Despite the brisk, 35º weather, a few dozen veterans, local and state leaders, and community members bundled up and braced the strong winds to honor America’s bravest for their service to this country on Tuesday. And luckily for all in attendance, the event was moved from the Veterans Memorial outside City Hall to City Hall’s Wiggin Auditorium. Lt. Commander Bob Dunne, a Navy … [Read more...] about City honors its heroes
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Councilor-elect details priorities in Peabody
After waving to voters outside of the Welch School all day last Tuesday, Wendy Lattof stuck around the polling location to see the rolls of data for herself and find out whether her Ward 2 neighbors had faith in her to be their City Council representative. She was elated to find out that they did. With 490 votes among the 796 cast for either her or challenger Michael Troisi, … [Read more...] about Councilor-elect details priorities in Peabody
City promotes food resources
The City of Peabody has launched a dedicated section of its website to help residents access food resources. The new resource hub includes information on local food pantries, monthly free meal calendar, community meals on the North Shore, Council on Aging lunches for seniors, and statewide programs like WIC and the Project Bread Food Source Helpline. “Peabody is fortunate to … [Read more...] about City promotes food resources
Senate strengthens support for Massachusetts military families
Senate Assistant Majority Leader Joan B. Lovely (D-Salem) announced Monday that the Massachusetts Senate voted unanimously to provide enhanced safety, stability, and educational opportunities for military families. The legislation advanced this week also positions the Commonwealth for greater federal defense investment and economic growth around its six military bases. An … [Read more...] about Senate strengthens support for Massachusetts military families
Essex County Community Foundation launches new Veterans Fund
Eleven percent of the state’s 230,000 veterans live right here in Essex County. In alignment with Veterans Day, Essex County Community Foundation is proud to announce the launch of a new fund dedicated to supporting these local heroes and their families. Through the Essex County Veterans Fund, ECCF commits to investing $300,000 over the next two years and to establishing a … [Read more...] about Essex County Community Foundation launches new Veterans Fund