Tom Massaro was unanimously voted to be the new chair of the Board of Health Monday night. Following Board of Health member Tom McMahon’s nomination of Massaro for chair, McMahon looked at Massaro and joked, “(Do you) graciously accept?” After some chuckles, Massaro nodded and agreed that he was, in fact, graciously accepting the role as chair. “Well, I am very grateful,” … [Read more...] about Tom Massaro elected as new board of health chair in unanimous vote
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Marblehead neighbors prompt traffic solutions
At last week’s Board of Health meeting, Director of Public Health Andrew Petty explained that there will be a new traffic route at the transfer station effective April 14. “So, traffic flow, we’re ready to move to the next phase,” Petty said. “We have our transaction hut set up in the recycling area. We have our compactor set up in the commercial recycling area. We’re ready … [Read more...] about Marblehead neighbors prompt traffic solutions
Compactor crisis leads to delays
After looking forward to getting the ball rolling on the Transfer Station renovations, contractors discovered hidden issues when removing the old compactor which will lead to a further delay in completion. On Monday, Jan. 20, contractors assigned to replace the old compactor, in what workers at the station call “the pit,” found problems involving the steel flooring and some … [Read more...] about Compactor crisis leads to delays
Well off at wellness day
Marbleheaders learned more about health and wellness on Saturday at the community’s first Wellness Day event, hosted by Tom McMahon, a member of the Board of Health, and Andrew Petty, the Health Director. All walks of life joined together at the Marblehead Community Center to find out what’s been right at their fingertips in terms of wellness. From oral health to mental … [Read more...] about Well off at wellness day
Marblehead Board of Health does a reversal
The Board of Health held a last-minute meeting on Friday, during which the members voted unanimously to lower the sticker prices they had previously approved on Tuesday evening. These stickers allow Marblehead residents to attend the beach and access the transfer station. On Tuesday, the board voted to set the primary sticker price at $125, but after community discussions, … [Read more...] about Marblehead Board of Health does a reversal