perhaps the town’s biggest — or at least most vocal — supporters of President Trump. As has happened when we have published previous missives from that same writer, the Current received criticism. We were already considering using this space to address that criticism. Then immigration
- [OBITUARY: Mark R. Collins, 62](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/30/obituary-mark-r-collins-62/) - Mark R. Collins of Derry, New Hampshire, died unexpectedly Jan. 19 at his home. Mark was born in Chicago on May 12, 1963 — Mother’s Day — the youngest of the Collins children and the only boy. Mark and his family moved to Marblehead in the 1970s where he quickly made lifelong friends. He attended
- [Snow is ... A poem by Marblehead young learners](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/30/snow-is-a-poem-by-marblehead-young-learners/) - Enjoy this poem written by a PreK class at the Brown School after last weekend's big storm. Presented by teacher Milena Connolly and read aloud at the Jan. 29 School Committee meeting.
- [School leaders outline deeper cuts, including 5 teachers, to level fund budget](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/29/school-leaders-outline-deeper-cuts-including-teachers-to-level-fund-budget/) - After multiple rounds of reductions, Marblehead Public Schools officials said they are within $806 of a level-funded fiscal year 2027 budget at the School Committee’s Budget Subcommittee meeting on Jan. 29. The meeting included School Committee members Melissa Clucas and Jenn Schaeffner, Superintendent John Robidoux, Assistant Superintendent of Finance Mike Pfifferling, and Finance Committee liaisons
- [Marblehead student shares family’s Holocaust survival stories at remembrance ceremony](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/30/marblehead-student-shares-familys-holocaust-survival-stories-at-remembrance-ceremony/) - On Friday, Marblehead High School senior Sasha Ganezer shared stories she heard from her Holocaust survivor great-grandparents, reflecting on how their strength helped shape the young woman she is today. “Through his life, my Zeide (grandfather) taught me bravery, the importance of family and gave me my Jewish pride,” she said. Ganezer spoke at Marblehead’s
- [Volcanoes, bath bombs and big curiosity at Brown School STEAM Fair](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/30/volcanoes-bath-bombs-and-big-curiosity-at-brown-school-steam-fair/) - A record number of young scientists filled Brown School with bubbling experiments and big ideas during the school’s fourth annual STEAM Fair on Jan. 29. More than 250 students in kindergarten through third grade took part. Teachers in white lab coats roamed the fair as “judges,” asking students questions about their projects and what they
- [Moulton returns from Minneapolis; calls out 'state-sponsored terror'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/29/moulton-returns-from-minneapolis-calls-out-state-sponsored-terror/) - Congressman Seth Moulton, who represents the 6th District including Marblehead, traveled to Minneapolis earlier this week following the killing of Alex Pretti, a 37-year old ICU nurse, by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents on Saturday morning. “I’m trying to learn a lot of lessons for Massachusetts about how to get organized and prepare for
- [BREAKING NEWS: Attorney General files suit against Marblehead, eight other towns over 3A](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/29/breaking-news-attorney-general-files-suit-against-marblehead-eight-other-towns-over-3a/) - Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today filed a lawsuit against the town of Marblehead (and eight other communities) for its noncompliance with the MBTA Communities Law, which requires communities to zone for more multifamily housing. The other eight communities are: Dracut, East Bridgewater, Halifax, Holden, Middleton, Tewksbury, Wilmington and Winthrop. “Massachusetts has a housing crisis, and our
- [NEW: Residents alerted about CodeRed hack; urged to take protective steps](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/29/new-residents-alerted-about-codered-hack-urged-to-take-protective-steps/) - The town is updating residents on a “significant national cybersecurity incident” that disrupted its CodeRed emergency alert system, which is now being run by the affiliated company Crisis24. CodeRed had about 13,000 subscribers in Marblehead, according to Fire Chief Jason Gilliland. The cyberattack happened in November of 2025. “The town is currently working closely with
- [Town reveals $8.4M budget deficit, predicts 50+ layoffs without override](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/town-reveals-8-4m-budget-deficit-predicts-50-layoffs-without-override/) - Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer announced a $8.4 million budget deficit for fiscal 2027 due to soaring expenses and declining revenues. Without a Proposition 2 1/2 override, that gap could lead to 50 municipal layoffs in addition to program cuts, according to Kezer. That does not include cuts expected in the schools. “We will need to
- [Marblehead indoor track teams enjoy winning seasons](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/29/marblehead-indoor-track-teams-enjoy-winning-seasons/) - Joe McConnell The Marblehead High boys indoor track team remains undefeated with a record of 4-0-1, while the girls are 3-1-1 after each team’s latest win at home against Saugus on Jan. 22. The boys upended the Sachems, 68-12. The girls pretty much did the same, 65-21. Previously, the Magicians faced Peabody in Swampscott on Jan. 8. The Marblehead High boys indoor track team remains undefeated with a record of 4-0-1, while the girls are 3-1-1 after each team’s latest win at home against Saugus on Jan. 22. The boys upended the Sachems, 68-12. The girls pretty much did the same, 65-21. Previously, the Magicians faced Peabody in Swampscott on Jan. 8.
- [Hockey Headers begin to turn the corner; wrestlers show fight in this week’s notebook](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/29/hockey-headers-begin-to-turn-the-corner-wrestlers-show-fight-in-this-weeks-notebook/) - Hockey Headers make it two in a row After getting their first win of the season against Danvers on Jan. 17, the Hockey Headers (2-8-1) had to wait a week to make it two straight, which they did against Masco at Haverhill’s Valley Forum last Saturday night, Jan. 24, 4-3. Can this be the start
- [LETTER: If taxpayer-funded public services are socialism…](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/letter-if-taxpayer-funded-public-services-are-socialism/) - To the editor: “Join the OKOs,” my friend urged me some years ago. I worked on their hand tub at a muster. It’s hard work! And watch out — that bar might hit your head. Firefighting in Marblehead and all around here has a fascinating history, that I learned from senior members. There was no fire
- [State of the Town Wednesday to spotlight growing budget crisis, possible tax overrides](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/state-of-the-town-wednesday-to-spotlight-growing-budget-crisis-possible-tax-overrides/) - Residents will get a clearer picture of Marblehead’s financial challenges — and a possible need for a general property tax override — at the annual State of the Town address Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 6 p.m. at Abbot Hall and on Zoom. Town officials have spent months warning of a deepening fiscal crisis. A recently
- [Congressman Moulton's office to host constituent services fair](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/congressman-moultons-office-to-host-constituent-services-fair/) - More than 30 agencies and nonprofits will be on-site to help constituents with a wide variety of issues The office of Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) invites constituents to attend the 6th District Constituent Services Fair from 4:30-6:30pm on Thursday, Jan. 29, at the Salem Community Life Center, located at 401 Bridge St. in Salem. The Constituent Services
- [LETTER: Innovation is how we save the American dream](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/letter-innovation-is-how-we-save-the-american-dream/) - By John Beccia, candidate for Congress I’m a dad raising two kids here on the North Shore — and like a lot of parents I know, I’m worried about the future we’re handing them. Everything costs more. Housing is out of reach. Childcare is crushing. Healthcare is a constant stress. You can do everything right and still feel
- [OBITUARY: Capt. Louis P Hettinger, 93](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/obituary-capt-louis-p-hettinger-93/) - Capt. Louis P Hettinger, USN (Ret), of Ashburn, Virginia, age 93 passed away peacefully on Dec. 28, 2025. Louis was born on Oct. 13, 1932, in Newton, to Paul C. Hettinger and Margaret M. O'Leary Hettinger. He shared a close bond with his brother, Ed, and often delighted family and friends with stories of their
- [LETTER: PAM](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/letter-pam/) - To the editor: All I had known about PAM is it’s a cookware spray. Now I live in a neighborhood where not one, but two, ladies are called Pam. From the huge universe, they are both here and particularly benevolent human beings. They raised their adopted children. One lucky young daughter was from the Soviet
- [Me&Thee Music announces upcoming winter/spring shows](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/29/methee-music-announces-upcoming-winter-spring-shows/) - Me&Thee Music will continue its Friday night live music tradition Feb. 6 with the hot jazz sounds of Brazil by Teresa Inês and her quartet. Inês’ music draws from a wide range of Brazilian styles, bridging cultures and genres including acoustic fusion, MPB (Música Popular Brasileira), bossa nova, samba and baião. Her new group features
- [Local author thrills with anthology of 100-word horror stories](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/28/local-author-thrills-with-anthology-of-100-word-horror-stories/) - Marblehead author Jim Nemeth’s love of the horror genre began, just like so many other authors, at an early age. “I grew up in the 60s and I became addicted to the classic horror films,” said Nemeth, a native of Chicago. “As I grew older, I pursued the literature behind these films and ‘Dracula’ by
- [Marblehead declares emergency parking ban starting Tuesday 11 p.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/marblehead-declares-emergency-parking-ban-starting-tuesday-11-p-m/) - The town of Marblehead has declared an emergency parking ban for three overnights starting Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 11 p.m. For the next three nights, the parking ban will be in effect 11 p.m.-7 a.m. All vehicles must be removed from the streets to allow for snow removal operations. In an alert to residents, the
- [The CAHM wellness survey; examining preliminary results](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/the-cahm-wellness-survey-examining-preliminary-results/) - In anticipation of expansion to five members, the Board of Health regularly discusses strengthening the public health services through an initiative known by the acronym CAHM for Creating A Healthier Marblehead. CAHM is designed to provide baseline data on the health and wellness of the town today. That baseline will be used to help make
- [LETTER: A new MAGA](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/letter-a-new-maga/) - To the editor: Increasingly, with devastating evidence, the current administration proves itself to be anti-American. Our nation has never fully lived up to its founding ideals, but they exist, like guiding stars, ready to lead the collective mind and heart towards a better America. Now, the principles, ideals and rights long fought for and striven
- [LETTER: Honor Lars Anderson and build a regulation-size ice rink](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/letter-honor-lars-anderson-and-build-a-regulation-size-ice-rink/) - To the editor: Back in the 1940s, growing up in Marblehead, we had a skating rink; it was on Bay View Avenue on Bobby’s Pond. Marblehead High School played hockey there, and it was home to the Marblehead Skating Club, which was an ice dancing club. Every Friday night, Saturday night and Sunday afternoon throughout
- [LETTER: Volunteers needed for public restroom duty](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/letter-volunteers-needed-for-public-restroom-duty/) - To the editor: After discussions with Marblehead’s harbormaster and town officials, our small group of local volunteers has been given the green light to its proposal to spearhead needed changes to these facilities. In addition to suggesting ways to improve the attractiveness of the restrooms (better signage, repairing broken/cracked tiles, visual upgrades, etc.), recommending ways
- [COLUMN: How do you know if what you see on social media is real?](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/column-how-do-you-know-if-what-you-see-on-social-media-is-real/) - Social media is filled with more false information than ever before. In recent months, experts have noticed a big rise in misinformation and disinformation online. Misinformation means sharing something wrong by mistake, while disinformation is a lie spread on purpose. Both are spreading quickly on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok, and
- [LETTER: 'Why I protest'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/letter-why-i-protest-2/) - I came of age in 1967-1968 in a working-class world shaped by the draft and the Vietnam War. In my community, Vietnam wasn’t a headline — it was a phone call you dreaded and a name you might see in the paper. And for young women, the consequences of being labeled “fast” were real: reputations,
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-67/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org. ’90s Karaoke NightFriday, Jan. 30, 6-8 p.m. Join Marblehead Charter for a ’90s-themed Karaoke Night. This is a free, all-ages community event. Sing your favorite ’90s hits, dress in your best throwback style,
- [OBITUARY: H. Louise Parker, 93](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/obituary-h-louise-parker-93/) - H. Louise Parker, 93, a lifelong Marbleheader, passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 16, at the Bertram House in Swampscott. She was the daughter of the late William E. Parker and Ellen L. (Toomey) Parker. Receiving much recognition during her lengthy career with the New England Telephone Company, Nynex and Verizon, Louise rose from switchboard
- [OBITUARY: Jane Rupp Cooke, 95](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/obituary-jane-rupp-cooke-95/) - Jane Rupp Cooke (1930-2026) died peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Jan. 11 after a brief illness. Jane spent her younger years in Pennsylvania and her teenage years in Maine, where her father taught forestry and conservation at the University of Maine. The great outdoors was her element. She worked at an orchard picking apples
- [OBITUARY: Judith "Judy" Chapman Hettinger](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/obituary-judith-judy-chapman-hettinger/) - Judith "Judy" Chapman Hettinger passed away peacefully on Nov. 3, 2025. Born on Aug. 23, 1933, in Salem, Judy spent her childhood in nearby Marblehead with her loving parents, Harry and Ruth Chapman. She attended Marblehead High School, where she proudly served as head majorette for the school band — one of her fondest memories.
- [NEWS IN BRIEF: Holocaust Remembrance Day, NYT honor, memory kits available](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/27/news-in-brief-holocaust-remembrance-day-nyt-honor-memory-kits-available/) - Holocaust Remembrance Day The town will observe its fourth annual International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Friday, Jan. 30, at noon at Abbot Hall. The Select Board has proclaimed the day and recognized January as Holocaust Remembrance Month. In 2005, the United Nations officially designated Jan. 27 as the day of remembrance, now observed by many
- [Headlight: Jan. 28, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/26/headlight-jan-28-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Reporters London Perlow and Mary Prindiville, both freshmen, chronicle the Performing Arts trip to New York City Photographs of MHS' participants in the DECA District VI Awards Ceremony Headlight January 28, 2026Download
- [Marblehead Current public notices, issue of Jan. 28, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/26/marblehead-current-public-notices-issue-of-jan-28-2026/) - 11306900Download
- [NEW: Two-hour delay for Marblehead schools on Tuesday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/26/new-two-hour-delay-for-marblehead-schools-on-tuesday/) - Superintendent John Robidoux confirms there will be a two-hour delay on Tuesday after today's snow day. "Please take your time and travel safely," Robidoux wrote to parents and guardians around 5:40 p.m. on Monday.
- [Marblehead school super weighing a Tuesday snow day](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/26/marblehead-school-super-weighing-a-tuesday-snow-day/) - Marblehead Public Schools will decide in the next few hours whether to cancel school on Tuesday, Superintendent John Robidoux just told the Current. "I'm corresponding/collaborating with town officials, DPW, our facilities folks and other supers to ascertain the best information by which to make a decision," Robidoux wrote in a text. "I will hope to
- [Select Board approves emergency action allowing town to dump snow in harbor](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/26/select-board-approves-emergency-action-allowing-town-to-dump-snow-in-harbor/) - The Select Board met Monday afternoon to declare an emergency that would allow the town to dump snow into Marblehead Harbor at Riverhead Beach and State Street Landing. A major storm dropped more than a foot of snow across town Sunday and Monday. “We see a threat to public health and safety, and that really
- [NEW: Marblehead's snow emergency parking ban to stay in effect until Tuesday, 7 a.m.](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/25/nearly-a-foot-of-snow-blankets-marblehead-as-storm-continues-check-out-photo-gallery/) - NEW on Monday at noon: The town of Marblehead is alerting residents that the snow emergency parking ban will remain in effect until Tuesday at 7 a.m. By Monday at 9 a.m., a major storm had dumped at least a foot of snow in Marblehead, with several more inches predicted to fall through the day.
- [GUEST COLUMN: When the snowstorm hit, animal rescue went into overdrive](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/26/guest-column-when-the-snowstorm-hit-animal-rescue-went-into-overdrive/) - Submitted by Kate Thomson of Marblehead Here in the Northeast, we’re well-versed in winter storm prep. Streets get salted, parking bans go into effect, there’s a run on milk, bread and Bailey’s. We hunker down and wait it out. But for animal rescue groups, a major weather event like this can wreak havoc. This weekend,
- [Community to gather to send off beloved neighbor Nikolay](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/24/community-to-gather-to-send-off-beloved-neighbor-nikolay/) - ***This article was updated Sunday night with new information about the event. Marblehead residents will soon have a chance to say farewell to a beloved community member as he prepares to relocate permanently to Florida. Nikolay Kuzmina, 39, is moving to Miami with his sister following the death of his 75-year-old mother, who was killed
- [Marblehead schools, town buildings closed Monday due to storm](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/25/marblehead-schools-town-buildings-closed-monday-due-to-storm/) - The town has sent out an alert announcing that Marblehead schools — and all school activiites — are cancelled Monday due to the monster storm that could dump up to two feet of snow here. All municipal offices will also be closed, along with Abbot Library, the Jacoby Community Center and Council on Aging. The
- [Winter storm warning issued, town declares emergency parking ban starting Sunday](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/24/winter-storm-warning-issued-town-declares-emergency-parking-ban-starting-sunday/) - A powerful storm, impacting much of the country, is barreling toward Marblehead and could dump up to 18 inches of snow here in town, according to the National Weather Service. The NWS has declared a winter storm warning Sunday morning through Monday at 8 p.m. and predicts wind gusts up to 30 miles per hour.
- [Changes to Marblehead's emergency alerts after company was hacked; what to know](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/24/changes-to-marbleheads-emergency-alerts-after-company-was-hacked-what-to-know/) - Residents are noticing some differences with the town’s emergency alert system today, just as a major snowstorm is set to arrive Sunday. The town’s emergency alert company Code Red was hacked a few months ago and its database was wiped out, Select Board Chair Dan Fox told the Current on Saturday. Code Red, which recently
- [Learning about Black American heroes; MRJT presents portraits at Veterans School](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/23/learning-about-black-american-heroes-mrjt-presents-portraits-at-veterans-school/) - On Friday afternoon, members of the Marblehead Racial Justice Team presented students at Veterans School with portraits of two African American heroes — Congressman John Lewis and Harriet Tubman — as part of an ongoing tradition. During the presentation, the Veterans School chorus sang “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” often referred to as the Black
- [OBITUARY: Sally Frick Cockayne](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/23/obituary-sally-frick-cockayne/) - Sally Frick Cockayne passed away peacefully surrounded by her adoring family on Amelia Island, Florida, on Sunday, Jan. 4. Sally was born in 1942 and grew up in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania. She was the cherished daughter of Raymond and Dorothy Frick and attended Springside Chestnut Hill Academy where she developed many friendships that lasted a
- [CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead's best bets coming up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/20/current-events-marbleheads-best-bets-coming-up-10/) - Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org. Penguin PlungeSaturday, Jan. 24, noonBundle up and dive in for a cause at Salem Coastwatch’s first Penguin Plunge at Riverhead Beach. Participants are invited to brave the cold waters, enjoy camaraderie and support
- [LETTER: Why I protest](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/22/letter-why-i-protest/) - To the editor: I came of age in 1967-1968 in a working-class world shaped by the draft and the Vietnam War. In my community, Vietnam wasn’t a headline — it was a phone call you dreaded and a name you might see in the paper. And for young women, the consequences of being labeled “fast”
- [Marblehead Charter School honored at State House](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/22/marblehead-charter-school-honored-at-state-house/) - Marblehead Community Charter Public School was honored at the State House Jan. 20 as one of 63 Schools of Recognition. According to the state’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Schools of Recognition “demonstrate progress toward annual accountability targets, with an emphasis on improved achievement in ELA and math.” MCCPS Head of School Stephanie Brant
- [Marblehead coffee roaster brews up ‘Wake with Drake’ blend honoring Patriots QB](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/22/marblehead-coffee-roaster-brews-up-wake-with-drake-blend-honoring-patriots-qb/) - 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
- [Arts Festival 2026 logo revealed](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/22/arts-festival-2026-logo-revealed/) - And the winner is ... Brayden Coe with his blue lobster! The Marblehead Festival of Arts revealed its 2026 logo at an event at The Landing on Jan. 20. Coe is a student at Marblehead High School. Each year, the Festival asks local artists to submit new logo designs. Judges whittle the entries (this year
- [Local bands strike a chord with hometown crowds](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/21/local-bands-strike-a-chord-with-hometown-crowds/) - There’s something of an allure for Marbleheaders when local bands perform in town, said Robert Simonelli, co-owner and manager of The Landing Restaurant located on the harbor front. “We have a packed house when we choose the local bands,” he said of gigs that take place every Thursday night, drawing 90–100 revelers. “They have a
- [A response to the letter, 'New Year's resolutions for Democrats'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/22/a-response-to-the-letter-new-years-resolutions-for-democrats/) - To the editor: Disagreement is a healthy feature of a democracy. Dismissal is not. The recent letter proposing “New Year’s resolutions for Democrats” presents itself as outreach, but it relies largely on caricature, accusation and sweeping claims about the motives and values of tens of millions of Americans. That approach may reinforce the views expressed
- [MHS gymnasts reach new heights with team, individual highs against host Beverly](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/22/mhs-gymnasts-reach-new-heights-with-team-individual-highs-against-host-beverly/) - In only its third meet of the year, the Marblehead High co-op gymnastics team (1-2) was able to attain 130.95 points, something that it could not accomplish in any single contest last season. Despite eclipsing that total so early on in the season, coach Samantha Klipper’s team still came up short against host Beverly at
- [Hockey Headers begin turnaround, swimmers beat Masco, wrestlers get third win in this week’s sports notebook ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/22/hockey-headers-begin-turnaround-swimmers-beat-masco-wrestlers-get-third-win-in-this-weeks-sports-notebook/) - Hockey Headers get untracked With the second half of the season still on tap, the Marblehead High boys hockey team (1-8-1) appears to be turning the corner after picking up three out of a possible four points last week. They first tied the Peabody co-op, 2-2 in Peabody on Jan. 14, before escaping past Danvers
- [Dominant first half lifts basketball Magicians to 71-56 win over Danvers](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/21/dominant-first-half-lifts-basketball-magicians-to-71-56-win-over-danvers/) - A lopsided first half helped the Marblehead Magicians boys basketball to a dominant 71-56 win over the Danvers Falcons in Danvers Jan. 20. “It was a game that Danvers never quit on,” said Marblehead coach Michael Giardi. “I think we took things for granted and assumed that Danvers was just going to lay down at
- [Marblehead police, health officials to launch addiction and recovery education series](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/21/marblehead-police-health-officials-to-launch-addiction-and-recovery-education-series/) - Marblehead Police and the town’s Public Health Department are partnering to launch a six-week addiction and recovery educational series, “in an effort to foster understanding, reduce stigma and strengthen community responses to substance abuse disorders,” according to a Jan. 20 press release. “This series is rooted in education and empathy,” said Police Chief Dennis King.
- [Marblehead demonstrators call for fairness, due process](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/20/marblehead-demonstrators-call-for-fairness-due-process/) - About 75 people, bundled against frigid winds, rallied Tuesday afternoon at Tent’s Corner across from Marblehead High School to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. The local demonstration was part of a national Free America event. In Marblehead, participants waved small American flags and held signs reading “Resist Fascism,” “Protect Immigrants’ Rights” and “Make America Ethical
- [FOOD 101: My first beef Wellington](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/22/food-101-my-first-beef-wellington-2/) - I’ve never made beef Wellington. This refined entrée’s popularity rose and fell with the Gilded Age. Julia Child revived it in “Mastering the Art.” A whole generation of mid-century hostesses made it the core of fashionable dinner parties. Creating this showpiece is time-consuming, labor-intensive. And now it’s back. When Current editor Leigh Blander emailed a
- [SUSTAINABLE MARBLEHEAD: How food scraps fuel climate change and what we can do about it](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/20/sustainable-marblehead-how-food-scraps-fuel-climate-change-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/) - Each year, Americans throw away an astonishing 133 billion pounds of food — about 40% of all food produced in the country. That’s the equivalent of tossing out a full meal for every person, every day. By weight, food waste is the #1 item in U.S. landfills. Each of us has more power than we
- [Suicide is a public health crisis; prevention starts with recognizing the signs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/20/suicide-is-a-public-health-crisis-prevention-starts-with-recognizing-the-signs/) - It is never easy to talk about suicide. The words seem inadequate, invasive or inappropriate. The fact is that suicide is a health crisis in this country, the 11th leading cause of death in the US. The reality is that we will likely meet or know someone in our lives who will either take their
- [Marblehead Author Tonya Walker dishes on 'mean girls' and her book](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/20/marblehead-author-tonya-walker-dishes-on-mean-girls-and-her-book/) - Marblehead author Tonya Walker is launching her book, "Slim and the Notorious Mrs. Churchill," this month. The novel is a work of historical function that offers readers a glimpse into the glamorous and treacherous social world of New York and Paris in 1958. This story will resonate with fans of Ryan Murphy’s recent award-winning television
- [Fifty years, thousands of players: Marblehead Youth Soccer celebrates milestone](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/21/fifty-years-thousands-of-players-marblehead-youth-soccer-celebrates-milestone/) - Marblehead Youth Soccer Association will celebrate its 50th anniversary in February. In the five decades since its founding, thousands of kids have played soccer thanks to Dr. Maximilliaan Kaulbach (who passed away last year at age 94) and his wife, DL who founded MYSA in 1976. Grab your shorts, socks, shin guards and cleats! Headlining
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- [Headlight: Jan. 21, 2026](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/19/headlight-jan-21-2026/) - Check out the latest issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight. In this edition: Sophomore reporter Anna Baughman writes about a student art installation at National Grand Bank. Sophomore reporter Jack Buckley documents the success of the undefeated junior varsity boys basketball team. Freshman reporter Sophie Li reports on the business competition in which members of
- [EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY: Seasonally content](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/21/everything-will-be-okay-seasonally-content/) - As I write this, I am sitting by our beautiful harbor on a January morning watching sea birds skim across the surface of the 40-degree water. They seem content continuing their daily rituals regardless of the temperature. A temporary easing last week of the stretch of frigid air didn’t last but it gifted me a
- [EDITORIAL: It's not too late](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/20/editorial-its-not-too-late/) - The flu season is currently at its peak in Massachusetts. It could last another three to four months. For those who have gotten the flu this winter, symptoms have included fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, headache, and muscle aches and pains, which can last up to two weeks. This year’s flu vaccine, though not
- [Examining Marblehead school vaccine rates](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/20/examining-marblehead-school-vaccine-rates/) - As controversy over childhood vaccinations rages nationwide, student immunization rates in Marblehead have remained steady over the past three years, with most schools reporting 90% or more of pupils have gotten all vaccines required by state law. Dr. Thomas Massaro, a retired pediatrician and the chair of the town’s Board of Health, said the community’s
- [Marblehead news in brief: Week of Jan. 19](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/2026/01/19/marblehead-news-in-brief-week-of-jan-19/) - The Current welcomes 150-200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Immigration enforcement forum Old North Church, 35 Washington St., will host a panel with local immigration attorneys and a policy expert on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2 p.m. The event will feature attorneys Diann Slavit Baylis and Nancy Norman, both of Marblehead, and

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## Events

- [Friends of Public Schools Soiree](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/friends-of-public-schools-soiree/) - The Friends of Marblehead Public Schools Summer Soiree is back! This annual summer party helps fulfill FOMPS' mission of funding enrichment opportunities for all Marblehead public schools. The event, held at a private home, features live music, hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar.
- [Literary agent talk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/literary-agent-talk/) - As part of its Summer Reading: Find Your Voice theme, Abbot Public Library is hosting literary agent Doug Grad to discuss how to get your book published. Grad, a 37-year veteran of the publishing industry, will give you the cold, hard reality of the business — from landing a deal with a major publisher to
- [Intuitive dance](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/intuitive-dance/) - Come dance freely and intuitively to the rhythm of your soul, in a safe and non-judgemental space at The Yoga Loft. Expressive arts facilitator Peyton Pugmire will guide participants to set an intention, warm up and then dance independently to music carefully selected to inspire an emotional journey. No dance experience needed. Dancing is followed
- [Marblehead Cruise-in](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-cruise-in/) - This monthly cruise-in at Riverhead Beach is a great place for car enthusiasts to come together and appreciate all makes and models. More info at mhdcruisein.com/.
- [Juneteenth celebration](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/juneteenth-celebration/) - Join the town of Marblehead and North Shore Juneteenth Association for a Juneteenth ceremony at Abbot Hall. There will be African drumming and storytelling, and Marblehead students will sing and share poetry.
- [Town-wide sidewalk sale](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/town-wide-sidewalk-sale/) - The Marblehead Chamber of Commerce is launching its town-wide sidewalk sale. Retailers along Atlantic Avenue, Pleasant Street and around the historic district will offer sales and discounts.
- [World Ocean Day](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/world-ocean-day/) - Due to weather conditions, Sustainable Marblehead rescheduled its World Ocean Day celebration. This harbor-side event will showcase green technologies and future plans for Marblehead Harbor from the 2023 Marblehead Harbor Plan. For 2023, Sustainable Marblehead partnered with Marblehead-based CW Hood Yachts to display the Hood 26E. This all-electric, high-speed New England center console exemplifies progress
- [Harbor Rotary two-day yard sale](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/harbor-rotary-two-day-yard-sale-2/) - Marblehead Harbor Rotary is pleased to announce the second annual Two-Day Yard Sale at 217 Humphrey St. Attendees can browse a wide variety of items, including jewelry, home decorative accessories, framed art, toys, sports equipment, gently used clothing, tools, books, small furniture pieces and more. Organizers say this yard sale provides an excellent opportunity to
- [Harbor Rotary two-day yard sale](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/harbor-rotary-two-day-yard-sale/) - Marblehead Harbor Rotary is pleased to announce the second annual Two-Day Yard Sale at 217 Humphrey St. Attendees can browse a wide variety of items, including jewelry, home decorative accessories, framed art, toys, sports equipment, gently used clothing, tools, books, small furniture pieces and more. Organizers say this yard sale provides an excellent opportunity to
- [Electronics recycling drive](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/electronics-recycling-drive/) - The Marblehead Public Charter School will hold an electronics recycling drive, providing an opportunity for the community to responsibly dispose of electronic items. For a comprehensive list of acceptable items and pricing details, bit.ly/45xLoOd
- [Dems delegate election](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/dems-delegate-election/) - Democrats will convene in person at the Village School cafeteria, 93 Village St., to elect 14 delegates and four alternates to represent Marblehead at the 2023 State Democratic Convention. Registered and pre-registered Democrats in Marblehead 16 years old by May 23 may vote and be elected as delegates or alternates during the caucus. Youth (age
- [Dads & Donuts pottery](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/dads-donuts-pottery/) - Join Hestia Creations on the first Saturday of each month for Dads & Donuts – an opportunity for kids and their dad or father figure to play in Hestia’s Paint Your Own Pottery studio. There will be complimentary donuts. Drop-ins are welcome or call 781-639-2727 to make a reservation.
- [Sacred mediumship demonstration](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/sacred-mediumship-demonstration/) - Certified psychic mediums Gurdeep Bhogal and Adrienne O’Keefe will lead an evening of psychic mediumship at The Yoga Loft. Bhogal and O’Keefe will “connect with you at a soul level, and with your companions and loved ones in the spirit realms,” according to the Yoga Loft. “Working with the highest intention in the sacred space
- [Wine and food tasting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/wine-and-food-tasting/) - Join Elia Taverna for its monthly wine & food tasting. There will be four wines with a three-course meal and live Greek music. Wine specialist Yannis will be there. Call 781-499-5006 to reserve a spot.
- [Pride party](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/pride-party/) - Celebrate LGBTQ+ pride in Marblehead at The Beacon, 123 Pleasant St. In the tradition of the “tea dance,” festivities will include a disco DJ, dancing, hors d’oeuvres and sweets. There will also be an opportunity to purchase pride flags, and guests are encouraged to dress in festive pride wear. Proceeds from this event will be
- [Cods, whales unveiled](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/cods-whales-unveiled/) - Join the Marblehead Festival of Arts Board and the artists behind this year’s Festival of Cod and Whales on the lawn at Abbot Hall for a launch party. Get the first look at these pieces and raise a glass to kick-off the online auction, which will be live through July 8 and raise funds to
- [Book donation drop-off](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/book-donation-drop-off-2/) - In preparation for its Saturday, June 10 book sale, the Friends of Abbot Public Library will be accepting donations of books and games in good condition on Friday, June 2 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to noon 1 at Abbot Public Library at Eveleth School. The Friends
- [Book donation drop-off](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/book-donation-drop-off/) - In preparation for its Saturday, June 10 book sale, the Friends of Abbot Public Library will be accepting donations of books and games in good condition at Abbot Public Library at Eveleth School. The Friends are unable to accept CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes or cassettes.
- [Last call for Civic Ballet bids](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/last-call-for-civic-ballet-bids/) - Bidding ends in the annual North Shore Civic Ballet online spring auction at biddingforgood.com/ballet. The auction's proceeds will provide aspiring dancers with the resources and training needed to study ballet and perform on the North Shore. The NSCB is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) dance company based at the Marblehead School of Ballet. Items up for bid
- [Civic Ballet online auction](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/civic-ballet-online-auction/) - Bidding begins in the annual North Shore Civic Ballet online spring auction at biddingforgood.com/ballet. Bidding will continue until 6 p.m. Friday, June 16. The auction's proceeds will provide aspiring dancers with the resources and training needed to study ballet and perform on the North Shore. The NSCB is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) dance company based at
- [‘The Fabelmans’ screening](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/the-fabelmans-screening/) - Steven Spielberg’s autobiographical film “The Fabelmans” will kick off the Abbot Public Library’s new premier midday movie matinee. As the series continues, the library will continue to screen a popular Academy Award-nominated movie in the library’s program room. Registration is required at tinyurl.com/APL-May-Movie-2023. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Abbot Public Library. For
- [Learn about healthy eating](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/learn-about-healthy-eating/) - Sam Lebicz, a functional nutrition therapy practitioner, will share a presentation in the program room at Abbot Public Library at Eveleth School and online via Zoom on how to create healthy eating habits in a world where knowing what to eat to feel your best can be very confusing. Lebicz invites you to learn how
- [Student mental health talk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/student-mental-health-talk/) - Unprecedented numbers of students are struggling with behavioral health needs; the numbers are rising as are the acuity of the symptoms. Dr. Nicholas Covino will visit Marblehead High School to discuss clinical and research findings regarding the impact of the pandemic on student mental health and the long-term effects expected over the next five years.
- [MHS art exhibit opening](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mhs-art-exhibit-opening/) - Opening reception for annual spring Marblehead High School art exhibit, which will run at Abbot Hall beginning May 22 through June 2. Click here for more information.
- [MHS Cultural Feast](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mhs-cultural-feast/) - Join Marblehead High School for its 2023 annual Cultural Feast event. There will be food, face painting, music, food trucks, performances and more fun.
- [Vietnamese cooking series](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/vietnamese-cooking-series/) - The owner of the Soall Vietnamese Bistro hosts the first evening in a cooking series, where Sa creates a four-course meal with her favorite dishes at the restaurant. Dishes will be paired with beverages that bring out the vibrant Vietnamese flavors. On the menu this evening: green papaya salad, salt and pepper spring roll, “five
- [Bob Dylan Poetry Salon](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/bob-dylan-poetry-salon/) - Love Bob Dylan? Join Salem State Professor Emerita Claire Keyes at the Abbot Library’s May Poetry Salon to discuss the singer/songwriter’s lyrics. Dylan won the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature “for having created new poetic expressions within the great American song tradition.” Come share your favorite songs.
- [Rock the Arts Night](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/rock-the-arts-night/) - Come support the Marblehead Friends of the Performing Arts on May 11, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and enjoy music by local band 5XFast, appetizers, desserts, cash bar, raffle, silent auction and beautiful views of the harbor from the deck of the Dolphin Yacht Club. Money raised will help support performing arts students in town.
- [JCC Jewish Film Festival: ‘Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jcc-jewish-film-festival-hallelujah-leonard-cohen-a-journey-a-song/) - The JCC of the North Shore is screening “Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song” on the closing night of its 10th annual Film Festival. The festival features movies from around the world with a Jewish connection. “Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song” is a feature-length documentary biographical film describing the story of singer/songwriter
- [JCC Jewish Film Festival: ‘Barren’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jcc-jewish-film-festival-barren/) - The JCC of the North Shore is screening “Barren” as part of its 10th annual Film Festival, with special guest speaker Beverly Nathan from Hadassah North Shore MA Chapter. The festival, which runs through May 24, features movies from around the world with a Jewish connection. In "Barren," a young and childless ultra-Orthodox couple faces
- [JCC Jewish Film Festival: ‘America’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jcc-jewish-film-festival-america/) - The JCC of the North Shore is screening “America” as part of its 10th annual Film Festival. The festival, which runs through May 24, features movies from around the world with a Jewish connection. "America" is a romantic drama film that follows Eli, a former champion swimmer from Israel, who is now living and giving
- [JCC Jewish Film Festival: 'Lost Transport'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jcc-jewish-film-festival-lost-transport/) - The JCC of the North Shore is screening “Lost Transport” as part of its 10th annual Film Festival. The festival, which runs through May 24, features movies from around the world with a Jewish connection. In the spring of 1945, at the end of World War II, a group of German soldiers abandons a deportation
- [JCC Jewish Film Festival: 'Our Story'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jcc-jewish-film-festival-our-story/) - The JCC of the North Shore is screening “Our Story” as part of its 10th annual Film Festival. The festival, which runs through May 24, features movies from around the world with a Jewish connection. Tal is an agent full of ambition, Ori is an insecure singer. To find out who they are, they will
- [JCC Jewish Film Festival: 'Farewell Mr. Haffman’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jcc-jewish-film-festival-farewell-mr-haffman/) - The JCC of the North Shore is screening “Farewell Mister Haffmann” as part of its 10th annual Film Festival. The festival, which runs through May 24, features movies from around the world with a Jewish connection. After the Nazi occupation of Paris (1942), a talented jeweler, Joseph Haffmann, arranges for his family to flee the
- [JCC Jewish Film Festival: 'Matchmaking'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jcc-jewish-film-festival-matchmaking/) - The JCC of the North Shore is screening “Matchmaking” as part of its 10th annual Film Festival. The festival, which runs through May 24, features movies from around the world with a Jewish connection. Endlessly witty, visually rapturous, and sweetly romantic, "Matchmaking" is a "Romeo and Juliet"-like saga of two young, eligible ultra-Orthodox singles looking
- [Pride flag raising ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/pride-flag-raising/) - The Marblehead Pride Flag Raising Committee has announced the 2023 Pride Raising Flag Ceremony to be held on the lawn at Abbot Hall, 188 Washington St. A rain date is scheduled for Saturday, June 10, at the same time. In its letter to the Select Board seeking approval for the flag raising, the committee expressed
- [Marblehead Garden Club plant sale ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-garden-club-plant-sale/) - The annual Marblehead Garden Club Plant Sale, the town’s oldest continuously running plant sale is back for its 92nd year! In the event of rain, the sale will take place on Sunday, May 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Admission to the event is free. The proceeds from the plant sale will be used
- [Talk on town's sailing legacy at COA](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/talk-on-towns-sailing-legacy-at-coa/) - Join Mike Michaud, fleet captain at the Boston Yacht Club, as he delves into the captivating history and importance of Marblehead's renowned sailing tradition. Discover the secrets behind this picturesque town's sailing legacy. The event is part of the Marblehead Council on Aging Speaker Series and will take place at the Marblehead Council On Aging.
- [Night two of Candidates Night](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/night-two-of-candidates-night/) - Given the large number of candidates and contested races, the Marblehead League of Women Voters will host two Candidates Nights on Tuesday, May 23 and Wednesday, May 24 in the library of Marblehead High School, 2 Humphrey St. The 2023 municipal election on Tuesday, June 20 will feature 27 candidates running across seven contested races.
- [Night one of Candidates Night](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/night-one-of-candidates-night/) - Given the large number of candidates and contested races, the Marblehead League of Women Voters will host two Candidates Nights on Tuesday, May 23 and Wednesday, May 24 in the library of Marblehead High School, 2 Humphrey St. The 2023 municipal election on Tuesday, June 20 will feature 27 candidates running across seven contested races.
- [Intro to town government talk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/intro-to-town-government-talk/) - In partnership with the Marblehead League of Women Voters, Abbot Public Library will present a series of lectures on Marblehead town government, providing the opportunity for town residents to learn about how individual departments work within the municipality and have their questions answered. This program will be offered in person and on Zoom. The first
- [Cottage Gardeners’ plant sale](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/cottage-gardeners-plant-sale/) - The annual plant sale hosted by The Cottage Gardeners of Marblehead and Swampscott in the parking lot of St. Stephen's Church will feature a variety of plants, including perennials, annuals, herbs, vegetable plants, container gardens, garden supplies/décor, and gardening books. Knowledgeable members will be available to answer any questions you have. Proceeds from the sale
- [Head to the Hill 5K](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/head-to-the-hill-5k/) - The Head to the Hill 5K, sponsored by Lynch-van Otterloo YMCA, supports YMCA Corner Stone, a program providing support to cancer patients, survivors and families. The event is part of Marblehead Road Race Series, which features four 5K road races between May 21 and Nov. 5 and offers participants the opportunity to compete, win prizes
- [MAA benefit Kentucky Derby Party](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/maa-benefit-kentucky-derby-party/) - The Marblehead Arts Association has an ambitious mission and says it needs your participation and support to achieve it. For this this gala fundraising event at Winburn Farm in Ipswich, don your Kentucky Derby attire, mingle with friends and enjoy tasty nibbles and an open bar. Mint julep, anyone? There will be live music and
- ['Anticipating Spring' artist reception](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/anticipating-spring-artist-reception/) - A new exhibit entitled "Anticipating Spring" will be on display at the Marblehead Natural Healing Center, 10 Spring St., through July 15, and there will be a reception with the artist on Sunday, May 7. The exhibit showcases the floral paintings of local artist Linda Lea Bertrand, a plein air painter who finds inspiration in
- [‘MarbleShred’ document disposal](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marbleshred-document-disposal/) - Marblehead Bank will hold its annual "MarbleShred" event, a free community shredding day for the public, at its 21 Atlantic Ave. office. According to the bank, attendees can bring a maximum of two standard or bankers-size boxes of documents. Please refrain from bringing cardboard, food waste, paper plates or paper towels. In conjunction with the
- [Jazz at Marblehead Arts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jazz-at-the-marblehead-arts/) - The Marblehead Arts Association and Gene Arnould are presenting a performance for their Jazz Concert Series. The Laszlo Gardony Trio will perform at the King Hooper Mansion. Laszlo Gardony, a jazz pianist and composer from Boston, will be joined by Yoron Israel on drums and John Lockwood on bass. Tickets can be purchased online or
- [St. Andrew’s rummage sale](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/st-andrews-rummage-sale/) - St. Andrew's Episcopal Church invites the community to its rummage sale on Saturday, May 13 from 8 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., followed by a Stuff-a-Bag event from noon to 1 p.m. The sale will take place at St. Andrew's Church, 135 Lafayette St. The venue is accessible to people with physical disabilities. Available items include
- [Skimming devices talk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/skimming-devices-talk/) - Abbot Public Library will host Robin Putnam from the state’s Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, who will present part of a monthly series on educating safe practices for consumers at the Eveleth School and online via Zoom. Putnam will discuss how to identify and protect yourself against skimming devices, which can lead to
- [Dems town finance discussion](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/dems-town-finance-discussion/) - Join the Marblehead Democratic Town Committee for an in-depth discussion of: Town finances, how we got here and how we move forward with an override. The continuing issues with the Marblehead Transfer Station and its future loss in revenue. Citizen Town Meeting warrant articles. Pre-register on the Democratic Town Committee website, marbleheaddems.org.
- [Youth entrepreneur fair](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/youth-entrepreneur-fair/) - The Marblehead Community Charter Public School's entrepreneur fair will feature student businesses offering homemade dog treats, soup kits, jewelry and sea glass pictures, among other booths. Young entrepreneurs between the ages of 8 and 16 who would like to sell their items can sign up at bit.ly/40O4n4a. Students from all over the North Shore are
- [Bird-watching walk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/bird-watching-walk/) - Mass Audubon is hosting a free bird-watching walk at Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary. Participants will learn about bird migration, breeding behavior and basic identification skills regardless of their skill levels. Although the event is free, registration is required at https://bit.ly/3Mnmtpy The event is made possible by the Marblehead Cultural Council.
- [Friends of the COA auction](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/friends-of-the-coa-auction/) - The Friends of the Marblehead Council on Aging will hold their annual auction fundraiser on Thursday, April 27 at the Landing Restaurant. The event supports COA services and programs for senior citizens not funded by town or state budgets. The Landing will donate a portion of proceeds from meals and drinks sold during the event.
- [Driftwood Garden Club plant sale](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/driftwood-garden-club-plant-sale/) - On Saturday, May 13, the Driftwood Garden Club will host its annual plant sale. The event offers a variety of perennials, annuals, ground covers and herbs, many sourced from local gardens. Members of the Driftwood Garden Club, an all-volunteer organization, will be available to answer questions and provide assistance in selecting plants. Proceeds from the
- [BYC, Rotary Club blood drive](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/byc-rotary-club-blood-drive/) - The Marblehead Rotary and Boston Yacht Club, in collaboration with the American Red Cross, will host a blood drive in the club's lobby and dining room. Community members are invited to donate blood. To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-793-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter "Marblehead." Donors can save up to 15 minutes by
- [Conservancy Earth Day event](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/conservancy-earth-day-event/) - Marblehead's Conservancy is calling on residents to celebrate Earth Day/Arbor Day by participating in an annual community effort to preserve and protect the town's open spaces. The event, co-sponsored by Gilbert & Cole, the Conservation Commission and the Recreation and Parks Department, will take place on Saturday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to noon in
- [Future of wild elephants talk, reception](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/future-of-wild-elephants-talk-reception/) - Kenyan wildlife conservationist Gini Cowell, manager of Elephant Aware Masai Mara, will be at the King Hooper Mansion to discuss the future of wild elephants and educating local communities on coexistence with wildlife. Elephant Aware Masai Mara funds education for Maasai girls. Cowell, from Kenya and educated in Nairobi, has traveled to raise awareness and
- [Improv at Little Theatre](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/improv-at-little-theatre/) - Silly Theatre Productions an Marblehead Little Theatre partner up once again for another evening of sidesplitting improv comedy in the Firehouse Theatre. MLT’s own IMPROV Adult Workshop graduates will open the show. Accidentally on Purpose is the hottest improv comedy troupe on the North Shore. The seasoned hilarious troupe’s comedy style is like that of
- [Spring Fair in Lee Mansion Garden](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/spring-fair-in-lee-mansion-garden-2/) - Presented in partnership between the Marblehead Museum and Discover Marblehead, the annual Spring Fair in the Lee Mansion Garden features local artisan vendors, lawn games, and more.
- [Lee Mansion ghost investigation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/lee-mansion-ghost-investigation-2/) - Join the team from Boston Paranormal Investigations on an authentic ghost hunt through the Jeremiah Lee Mansion. They'll show you the tools they use to investigate and talk with ghosts! Find out who may haunt one of Marblehead's most historic structures. Boston Paranormal has investigated some of the most interesting historic houses in Massachusetts, including
- [Classical concert at Lee Mansion](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/classical-concert-at-lee-mansion-2/) - Classical pianist Daniel Adam Maltz returns to the Lee Mansion to play the music of Mozart and Haydn on a copy of a 1784 Stein fortepiano. Maltz is a fortepianist based in Vienna, Austria. He specializes in the First Viennese School — Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert. Maltz studied historical performance at the Royal Academy
- [Classical concert at Lee Mansion](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/classical-concert-at-lee-mansion/) - Classical pianist Daniel Adam Maltz returns to the Lee Mansion, to play the music of Mozart and Haydn on a copy of a 1784 Stein fortepiano. Maltz is a fortepianist based in Vienna, Austria. He specializes in the First Viennese School — Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert. Maltz studied historical performance at the Royal Academy
- [Lee Mansion ghost investigation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/lee-mansion-ghost-investigation/) - Join the team from Boston Paranormal Investigations on an authentic ghost hunt through the Jeremiah Lee Mansion. They'll show you the tools they use to investigate and talk with ghosts! Find out who may haunt one of Marblehead's most historic structures. Boston Paranormal has investigated some of the most interesting historic houses in Massachusetts, including
- [Spring Fair in Lee Mansion Garden](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/spring-fair-in-lee-mansion-garden/) - Presented in partnership between the Marblehead Museum and Discover Marblehead, the annual Spring Fair in the Lee Mansion Garden features local artisan vendors, lawn games, and more.
- [Great Boston Fire talk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/great-boston-fire-talk/) - Anthony Sammarco will reveal the dramatic story of the Great Boston Fire of 1872, the biggest fire in New England history. In fifteen short hours, 776 buildings died in flame, while some of Boston's most cherished landmarks were saved by a combination of courage, ingenuity and incredible luck. This lecture is based on Anthony's new
- [Museum meeting, brick kitchen talk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/museum-meeting-brick-kitchen-talk/) - Join the Marblehead Museum for its annual meeting, where members of its board will update members on the year's business. Afterward, enjoy a talk with architectural historian Myron O. Stachiw, who will discuss his investigations of Jeremiah Lee's brick kitchen. The annual meeting is free, but registration is required. It can be viewed in-person or
- [Conversations on Race: student poetry](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/conversations-on-race-student-poetry/) - To celebrate National Poetry Nonth, the Marblehead Racial Justice Team has a special session planned for its next in a series of “Conversations on Race,” which will feature local students who will share their love of poetry. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from young people who will read their favorite poems and discuss
- [Women's History Walking Tour](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/womens-history-walking-tour/) - The Marblehead Museum's annual Women's History Walking Tour returns for its second year, with some brand new sites and stories! Join Associate Director Jarrett Zeman for a tour of downtown Marblehead focused on women's history from the 1860s to the 1920s. Discover the stories of courageous and enterprising women who helped end slavery, fought for
- [Learn to access library’s digital collections](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/learn-to-access-librarys-digital-collections/) - Have you heard about downloading and streaming books, audiobooks, movies, and music from the library? Learn the difference between the Libby and Hoopla apps, how to download them to your device, and how best to navigate their extensive collections in the program room at Abbot Public Library at Eveleth School. Attendees should bring their smart
- [Talk on horseshoe crabs](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/talk-on-horseshoe-crabs/) - As part of the 2023 Underwater in Salem Sound lecture series, Salem Sound Associate Director Alison Frye will discuss horseshoe crabs in the program room at Abbot Public Library and online via Zoom. Register to attend in person or on Zoom. Horseshoe crabs evolved almost 450 million years ago and are considered the “living fossils”
- [Smartphone photo class](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/smartphone-photo-class/) - Do you have a bunch of photos on your phone that you're not sure what to do with? Learn how to take photographs and video with your smartphone or tablet in an interactive class with photographer and videographer Bob Michelson in the program room at Abbot Public Library at Eveleth School. Participants will learn how
- [League of Women Voters’ Warrant Night](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/league-of-women-voters-warrant-night/) - The public is invited to attend the League of Women Voters’ Warrant Night in the Marblehead High School library. Sponsors of citizens’ articles (Articles 44-54) on the Town Meeting warrant have been invited to briefly present each article, followed by a short opportunity for questions. League member Sue Harris will moderate the program. Doors open
- [‘Legally Blonde’ fundraiser](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/legally-blonde-fundraiser/) - The Warwick Cinema will be hosting a “Legally Blonde” fundraiser to benefit the Friends of the Performing Arts and Marblehead High School’s spring musical. The Reese Witherspoon classic film will be screened, and members of the Marblehead High School cast will be there with a "pink carpet." Tickets are available online. A portion of the
- ['Earth in Bloom' exhibit opening](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/earth-in-bloom-exhibit-opening/) - Marblehead businesses Creative Spirit and MacRae’s Sustainable Goods will hold a public reception to celebrate the opening of their next collaborative art exhibit, “Earth in Bloom." “Earth in Bloom” features artists of all ages, backgrounds and experience who will be showing and selling their work. This is the first exhibit in a series that will
- [Town Meeting preview at COA](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/town-meeting-preview-at-coa/) - The Marblehead Speaker Series will host a preview of the 2023 Town Meeting. Admission is free, but attendees are encouraged to sign up to save a seat. Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer and Town Moderator Jack Attridge will present an overview of the annual Town Meeting scheduled for May 1. The meeting's warrant will include a
- [Next ‘Conversation on Race’](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/next-conversation-on-race/) - The Marblehead Racial Justice Team will host its next “Conversations on Race” event. This month’s program is entitled “Black Mothers and Babies of Color at Risk: It’s Not Due to Economics.” The session will explore how the country’s healthcare system is failing women and their babies at an alarming rate and disproportionately so for women
- [Democrats' panel on housing  ](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/democrats-panel-on-housing/) - The Marblehead Democratic Town Committee is hosting a Zoom panel discussion on housing in Marblehead. A diverse panel of state and town officials will be participating, including Executive Director of Marblehead and Salem housing authorities Cathy Hoog, Marblehead Select Board member Erin Noonan, Town Planner Becky Curran, Planning Board member Robert Schaeffner and state Rep.
- [MLT presents 'Plaza Suite'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mlt-presents-plaza-suite-8/) - The real-life husband-and-wife team of Gary and Stanis Ames will portray three different couples — Sam and Karen Nash, Jesse Kiplinger and Muriel Tate, and Roy and Norma Hubley — as the Marblehead Little Theatre presents Neil Simon's “Plaza Suite.” “Plaza Suite” features three couples who occupy a suite at the Plaza Hotel in New
- [MLT presents 'Plaza Suite'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mlt-presents-plaza-suite-7/) - The real-life husband-and-wife team of Gary and Stanis Ames will portray three different couples — Sam and Karen Nash, Jesse Kiplinger and Muriel Tate, and Roy and Norma Hubley — as the Marblehead Little Theatre presents Neil Simon's “Plaza Suite.” “Plaza Suite” features three couples who occupy a suite at the Plaza Hotel in New
- [MLT presents 'Plaza Suite'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mlt-presents-plaza-suite-6/) - The real-life husband-and-wife team of Gary and Stanis Ames will portray three different couples — Sam and Karen Nash, Jesse Kiplinger and Muriel Tate, and Roy and Norma Hubley — as the Marblehead Little Theatre presents Neil Simon's “Plaza Suite.” “Plaza Suite” features three couples who occupy a suite at the Plaza Hotel in New
- [MLT presents 'Plaza Suite'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mlt-presents-plaza-suite-5/) - The real-life husband-and-wife team of Gary and Stanis Ames will portray three different couples — Sam and Karen Nash, Jesse Kiplinger and Muriel Tate, and Roy and Norma Hubley — as the Marblehead Little Theatre presents Neil Simon's “Plaza Suite.” “Plaza Suite” features three couples who occupy a suite at the Plaza Hotel in New
- [MLT presents 'Plaza Suite'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mlt-presents-plaza-suite-4/) - The real-life husband-and-wife team of Gary and Stanis Ames will portray three different couples — Sam and Karen Nash, Jesse Kiplinger and Muriel Tate, and Roy and Norma Hubley — as the Marblehead Little Theatre presents Neil Simon's “Plaza Suite.” “Plaza Suite” features three couples who occupy a suite at the Plaza Hotel in New
- [MLT presents 'Plaza Suite'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mlt-presents-plaza-suite-3/) - The real-life husband-and-wife team of Gary and Stanis Ames will portray three different couples — Sam and Karen Nash, Jesse Kiplinger and Muriel Tate, and Roy and Norma Hubley — as the Marblehead Little Theatre presents Neil Simon's “Plaza Suite.” “Plaza Suite” features three couples who occupy a suite at the Plaza Hotel in New
- [MLT presents 'Plaza Suite'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mlt-presents-plaza-suite-2/) - The real-life husband-and-wife team of Gary and Stanis Ames will portray three different couples — Sam and Karen Nash, Jesse Kiplinger and Muriel Tate, and Roy and Norma Hubley — as the Marblehead Little Theatre presents Neil Simon's “Plaza Suite.” “Plaza Suite” features three couples who occupy a suite at the Plaza Hotel in New
- [MLT presents 'Plaza Suite'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mlt-presents-plaza-suite/) - The real-life husband-and-wife team of Gary and Stanis Ames will portray three different couples — Sam and Karen Nash, Jesse Kiplinger and Muriel Tate, and Roy and Norma Hubley — as the Marblehead Little Theatre presents Neil Simon's “Plaza Suite.” “Plaza Suite” features three couples who occupy a suite at the Plaza Hotel in New
- [Mothers’ Co-op’s Pop-Up Shops](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mothers-co-ops-pop-up-shops/) - The Marblehead Mothers’ Co-op’s annual Pop-Up Shops event will return to Boston Yacht Club. The event will feature over 20 vendors, with proceeds going to Friends of the Marblehead Public Schools, a community-based nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the quality of public education. The Pop-Up Shops draws hundreds of guests each year from greater Boston and
- [Pop-Up Shops champagne reception](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/pop-up-shops-champagne-reception/) - The Marblehead Mothers’ Co-op’s annual Pop-Up Shops event will return to Boston Yacht Club. The event will feature over 20 vendors, with proceeds going to Friends of the Marblehead Public Schools, a community-based nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the quality of public education. The Pop-Up Shops draws hundreds of guests each year from greater Boston and
- ['Wild Women of Boston' talk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/wild-women-of-boston-talk/) - Author Dina Vargo will discuss her book, “Wild Women of Boston: Mettle and Moxie in the Hub.” Vargo will reveal how an audacious and determined group of reformers, socialites, criminals and madams made Boston what it is today, from the colonial period to the present.
- [Stuffed elephant show reception](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/stuffed-elephant-show-reception/) - A colorful show of stuffed cotton elephants created by Nancy Diaz is on display during February at the Stetson Gallery in the Unitarian Universalist Universalist Church of Marblehead at 28 Mugford St. Diaz is also displaying stuffed teddy bears she has made as prototypes for puppets to accompany a friend’s book about the relationship between
- ['Spirit Night' Museum benefit](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/spirit-night-museum-benefit/) - Want an escape from the cold winter evenings? Join Marblehead Museum for Spirit Night, a brand new fundraising event. Attendees can start with a glass of bubbly and then enjoy a guided tasting of some of the finest bourbons paired with exquisite appetizers. The event will include dessert and lively music by Jim Moriatry. Learn
- [Lee Mansion dig results revealed](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/lee-mansion-dig-results-revealed/) - Christa Baranek of the Fiske Center for Archaeological Research will reveal the results of last summer’s dig at the Jeremiah Lee Mansion. Baranek will shed light on long-standing questions about Jeremiah Lee, his property and 18th-century culture, and she will discuss the mysteries her team are still investigating as they prepare for their next season
- [Big reveal: Festival of Arts 2023 logo](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/big-reveal-festival-of-arts-2023-logo/) - The community is invited to the Marblehead Festival of Arts' annual Logo Premiere Party, where the creators of the three finalist designs will be celebrated, and 2023 logo winner will be revealed. Join Festival volunteers for the festivities and logo reveal beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at The Landing Restaurant, 81 Front
- ['Once Upon a Time' storytelling through music](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/once-upon-a-time-storytelling-through-music/) - Marblehead Little Theatre, in conjunction with Hello Friends Productions, is excited to bring "Once Upon a Time" to its stage just in time for Valentine's Day, one night only. Hello Friends Productions and its talented group of performers plan to present a great night of music and storytelling through music. Featuring incredible voices from all
- [Talk on Shoebert the seal's 'shenanigans'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/talk-on-shoebert-the-seals-shenanigans/) - As part of the 2023 “Underwater in Salem Sound” lecture series, Ainsley Smith, marine mammal stranding coordinator for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Fisheries Division, will share her firsthand recap of the gray seal Shoebert and his adventures in Beverly last fall in a hybrid presentation. To attend in person, register at tinyurl.com/Feb-2023-SSCW-In-Person. To
- [Squeezebox Stompers close Me&Thee season](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/squeezebox-stompers-close-methee-season/) - The Squeezebox Stompers return to the Me&Thee to close its season with a CD release “Mardi Gras in June” concert and dance. Performing high-energy Cajun, Zydeco, blues, folk and originals, the Stompers always get folks up and moving with their engaging step-lively up-beat music, according to the Me&Thee. Their instrumentation includes accordion, keyboards, fiddle, saxophone,
- [Gorka returns to Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/gorka-returns-to-methee/) - Organizers said they are so happy to welcome John Gorka back to the Me&Thee, where he has played to packed houses for years. Gorka is a world-renowned singer-songwriter who got his start at a neighborhood coffeehouse in eastern Pennsylvania — Godfrey Daniels.
- [Canadian-American songwriter Kilgour at Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/canadian-american-songwriter-kilgour-at-methee/) - Rachael Kilgour is a Canadian-American songwriter and performing artist whose plain-spoken, lyric-driven work and intimate performances have endeared her to listeners and fellow artists alike. The 2015 grand-prize winner of the international NewSong Music Performance & Songwriting Competition and winner of the 2017 Kerrville New Folk Contest, Kilgour has been featured at NYC’s Lincoln Center,
- [Sister act The Nields at Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/sister-act-the-nields-at-methee/) - The Nields — sisters Nerissa and Katryna — have been making music professionally since 1991. With 20 CDs, major and independent record and publishing deals, performances with The Band, James Taylor, Dan Zanes, 10,000 Maniacs and the Indigo Girls, they have lived the rock 'n' roll life.
- [Musical humorist White at Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/musical-humorist-white-at-methee/) - Don White’s North Shore Birthday Show will be an exciting evening with special guests and lots of mischief, according to the Me&Thee. White returns to the Me&Thee for the first time since the venue's forced “pandemic pause.” "And do we need his humor right now!"
- [Hayley's Homecoming at Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/hayleys-homecoming-at-methee/) - The Me&Thee welcomes back Hayley Reardon, who first played at the Me&Thee when she was attending Marblehead High School. Her concert scheduled for March 2020 was abruptly cancelled as the pandemic roared. Welcome her back to Marblehead, fresh from her latest tour in Spain.
- [Conversation on Race: Community Storytelling](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/conversation-on-race-community-storytelling/) - Join Lynn Museum/LynnArts Executive Director Doneeca Thurston, board member Iris Kimber and Lynn resident Tara Agaba for a discussion on the importance of showcasing diverse stories in the Lynn community. Hear about the process behind their exhibition "Untold Stories: A History of Black People in Lynn," which explored the history of Black people in Lynn
- [Me&Thee hosts Teresa Ines Quintet](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/methee-hosts-teresa-ines-quintet/) - Me&Thee Music kicks off its winter season with the Teresa Ines Quintet and the warm sounds of Brazilian jazz and bossa nova. Ines has performed to sold out houses at the world-famous Zinc Bar in New York City, the Regattabar and Ryles in Cambridge as well as in concert halls across Europe, South America and
- [Little Theatre presents 'Party?'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/little-theatre-presents-party-7/) - “Party?” has been called “A Doll’s House meets Neil Simon” because it deals with the ups and downs of marriage in three generations, all with witty flair. In “Party?” we spend an evening with a New York City family in comic turmoil. Felix and Esther show the wisdom resulting from a long-lasting marriage, Aaron and
- [Little Theatre presents 'Party?'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/little-theatre-presents-party-6/) - “Party?” has been called “A Doll’s House meets Neil Simon” because it deals with the ups and downs of marriage in three generations, all with witty flair. In “Party?” we spend an evening with a New York City family in comic turmoil. Felix and Esther show the wisdom resulting from a long-lasting marriage, Aaron and
- [Little Theatre presents 'Party?'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/little-theatre-presents-party-5/) - “Party?” has been called “A Doll’s House meets Neil Simon” because it deals with the ups and downs of marriage in three generations, all with witty flair. In “Party?” we spend an evening with a New York City family in comic turmoil. Felix and Esther show the wisdom resulting from a long-lasting marriage, Aaron and
- [Little Theatre presents 'Party?'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/little-theatre-presents-party-4/) - “Party?” has been called “A Doll’s House meets Neil Simon” because it deals with the ups and downs of marriage in three generations, all with witty flair. In “Party?” we spend an evening with a New York City family in comic turmoil. Felix and Esther show the wisdom resulting from a long-lasting marriage, Aaron and
- [Little Theatre presents 'Party?'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/little-theatre-presents-party-3/) - “Party?” has been called “A Doll’s House meets Neil Simon” because it deals with the ups and downs of marriage in three generations, all with witty flair. In “Party?” we spend an evening with a New York City family in comic turmoil. Felix and Esther show the wisdom resulting from a long-lasting marriage, Aaron and
- [Little Theatre presents 'Party?'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/little-theatre-presents-party-2/) - “Party?” has been called “A Doll’s House meets Neil Simon” because it deals with the ups and downs of marriage in three generations, all with witty flair. In “Party?” we spend an evening with a New York City family in comic turmoil. Felix and Esther show the wisdom resulting from a long-lasting marriage, Aaron and
- [Little Theatre presents 'Party?'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/little-theatre-presents-party/) - “Party?” has been called “A Doll’s House meets Neil Simon” because it deals with the ups and downs of marriage in three generations, all with witty flair. In “Party?” we spend an evening with a New York City family in comic turmoil. Felix and Esther show the wisdom resulting from a long-lasting marriage, Aaron and
- [Pleon Parent Info Night](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/pleon-parent-info-night/) - Pleon Yacht Club's mission is to involve young people (ages 8 and up) in the sport of sailing through a fun, educational atmosphere and keep them involved and growing on a personal level for many years. This will be a Zoom info session for parents interested in the summer 2023 program.
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-10/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-9/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-8/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-7/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-6/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-5/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-4/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-3/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others-2/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [Tax Counseling for Elderly, Others](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/tax-counseling-for-elderly-others/) - The Abbot Library will host the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program on Mondays starting Feb. 6 through April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations for this program will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, during regular library hours. To reserve a spot, please call the Reference Desk at 781-631-1481. Please be aware that
- [3D Printing for Grades 5-6](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/3d-printing-for-grades-5-6-2/) - Children in grades 5-6 are invited to learn to code and laser print objects using 3D technology. Registration is required-please. Call the Children’s Room at (781) 631-1481. This program is supported by the Oliver P. Killam Jr. Fund.
- [3D Printing for Grades 5-6](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/3d-printing-for-grades-5-6/) - Children in grades 5-6 are invited to learn to code and laser print objects using 3D technology. Registration is required-please. Call the Children’s Room at (781) 631-1481. This program is supported by the Oliver P. Killam Jr. Fund.
- [Music with Dara](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/music-with-dara/) - Join Dara for a monthly musical program you can enjoy in person! With keyboard and other engaging visual props, Dara incorporates old favorites and new songs, finger plays, rhythmic activities, creative movement, and instrumental playing. This program is for kids ages 2-5 years old. Registration is required. Call the Children’s Room at (781) 631-1481. This
- [Moving and Grooving Playgroup](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/moving-and-grooving-playgroup/) - CFCE of the North Shore sponsors this fun, interactive program for preschool children and their caregivers, live and in person! Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, and language in overall literacy. It helps the body and mind work together. Music also helps with fine motor
- [Make-it, Take-it Craft](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/make-it-take-it-craft-2/) - Children can come to the Children’s Room at Abbot Public Library after school between 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. and make a craft to take home.
- [Make-it, Take-it Craft](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/make-it-take-it-craft/) - Children can come to the Children’s Room at Abbot Public Library after school between 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. and make a craft to take home.
- [Chess Players Meet-Up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/chess-players-meet-up-2/) - Chess students are invited to play with each other using chess clocks after school on Wednesdays. Boards, pieces, and clocks will be provided, but not instructions. Children who already know the game and some moves may play against each other. Competing pairs have a one-half hour to play. Caregivers are invited. Registration is required -
- [Chess Players Meet-Up](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/chess-players-meet-up/) - Chess students are invited to play with each other using chess clocks after school on Wednesdays. Boards, pieces, and clocks will be provided, but not instructions. Children who already know the game and some moves may play against each other. Competing pairs have a one-half hour to play. Caregivers are invited. Registration is required -
- [Job Readiness Tips for Teens](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/job-readiness-tips-for-teens/) - Searching for a job can feel overwhelming, writing a resume can get frustrating, and the idea of an interview can get stressful. In this Teen Info Session, get tips on preparing yourself (and your resume) for entering the workforce. No registration is required. This program is for teens ages 15-18.
- [New Mystery Book Group forming](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mystery-book-group/) - Abbot Public Library will host an introductory session for its upcoming Mystery Book Group. Stop by and meet Adult Services Librarian Rachael Meneades to discuss if you are interested in joining and what you would like to read. This group will meet on the last Tuesday of every month and is open to adults.
- [Community Craft & Chat](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/community-craft-chat/) - Are you an adult who loves crocheting, knitting, embroidery, or other contained fiber crafts? Come to Community Craft & Chat! Bring your project to the Abbot Public Library Program Room. This program is for adults. Registration is recommended — register at tinyurl.com/Jan-2023-Craft-and-Chat.
- [Open Lab Tech Help](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/open-lab-tech-help-2/) - Do you have a question about your computer, smartphone, or tech gadget? Do you want time to practice where someone can help if you get stuck? Every Monday, join an Abbot Public Library staff member for one-on-one help with your device. For attendees who are unable to transport their device, there will be Windows laptops
- [Open Lab Tech Help](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/open-lab-tech-help/) - Do you have a question about your computer, smartphone, or tech gadget? Do you want time to practice where someone can help if you get stuck? Every Monday, join an Abbot Public Library staff member for one-on-one help with your device. For attendees who are unable to transport their device, there will be Windows laptops
- [Courageous Aging Support Group](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/courageous-aging-support-group-2/) - Are you getting older and need a place to process what really matters to you, who matters to you, what has given you purpose and meaning in life, what you feel good about having accomplished, what you feel grateful for, what you regret, what you feel passionate about, and what you would you like to
- [Courageous Aging Support Group](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/courageous-aging-support-group/) - Are you getting older and need a place to process what really matters to you, who matters to you, what has given you purpose and meaning in life, what you feel good about having accomplished, what you feel grateful for, what you regret, what you feel passionate about, and what you would you like to
- ['Underwater in Salem Sound' talk on building resilience](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/underwater-in-salem-sound-talk-on-building-resilience-2/) - Barbara Warren, executive director of the environmental nonprofit Salem Sound Coastwatch, will kick off a new year of the series “Underwater In Salem Sound” with a talk on ongoing efforts to build resilience in local communities, both in the program room at Abbot Library and online via Zoom.
- [‘Underwater in Salem Sound’ talk on building resilience](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/underwater-in-salem-sound-talk-on-building-resilience/) - Barbara Warren, executive director of the environmental nonprofit Salem Sound Coastwatch, will kick off a new year of the series “Underwater In Salem Sound” with a talk on ongoing efforts to build resilience in local communities on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m., both in the program room at Abbot Library and online via Zoom.
- [Salon on poetry of Pablo Neruda](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/salon-on-poetry-of-pablo-neruda/) - The Poetry Salon will convene at the Abbot Public Library to explore the poetry of Pablo Neruda, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1971. Poetry packets are available near the library’s main desk or online at tinyurl.com/Jan-2023-Poems. Born in southern Chile in 1904, Pablo Neruda led a life charged with poetic and political activity.
- [Organist performing Ukrainian works](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/organist-performing-ukrainian-works/) - Gail Archer will perform a program featuring the works of Ukrainian composers as part of St. Michael's Episcopal Church's Organ Recital Series. Archer is an international concert organist, recording artist, choral conductor and lecturer who draws attention to composer anniversaries or musical themes with her annual recital series.
- [Temple Sinai ‘Getting Older’ workshops](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/temple-sinai-getting-older-workshops/) - Rabbi Laura Geller, co-author of “Getting Good at Getting Older” — a pragmatic, playful, and wise book about how to embrace and navigate the later years of life — will be leading a weekend of workshops at Temple Sinai in Marblehead, beginning Friday, Jan. 20. The topics will be “Getting Good at Getting Older –
- [Sustainable Marblehead talk with local authors](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/sustainable-marblehead-talk-with-local-authors/) - Join Sustainable Marblehead for a discussion on fiction, memoir and how storytelling can inspire climate action with two local writers: Marblehead author and National Book Award winner Julia Glass, whose latest novel "Vigil Harbor” came out last spring, and West Gloucester artist and author Patricia Hanlon, whose memoir "Swimming to the Top of the Tide,"
- [Zoom lecture on vaccination drama](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/zoom-lecture-on-vaccination-drama/) - The Marblehead Museum will host Andrew Wehrman, an associate professor of history at Central Michigan University, for a Zoom lecture on the heated history of smallpox vaccinations during the Revolutionary War. Wehrman will discuss his new book, "The Contagion of Liberty," which features the story of Marblehead sailors burning down an expensive private hospital on
- [Jean Fogle artist reception](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jean-fogle-artist-reception/) - Local artist Jean Fogle is showcasing a collection of new black-and-white, mixed-media works at Stetson Hall in the Unitarian Church in Marblehead from Jan. 12 through Feb. 10. The exhibit features a diverse array of pieces, including paintings, drawings, collages and ceramics. The public is invited to an artist reception on Sunday, Jan. 29 at
- [Old North Festival Chorus Christmas Concert](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/old-north-festival-chorus-christmas-concert/) - Highlights of the 42nd annual Old North Festival Chorus Christmas Concerts — presented each year as part of Marblehead’s Christmas Walk — will include: “Missa in Angustiis (Lord Nelson Mass)” by Franz Joseph Haydn; “A Musicological Journey Through the Twelve Days of Christmas,” by Craig Courtney; and arrangements of seasonal music for chorus and orchestra
- [Old North Festival Chorus Christmas Chorus](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/old-north-festival-chorus-christmas-chorus/) - Highlights of the 42nd annual Old North Festival Chorus Christmas Concerts — presented each year as part of Marblehead’s Christmas Walk — will include: “Missa in Angustiis (Lord Nelson Mass)” by Franz Joseph Haydn; “A Musicological Journey Through the Twelve Days of Christmas,” by Craig Courtney; and arrangements of seasonal music for chorus and orchestra
- [Follen Angels: Songs of Sinatra](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/follen-angels-songs-of-sinatra/) - International cabaret and jazz recording artists The Follen Angels will joyfully return to Marblehead Little Theater with what they say are hip, new arrangements to celebrate music with lyrics that tell stories of Frank Sinatra and friends. The Follen Angels will bring their unique styling to such tunes as, “I’ve Got You Under My Skin”,
- [MDTC hosts Yvonne Abraham, Alison King](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mdtc-hosts-yvonne-abraham-alison-king/) - The Marblehead Democratic Town Committee will present Boston Globe columnist Yvonne Abraham and Alison King, political reporter for NBC10 Boston, at its monthly meeting. Both journalists have covered the local and national political scenes for over two decades. Attend in person or via Zoom. Hear what they have to say and ask the burning questions
- [Library Poetry Salon: Seamus Heaney](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/library-poetry-salon-seamus-heaney/) - As the Poetry Salon at Abbot Public Library begins a new season, the November poet will be Seamus Heaney, winner of many awards, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1995. Heaney was an Irish poet, playwright and translator, described by Robert Lowell as “the most important Irish poet since Yeats.”
- ['Learn How to Save Energy, Save Money, and Help to Protect the Planet This Winter'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/learn-how-to-save-energy-save-money-and-help-to-protect-the-planet-this-winter/) - As winter approaches, please join Sustainable Marblehead and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Marblehead on Sunday, Nov. 13, at 3 p.m. for a Meetinghouse Series program on ways to save energy and reduce your home energy costs. This will be conducted both in person at the Unitarian Church at 28 Mugford St. and on Zoom
- [Rotary Club of Marblehead Harbor to unveil Holiday Pops painting](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/rotary-club-of-marblehead-harbor-to-unveil-holiday-pops-painting/) - Holly Aloha Jaynes will present the painting she has created for the Rotary Club of Marblehead Harbor’s Holiday Pops concert at a reception in her honor on Sunday, Nov. 6, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 28 Mugford St, . The reception is free and open to the public. Guests are invited
- [Mapping Marblehead – in the 20th Century](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mapping-marblehead-in-the-20th-century-3/) - This weekend is your last chance to see the Marblehead Historical Commission’s Old Town House exhibit: Mapping Marblehead – in the 20th Century. The exhibit will close on Sunday, Oct. 16. Remaining exhibit hours are: Friday, Oct. 14, 1pm – 4 pm Sat., Oct. 15, 10am – 4pm Sun. Oct. 16, 1pm – 4pm This
- [Mapping Marblehead – in the 20th Century](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mapping-marblehead-in-the-20th-century-2/) - This weekend is your last chance to see the Marblehead Historical Commission’s Old Town House exhibit: Mapping Marblehead – in the 20th Century. The exhibit will close on Sunday, Oct. 16. Remaining exhibit hours are: Friday, Oct. 14, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Sat., Oct. 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sun. Oct. 16, 1
- [Mapping Marblehead – in the 20th Century](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/mapping-marblehead-in-the-20th-century/) - This weekend is your last chance to see the Marblehead Historical Commission’s Old Town House exhibit: Mapping Marblehead – in the 20th Century. The exhibit will close on Sunday, Oct. 16. Remaining exhibit hours are: Friday, Oct. 14, 1pm – 4 pm Sat., Oct. 15, 10am – 4pm Sun. Oct. 16, 1pm – 4pm This
- [North Shore Civic Ballet annual online holiday auction opens](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/north-shore-civic-ballet-annual-online-holiday-auction-opens/) - The nonprofit North Shore Civic Ballet dance company, which is celebrating its 48th season, invites the public to help train the next generation of dancers and artists on the North Shore by supporting its annual online holiday auction. The auction’s proceeds support scholarships, new choreography, costuming, special educational projects, and other required dance equipment and resources.
- [MAA Centennial Masquerade: The Roaring 1920s](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/maa-centennial-masquerade-the-roaring-1920s/) - Prohibitively good drinks and 1920’s canapes amidst a show of flappers, jazz, and historic vignettes in the Hooper Speakeasy. Skip the hooch, take a Chance, and help build the Marblehead Arts Association's "Community Chest," as it builds new outward-facing arts programming.
- [Jewish Book Month at JCC: Mark Arsenault, author of "The Imposter’s War"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jewish-book-month-at-jcc-mark-arsenault-author-of-the-imposters-war/) - Mark Arsenault's "The Imposter’s War" is the shock­ing his­to­ry of the espi­onage and infil­tra­tion of Amer­i­can media dur­ing WWI and a riv­et­ing nar­ra­tive of the courageous newsman who changed the course of history by exposing it. In the lead-up to America’s entry into World War I, Ger­many spent the mod­ern equiv­a­lent of $1 bil­lion to
- [Jewish Book Month at JCC: "Metropolis" author B.A. Shapiro](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jewish-book-month-at-jcc-metropolis-author-b-a-shapiro/) - "Metropolis" is a mas­ter­ful nov­el of psy­cho­log­i­cal sus­pense from B.A. Shapiro, New York Times best­selling author of "The Art Forg­er." It fol­lows a cast of unfor­get­table char­ac­ters whose lives inter­sect when a har­row­ing acci­dent occurs at the Metrop­o­lis Stor­age Ware­house in Cam­bridge. B.A. Shapiro’s "Metropolis" introduces us to a cast of intriguing characters: Serge is
- [Jewish Book Month at JCC: Chef, "The Simchah Cookbook" author Avi Shemtov](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jewish-book-month-at-jcc-chef-the-simchah-cookbook-author-avi-shemtov/) - In Hebrew, "simcha" means “joy and celebration,” and Chef Avi Shemtov’s food has been filling diners with these delicious emotions for several years at his restaurant Simcha, located in Sharon, Massachusetts. Now, with "The Simcha Cookbook," you can recreate the delectable dishes that honor the traditions of Shemtov’s Turkish-Israeli roots, with contemporary flavor-forward twists: Yemenite
- [Jewish Book Month at JCC: Weina Dai Randel, author of "The Last Rose of Shanghai"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jewish-book-month-at-jcc-weina-dai-randel-author-of-the-last-rose-of-shanghai/) - In Weina Dai Randel's "The Last Rose of Shang­hai," Aiyi Shao, a young heiress and the own­er of a for­mer­ly pop­u­lar and glam­orous Shang­hai night­club, and Ernest Reis­mann, a pen­ni­less Jew­ish refugee dri­ven out of Ger­many, are drawn togeth­er by fate and the free­dom of music in Japan­ese-occu­pied Shang­hai. When Aiyi hires Ernest to play
- [Jewish Book Month: 'Coco at the Ritz' author Gioia Diliberto](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jewish-book-month-coco-at-the-ritz-author-gioia-diliberto/) - One morn­ing in late August 1944, as World War II draws to a close, Coco Chanel is arrest­ed in her suite at the Ritz Hotel in Paris on charges of trea­son to France, stem­ming from her romance with a Nazi spy. Her two-hour inter­ro­ga­tion at the Pre­fec­ture of Police offers a grip­ping bat­tle of wits
- [Jewish Book Month at JCC: "Rebels at Sea" author Eric Jay Dolin](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jewish-book-month-at-jcc-rebels-at-sea-author-eric-jay-dolin/) - In "Rebels at Sea," best-selling historian and author, Eric Jay Dolin, contends that privateers, though often seen as profiteers at best and pirates at worst, were in fact critical to the American Revolution’s outcome. Armed with cannons, swivel guns, muskets, and pikes―as well as government documents granting them the right to seize enemy ships―thousands of
- [Jewish Book Month at JCC: "60 Minutes" producer Ira Rosen](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jewish-book-month-at-jcc-60-minutes-producer-ira-rosen/) - In his shocking tell-tale "Ticking Clock," two-time Peabody Award-win­ning writer and pro­duc­er Ira Rosen reveals the inti­mate, untold sto­ries of his decades at Amer­i­ca’s most icon­ic news show. When he walked into the "60 Min­utes" offices in June 1980, Rosen knew he was about to enter tele­vi­sion his­to­ry. His career cat­a­pult­ed him to the heights
- [Jewish Book Month at JCC: "Shanda" author Letty Cottin Pogrebin](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/jewish-book-month-at-jcc-shanda-author-letty-cottin-pogrebin/) - "Shan­da" ("shame" or "dis­grace" in Yid­dish), tells the sto­ry of three gen­er­a­tions of 20th-cen­tu­ry Jews for whom the desire to fit in and the fear of pub­lic humil­i­a­tion either drove their aspi­ra­tions or crushed their spir­it. In her deeply engag­ing, aston­ish­ing­ly can­did mem­oir, author and activist Let­ty Cot­tin Pogre­bin expos­es the fiercely guarded lies and
- [Henry Dembowski celebration of life](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/henry-dembowski-celebration-of-life/) - Salem State University will host a celebration of life for Henry Dembowski, a proud member of the Class of 1960 who went on to become a beloved educator and theater director. The Dembowski family invites you to join them in honoring Henry's extraordinary life through song, performance and sharing memories. Immediately following the program, refreshments
- [Miles for Mary brain cancer research seminar](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/miles-for-mary-brain-cancer-research-seminar/) - The 2022 Miles for Mary Research Seminar benefits brain cancer research at the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center. Dr. Elizabeth Gerstner, neuro-oncologist at the Mass General Cancer Center, will explain recent developments in treatment of brain tumors, especially glioblastoma. Massachusetts General Hospital, as part of the Dana-Farber Harvard Cancer Center, has been selected as one
- [Miles for Mary walk and run](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/miles-for-mary-walk-and-run/) - The annual Miles for Mary 5K walk and run, now in its 10th year, has raised over $500,000 and counting toward the brain-cancer research of neuro-oncologist Dr. Elizabeth Gerstner, who works at the Mass General Cancer Center. She studies innovative treatments for brain tumors, with emphasis on glioblastoma. The event honors Marblehead resident Mary Park,
- ['Paw Print Ornament' animal shelter fundraiser](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/paw-print-ornament-animal-shelter-fundraiser/) - Hestia Creations will host its first “Paw Print Ornament” event to benefit the Marblehead Animal Shelter. You can purchase a “paw print” kit that includes paint, a flat 4-inch disk and instructions. You can take the kit home (or to Hestia’s parking lot) to get your pet’s paw print, then return the disk to Hestia
- ['Paw Print Ornament' animal shelter benefit](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/paw-print-ornament-animal-shelter-benefit/) - Hestia Creations will host its first “Paw Print Ornament” event to benefit the Marblehead Animal Shelter. You can purchase a “paw print” kit that includes paint, a flat 4-inch disk and instructions. You can take the kit home (or to Hestia’s parking lot) to get your pet’s paw print, then return the disk to Hestia
- [MLT presents "Equivocation"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-little-theatre-presents-equivocation/) - Marblehead Little Theatre presents "Equivocation" Set in London, Bill Cain’s "Equivocation" is an historical mystery surrounding Shakespeare, his acting troupe and the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The cast includes Shakespeare’s key players, who in addition to themselves will also portray many other fictional and historical characters of the time, including King James I, Guy
- [MLT presents "Equivocation"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-little-theatre-presents-equivocation-2/) - Marblehead Little Theatre presents "Equivocation" Set in London, Bill Cain’s "Equivocation" is an historical mystery surrounding Shakespeare, his acting troupe and the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The cast includes Shakespeare’s key players, who in addition to themselves will also portray many other fictional and historical characters of the time, including King James I, Guy
- [MLT presents "Equivocation"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-little-theatre-presents-equivocation-3/) - Marblehead Little Theatre presents "Equivocation" Set in London, Bill Cain’s "Equivocation" is an historical mystery surrounding Shakespeare, his acting troupe and the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The cast includes Shakespeare’s key players, who in addition to themselves will also portray many other fictional and historical characters of the time, including King James I, Guy
- [MLT presents "Equivocation"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-little-theatre-presents-equivocation-4/) - Marblehead Little Theatre presents "Equivocation" Set in London, Bill Cain’s "Equivocation" is an historical mystery surrounding Shakespeare, his acting troupe and the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The cast includes Shakespeare’s key players, who in addition to themselves will also portray many other fictional and historical characters of the time, including King James I, Guy
- [MLT presents "Equivocation"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-little-theatre-presents-equivocation-5/) - Marblehead Little Theatre presents "Equivocation" Set in London, Bill Cain’s "Equivocation" is an historical mystery surrounding Shakespeare, his acting troupe and the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The cast includes Shakespeare’s key players, who in addition to themselves will also portray many other fictional and historical characters of the time, including King James I, Guy
- [MLT presents "Equivocation"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-little-theatre-presents-equivocation-6/) - Marblehead Little Theatre presents "Equivocation" Set in London, Bill Cain’s "Equivocation" is an historical mystery surrounding Shakespeare, his acting troupe and the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The cast includes Shakespeare’s key players, who in addition to themselves will also portray many other fictional and historical characters of the time, including King James I, Guy
- [MLT presents "Equivocation"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-little-theatre-presents-equivocation-7/) - Marblehead Little Theatre presents "Equivocation" Set in London, Bill Cain’s "Equivocation" is an historical mystery surrounding Shakespeare, his acting troupe and the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The cast includes Shakespeare’s key players, who in addition to themselves will also portray many other fictional and historical characters of the time, including King James I, Guy
- [MLT presents "Equivocation"](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/marblehead-little-theatre-presents-equivocation-8/) - Marblehead Little Theatre presents "Equivocation" Set in London, Bill Cain’s "Equivocation" is an historical mystery surrounding Shakespeare, his acting troupe and the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The cast includes Shakespeare’s key players, who in addition to themselves will also portray many other fictional and historical characters of the time, including King James I, Guy
- [Zoom with Marblehead town clerk](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/zoom-meeting-with-marblehead-town-clerk/) - The Marblehead League of Women Voters will host a Zoom meeting with Marblehead Town Clerk Robin Michaud, who will talk about her duties as town clerk with an emphasis on elections. Marblehead residents wishing to attend the meeting should send an email to LWVMarblehead@gmail.com, and the Zoom link will be sent to you. This meeting will
- [English gardens presentation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/english-gardens-presentation/) - The Arrangers of Marblehead Garden Club will host a presentation on English gardens at the Jewish Community Center. Speaker Ginny von Rueden will talk about and show slides from the Driftwood Garden Club’s trip to England in 2018. Pictures will include the Chelsea Flower Show and public and private gardens in the south of England.
- [COA 'Coping With Transitions' panel](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/coa-coping-with-transitions-panel/) - Life presents challenges: changing careers, dealing with health issues, becoming empty nesters, and losing a spouse or partner, notes the Marblehead Mental Health Task Force. The Task Force has been looking at these issues, especially during the pandemic, and four of its members will be coming to the Marblehead Council on Aging as part of
- ['Growing Up in the Shipyard' reception](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/growing-up-in-the-shipyard-reception/) - On Friday, Oct. 14 at 7 p.m., the Marblehead Museum will host an opening reception for its newest exhibition, "Growing Up in the Shipyard," curated by Kristen Nyberg. The exhibition profiles one of Marblehead's most interesting neighborhoods, seen through the eyes of the Nybergs, a family of Swedish immigrants who first came to America from
- [Hope for Haiti Fall Fest](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/hope-for-haiti-fall-fest/) - The Hope for Haiti Fall Fest, now in its seventh year, supports Mission of Hope, an on-the-ground organization offering medical care and education in a country that has felt the effects of colonialism, western imperialism and racism. Mission of Hope boasts graduation rates, employment rates and post-secondary-education outcomes that are comparable to good schools in
- [Holiday Dance Party with The Mugfords at Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/holiday-dance-party-with-the-mugfords-at-methee/) - Join the quartet The Mugfords for a special Saturday night Holiday Dance Party at Me&Thee
- [Cecropia Strong Gala & Auctions](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/cecropia-strong-gala-auctions/) - Julie Hahnke and Cecropia Strong will host the second annual Gala & Auctions at the Masons’ Philanthropic Lodge in Marblehead, with proceeds funding the organization’s mission to help and provide hope for those who are physically disabled. Hahnke (Marblehead bagpiper, author, and management consultant) knows what it is to be suddenly physically disabled, and that’s
- [Ellis Paul at Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/ellis-paul-at-methee/) - With a shelf full of Boston Music Awards, Ellis Paul returns to the Me&Thee for an evening of intimate, provocative and romantic tales. A troubadour, a folky, a storyteller, Paul has been a force on the scene since 1993 with his independent debut, "Say Something," which was produced by Bill Morrissey. Ellis Paul is the
- [The Oshima Brothers at Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/the-oshima-brothers-at-methee/) - The Oshima Brothers presented the last concert at the Me&Thee in the spring of 2020 before its forced two-year Covid pause. It’s taken a herculean effort to recover, recoup and return. Organizers wanted them back to complete that circle and to help them usher in the rebirth of Me&Thee Music. The brothers’ magnetic sibling sound
- [Stan Strickland at the Me&Thee](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/stan-strickland-at-the-methee/) - Jazz saxophonist, flutist, dancer and actor Stan Strickland makes his first visit to the Me&Thee. Strickland has performed with the Boston Pops, the Village People, Aretha Franklin, Yusef Lateef and Pharaoh Sanders and has opened for such jazz legends as Miles Davis, Herbie Mann, Sonny Rollins and Bare Naked Ladies. Stan has been featured in
- [Lecture: 'Murder and Mayhem in Essex County'](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/lecture-murder-and-mayhem-in-essex-county/) - Join Robert Wilhelm on Thursday, Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. as he presents true crimes from the colonial era to 1900, including a few featuring notorious Marbleheaders, like the murder of Capt. Joseph White. This lecture costs $10 for Museum members and $15 for the public. The lecture may be viewed in-person or via Zoom.
- [Indigenous People’s Day celebration](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/event/indigenous-peoples-day-celebration/) - The Marblehead Museum and the Marblehead Indigenous Peoples Day Committee invite you to honor and celebrate the Native history of this land. Native artisans will be offering their goods for sale from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., and The Nettukkusqk Singers, an all-female group of Wampanoag and Nipmuc singers, will perform at 1 p.m.

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- [Discover Marblehead](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/category/business/discover-marblehead-business/)

## Tags

- [sports](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/tag/sports/)
- [current](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/tag/current/)
- [editorial](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/tag/editorial/)
- [dailyprompt](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/tag/dailyprompt/)
- [dailyprompt-2088](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/tag/dailyprompt-2088/)

## Event Categories

- [History](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/history/)
- [Music](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/music/)
- [Theater](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/theater/)
- [Fundraiser](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/fundraiser/)
- [Seniors](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/seniors/)
- [Politics and Government](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/politics-and-government/)
- [Gardening](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/gardening/)
- [Books](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/books/)
- [Arts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/arts/)
- [Environment](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/environment/)
- [Religion](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/religion/)
- [Technology](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/technology/)
- [Library](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/library/)
- [Teens](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/teens/)
- [Kids](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/kids/)
- [Recreation](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/recreation/)
- [Sports](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/sports/)
- [Food](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/food/)
- [Shopping](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/shopping/)
- [Community service](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/community-service/)
- [Health](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/health/)
- [Crafts](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/crafts/)
- [Cars](https://marbleheadcurrent.org/events/category/cars/)