Peabody Police Log Dec. 19-21
Tuesday, Dec. 19 Arrest Courtney Habelman, 37, of Southwick Avenue, was arrested on the charges of operating under the influence of drugs, drug possession, and leaving the scene of property …
LTE: John O’Brien reflects on his 47 years as register of deeds
To the editor: 47 years ago, the people of Essex County gave me the honor and privilege of electing me to serve them as register of deeds. I often think …
Lynnfield Police Logs Dec. 15 – Dec. 20
Friday, Dec. 15 Officers Wanted A report of an officer wanted at 7:56 a.m. at Lynnfield High School; at 11:28 a.m. at 813 Summer St.; at 4:22 p.m. at 55 …
Supreme Court unlikely to uphold Colorado ruling disqualifying Trump
Noah Feldman In a remarkable plot twist, the Colorado Supreme Court has found that former President Donald Trump must be excluded from the state’s primary ballot because he engaged …
Dry January: A month to consider healthy options
This should come as no surprise. Today’s culture does not support an environment in which we can reflect on our relationship with alcohol and feel comfortable cutting down. In fact, …
Lynnfield looks for ways to improve pedestrian safety
During its meeting last week, the Select Board gave the green light to Town Engineer Lisa DeMeo to apply for the Shared Streets and Spaces Grant to improve pedestrian safety. …
LTE: A thank-you note to departing Recreation Director Julie Mallett
To the editor: This letter is a thank-you note to Julie Mallett for her countless hours of commitment and dedication through her work as the Lynnfield recreation director. Unfortunately, Julie …
US soldiers at risk of suffering brain injuries from their own weapons
Daniel Johnson The military is currently experiencing a mental health crisis, with suicide now the second leading cause of death for service members. Brain injuries suffered by service members …
Wakefield Co-operative Bank Jeans Day raises money for the Mighty Meredith Project
Wakefield Co-operative Bank’s employee Jeans Day fundraiser collected $194 for the Mighty Meredith Project, which is dedicated to promoting kindness and giving back to the medical community. Meredith’s motto is …
Healey-Driscoll administration allocates $100 million in Fair Share funds
The Healey-Driscoll administration announced its decision to distribute $100 million, through revenue generated from Fair Share funds, among all 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts. Peabody will receive $576,196 through …