A statement from Town Moderator, Jack Attridge. Marblehead’s Annual Town Meeting will be called to order on Monday, May 5, at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Middle School Performing Arts Center. Town Meeting gathers us as the legislative body of our government to conduct the town's business. The meeting represents the purest form of democracy, for which we are privileged to … [Read more...] about Town will meet on overrides and zoning May 6
Jack Attridge
LTE: A fine example from Town Meeting
To the editor: As the dust settles from Town Meeting, a few thoughts on the debate on Article 49. Although it was late at night on the second day of an otherwise contentious meeting, Buck Grader and the debaters on both sides of the issue presented their points in a thoughtful, respectful, and civil manner. The town moderator, Jack Attridge, tallied the votes, announced the … [Read more...] about LTE: A fine example from Town Meeting
Marblehead Weekly News’ stories of the year
From School District controversies, to the community coming together to save one of its most historic buildings, there was certainly a lot that happened in Marblehead in the year 2023. Below is a look back on some of the top stories that came out of this past year. $2.5 million override passes Town Meeting but fails at polls This year's Town Meeting was certainly … [Read more...] about Marblehead Weekly News’ stories of the year
Veterans Gazebo gets new life
After years of decay and neglect, the Veterans Gazebo at Waterside Cemetery has gotten new life, just in time to honor veterans buried there before the holidays. Dozens gathered at the cemetery last Saturday morning for the unveiling of the newly restored gazebo, a week before roughly 2,300 wreaths are scheduled to be placed on the graves of veterans on Wreaths Across America … [Read more...] about Veterans Gazebo gets new life
Select Board opens 2024 Town Meeting warrant
The countdown to Town Meeting 2024 is now on. The Select Board officially opened the 2024 Town Meeting warrant on Wednesday during its regular meeting, opening the window for articles to be submitted by the public, the town, and municipal boards for approval. Town Meeting will take place on Monday, May 6 at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Middle School auditorium. There will be … [Read more...] about Select Board opens 2024 Town Meeting warrant