By SANDI GOLDFARB Swampscott’s historic cemetery is a peaceful place. Mature trees shade walkways that wind through the well-maintained grounds, while the sounds of birds mingle with the gentle hum … [Read more...] about Chapel renovation earns praise
People & Places
Pluck of the Irish
Anne Driscoll making a difference in Emerald Isle By STACEY MARCUS “I arrived in Ireland with no phone, no home and no hairdresser,” said Anne Driscoll, an award-winning journalist, social … [Read more...] about Pluck of the Irish
Crossing the Channel
Swampscott men tackle the ‘Mount Everest of swimming’ By MEAGHAN CASEY There will likely be jellyfish, water temperatures dipping below 60 degrees, salt-water induced swelling of lips and … [Read more...] about Crossing the Channel
Laganas a big wheel in the catering business
By BILL BROTHERTON Bill Laganas is on a roll … a lobster roll. Laganas, Swampscott High Class of 1984, is standing behind his 20-foot custom lobster/clambake trailer, which is parked on Puritan … [Read more...] about Laganas a big wheel in the catering business
5 things you didn’t know about Barry Goudreau
Photo: Jim Wilson By PHYLLIS KARAS Barry Goudreau, the innovative lead guitarist on the band Boston’s first two albums, has played in several bands and recorded many successful songs and albums … [Read more...] about 5 things you didn’t know about Barry Goudreau