Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Marblehead Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Essex County.

2 Closed Marblehead Beaches To Be Re-Tested For Bacteria Tuesday

Those looking to swim at Grace Oliver's Beach and Gas House Beach in Marblehead will have to wait until at least Tuesday.

Marblehead Abbot Libary Supporters Cheer Huge Renovation Vote Win

Nearly 70 percent of residents voted to support the $9.5 million renovation in Tuesday's town election.

29 Marblehead Cyclists Set To Ride In Pan-Mass Challenge

The two-day bike-a-thon returns this year to raise money for cancer research and patient care at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Marblehead Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has impacted the nation's blood supply.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Marblehead Area

The Red Cross is holding a few blood drives in the Marblehead area soon.

Marblehead Farmers' Market Returns For 2021

Despite a cool first day, the farmers' market returned with a lineup expected to include everything from eggs to crepes to knife sharpening.

Blood Donors Needed In Marblehead Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has impacted the country's blood supply.

Marblehead, Swampscott Hazardous Waste Pickup June 9

Because of the coronavirus crisis, the towns are collaborating to pick up materials at houses instead of holding a drop-off event.

Marblehead Rotary Helps Unite 9-Year-Old Boy With Service Dog

The Marblehead Rotary Service Dog Project helped raise funds to unite 9-year-old Gabrel, who is autistic, with his NEADS dog Kacey.

Marblehead Voters Will Get Say On Abbot Library Renovation

Town meeting members agreed to send the $8.5 million bill on the project to a townwide tax override vote next month.

Marblehead Hydrant Flushing Next Week

Residents who experience discolored water in the morning should run sink faucets on cold until it clears.

Once again, Salem Hospital earns “A” grade

Leapfrog Group gives top grade for patient safety

Marblehead Museum Awarded Essex Heritage Grant

The museum will use the grant to install panels that detail stories and contributions of Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Marblehead

The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Marblehead. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.

Magic Hat Donates $35K To Marblehead Public Schools

The upscale thrift store's donations now total more than $1.3 million over the past 15 years.

Marblehead Community Charter School Aids North Shore Food Access

The Marblehead public charter school will help Food for Free provide nutrition assistance on the North Shore.

Rotary Club Honors Marblehead's Got Talent Director

The Rotary Club recognized David Deutsch as a Paul Harris Fellow for his efforts shifting the talent showcase virtually amid the pandemic.

Marblehead's Abbot Library To Reopen Browsing By Appointment

The library will allow half-hour browsing sessions on Thursdays starting April 8. Curbside pickup will continue five days per week.

Marblehead Awarded $400K Grant For Rail Trail Street Crossings

The state grant through the Complete Streets program will go toward improvements at Mohawk/Pleasant, Smith Street and West Shore Drive.

Marblehead, Swampscott Hazardous Waste Pickup Day

Residents of Marblehead and Swampscott can register to have hazardous waste items picked up at their houses or apartments on Wednesday.

Input Sought On Proposed Marblehead Ice Rink

The town's Ice Rink Committee will hold a public forum March 4 to discuss ideas based on a gift to the community for a potential ice rink.

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Marblehead Rotary Honors Charles Milner For Literacy Program

The rotary club named Milner a Paul Harris Fellow for the work of he and his wife, Toby, teaching literacy in South Africa.

Food Drive To Benefit Marblehead Food Pantry, My Brother's Table

The two-day drive will include drop off of gift cards and donated items at the Marblehead Community Center lot on Humphrey Street.

Marblehead Resident Kevin Colcord Joins YMCA of Metro North Board

The appointment comes in advance of the opening of the new Demakes Family YMCA in Lynn this Spring.

The Stories That Defined Marblehead In 2020

In a year where a pandemic caused immense challenges and pain, here are the top Patch stories of perseverance and promise.

Marblehead Resident Is Arc Angel

Provides Gifts For Northeast Arc Direct Support Professionals

Incentive Program For Marblehead Municipal Electric Customers

The program will give residents a bill credit or stipend for participation in the "Connected Homes" program.

Marblehead Awarded $120K Information Technology State Grant

The grant is provided through the state's Community Compact Cabinet Information Technology Program.

Marblehead School of Ballet Winter Coat Drive

The school will hold its drive as part of its Community Appreciation Campaign that features free, virtual performances and discussions.

Marblehead Rotary Club Helping Local Boy Secure Service Dog

The Marblehead and Chelsea Rotary Clubs are helping the Boucher family raise the $8,000 necessary for 9-year-old Gabriel's NEADS dog.

Marblehead Natives Named To Greater Boston Food Bank Boards

Ted Truscott and Hannah Comoss will help guide the Greater Boston Food Bank during a great time 0f need because of the coronavirus crisis.

Marblehead Releases Plan For 'Safe, Accessible' Rail Trail

The town said the plan "presents an exciting vision for the future of how the trail can better serve a growing community of users."

Essex Heritage Welcomes New President, Commissioners, Trustees

The North Shore nonprofit welcomed the new ambassadors and leaders at the annual meeting held remotely this year due to the coronavirus.

Marblehead Ballet School To Teach Balinese Dance Master Class

Salem native Carlos Fittante, artistic director for the New York-based BALAM Dance Theater, will teach the class starting Oct. 19.

Owners Sought In Case Of Missing Marblehead Kayaks

The Marblehead harbormaster said two kayaks were found in the back of Marblehead Neck, while another was found near Adams' House.

Marblehead Receives $67K In Shared Streets And Spaces Funding

The grant will help the town facilitate outdoor dining amid the coronavirus health crisis.

Abbot Library Adds Online Services, Hopes For October Opening

The Abbot Public Library in Marblehead is aiming for a gradual reopening to in-person services in the second half of October.

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