MARBLEHEAD — The Supreme Judicial Court released a statement last Wednesday regarding the case between Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and the town of Milton surrounding the MBTA zoning law, which will allow a grace period for Marblehead. The law states each MBTA community must have at least one zoning district where multi-family housing is permitted as of right. The … [Read more...] about New MBTA ruling saves Marblehead — for now
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School Committee sees some progress being made
The Marblehead School Committee and the Marblehead Education Association (MEA) did not reach an agreement on a new contract over the long weekend, resulting in a strike by the MEA. Tuesday, Nov. 12, marked the first day of the strike, with no school, sports, or extracurricular activities. While the MEA was ready to begin negotiations early Tuesday, the School Committee did … [Read more...] about School Committee sees some progress being made
Harbor Plan Implementation Committee is moving forward
Marblehead’s harbor is a vital hub for commerce, recreation and local culture. The Harbor Plan Implementation Committee met last week to review progress and strategize the next steps in safeguarding and enhancing this community asset. Members had a discussion of ongoing projects and the importance of both short-term actions and long-term planning in responding to the … [Read more...] about Harbor Plan Implementation Committee is moving forward
Marblehead works to go green in historic district
The Green Marblehead Implementation Committee discussed the Marblehead Sustainable Heritage Project. Members of the committee attended a field trip around historic parts of Salem and the historic districts in Marblehead. The purpose of the trip was to observe how communities are handling sustainable projects in historic areas. Some of the topics discussed were solar … [Read more...] about Marblehead works to go green in historic district
Marblehead wears Purple Heart on sleeve
The town celebrated its recent designation as a Purple Heart town at a ceremony honoring local Purple Heart recipients at the Jacobi Community Center. “I hope that those of you who wear the Purple Heart with pride know with absolute certainty that you contributed to the future safety of our nation and to the peace of our world. You have done your part to keep our country … [Read more...] about Marblehead wears Purple Heart on sleeve