Barrie Atkin might Change Your Mind Just like everyone in New England, Barrie Atkin was surprised when Patriots head coach Bill Belichick opted to continue starting Tom Brady at quarterback when Drew … [Read more...] about Hate Football?
People & Places
Lending voice to the Blue
Over the course of more than 55 years, Swampscott’s Roger Volk has made not just one, but many names for himself. To most, he’s an accountant, though others know him as the lively voice announcing … [Read more...] about Lending voice to the Blue
Ben Fernekees takes us all on his mission
Meet 10-year-old Ben Fernekees of Swampscott. Ben is just like every other 10-year-old. Well, almost. What sets him apart from most other kids his age is that he is the co-founder of Ben’s Mission, an … [Read more...] about Ben Fernekees takes us all on his mission
MiraMar has a passion for printing
If you happen to be strolling down Swampscott’s downtown area, you might stumble upon a small shop on the corner of Humphrey and Redington streets filled with different types of printmaking … [Read more...] about MiraMar has a passion for printing
Rabbi’s combating antisemitism by helping others discover their Jewish pride
On Jan. 6, an antisemetic incident occurred in the town of Swampscott near Redington Street and Forest Avenue where a swastika was spray painted on one of the sidewalks. Six days later, the … [Read more...] about Rabbi’s combating antisemitism by helping others discover their Jewish pride