Sailors from across the continent congregated in Swampscott this summer to compete in the 2023 WASZP North American Championship Regatta, a four-day, high-speed sailboat race. From Aug. 3-6, … [Read more...] about WASZPS on sail in Swampscott
Archives for September 8, 2023
Jamming in the Commons
Walking up to the gazebo in the middle of Swampscott Commons, the faint sound of guitar strings can be heard through the commotion of whizzing cars passing by on the street. Getting closer, Sandy … [Read more...] about Jamming in the Commons
The Good Witch of Salem
Every October, tourists and partygoers flock to Salem hoping to immerse themselves in the dark and ghoulish spirit of Halloween, but in a bright-pink room on North Street, a cheerful, inviting witch … [Read more...] about The Good Witch of Salem
Charlie Baker gives it the old college try
When Charlie Baker was a student at Needham High School, he was a member of the student council and basketball team. Looking back, it makes a lot of sense. On March 1, the 72nd governor of … [Read more...] about Charlie Baker gives it the old college try
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