There’s a new parlor in Peabody. Father and son Freddy Aravena and Eduardo Valentini Jr. opened the City’s newest tattoo shop, Music Plug Inked, last Tuesday, which is fully family-operated. “We try to make it as much of a family business as possible because you don’t run into tattoo shops like that,” Valentini said. He added, “They say, ‘It’s a family business,’ but it’s … [Read more...] about Father-son duo leaves its mark on Peabody
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Peabody highlights its bravest
At least 200 people gathered at City Hall last Thursday to recognize many Peabody Fire Department personnel for a myriad of achievements. Mayor Ted Bettencourt told the room that he “has been looking forward to this ceremony for quite some time.” “Not only is it a wonderful opportunity to recognize and celebrate the individual firefighters at various stages of their … [Read more...] about Peabody highlights its bravest
Peabody couple celebrates birthdays, 70 years together
Lydia and Larry McIntire celebrated their 90th birthdays as well as their 70th wedding anniversary Saturday, Sept. 6 at the Club Luis De Camoes in Peabody with 40 family members and friends from as far away as Arizona and England. The two were married 70 years ago at St. Thomas Church in Peabody. Lydia graduated from Peabody Veterans Memorial High School in ‘52, and Larry … [Read more...] about Peabody couple celebrates birthdays, 70 years together
North Shore gears up for another spellbinding October
Each October, Salem casts its spell as the ultimate fall destination where Halloween, history and community spirit come together in unforgettable ways. With its cobblestone streets transformed by autumn colors and costumed revelers, the city comes alive with parades, vendor fairs, haunted tours and marketplaces that celebrate Salem’s storied past and vibrant … [Read more...] about North Shore gears up for another spellbinding October
25 tattoos in 24 years: ‘What were you thinking’
As someone with 25 tattoos at the ripe age of 24, I have gotten used to answering a variety of questions, but one question is consistent. “Are you going to regret them when you’re older?” Well, it’s hard to have regrets when we’re talking about something that is quite literally just skin deep, especially when I’ve always had much bigger issues to deal with. The reality … [Read more...] about 25 tattoos in 24 years: ‘What were you thinking’