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Header heartache tonight: Listen to the Current's interview with Coach Rudloff.
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Marblehead loses to Canton, 27-22 - Marblehead Current
The Marblehead Magicians lost to Canton in the quarter finals Friday night, 27-22. We'll have a complete wrap-up soon. The Current spoke with Coach Jim Rudloff right after the game.
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November 15, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Header heartache tonight: Listen to the Current's interview with Coach Rudloff.
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https://loom.ly/ejYfzMo
The Magicians take on the Bulldogs in the quarter finals in Canton, starting at 6 p.m. Read about the season so far here: https://loom.ly/MXMjjTg.
Also, the Current is at the game. Follow play-by-play posts on X at @mhdcurrent.
Also, the Current is at the game. Follow play-by-play posts on X at @mhdcurrent.
Marblehead football takes home statement win over Shepherd Hill, 42-14 - Marblehead Current
The sixth-seed Marblehead Magicians football team returned to form at the perfect time with a 42-14 victory over the Shepherd Hill Rams in the Round of 16 of the MIAA Division 4 state tournament at Piper Field on Friday. “I couldn’t be prouder of the kids,” said head coach Jim Rudloff. “Last week was a
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November 14, 2025 at 9:17 PM
The Magicians take on the Bulldogs in the quarter finals in Canton, starting at 6 p.m. Read about the season so far here: https://loom.ly/MXMjjTg.
Also, the Current is at the game. Follow play-by-play posts on X at @mhdcurrent.
Also, the Current is at the game. Follow play-by-play posts on X at @mhdcurrent.
An update from our colleagues at Swampscott's nonprofit, independent paper, The Tides.
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Swampscott considers new districting for Glover House as fundraising ramps up to preserve landmark - Marblehead Current
This story is republished from our colleagues at the nonprofit, independent Swampscott Tides. The Historical Commission is looking into pursuing the creation of a single-housing historic district to ensure the Glover Farmhouse is not demolished. General John Glover’s farmhouse may be the only still-intact, originally placed direct connection that Swampscott has to the American Revolution.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:53 PM
An update from our colleagues at Swampscott's nonprofit, independent paper, The Tides.
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https://loom.ly/SUiWf98
"We don’t need more million-dollar housing,” said one man. “Don’t turn it over to private developers. Let’s see if we come together as a community, really sort out the concerns and the fears and find the right answer."
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Nonprofit developer shows interest in Coffin School property - Marblehead Current
An overflow crowd packed the Select Board meeting room at Abbot Hall Thursday night to share ideas and learn more about plans for the empty Coffin School property on Turner Road. The school was built in 1948 and has been vacant since 2021. People — many who live in the Coffin School neighborhood — learned
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November 14, 2025 at 2:07 PM
"We don’t need more million-dollar housing,” said one man. “Don’t turn it over to private developers. Let’s see if we come together as a community, really sort out the concerns and the fears and find the right answer."
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https://loom.ly/ID5dRe8
Do you enjoy cookbooks? How about eating with friends? You'll want to 'check out' Abbot Library's newest club.
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SOME OF MY FAVORITE THINGS: Abbot Library cooks up new club - Marblehead Current
This fall, the Abbot Public Library launched a Cookbook Club, where local residents come together once a month to cook, share and celebrate recipes from a chosen cookbook. The idea came from Judy Eissner, who visited a Cookbook Club with a family member at West Concord Library. “Everything you read about today, relationships are important,”
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November 13, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Do you enjoy cookbooks? How about eating with friends? You'll want to 'check out' Abbot Library's newest club.
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This month, new donations are tripled and returning gifts are doubled! marbleheadcurrent.org/donate
This month, new donations are tripled and returning gifts are doubled! marbleheadcurrent.org/donate
November 12, 2025 at 11:15 PM
All of Marblehead’s news outlets are for-profit — except one. The Current believes Marblehead deserves journalism that serves only its readers... not owners, donors or shareholders.
This month, new donations are tripled and returning gifts are doubled! marbleheadcurrent.org/donate
This month, new donations are tripled and returning gifts are doubled! marbleheadcurrent.org/donate
'Tis the season ...
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Increased snow emergency parking fines formalized - Marblehead Current
Today, Gov. Maura Healey signed an act formally establishing increased fines for violators of Marblehead’s snow emergency parking ban. The act, approved at Town Meeting last May, increases fines from $50 to no more than $100 if paid within 21 days and no more than $105 if paid thereafter. According to the act, the new fines
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November 12, 2025 at 10:41 PM
'Tis the season ...
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Cameron Ridgely, 9, may be a kid, but he has big dreams. Ridgely, of Marblehead, has performed in 19 — that’s right, 19 — productions with North Shore Children’s Theater.
“I like singing and dancing and my goal is to grow up and be a Broadway star,” Ridgely said.
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“I like singing and dancing and my goal is to grow up and be a Broadway star,” Ridgely said.
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BROADWAY BOUND: North Shore Children’s Theater celebrates 15th year; looks for permanent home - Marblehead Current
Cameron Ridgely, 9, may be a kid, but he has big dreams. Ridgely, of Marblehead, has performed in 19 — that’s right, 19 — productions with North Shore Children’s Theater. Right now, he’s rehearsing for his roles as Zeke and a flying monkey in “The Wizard of Oz.” “I like singing and dancing and my
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November 12, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Cameron Ridgely, 9, may be a kid, but he has big dreams. Ridgely, of Marblehead, has performed in 19 — that’s right, 19 — productions with North Shore Children’s Theater.
“I like singing and dancing and my goal is to grow up and be a Broadway star,” Ridgely said.
https://loom.ly/DPWxtCs
“I like singing and dancing and my goal is to grow up and be a Broadway star,” Ridgely said.
https://loom.ly/DPWxtCs
The #northernlights were visible in Marblehead last night — did you spot them? Check out these photos by resident Cathyann Swindlehurst .... and share your northern lights pics below.
November 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM
The #northernlights were visible in Marblehead last night — did you spot them? Check out these photos by resident Cathyann Swindlehurst .... and share your northern lights pics below.
The #northernlights were visible in #Marblehead last night! Did you see them? Check out these photos by Cathyann Swindlehurst and share your snaps below.
November 12, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The #northernlights were visible in #Marblehead last night! Did you see them? Check out these photos by Cathyann Swindlehurst and share your snaps below.
What's the best use for the closed Coffin School? The town wants to hear from you Thursday night.
Check out this week's News in Brief here: https://loom.ly/PsF80DA
Check out this week's News in Brief here: https://loom.ly/PsF80DA
News in brief: What to do with the old Coffin School - Marblehead Current
The Current welcomes submissions (150–200 words) to the news in brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Former Coffin School listening session Join a community listening session about new uses for the old Coffin School property on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. in the Abbot Hall Select Board Room hosted by the Department of Community Development
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November 12, 2025 at 2:06 PM
What's the best use for the closed Coffin School? The town wants to hear from you Thursday night.
Check out this week's News in Brief here: https://loom.ly/PsF80DA
Check out this week's News in Brief here: https://loom.ly/PsF80DA
Thank you for your service.
Today is Veterans Day and the town is marking the holiday with its annual program at Abbot Hall starting at 10 a.m. Last night, Congressman Seth Moulton led his Veterans Town Hall and ended the evening singing the Marine's theme song.
Today is Veterans Day and the town is marking the holiday with its annual program at Abbot Hall starting at 10 a.m. Last night, Congressman Seth Moulton led his Veterans Town Hall and ended the evening singing the Marine's theme song.
November 11, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Thank you for your service.
Today is Veterans Day and the town is marking the holiday with its annual program at Abbot Hall starting at 10 a.m. Last night, Congressman Seth Moulton led his Veterans Town Hall and ended the evening singing the Marine's theme song.
Today is Veterans Day and the town is marking the holiday with its annual program at Abbot Hall starting at 10 a.m. Last night, Congressman Seth Moulton led his Veterans Town Hall and ended the evening singing the Marine's theme song.
Plus... there's a proposal to name the #Marblehead High School auditorium after a beloved local figure who served the schools for more than half a century! Can you guess who it is?
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Superintendent earns ‘proficient’ grade - Marblehead Current
At its Nov. 6 meeting, the School Committee gave Superintendent John Robidoux a “proficient” grade in a mid-cycle review. The committee looked at four areas in making its assessment: instructional leadership, management and operations, family and community engagement, and professional culture. “As noted in his self-assessment, Superintendent John Robidoux made partial progress toward this goal
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November 10, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Plus... there's a proposal to name the #Marblehead High School auditorium after a beloved local figure who served the schools for more than half a century! Can you guess who it is?
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All town departments in Marblehead are being instructed to create level-funded budgets with no additional spending for fiscal year 2027... That’s despite contractually obligated 3% raises for many town employees and rising utility, health insurance, trash and other costs.
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Marblehead finance director: ‘I just don’t think it’s feasible’ to avoid override - Marblehead Current
All town departments in Marblehead are being instructed to create level-funded budgets with no additional spending for fiscal year 2027, according to Finance Director Aleesha Benjamin at a Nov. 3 meeting. That’s despite contractually obligated 3% raises for many town employees and rising utility, health insurance, trash and other costs. In addition, Finance Director Aleesha
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November 10, 2025 at 5:55 PM
All town departments in Marblehead are being instructed to create level-funded budgets with no additional spending for fiscal year 2027... That’s despite contractually obligated 3% raises for many town employees and rising utility, health insurance, trash and other costs.
https://loom.ly/04tZal4
https://loom.ly/04tZal4
Congressman Seth Moulton hosts his annual Veterans Town Hall at Abbot Hall tonight, starting at 6:30 p.m. It is open to all. Tomorrow, the town leads its Veterans Day program. See details here...
November 10, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Congressman Seth Moulton hosts his annual Veterans Town Hall at Abbot Hall tonight, starting at 6:30 p.m. It is open to all. Tomorrow, the town leads its Veterans Day program. See details here...
MHS girls soccer is on to the Elite after beating Oliver Ames High School in North Easton tonight, 1-0!
MHS takes on Longmeadow next ....
MHS takes on Longmeadow next ....
November 9, 2025 at 11:16 PM
MHS girls soccer is on to the Elite after beating Oliver Ames High School in North Easton tonight, 1-0!
MHS takes on Longmeadow next ....
MHS takes on Longmeadow next ....
Congrats to MHS girls soccer! The team heads to the Sweet 16 tomorrow in Easton ... after a thrilling, double-OT win against Walpole Wednesday night. Read more at: https://loom.ly/0WCfT40
November 8, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Congrats to MHS girls soccer! The team heads to the Sweet 16 tomorrow in Easton ... after a thrilling, double-OT win against Walpole Wednesday night. Read more at: https://loom.ly/0WCfT40
"I couldn't be prouder of the kids." Listen to the Current's interview with Magicians football coach Jim Rudloff after his team's 42-14 playoff win at Piper Field Friday night.
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Marblehead football takes home statement win over Shepherd Hill, 42-14 - Marblehead Current
The sixth-seed Marblehead Magicians football team returned to form at the perfect time with a 42-14 victory over the Shepherd Hill Rams in the Round of 16 of the MIAA Division 4 state tournament at Piper Field on Friday. “I couldn’t be prouder of the kids,” said head coach Jim Rudloff. “Last week was a
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November 8, 2025 at 5:34 AM
"I couldn't be prouder of the kids." Listen to the Current's interview with Magicians football coach Jim Rudloff after his team's 42-14 playoff win at Piper Field Friday night.
https://loom.ly/MXMjjTg
https://loom.ly/MXMjjTg
Are you ready for some football ... and volleyball ... and then girls soccer?
MHS football plays its first playoff game at Piper tonight, while the volleyball team heads to Longmeadow for its second playoff event. On Sunday, girls soccer heads to Easton for a Sweet 16 game!
Stay with the Current!
MHS football plays its first playoff game at Piper tonight, while the volleyball team heads to Longmeadow for its second playoff event. On Sunday, girls soccer heads to Easton for a Sweet 16 game!
Stay with the Current!
November 7, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Are you ready for some football ... and volleyball ... and then girls soccer?
MHS football plays its first playoff game at Piper tonight, while the volleyball team heads to Longmeadow for its second playoff event. On Sunday, girls soccer heads to Easton for a Sweet 16 game!
Stay with the Current!
MHS football plays its first playoff game at Piper tonight, while the volleyball team heads to Longmeadow for its second playoff event. On Sunday, girls soccer heads to Easton for a Sweet 16 game!
Stay with the Current!
"This is the home of patriots, from John Glover to everyone in this room. Liberty started here and continues here.”
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Veterans gather for annual breakfast, camaraderie - Marblehead Current
More than 80 Marblehead veterans enjoyed the annual Veterans Breakfast sponsored by the Masons at the Council on Aging Friday morning. “I come every year, every year,” said Walter Horan, who served in the Navy 1964-67, including one year in Vietnam. “I like seeing my old buddies.” John Capellotti, who served in the Air Force
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November 7, 2025 at 3:56 PM
"This is the home of patriots, from John Glover to everyone in this room. Liberty started here and continues here.”
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School Committee news: 3A defunds METCO; Ota stepping down
NEW: Schools chief says 3A noncompliance will defund METCO starting 2026-27 - Marblehead Current
UPDATE: Superintendent John Robidoux announced at a School Committee meeting Thursday that he recently learned METCO funding is dependent on a community’s compliance with 3A, the state's multifamily h...
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August 1, 2025 at 11:21 AM
School Committee news: 3A defunds METCO; Ota stepping down
Check out this pop-up public art installation built at Goldthwait Beach on Saturday! Is it a dragon? Roller coaster? Burst of energy? The artists say you can decide. But it's only up through Sunday. Stop by! And read more about it in next week's edition.
July 20, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Check out this pop-up public art installation built at Goldthwait Beach on Saturday! Is it a dragon? Roller coaster? Burst of energy? The artists say you can decide. But it's only up through Sunday. Stop by! And read more about it in next week's edition.
“Don’t get me wrong, it’s a very hard job at times,” she said. “I just love getting to spend more time with my grandfather and be out on the water. I feel like I appreciate Marblehead so much more, getting to see the sunrise and everything.”
Local teen testifies at State House supporting lobstering - Marblehead Current
Peighton Ridge, 19, has spent many summers lobstering with her grandfather on his boat, the Donald J. That made her especially qualified to testify at a State House hearing on July 8. “I shared my fir...
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July 17, 2025 at 2:55 PM
“Don’t get me wrong, it’s a very hard job at times,” she said. “I just love getting to spend more time with my grandfather and be out on the water. I feel like I appreciate Marblehead so much more, getting to see the sunrise and everything.”
If you have not already, make your plan to vote tomorrow.
New 3A zoning rules will be put to the test in Tuesday vote - Marblehead Current
Tuesday, July 8, is election day in Marblehead, when voters will decide whether to uphold or overturn Article 23, a zoning bylaw creating multifamily overlay districts in Marblehead required under the...
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July 7, 2025 at 6:34 PM
If you have not already, make your plan to vote tomorrow.
#Marblehead 250 gets a nice grant!
Marblehead lands $50K for 250th Revolutionary celebrations - Marblehead Current
Marblehead has received a $50,000 grant from the Massachusetts 250 Grant Program to support its “Sails & Stories: Marblehead 250” project, a yearlong series of events celebrating the town’s vital role...
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July 4, 2025 at 11:20 AM
#Marblehead 250 gets a nice grant!