It seems the Board of Health will remain as a three-member board for another full year since the Town did not submit its Home Rule Petition with ample time. According to state representative Jenny Armini, Home Rule Petitions are occasionally required when a decision is made at the local level and needs approval from the legislature. In this instance, there was a decision … [Read more...] about State pauses Board of Health expansion
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Committee workshops 5% budget increase
The School Committee met Feb. 13 to workshop its proposed budget for fiscal year 2026, which, Superintendent John Robidoux said, will not require an override. The proposed budget is a 5.05% increase from the FY25 adopted budget at $49,120,285. About $39 million of this proposed budget is solely for salaries. “This budget is increased from last year… because there were … [Read more...] about Committee workshops 5% budget increase
Police officer exonerated on fraud charge
After over three years of attempting to clear his name, Christopher Gallo has been exonerated from allegedly committing time fraud and rule violations while employed as an officer at Marblehead Police Department. There were two questions posed, which arbitrator Mary Ellen Shea was responsible for answering after hearing all evidence from the Town and Gallo’s attorney, Gary … [Read more...] about Police officer exonerated on fraud charge
Students express concerns about potential flag policy
The Marblehead School Committee continued gauging public opinions on its potential flag policy Thursday during a student-focused public forum. Jenn Schaeffner, School Committee Chair, began by telling the students she hoped the meeting would be “as much of a dialogue as we can,” as her priority was hearing student feedback. A Marblehead High School senior kicked it off by … [Read more...] about Students express concerns about potential flag policy
Porch Party Mamas debut at Me&Thee Music
Urban folk country and blues artists Porch Party Mamas make their debut at the Me&Thee on Friday, March 7 at 8 p.m. Inspired by playing and singing each other’s songs at their porch parties, these established Boston-area musicians and singer-songwriters combined talents to create a brand new type of band. Upbeat and moving original songs accompanied by guitar, piano/ … [Read more...] about Porch Party Mamas debut at Me&Thee Music