News across Essex County

Schools launch discrimination reporting form, update METCO program
Marblehead Public Schools has launched a new discrimination reporting system designed to give students, staff and community members an easier way to report incidents — and help administrators identify patterns […] The post Schools launch discrimination reporting form, update…

Several leaks appear in new high school, Veterans School roofs after storm
Marblehead High School’s newly installed roof sprang 5-6 small leaks during the recent nor’easter, while the new roof at the Veterans School also allowed a small amount of water into […] The post Several leaks appear in new high school, Veterans School roofs after storm first…

School Committee to discuss giving Eveleth School property to town
The School Committee’s Facilities Subcommittee voted Wednesday to recommend turning the former Eveleth School property to the town, concluding that declining enrollment and available space in existing schools make it […] The post School Committee to discuss giving Eveleth School…

NEWS IN BRIEF: Public Power Week, new faith leader, MAA applications
The Current accepts News in Brief submissions of 150-200 words at info@marbleheadnews.org. No changes to MPS cellphone rules — for nowThe Marblehead Public Schools are sticking with their current […] The post NEWS IN BRIEF: Public Power Week, new faith leader, MAA applications…

Marblehead schools stick with current cellphone rules — for now
Marblehead Public Schools is sticking with its current cellphone rules for now, while administrators monitor how well those rules are working and state lawmakers consider broader restrictions. Superintendent John Robidoux […] The post Marblehead schools stick with current…

EDITORIAL: Numbers game
Let’s start with what’s most important, and what’s actually reassuring: When the new U.S. News & World Report ranked Marblehead High School 78th in Massachusetts, down 17 spots from 61st […] The post EDITORIAL: Numbers game first appeared on Marblehead Current .

Community, your VOICES matter! (Online Survey)
The design of Salem's new High School is underway! As part of this process, we have the opportunity to reflect on the image of Salem High School we put out into the world. Please share your feedback in this survey by 9/23/2026.