As the Republic Services trash strike enters its third week, residents across Greater Boston are being urged to embrace patience and neighborly cooperation as municipal officials scramble to respond to uncollected waste. The strike, which began July 1, stems from a breakdown in contract negotiations between the waste collection company and Teamsters Local 25. Many communities … [Read more...] about Massachusetts treasurer urges swift resolution to Boston trash strike
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Brooksby Village celebrates 25 years of vibrant senior living
Brooksby Village, the Erickson Senior Living community in Peabody, is celebrating 25 years! To mark the community's silver anniversary, a variety of events and programs have been held throughout the year, including monthly interviews with pioneer residents on the in-house TV channel, erecting a peace pole, a champagne happy hour with music, lighting remembrance luminarias, … [Read more...] about Brooksby Village celebrates 25 years of vibrant senior living
Republic trash strike delays Peabody trash pickup
Across Massachusetts, 15 communities were affected by a current strike by Republic Trash workers. Teamsters Local 25 trash collectors and sanitation workers went on strike at midnight amid a contract dispute with Republic Services. The strike affects trash collection across the North Shore, including communities such as Lynnfield, Marblehead, Peabody, and … [Read more...] about Republic trash strike delays Peabody trash pickup
Peabody Board of Health seeks to enhance mental health services for schools
The Board of Health discussed mental health services for schools as the city seeks to strengthen bullying prevention efforts. Board of Health Director Sharon Cameron is working with the mayor to strengthen mental health support in local schools, a renewed effort since the suicide of a 14-year-old from Higgins Middle School in May. Cameron said they are looking to put … [Read more...] about Peabody Board of Health seeks to enhance mental health services for schools
Jeannette McGinn recognized for her community farming efforts in Peabody
BOSTON — Jeannette McGinn was inducted into the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women’s Commonwealth Heroines class of 2025, during a ceremony at the State House on June 26. McGinn is co-founder and President of Newhall Fields and a very active volunteer. She was nominated by State Representative Thomas P. Walsh (D-Peabody), While serving as the volunteer … [Read more...] about Jeannette McGinn recognized for her community farming efforts in Peabody