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Jay Aptt preforms for veterans
The Jay Aptt and The MaliCaminos, a Boston-based original Bluesrock and Funk band performing at…
Miles for Mary 5K and research seminar a success
Hundreds of runners, walkers, and strollers of all ages joined the 13th annual Miles for Mary 5K Run and Walk to raise awareness and funds for brain cancer research, with over $800,000 raised to date.
Holiday marketplace returns to Marblehead’s Old North Church
The Holiday Marketplace at Old North Church in Marblehead is a community tradition that brings local crafts, food, and unique gifts to the town, with proceeds benefiting local and global charitable causes.
Board of Health talks SNAP impacts
Board of Health members Amanda Ritvo and Tom McMahon discussed the importance of food security for public health, with Ritvo emphasizing the need for systemic support and McMahon advocating for individual empowerment and budget awareness.
Fidelity medal to Christensen
Marblehead residents gathered at Abbot Hall to honor America’s veterans, with a ceremony featuring a proclamation from Gov. Maura Healey, a speech from Combat Veteran Tom Mathers, and the posthumous presentation of the Medal of Fidelity to the family of Harry Christensen.
Marblehead’s Super passes the test
Superintendent John Robidoux was praised by the Marblehead School Committee for his professionalism, calm leadership, and commitment to rebuilding trust in the district following a turbulent year, as well as his creation of the Superintendent’s Anti-Discrimination Committee in response to calls from the community to address antisemitism.
Sports
Second-place finish for MHS girls
Race after race across Massachusetts this past Saturday, local cross country programs were well-represented with…
High school football predictions (state tournament)
Joey Barrett – Weekly News Sports Editor St. John’s Prep 36 Leominster 18 Canton 21…
Magicians prepare for toughest test yet
Through two games of the Division 2 girls soccer tournament, the Marblehead Magicians are in…
This week’s schedule
FRIDAY Volleyball No. 6 Marblehead at No. 3 Longmeadow (5) Football No. 11 Shepherd Hill…
Lifestyle
The Sober Widow: Why do we accept unacceptable behavior?
The holidays are almost upon us, as hard as that is to believe. I say…
From The Deep End: Welcome, Whos of all kinds
“No matter how different a Who may appear, he will always be welcomed with holiday…
The Sober Widow: Dating in your 60s
You wouldn’t think dating at my age is funny, but I promise you that it…
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Sophomore Gordon Andrews to dance in ‘Urban Nutcracker”
Gordon Andrews, a Marblehead High School student, will be performing in the opening hip-hop sequence of the 25th season of “Urban Nutcracker” at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre, which celebrates diversity through dance and features a range of dance styles and an 8-piece live ensemble.
Consider feeding a cat
The Marblehead Animal Shelter’s annual food drive has been a staple of community generosity for 10 years, relying on the kindness of residents to help feed and care for the town’s most vulnerable felines.
Opie gets his time in the limelight
Found on the streets of Georgia after being struck by a car and shot with…
The trick is safety
Halloween can be dangerous for participants of all ages, so it is important to take precautions such as wearing reflective attire, using the buddy system, driving slowly, and making a plan to get home safely if drinking, and to be aware of road closures for the Trick-or-Treating in the Business Districts event on October 30th.
MSB students showcase artistry in special dance presentation
The Marblehead School of Ballet is celebrating National Arts and Humanities Month with a special presentation of “An Afternoon of Dance: In-Studio Performance” on Sunday, Nov. 23, featuring students from the MSB’s Repertory class and Fall Dance Adventure workshop, as well as guest artist Carlos Fittante performing a reconstructed Baroque dance masterpiece.
Explore Marblehead’s Lost History of Iberian Ties
The Marblehead Museum and Salem State University are hosting a symposium on November 8th to explore the historical connections between New England and Bilbao, Spain, including the role of salt cod trade in fostering relationships between the two regions.
Council on Aging calendar Oct. 30-Nov. 6
Thursday, Oct. 30 7 a.m.–2 p.m. Fitness Center 8:30 a.m. Weight Training (new time) 9…
Marblehead Harbor Rotary to honor Holiday Pops featured artist Paul McMahan
Paul McMahan will be honored at a reception on Nov. 12 at the Masons’ Philanthropic Building in Marblehead Harbor to unveil his watercolor painting “Abbot After Dark”, which will be featured in this year’s Holiday Pops signature art.