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Abbot Public Library to host portrayal of first woman to serve U.S. Cabinet

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On Saturday, Sept. 28, Abbot Public Library will host a portrayal of the first woman to serve in the U.S. Cabinet: President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s secretary of labor, Frances Perkins. All are welcome to hear stories from this woman who defied the conventions of her middle-class Worcester upbringing to become a trailblazer for women in government, a warrior for the working … [Read more...] about Abbot Public Library to host portrayal of first woman to serve U.S. Cabinet

LWV Lawn Signs – A reminder to Vote

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You may have noticed lawn signs around town with the message “Vote! Democracy is Counting on You.” The people behind these signs are members of the League of Women Voters of Marblehead (LWVM) who seek to provide a friendly reminder to citizens about the importance of voting in the upcoming elections. A core belief of the League is that our democracy depends upon informed and … [Read more...] about LWV Lawn Signs – A reminder to Vote

Observing our town government in action

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BOARD OF HEALTH — April 9, 2024 Hybrid Meeting - Recorded LWVM Observer: Tom Krueger Members in attendance: Andrew Petty, Tom McMahon, Joanne Miller, Helaine Hazlett Prior to the start of the agenda Ms. Hazlett read a statement about her support for substance abuse programs, thanking the three participants who spoke at the last meeting. Substance Abuse (SA) … [Read more...] about Observing our town government in action

League of Women Voters will hold Candidates Night in May

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The Marblehead League of Women Voters will be hold its annual Candidates Night on Tuesday, May 21 at 7 p.m. at the Marblehead High School's library. Candidates Night is a public meeting that allows voters to hear from the town's candidates and get to know them better. Candidates have until April 22 to take out papers, so there is currently no precise number of how many … [Read more...] about League of Women Voters will hold Candidates Night in May