Top Peabody Patch Stories in 2016

PEABODY, MA – It's been a good year for Peabody Square. Construction of the intersection was completed, the monument was successfully moved, and the downtown area got some new businesses. Take a look at some of the most-read stories out of the Peabody Patch as a way of saying goodbye to 2016.

Bomb Scare At Strip Club: Not a ton to say about this one.

After 17 Years, Brothers is Back: Peabody Square wouldn't be complete without Brothers Restaurant & Deli, and this November, they came back. Opening the doors was all it took to get the place packed.

Cafe Opens at the Intersection of Human Services and Coffee: Another addition to Peabody Square opened this year, combining the mission of Northeast Arc with delicious coffee and pastries.

Black Balloon Day Brings Awareness to Overdose Deaths: A movement started by a Peabody mother daughter duo last March went national this year. Black Balloon Day seeks to show families of overdose victims that they are not alone.

Dairy Queen Coming to Peabody: Did this happen yet? If not, maybe 2017 will be the year.

Happy New Year, Peabody.