The City will host a special bench dedication ceremony in memory of Jason Bernard, a beloved eighth-grade student whose life left a meaningful impact on our community. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. at Brown Elementary School, where Jason was a student. “Jason’s warmth and kindness were felt by everyone who knew him, and his spirit touched so … [Read more...] about City to honor Jason Bernard’s memory with bench dedication
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New grants awarded for vital food support across Essex County
The Women’s Fund of Essex County has awarded an additional $40,000 in emergency grants to eight nonprofit organizations providing critical food assistance to our local communities. Although the federal government shutdown has ended, many Massachusetts families continue to face delays and disruptions in SNAP benefit access, leaving food providers stretched as they work to meet … [Read more...] about New grants awarded for vital food support across Essex County
Arrest made in decades-old Peabody rape case
Darrell Lavoie, 59, of Nashua, NH, appeared in Essex County Superior Court Monday for a bail hearing on charges of aggravated rape, rape, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and breaking and entering, the Office of Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker confirmed. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on Nov. 12, 1991 in Peabody in which the victim, … [Read more...] about Arrest made in decades-old Peabody rape case
City weighs e-bike safety rules and safety concerns
The City of Peabody is weighing its options on how to manage its current public safety issue regarding electric bicycles and scooters, some of which can go up to nearly 30 miles per hour and have been the cause of motor vehicle accidents and pedestrian concerns. Police Capt. Scott Richards attended City Council’s Nov. 13 Municipal Safety Sub-Committee meeting to address what … [Read more...] about City weighs e-bike safety rules and safety concerns
Teacher to ride 100 miles to honor Matt Brennan
A month after the loss of long-time and well-loved Higgins Middle School science teacher Matt Brennan, the school has come together to fundraise in his name for the Best Buddies program: a 501(c)(3) program which aims to end the social, physical, and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Thus far, with just loose change … [Read more...] about Teacher to ride 100 miles to honor Matt Brennan