At the City Council Legal Affairs Sub-Committee meeting, crypto coins and concerns were discussed, and the Committee ultimately passed an ordinance to ban Bitcoin machines, like Coinme and CoinGenie, in Peabody. That ban is not yet in effect. Mayor Ted Bettencourt spoke first on this matter at the meeting on Oct. 23 before giving the floor to experts, like District Attorney … [Read more...] about Peabody cracks down on crypto crime
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Brooksby Farm hosts 11th annual Peabody Senior Day
Community members gathered at Brooksby Farm last Wednesday afternoon for the City’s 11th annual Senior Day. The event ran from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and featured complimentary lunch as well as hay rides through the orchard fields and plenty of vendor booths. Mayor Ted Bettencourt spoke to attendees before lunch began. He emphasized how unique Brooksby Farm’s existence … [Read more...] about Brooksby Farm hosts 11th annual Peabody Senior Day
Fire Chief receives new contract
Mayor Ted Bettencourt announced Tuesday that Fire Chief Jay Dowling has agreed to a new, three-year contract with the City of Peabody. Dowling began his career with the Fire Department nearly 30 years ago and has served as Chief since 2023. "I am happy to renew Chief Dowling's contract," Bettencourt said. "His leadership has been key to keeping our community safe, and I am … [Read more...] about Fire Chief receives new contract
Peabody’s thriving commercial sector highlighted in magazine
The City of Peabody is set to be featured in the September edition of “Business in Focus,” one of North America’s premier business-to-business publications with a readership of over a quarter million. The cover story will explore the city’s thriving commercial sector, its efforts to attract young families with affordable living and low tax rates, and its reputation as an … [Read more...] about Peabody’s thriving commercial sector highlighted in magazine
Peabody City Councilor Anne Manning-Martin announces re-election bid
Councilor Anne Manning-Martin announced her bid for re-election Tuesday morning after 25 years of service to the City of Peabody. She cited the City's pressing fiscal challenges and the urgent need to rebuild and safeguard public trust in its leadership as reasons why she is seeking re-election. "After much reflection, I had considered stepping away from public service, but … [Read more...] about Peabody City Councilor Anne Manning-Martin announces re-election bid