The Nahant Heritage Trail is a coastal walk where you can take a break from the loud traffic and bright lights and enjoy panoramic seascape views. The 1.4-mile trail brings walkers deep into Nahant … [Read more...] about This is a walk you’ll talk about
People & Places
A woman for all time
The reason 93-year-old Mary McGinn has stayed in Swampscott for so many years can be summed up in one word: pride. Although McGinn was born in New York, she has spent the majority of her life in … [Read more...] about A woman for all time
One chapter ends and another begins
When the town was first hiring for a position at the library, Alyce Deveau said she was asked if she would stay on for a full year. When she agreed, the town immediately hired her. Now, 38 … [Read more...] about One chapter ends and another begins
Every picture tells a story
A mixture of renaissance and royalty — that might be the best way to describe Swampscott's Edythe Comins Baker. From being a political activist to volunteering on countless charitable and … [Read more...] about Every picture tells a story
A salute to two stalwarts
Peter R. Beatrice Jr. and Peter Sack were remembered in October by town residents as passionate people who were generous with their time. Beatrice sired a family that became a part of the … [Read more...] about A salute to two stalwarts