Boston, MA|News|
Massachusetts Catholics, Officials React To Death Of Pope Francis
"He has challenged us to turn away from selfish impulses and towards communion with others." - Boston Archbishop Richard Henning
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Scott Souza, Patch Staff
- Salem, MA
Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at Scott.Souza@Patch.com. Twitter: @Scott_Souza.
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Salem|News|
66 Shots Fired In Salem: 3 MA Men Face Attempted Murder Charges
Salem police said three were charged following a hail of gunfire on Albion Street early last week.
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Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Schools Choose Peter Cushing As Next Superintendent
The School Committee on Thursday voted to put forth an offer to the assistant Medford superintendent as the next district leader.
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Salem|News|
Salem Residents Invited To Free SSU 'As You Like It' Performance
Admission is free for all current Salem State students, faculty, and staff across all showings, and for Salem residents on April 25.
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Danvers, MA|News|
Danvers Yard Waste Spring Pickup Begins Next Week
Free curbside pickup of yard waste will occur on the residents' usual trash pickup day the week of April 22-26.
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Boston, MA|News|
2025 Boston Marathon: 5 Things To Know
The 129th running of the Boston Marathon is on Patriots Day - Monday, April 21.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
What To Do If You Still Need A MA REAL ID To Travel By Deadline?
While appointments may be booked out for weeks, the Registry of Motor Vehicles is making exceptions for REAL ID customers with travel plans.
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Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Mayor Mike Cahill Declares Re-Election Bid
Cahill said intends to run as the mayoral term shifts from two to four years beginning with this fall's election.
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Swampscott, MA|News|
Swampscott Budget, Schools At Center Of Select Board Candidate Clash
Candidates MaryEllen Fletcher, Katie Phelan and Liz Smith took part in a candidates' forum ahead of the April 29 annual town election.
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Peabody, MA|News|
2 Peabody Runners To Race Boston Marathon For Team Samaritans
This year’s team is not only focusing on individual feats but on collective empowerment through group training and community engagement.
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Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly City Councilor Hannah Bowen Wins 6th Essex Democratic Primary
Hannah Bowen topped fellow City Councilor Todd Rotondo by about 600 votes within Beverly during Tuesday's special primary.
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Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly School Committee Interviews Cushing, Turner For Superintendent
The School Committee held a public interview with Medford Assistant Superintendent Peter Cushing on Tuesday night.
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Salem|News|
Salem's Artists' Row Readies To Kick Off 2025 Outdoor Season
This city-sponsored art space showcases artist maker spaces and store fronts as well as live music, food and interactive demonstrations.
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Salem|News|
Salem College Scholarship Fund Deadline Approaching
The deadline for applying for the scholarship is April 27 at 11:59 p.m.
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Danvers, MA|News|
MA Dunkin', McDonald's, Subways Fined $226K For Child Labor Violations
Attorney General Andrea Campbell said the franchise owners of more than 100 Massachusetts locations were cited for the violations.
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Peabody, MA|News|
Peabody Police Chief Reaches 3-Year Contract Extension Agreement
Chief Thomas Griffin began his tenure as Chief in 2014, following a 26-year career with the Salem Police Department.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Here's When MA Residents Can See Hummingbirds This Spring
As the weather (finally) warms, hummingbirds could be spotted across New England as early as this weekend.
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Salem|News|
Salem Seeks Host Families For Japan Sister City Student Exchange
Host families are sought for 28 middle-school students, aged 13-14, for a week of English language and cultural immersion in July.
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Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Superintendent Finalist Field Down To 2, Interviews Begin
Melrose Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Turner interviewed with the School Committee on Monday night.
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Peabody, MA|News|
Peabody's Skinny Pancake Offers 'Free Crepe Day' At Northshore Mall
The new location is offering two of its Skinny Pancake crepe options for free on Wednesday.
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