BOSTON — Local unemployment rates increased in 18 of the 24 labor market areas across Massachusetts in October 2024 compared to September 2024, according to the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. This includes the Lynn-Saugus-Marblehead area, which saw one of the highest year-over-year job growth rates. Compared to October 2023, unemployment rates rose in … [Read more...] about Marblehead job growth ranks among state’s highest
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Annual Farmers Market to support staff at Charter Senior Living of Danvers
DANVERS — Charter Senior Living is thrilled to announce its Annual Farmers Market, explicitly designed for the dedicated staff members of Charter of Danvers. This special event will take place on Monday, Nov. 25 from noon – 5 p.m. at the Charter of Danvers community, allowing our hardworking employees to access fresh produce, Thanksgiving extras, and other local goods to take … [Read more...] about Annual Farmers Market to support staff at Charter Senior Living of Danvers
Marblehead strike settled
After two weeks of missed school in Marblehead, the School Committee and Marblehead Education Association (MEA) have made tentative agreements, allowing educators and students to return to school on Wednesday. Both the School Committee and MEA were radio silent for most of Tuesday as negotiations continued. Meanwhile, the community remained on standby, waiting for … [Read more...] about Marblehead strike settled
Marblehead’s Bouchard elected into selective collegiate honor society
Ellie Bouchard of Marblehead was elected into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. According to a press release, it is "the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society at the University of Tampa.” Bouchard is one of 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff, and alumni that are initiated into the society every year. “Membership is by … [Read more...] about Marblehead’s Bouchard elected into selective collegiate honor society
Marblehead Fire Department places outdoor fire ban
As wildfires have been burning within the Essex region, the Marblehead Fire Department, among other departments, has called for an outdoor fire ban. The Marblehead Fire Department called for the fire ban on Nov. 13 that will remain in place till the end of the week on Friday. The recent historically low rainfall, combined with windy conditions, have contributed to the … [Read more...] about Marblehead Fire Department places outdoor fire ban