PEABODY – Peabody community members were invited to a community discussion last Wednesday evening at Higgins Middle School to discuss the impacts of bullying and how mental health is affecting Peabody’s youth. This conversation has been ongoing in Peabody since May, when Higgins Middle School eighth grader Jason Bernard died by suicide due to bullying. The evening began … [Read more...] about Peabody talks bullying impacts
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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream opens new shop at Northshore Mall with $1 scoops
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is officially opening its newest scoop shop at the Northshore Mall this Thursday, and they’re coming in sweet. Doors open at 11 a.m., and for the first two hours, scoops will cost just $1. If that’s not enough incentive to show up early, the first 100 customers will also score a free, limited-edition tote. The shop is located on the outdoor promenade at … [Read more...] about Van Leeuwen Ice Cream opens new shop at Northshore Mall with $1 scoops
Trash pickup delays continue as Republic Services work stoppage continues
Unfortunately, the Republic Services work stoppage continues with no negotiations scheduled as of today, Monday, July 28th. Republic and the Teamsters Local 25 last met on July 18th. Trash and recycling pickup is ongoing so please continue to leave your bins curbside on your regular pickup day. There are continued reports of late pickups so please expect a 1–2-day delay. If … [Read more...] about Trash pickup delays continue as Republic Services work stoppage continues
Middleton man charged with murder of Timothy O’Neil, Lynnfield
A Middleton man was arrested early Monday morning in connection with the May murder of Timothy D. O’Neil, 55, of Lynnfield, according to Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker. John Kosta, 53, is expected to be arraigned later today in Peabody District Court on a murder charge. Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the DA’s office took Kosta into custody … [Read more...] about Middleton man charged with murder of Timothy O’Neil, Lynnfield
Veterans take to the skies in open-cockpit WWII biplanes
Six veterans who live at Alliance Health at Rosewood were treated to 15-minute plane rides in World War II Stearman biplanes last Wednesday at Beverly Regional Airport thanks to Dream Flights. Dream Flights is a nonprofit organization that connects with assisted care facilities to provide veterans with one-of-a-kind experiences where they can feel the wind in their hair … [Read more...] about Veterans take to the skies in open-cockpit WWII biplanes