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Strike continues as sub trash workers sue Republic
Strike continues as sub trash workers sue Republic

As the Republic trash strike continues, Marblehead is operating on an every-other-week basis for recycling pick-up. For the week of Sept.8, recycling will…

Change urged in wake of 13-year-old’s death in Marblehead
Change urged in wake of 13-year-old’s death in Marblehead

The Marblehead community is reeling after a tragic crash early Tuesday morning claimed the life of 13-year-old Savanah Gatchell and left a 16-year-old…

Marines storm Marblehead for 250th
Marines storm Marblehead for 250th

The Town of Marblehead became the backdrop for history Thursday as Marines, local officials, and residents gathered at Fort Sewall to celebrate the 250th…

Sports complex, field redesign in works
Sports complex, field redesign in works

The Recreation and Parks Department currently has two projects in the works: a new all-purpose sports complex to ultimately replace the Green Street Hockey…

Car crash leaves 13-year-old girl dead
Car crash leaves 13-year-old girl dead

At approximately 2:51 a.m. Tuesday, the Marblehead Police Department responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash in the area of 352 Atlantic Ave., Essex…

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Brick Kitchen opening celebration

Sophia Harris
September 3, 2025

History lovers and partygoers alike will gather this September to celebrate the completion of a…

Pint size and up closes after 20 years

Sophia Harris
September 3, 2025

After 20 years in business, Ellen Cohen Turkanis is closing the doors to her beloved…

Court rejects former HR Director Ferretti’s motion

Sophia Harris
September 3, 2025

An Essex Superior Court judge has denied a request from a former Marblehead Public Schools…

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State deems Marblehead non-compliant; funding at risk

Sophia Harris
September 3, 2025

The Select Board reported on a discussion with the State’s…

Strike continues as sub trash workers sue Republic

Sophia Harris
September 3, 2025

As the Republic trash strike continues, Marblehead is operating on…

Municipal Light manager recognized regionally

For The Weekly News
August 27, 2025

Joseph Kowalik, general manager of the Marblehead Municipal Light Department…

Sports

St. John’s Prep has super soph, plenty of youth

Steve Krause
September 3, 2025

DANVERS — This is the drawback to playing in a league with only five teams:…

Roundup: Golfers reel in Fishermen

Joey Barrett
September 3, 2025

Behind wins from Will Macrina, Joy Meshulam, Dylan Whitman, and Bowden Laramie, as well as…

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Magicians meet match in opener

Joey Barrett
September 3, 2025

Marblehead’s field hockey team (0-1) welcomed Malden Catholic to Piper Field Tuesday afternoon. Despite a…

This week’s schedule

Joey Barrett
August 27, 2025

THURSDAY Golf Marblehead at Austin Prep (4) TUESDAY Golf Gloucester at Marblehead (3:30) Field hockey…

Lifestyle

The Sober Widow: Procrastination

Lisa Fama
September 3, 2025

As I’ve shared, I recently took Introduction to Psychology at a local university because I…

From The Deep End: Hitting the deck

Brenda Kelley Kim
September 3, 2025

“It’s not the falling down that counts, it’s the getting up.” — Mary Pickford Anyone…

The Sober Widow: The power of friendship

Lisa Fama
August 27, 2025

They say that friends are the family you choose, and I believe that’s true. Even…

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Opinion

LTTE: Life matters

To The Editor
September 3, 2025

To the editor: I am writing in response to the tragic loss of life of…

Carroll: A column teens should read: ‘Please God, i’m only 17’

To The Editor
September 3, 2025

Editor’s note: Two weeks ago, the fatal crash on Atlantic Avenue claimed the life of…

LTTE: After tragedy, a plea to protect our young people

To The Editor
September 3, 2025

To the editor: Our town is grieving today. As we mourn, many are asking: What…

LTTE: Thank you Katherine Koch

To The Editor
August 27, 2025

To the editor: To our valued members of the Chamber of Commerce and the Marblehead…

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You don’t want to miss this!

Sophia Harris
September 3, 2025

Brendan Kane and Nick Sears will perform at the VFW Post located at 321 W…

MHTV Schedule: Sept. 4 – 10

For The Weekly News
September 3, 2025

Thursday, Sept. 4 8 a.m. Democracy Now! 9 a.m. Headliner – The News of Marblehead…

Council On Aging Calendar: Sept. 4 – 10

For The Weekly News
September 3, 2025

Thursday, Aug. 4 7-2 p.m. Fitness Center 7:55 a.m. Golf—Salem 8:30 a.m. Footwise 8:45 a.m.…

Abbot Public Library Events: Sept. 4 – 10

For The Weekly News
September 3, 2025

Friday, Sept. 5 Coffee at the Library 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Stop in to…

Court rejects former HR Director Ferretti’s motion

Sophia Harris
September 3, 2025

An Essex Superior Court judge has denied a request from a former Marblehead Public Schools…

Upcoming Community Events: Sept. 4 – 10

For the Weekly News
September 3, 2025

Thursday, Sept. 4 Thank you, Katherine Party 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Join the Chamber…

Volunteer Opportunities: Sept. 4 – 10

For The Weekly News
September 3, 2025

The Select Board appoints residents to more than 30 boards, committees, and commissions in the…

Program registration opened at Grace church

Sophia Harris
September 3, 2025

Grace Community Church will restart its weekly Awana program for children on September 10, with…

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