The Marblehead Select Board elected Daniel Fox as the board’s chair at Wednesday night’s meeting with no opposition. The board also congratulated Jim Zisson on his recently elected position on the Select Board. Zisson said, “Everyone who runs is a winner.” The board also voted to transition the town’s domain name from Marblehead.org to Marbleheadma.gov, Town … [Read more...] about Jim Zisson makes Select Board debut
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Coach Todd Norman brings us together again
Friends, family, former athletes, and community members gathered once again for a heartfelt celebration in honor of Todd Norman, a beloved coach and town figure whose legacy continues to inspire through the annual Todd Scholarship Fund event. The event was held at the VFW Post 2005. After Norman died suddenly last April, the Scholarship Fund was created to help raise money … [Read more...] about Coach Todd Norman brings us together again
Trailblazer Helaine Hazlett retires after four decades
After almost 40 years of elected office in Marblehead, Helaine Hazlett has retired. Hazlett has been a staple in the Marblehead community not only as an elected official but also as a catalyst for change through her work. She was on the Board of Health for 28 years. Before that, she had been an elected member of the School Committee for nine years. But that is not … [Read more...] about Trailblazer Helaine Hazlett retires after four decades
What does it mean to be a dad?
This Father’s Day, The Daily Item chose to highlight dads in local communities who have stood out as exceptional fathers. The Marblehead Dad featured in The Daily Item story is Fred Ferris. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there! Fred Ferris, owner of Marblehead Hardware, which he’s owned for four years, is the father of two girls, Ellie and Maddie. “There isn’t … [Read more...] about What does it mean to be a dad?
Pride celebrations land at The Landing
The celebration continues, but it’s not over yet! Shubie’s Marketplace kicked off Pride Month with a family-friendly community gathering last week, which featured plenty of vendors and food options as well as a DJ, photo booth, and face painting station. This past Tuesday, the Pride celebration continued at The Landing restaurant. The Landing was filled with … [Read more...] about Pride celebrations land at The Landing