A leak in the ceiling of the Marblehead High School gym forced a mid-game postponement of a boys varsity basketball match against Peabody on Monday night, the latest sign that the school’s roofing is in desperate need of repair. Referees called a stop to the game with 3:08 left in the first quarter as water continued dripping onto the court and the leak could not be contained. … [Read more...] about Roof leak causes stop to Marblehead High basketball game
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Marblehead Weekly News’ stories of the year
From School District controversies, to the community coming together to save one of its most historic buildings, there was certainly a lot that happened in Marblehead in the year 2023. Below is a look back on some of the top stories that came out of this past year. $2.5 million override passes Town Meeting but fails at polls This year's Town Meeting was certainly … [Read more...] about Marblehead Weekly News’ stories of the year
Cousins providing a health oasis to the community
Now more than ever, people are trying to find ways to sustain and improve their mental and physical well-being. One new business in town has opened with the mindset of helping people achieve that goal. Located just off of Pleasant Street, cousins Brendan Binkoski and Barry Paskievich have opened Nordic Oasis, a hot and cold therapy center designed to improve the wellness of … [Read more...] about Cousins providing a health oasis to the community
Community fired up for another tree burning
The community is gearing up for another Epiphany Tree Burning to ring in the new year. The town’s annual tradition of setting the holiday trees ablaze will take place on Saturday, Jan. 6 at Riverhead Beach. Last year, hundreds gathered at the beach to see the fiery show, put on by the Fire Department. After Christmas trees are taken down in households and thrown to … [Read more...] about Community fired up for another tree burning
Counseling Center staying afloat, but needs more help from town
Despite facing large waitlists, budgetary struggles, and staffing issues over the last few years, the Marblehead Counseling Center is still pushing forward as the year comes to a close. Board of Directors Chair and President Ruth Ferguson and Vice President Ron Grenier provided an update on the current state of the counseling center at a recent Board of Health meeting. … [Read more...] about Counseling Center staying afloat, but needs more help from town