On June 20, 1970, The Daily Evening Item reported on a rat problem on Orchard Circle. Residents were very concerned and brought this matter to the Board of Health the following Monday. They complained to selectmen that a gaggle of rats were invading their homes and said they were concerned about the safety of their children and pets. "Our inspection indicates there may … [Read more...] about Back in time to June 20, 1970
History
Historic Building of the Week: Bide-a-Wee
There is something special about being a regular at a restaurant, cafe, or any other establishment that serves up food and drinks. Everyone has a different reason for why one place is “their spot,” whether it's the memories made there, a favorite dish, or just the routine of going there. Oftentimes, these places are not even particularly fancy. Think of college students … [Read more...] about Historic Building of the Week: Bide-a-Wee
Historic Street of the Week: Miles Standish Road
Change is never easy. Whether it's leaving home for the first time, finding a new career, or even getting a new haircut, change is inherently disruptive. It is of course easier to hold on to the past and resist change — that is one of my favorite pastimes. But change, like death and taxes, is inevitable. A few weeks ago, Boston University decided to remove the name of … [Read more...] about Historic Street of the Week: Miles Standish Road
Back in time to June 12, 1980
On June 12, 1980, The Daily Evening Item reported on Marblehead's Rita Sullivan, who had always dreamed of performing on the stage but never thought it would happen so quickly. Sullivan enrolled at the University of Massachusetts Amherst as a dance major. She was the only freshman in the school's history to be a member of the University Dancers and the only first-year … [Read more...] about Back in time to June 12, 1980
Back in time to June 10, 1980
For many schools, the month of June means graduation season, and all of the festivities that come with it. In 1980, Marblehead High School graduated 292 seniors at the Stanford W. Hopkins Stadium. Presenting the seniors with their diplomas was School Committee Chairman Dexter Bucklin. A June 10, 1980 article in The Daily Evening Item said that "Essay presentations by … [Read more...] about Back in time to June 10, 1980