The Marblehead, Swampscott, and Salem fire departments responded to a two-alarm fire at 138 West Shore Drive on Wednesday. The fire was knocked down just before 12:30 p.m., as residents of the home were consoled by others. Marblehead Fire Chief Jason Gilliland said that the blaze began in the house's basement, and was first reported by the homeowner. He added that while … [Read more...] about Fire reported on West Shore Drive in Marblehead
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Town sets fire at annual Christmas tree burning
Hundreds gathered at Riverside Beach on Friday evening as they watched the blaze from the burning pile of Christmas trees light up the night sky at the town's annual Christmas tree burning. Originally scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 6, the burning was postponed due to the winter storm that came in over the weekend. Despite the delay, many still showed up to the yearly … [Read more...] about Town sets fire at annual Christmas tree burning
Back in time to Dec. 29, 1983
Forty years ago this week, six Marbleheaders were displaced and two firefighters were hurt when a home in Old Town caught fire, drawing a massive response from firefighters. … [Read more...] about Back in time to Dec. 29, 1983
Electrical fire breaks out at Shubie’s
A small electrical fire broke out at Shubie’s Marketplace Thursday morning, according to the store’s Facebook page. No injuries were reported. The post showed an empty and unplugged vending machine that appeared to be damaged next to a window, where a fire engine could be seen parked outside. In the post, Shubie’s thanked the Marblehead Fire Department and Health … [Read more...] about Electrical fire breaks out at Shubie’s