SALEM — A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Salem Hospital and Mass General Brigham for the potential exposure of HIV and hepatitis viruses to hundreds of patients. The lawsuit, announced on Friday, was filed by Keches Law Group on behalf of Melinda Cashman, of Amesbury, who has allegedly “suffered permanent injuries, additional testing requirements, extreme anxiety, … [Read more...] about Class-action lawsuit filed against Salem Hospital, Mass General Brigham
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Moulton’s Abbot Hall talk gives vets a platform
Roughly 100 people attended Congressman and Marine Corps veteran Seth Moulton’s ninth annual Veterans Town Hall at Abbot Hall Friday afternoon. Those in the audience had the opportunity to hear five veterans share their stories of sacrifice. 16-year Army veteran Leanna Lynch took the podium after Moulton’s opening remarks to discuss the challenges she had to overcome as a … [Read more...] about Moulton’s Abbot Hall talk gives vets a platform
Fun and games for Marblehead Unified hoops
The Marblehead Unified basketball team went head-to-head with Beverly in an exciting matchup featuring great basketball - and a lot of fun. In the end, it was Beverly who came out on top, 36-26. Despite the loss, coaches Sara Roberge and Tracey Lichtig were all smiles postgame. “We love playing Beverly. They have a great program and it’s always so much fun,” … [Read more...] about Fun and games for Marblehead Unified hoops
Saltsman’s sleeping giant draws Halloween crowd
Town resident and architect Tom Saltsman has been designing and bringing giant Halloween sculptures to life in his driveway on Pleasant Street for nearly a decade. It’s safe to say that this year’s creation did not disappoint. If you haven't stopped by to take a look yet, do so, but be careful not to wake the sleeping (and snoring) giant. Dozens lined the sidewalk to … [Read more...] about Saltsman’s sleeping giant draws Halloween crowd
Historic Building of the Week: Chisholm House
Sometimes I like to start the stories of the historical buildings in Marblehead by finding something out of the ordinary for the town. Everyone knows that Marblehead is a nautical town with a storied connection to all things ocean, so why not look for something new. The thing is, sometimes in this town, you just have to write about Marblehead and the sea. 14 Abbot St. is … [Read more...] about Historic Building of the Week: Chisholm House