ICYMI: Salem Firefighter Honored, Peabody Schools Projects, New Trial for LaBrie: North Shore News Roundup

Here's a look at some of the top headlines from around the North Shore this week.

Salem Fire Department Honors Kevin O'Boyle

This week, the Salem Fire Department honored former firefighter and veteran Kevin O'Boyle, who passed away in 2013.

Obituary: Jason Alexander Taylor, 27

Jason Alexander's parents remember the life of a young man who was an adventurer, artist, and deep thinker.

Flash Book Sale at Athenaeum on Friday

Make sure you hit the Salem Athenaeum on Friday to get some excellent deals on used books.

School Officials Seek State Funding Assistance

Peabody school officials are looking for state help for a number of

New Trial Granted for Salem Mother in Attempted Murder of Son

Kristen LaBrie was convicted of attempted murder in 2013 for not giving her son at-home chemotherapy treatments.

Fourth Annual Benefit for VNA Care Network & Hospice This May

The annual event takes place in Danvers and features music and dancing.

Police Officials Oppose Property Crime Legislative Change

Danvers Police Chief says raising the felony limit on property crimes will only lead to more crime.

Carnevale Resigns as North Reading DPW Chief Amid Drug Scandal

Former Peabody DPW chief resigns amid drug scandal that rocks North Reading public works department, but is not implicated in criminal investigation.

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Community Police Officer of the Year Nominations Sought

Montserrat College of Art Hosts 30th Artrageous Auction Party

UPDATE: Lynn Teen Arraigned in Chelsea Murder

Swampscott Grad Tops Equestrian Event for UNH

Flea/Salvage/Art Market Comes to Derby Square