The City Council Finance Committee reviewed the city’s proposed fiscal year 2025 budget of $197,352,196, an increase of $10,135,620 from the FY24 budget. Mayor Ted Bettencourt said the city received $4.6 million in net state aid last year, but will only receive $1.4 million this year, placing an “additional burden” on the city’s taxpayers. The increase of the city side of … [Read more...] about Peabody City Council reviews FY25 operating budget
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Northeast Arc celebrates inclusion, raises more than $500,000 at An Evening of Changing Lives
More than 400 people packed the Picasso Ballroom at Encore Boston Harbor to help Northeast Arc celebrate An Evening of Changing Lives. With support from donors and attendees, the agency raised more than $500,000 to support programs that help people with disabilities or autism live as full members of their communities. The highlight of the evening was an inclusive fashion … [Read more...] about Northeast Arc celebrates inclusion, raises more than $500,000 at An Evening of Changing Lives
Peabody Chamber of Commerce hosts 2nd annual INCredible Awards
The Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted the 2nd annual INCredible Awards ceremony at the elegant Olio Peabody on June 6th. This event brought together community members, local business leaders, and dignitaries to celebrate and honor outstanding achievements in our community. The evening was filled with inspiration as 11 awards were presented to recognize the … [Read more...] about Peabody Chamber of Commerce hosts 2nd annual INCredible Awards
YMCA of Metro North names new Senior Executive Director
The YMCA of Metro North is pleased to announce the appointment of Karina Teixeira as the new Senior Branch Executive Director at the Demakes Family YMCA in Lynn. With over 15 years of dedicated service with the YMCA of Greater Boston, Teixeira brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to the mission of the YMCA, which she will now drive forward in the Lynn and … [Read more...] about YMCA of Metro North names new Senior Executive Director
Library Schedule June 20 – June 26
Thursday, June 20 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. TACO Thursday – West Branch 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Teen Uno Tournament 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Watercolor Workshop Saturday, June 22 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Family LEGO Fun 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Biographies & Bagels Book Brunch Monday, June 24 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Drop in Tech Help 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Butterfly Storytime Tuesday, June … [Read more...] about Library Schedule June 20 – June 26