The Marblehead community is reeling after a tragic crash early Tuesday morning claimed the life of 13-year-old Savanah Gatchell and left a 16-year-old boy facing serious criminal charges. Authorities said the teen has been charged with motor vehicle homicide by reckless operation, receiving a stolen motor vehicle, and operating under the influence of liquor, along with two … [Read more...] about Change urged in wake of 13-year-old’s death in Marblehead
Tom McMahon
Marblehead considers options for future trash and recycling system
Director’s report Petty reported that the Republic strike has entered its seventh week, with trash being collected but no recycling. No further meetings have been held on the strike. Recently, mayors from 14 affected cities wrote to Republic’s CEO asking for mediation, and the governor has become more involved. With schools starting soon, Petty said his priority is … [Read more...] about Marblehead considers options for future trash and recycling system
Marblehead Board of Health discusses Riverhead Beach water quality concerns
While the significant majority of last Wednesday’s Board of Health meeting was spent discussing the Republic Services strike and miscellaneous member updates, there was one topic discussed toward the end of the meeting that community members may want to pay attention to. Dr. Amanda Ritvo, the Board of Health’s newest member, brought up a concern she had received from a … [Read more...] about Marblehead Board of Health discusses Riverhead Beach water quality concerns
Town declines Republic Services’ recycling offer amid trash pick-up issues
According to Board of Health member Tom McMahon, Republic Services offered the Town recycling pick-up services Tuesday which could have gone into effect Wednesday. However, the Town declined that offer since there are still many streets where trash pick-up is being missed. McMahon said he was still “running around” with the Department of Public Works and Health Department … [Read more...] about Town declines Republic Services’ recycling offer amid trash pick-up issues
Trash strike in Marblehead: Residents advised to take action
Amid ongoing labor disruptions, Republic Services said it will continue trash collection in Marblehead throughout the week of July 7, though residents are being asked to remove recycling bins from the curb temporarily. As the trash strike enters its second week, Marblehead Board of Health member Thomas McMahon is urging residents who are physically able to bring their … [Read more...] about Trash strike in Marblehead: Residents advised to take action