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New chapter begins for Worldly Pets under Kate Rhodes
New chapter begins for Worldly Pets under Kate Rhodes

Kate Rhodes recently took over ownership of Worldly Pets, a beloved pet store in Marblehead, with the support of her friends, family, and the previous…

Town declines Republic Services’ recycling offer amid trash pick-up issues
Town declines Republic Services’ recycling offer amid trash pick-up issues

The Town declined Republic Services’ offer to provide recycling pick-up services due to ongoing issues with trash collection, and requested that Republic…

Marblehead and Swampscott approve joint ambulance contract with Beauport
Marblehead and Swampscott approve joint ambulance contract with Beauport

Marblehead and Swampscott have approved a three-year contract with Beauport Ambulance Service, which will provide quality service levels and competitive…

YMCA honors Dee and Kevin Colcord for community impact and innovation
YMCA honors Dee and Kevin Colcord for community impact and innovation

Dee and Kevin Colcord are the recipients of the YMCA Community Compass Award for their vision and commitment to the YMCA and the communities it serves,…

Marblehead High School roof renovation raises questions about flag relocation
Marblehead High School roof renovation raises questions about flag relocation

Representatives from LeftField and Raymond Design Associates presented updates on the Marblehead High School roof and HVAC project, with two design options…

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News

Eastern Bank foundation welcomes Miriam Ortiz as chief impact officer

For The Weekly News
July 30, 2025

Eastern Bank Foundation is pleased to welcome Miriam Ortiz as its new Chief Impact Officer. In…

Marblehead’s Board of Health prepares for extensive public health survey

Sophia Harris
July 30, 2025

The Marblehead Board of Health is launching a comprehensive public health survey to assess the physical, mental, and social well-being of residents ages 18 and older, in collaboration with UMass Boston and backed by funding from nonprofit partners.

New chapter begins for Worldly Pets under Kate Rhodes

Sophia Harris
July 30, 2025

Kate Rhodes recently took over ownership of Worldly Pets, a beloved pet store in Marblehead, with the support of her friends, family, and the previous owners, Diane True and Gail Novack.

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YMCA honors Dee and Kevin Colcord for community impact and innovation

Erell Renaudeau
July 30, 2025

Dee and Kevin Colcord are the recipients of the YMCA Community Compass Award for their vision and commitment to the YMCA and the communities it serves, having developed initiatives such as the Rooftop Garden and the Music and Performing Arts Center.

Marblehead High School roof renovation raises questions about flag relocation

Erell Renaudeau
July 30, 2025

Representatives from LeftField and Raymond Design Associates presented updates on the Marblehead High School roof and HVAC project, with two design options being considered and questions raised about the solar readiness of the school roof and the relocation of the flag.

Marblehead celebrates Bette Hunt’s legacy with prestigious community award

Sophia Harris
July 30, 2025

Bette Hunt, a long-time Marblehead resident and historian, was recently honored with the Marblehead Forever Award for her decades of service to the town, including her work with the Marblehead Historical Society, her sketches of old buildings, and her walking tours.

Sports

Athletic complex named in honor of influential coach and AD Kulevich

Joey Barrett
July 30, 2025

The Alexander W. Kulevich Jr. Athletic Complex was dedicated at Marblehead High in honor of the legendary coach, teacher, and athletic director, who has had a lasting impact on the school and its students.

Town pickleball league making an impact

For The Weekly News
July 30, 2025

In June 2024, Marblehead quietly made sports history — well, at least, according to Lisa…

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Up-and-down week from Seasiders

Joey Barrett
July 23, 2025

The Marblehead Seasiders, of the North Shore Baseball League, have won two of their last…

Steadman, Parker score big at Tedesco

Mark Aboyoun
July 23, 2025

Joanne Steadman and Lisa Parker claimed top honors in Tedesco Country Club’s women’s club championships,…

Lifestyle

The Sober Widow: Navigating life as a widow(er)

Lisa Fama
July 30, 2025

As married people know, there’s no manual for how to be married. You meet someone,…

From The Deep End: Forgive, but don’t forget

Brenda Kelley Kim
July 30, 2025

“Holding a grudge doesn’t make you strong; it makes you bitter. Forgiving doesn’t make you…

From The Deep End: Defeating the Dressing Room

Brenda Kelley Kim
July 23, 2025

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” —Arthur Ashe When…

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Opinion

Harris: Peabody asks Bill Gates (yes, that Bill Gates) to pick up trash

Sophia Harris
July 30, 2025

So here we are, in week whatever-it-is of the Great Trash Strike of 2025. The…

Baughman: A place to call home

Guest Commentary
July 30, 2025

Brendalee Baughman This very special town of Marblehead was not on my radar until I…

BAKER: Gatsby worlds rookie sets sail

Bob Baker
July 23, 2025

The following is an anecdote from Playing Gatsby Worlds, my memoir in progress, a replay…

Krueger: How federal cuts led to the Texas flood disaster

For The Weekly News
July 23, 2025

As we read and watched the footage of the floods in Texas, we are all horrified…

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Keep an eye out for summer poults

Sophia Harris
July 30, 2025

Have you spotted any baby turkeys in your yard lately? Baby turkeys, known as poults,…

LWVM: Trash collection updates and health survey plans discussed by board of health

Sam Deeb
July 30, 2025

The Board of Health met to discuss the ongoing Republic Services strike, provide updates on trash collection, and discuss plans for a community health survey and public seminars on the U.S. healthcare system.

Abbot Public library programming July 29- July 31

For The Weekly News
July 23, 2025

July 29 (Tuesday) 3:00–5:00 PM – ❌ CANCELED – Drop-in Tech Help with All Computers…

Dollars for Scholars Announces High School Scholarship Recipients

For The Weekly News
July 23, 2025

At its annual awards ceremony on June 1, Marblehead Dollars for Scholars honored fifteen high…

Marblehead grads celebrate St. Mary’s milestone

For The Weekly News
July 30, 2025

Town declines Republic Services’ recycling offer amid trash pick-up issues

Amanda Lurey
July 30, 2025

The Town declined Republic Services’ offer to provide recycling pick-up services due to ongoing issues with trash collection, and requested that Republic Services focus on completing the trash routes before considering recycling.

League of Women Voters observer report

For The Weekly News
July 23, 2025

OBSERVER CORPS REPORT RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION – July 14, 2025 Jacobi Community Center Dining…

Marblehead Little Theatre announces Friday Night Films at MLT!

Sophia Harris
July 23, 2025

Marblehead Little Theatre (MLT) is excited to present its Friday Night Film Festival this August,…

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