Woman accused in fatal fire ready for trial, 10 years later Nov 28, 2008
"No constitutional rights have been violated, and if any further legal issues arise, we will address them in court," said Steve O'Connell, a spokesman for the Essex district attorney's office. "We decline to address them outside of court proceedings.". (Boston Globe)
Sandy Ruby, Co-Founder of Tech Hifi, Dies at 67 Nov 27, 2008
He spent his earliest years on army bases, but he grew up mostly in the towns of Essex Fells and South Orange. After graduating from Phillips Academy in Andover, Mass. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
More charges expected in office break-ins Nov 27, 2008
Hayley said police believe Gainley broke into the Essex County Correctional Officers Association, the Prestige Insurance Agency and another office. Hayley said Gainley ransacked all three offices in the process. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
West Boxford Winter Festival schedule Nov 27, 2008
Community Giving Tree provides low income families in Essex Country with donated children s clothing, baby equipment, school supplies, toiletries, and other everyday essentials. To volunteer or donate visit www. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Georgetown football team hoping for right numbers combination Nov 27, 2008
Go Georgetown, beat Manchester Essex could be the first part of some posters that Royals faithful will be carrying on Thanksgiving ... That game, and not the Georgetown vs. Manchester Essex game, will decide whether or not Georgetown will play football in December, with the Super Bowl tournament beginning on Dec. 2 ... The Royals are facing an undefeated Manchester Essex team (see attached story), one which is already situated for the playoffs. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Urban Violence Subcommittee, co-chaired by local DA, issues report Nov 27, 2008
Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley and Essex District Attorney Jonathan W. Blodgett, co-chairs of the Urban Violence Subcommittee of the Governor s Anti-Crime Council, presented the subcommittee s findings to Gov. Deval Patrick and the other members of the Anti-Crime Council Thursday. The subcommittee s , entitled Urban Violence in the Commonwealth: Prevention, Intervention and Rehabilitation, outlines the subcommittee s recommendations for improving public safety and highlights a... (Georgetown Record, MA)
Swamp Walk wins ConCom approval Nov 26, 2008
With approval from Essex County Greenbelt, and now Danvers, he will meet with Wenham officials in hopes of sealing the deal, he said. Since a portion of the conservation property involved is in Wenham, he will need the go ahead from the Wenham s Board of Selectman, who will meet to hear the proposal on Tuesday, Dec. 2, and the Wenham Conservation Commission, who will meet later in the month. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Fifth female joins police department Nov 26, 2008
She interned with Essex County Sheriff Frank Cousins in the summer for five years, and she has been working there while waiting for an opening in Danvers. Every time the chief came to the office, I made sure I was down at the door, she laughingly said. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Judge denies Scully dismissal Nov 24, 2008
Neither a spokesman for the Essex County District Attorney s office nor Ranta returned phone message as of early Friday afternoon. Loading commenting interface. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
100 years ago Nov 24, 2008
Among the questions fro discussion is whether the board will join the Essex County Board of Trade. Rev. E.A. Hoyt will deliver his lecture on Simple Simon s Philosophy of Life. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Surviving the housing crisis Nov 23, 2008
If you have any questions please call me at the Elder Law Center, One Essex Street, Saugus, MA 01906, 781-233-4444. To view this or any prior article, visit our Web site at www. (Burlington Union, MA)
Biopure lays off most of few remaining employees Nov 22, 2008
4 million of its assets will be acquired by Bank of Essex, of Tappahannock, Va. Its four branches will reopen Monday as offices of Bank of Essex. (Boston Globe)
Tisei: Local food pantries offer help for the holidays Nov 21, 2008
Here is just a small sampling of the programs that service the Middlesex and Essex district: Bread of Life, which is located at 511 Main St. in Malden, offers a food pantry that services the residents of Malden, Medford, Everett, Melrose, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefield, Reading, North Reading and Winchester. The food pantry is open from 4-6 p.m. on Wednesdays and from 2-4 p.m. on Fridays, and clients can return every four weeks to pick up groceries. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Malden Police Log for Nov. 10-16 Nov 21, 2008
1:07 a.m., Salem Street, missing person 12:28 p.m., Belmont Street, car break-in 1:42 p.m., Winter Street, breaking and entering 4:56 p.m., Charles Street, shoplifting 6:16 p.m., Essex Street, car break-in 9:45 p.m., Oliver Street, breaking and entering Wednesday, Nov. 12 Arrests: Xiomara Wilson, 23, 18 Patty s Way, Lynn, was arrested at 12:07 a.m. on Grape Street and was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon. 12:07 a.m., Grape Street, assault with a dangerous weapon 1:52 a.m., Porter... (Malden Observer, MA)
Getting a head start on college Nov 21, 2008
The average tuition for a three-credit college course this year at Northern Essex Community College is $333 ... At Northern Essex you have different people with different skill sets in class with you ... The (dual enrollment) classes at Northern Essex and Amesbury High School are a lot different than each other, Williams said. (Amesbury News, MA)
Pucko: Pipeline to Paradise Nov 21, 2008
THE BILLS OF ESSEX JUNCTION. On a Sunday afternoon in Essex Junction, Vermont, the Back Stage Bar and Grill is the place to be ... She still asks people, "Flutie or Johnson?" That age old debate still lives in Essex Junction. (R News)
ENHC: Border to Boston Trail brochure available Nov 21, 2008
In spite of these variables, we at Essex Heritage remain positive about the long-term outlook for the region and stand ready with programs and assistance to facilitate whenever possible for communities or organizations that need our help ... This fall, the regional coalition that the Essex Heritage Commission helped organize, released a descriptive new brochure that focuses on the progress to date and the future plans for the Border to Boston Trail ... Essex Heritage is particularly indebted to... (Danvers Herald, MA)
Project redefines mobile home Nov 21, 2008
It will be stored there until next month when it will be assembled with other sections at the site of the new dorm at Essex and Winter streets ... The $8 million project broke ground this summer at the corner of Essex and Winter streets. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Police briefs: Angry wife beats woman, accuses her of affair Nov 20, 2008
Ave. at Essex Street for a report of a fight at about 3:50 p.m. on Nov. 12. Upon arrival, they found a 41-year-old homeless man on the ground, dazed and bloody. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Honda North gives to blood donor Nov 20, 2008
Welter was one of three finalists in the Honda Civic giveaway promotion developed to help increase blood supplies in Essex County ... This year, we not only met our goal for donations, but we also attracted 300 first time donors in Essex County, an accomplishment for which we are very proud. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Scanlon unveils $3.5m drainage, sewer plans Nov 20, 2008
The study area, which is broadly bounded by Essex Street, Hurd Stadium, Cross Street and Cross Lane and Sally Milligan Park, will try to figure out a way to reduce inflow and infiltration in to the sewer system. Residents in the area have experienced sewer backups into their homes during large rainstorms. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Fire Log: Nov. 10-16 Nov 19, 2008
Friday, Nov. 14 Odor of natural gas reported in the area of Essex Road, 6:47 p.m. Accident on Market Street resulted in injuries, 7:32 p.m.. Saturday, Nov. 15 Medical assistance given on Topsfield Road, 9:52 a.m. Medical assistance given on Country Club Way, 10:07 a.m. A car ran into a tree on Linebrook Road, 12:35 p.m. Medical assistance given at Agawam Village, 11:26 p.m.. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Dorchester motorist charged in hit-run Nov 18, 2008
PEABODY Man's body found at apartment complex The body of a 28-year-old man was discovered on the tennis courts of an apartment complex on Keys Drive yesterday morning, said a spokesperson from the Essex district attorney's office. An unidentified individual called authorities about 10:17 a.m. after finding the body of a man later identified as Nicholas Coughlin. (Boston Globe)
Malden Police Logs, Nov. 3-9 Nov 18, 2008
David Johnson, 42, 35 Essex St., Malden, was arrested at 5:01 p.m. on Charles Street and was charged with shoplifting by asportation. 8:26 a.m., Pleasant Street, breaking and entering 12:52 p.m., Hanover Street, car break-in 5:01 p.m., Charles Street, shoplifting 10:54 p.m., Malden Street, car theft. (Malden Observer, MA)
Free adoption information meetings Nov 18, 2008
Wide Horizons For Children will host a free international adoption information meeting Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon at Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St., Beverly. Wide Horizons For Children is the largest nonprofit adoption and child welfare agency in the Northeast. (Amesbury News, MA)
Police and fire log Nov 18, 2008
2:50 p.m. Harassment involving an alarming letter reported on Essex Street. 7:09 p.m. Abandoned 911 call reported on Endicott Road. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
The Beverly Bee Nov 18, 2008
Local author Nathaniel Philbrick's history of the whaling ship the Essex, In the Heart of the Sea, the Bee's choice, whose plight inspired part of Moby Dick, came in second with 35 percent. The novel, Run, by Ann Patchett finished a distant third. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Good Samaritans chase suspect in theft Nov 14, 2008
The festival was scheduled for Feb. 14 and 15 in Essex. It has drawn thousands of spectators to the town each year to celebrate the return of the winter population of bald eagles to the lower Connecticut River. (Boston Globe)
UMass Cross Country Teams Set For NCAA Regional Qualifier Nov 14, 2008
Expected to round out the scoring for the Minutemen will be junior (Essex Falls, N.J.) and senior (Hampden, Mass. . (Umassathletics.com)
Letter: Congrats to Rep. LItalien Nov 14, 2008
Barbara L Italien, who won last Tuesday s election for the 18th Essex House seat. She has demonstrated a commitment to the environment that reflects her constituents values, from expanding public transportation to protecting open space to encouraging new renewable energy development. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Job fair for veterans and others Nov 14, 2008
A Salute to Veterans job fair, open to all, will take place Friday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Northern Essex Community College s Technology Center, on the college s Haverhill campus at 100 Elliott St. For updates, visit www. valleyworks. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Redbrick Arts Center may survive bankruptcy Nov 14, 2008
43 million verdict in favor of the condo owners after no answer or other defense has been filed by the said defendants, an Essex County Superior Court judge wrote. The verdict included a $1. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Circling the Square, Nov. 13, 2008 Nov 13, 2008
Last Thursday I attended a terrific exhibit at the Peabody Essex Museum called To the Ends of the Earth Painting the Polar Landscape ... I admit it s been a long time since I ve been to the Peabody Essex Museum and I m sorry. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Briefs (Nov. 13) Nov 12, 2008
In addition to passes to the Children s Museum, the Discovery Museums in Acton, the Garden in the Woods, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Science, the New England Quilt Museum and the Massachusetts State Parks System, the library now has passes to the Harvard Museum of Natural History, the Harvard University Art Museums, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, the Peabody Essex Museum and the New England Aquarium. The passes vary in their... (Needham Tab, MA)
Police Log: Nov. 3-9 Nov 12, 2008
Monday, Nov. 3 Commercial burglar alarm activation on Old Right Road, 6 a.m. School incident, High Street, 8:32 a.m. Legal advice given on Bunker Hill Road, 9:54 a.m. Gas line on Central Street struck, 10:06 a.m. Legal advice given on Hawk Hill Lane, 1:50 p.m. Check on truck with an uncovered load on Essex Road, 3:13 p.m. Commercial burglar alarm activation on South Main Street, 5:32 p.m. Assistance rendered on Hillside Road, 6:29 p.m. Erratic operator on Mile Lane reported, 8:28 p.m.. Tuesday,... (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Letter: An abundance of support at the Boxford toy fair Nov 12, 2008
All proceeds from the toy fair will benefit Community Giving Tree, a non-profit organization that provides children s clothing, baby equipment, and everyday necessities like diapers and toiletries to some of the neediest families in Essex County. We are deeply grateful to all of the many enthusiastic volunteers who worked tirelessly throughout the week to help us prepare for the toy fair including Girl Scout and Brownie troops, Cub Scouts, Masco students, North Shore Community College Trio... (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Manchester man faces drug, porn charges in Mass. Nov 11, 2008
The Attorney General announced Monday that an Essex County Grand Jury returned indictments against 40-year-old Clarence Newcomb of Manchester and charges dissemination of child pornography, distribution of a class B substance, distribution of class C substance, distribution of a class A substance, and possession of A class B substance. Officials allege that Newcomb sold crystal methamphetamine in and around the Haverhill and Danvers areas. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Read Indepth Article Nov 10, 2008
To the Ends of the Earth, Painting the Polar Landscape - Peabody Essex Museum - absolutearts ... Featuring more than 50 works depicting the drama and magnificence of setting out to sea in the Arctic and Antarctic regions, To the Ends of the Earth, Painting the Polar Landscape opens November 8, 2008, at the Peabody Essex Museum. (AbsoluteArts.com)
To the Ends of the Earth, Painting the Polar Landscape Nov 10, 2008
At the limits of geography and physical endurance, artist-explorers found the ultimate inspiration in polar vistas they encountered in the 19th- and early 20th centuries. "Never before have so many outstanding Western paintings of the Arctic and Antarctic been brought together in one place," said Sam Scott, PEM associate curator of Maritime Art and History, and curator of the exhibition. (AbsoluteArts.com)
LETTER: Thanks to festival helpers and winners Nov 8, 2008
We would like to thank the following people for helping us make it happen: the Essex County Sheriff s Department for the pumpkins; Nunan s in Georgetown for the hay bales; Interact Club members Carly LaMontagne, Meagan LaMontagne, Harriet Gerakis, Ally Schultz, Jade Weisensee, Tara Kaminski, Peter Seiss, Tor Johannason, Rachel Hadley and Alyssa Beecy; and Peer Leaders Nathaniel French, Isabella Robinson, Jessica McFadden, Sally Michals, Meagan Gallagher, Kayleigh McKeon, Lyann Harding-Lu and... (Amesbury News, MA)
COLUMN: Do you know what to do in an emergency? Nov 8, 2008
Special thanks go to Dr Jim DiTolla and the students of Northern Essex Community College as well as Citizen Academy alumni, Sue Wollitz, Curtis Wollitz, Fred Sawin, Barb Fecteau and Pam Carabba. This important child safety event, which is totally free, is another great example of the work the Freemasons provide to our community. (Amesbury News, MA)
Essex Heritage announces awards Nov 8, 2008
Over 100 regional dignitaries and constituents filled Emerson Hall in Topsfield as Essex Heritage Essex National Heritage Commission appointed a new slate of officers, elected 11 new commissioners and announced the winners of its Pioneer in Partnership and Special Recognition awards at its annual meeting, held on Oct. 21 ... It was especially gratifying to have so many of our elected officials to attend and show their support for the Essex Heritage mission, said Annie C. Harris, executive... (Danvers Herald, MA)
Paganelli receives top honor Nov 7, 2008
Georgetowns Dick Paganelli, former chair of the Recreational Path Committee, receives a Pioneer in Partnership Award from Essex National Heritage Commission ... Richard Paganelli was awarded a Pioneer in Partnership Award from Essex National Heritage Commission at its annual meeting Oct. 21 in Topsfield ... ENHC Pioneer in Partnership awards are given to individuals and/or organizations that have taken a leadership role in encouraging regional cooperation to preserve and promote the... (Georgetown Record, MA)
No, Yes, Yes Nov 6, 2008
2008 Massachusetts general election results - Boston. Local Search Site Search. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Obama wins handily in Ipswich Nov 6, 2008
Tarr ran unopposed for his seat in the First Essex and Middlesex Senatorial District; he received 6,394 votes in Ipswich and went on to be re-elected in the district ... Hill went on to retain his seat in the 4th Essex District. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
City examines source of missing water Nov 6, 2008
In addition Gere said the DPW is just wrapping up repairing a large segment of sewer on Essex Street. Loading commenting interface. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Man dies in collision with MBTA train Nov 5, 2008
Transit police are investigating with the help of Salem police and Essex County District Attorney Jonathan W. Blodgett. Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Reading joins nation in choosing Obama Nov 5, 2008
Incumbent Councillor Michael J. Callahan, D-Medford, Incumbent Middlesex and Essex districts Senator Richard R. Tisei, R-Wakefield, newcomer 30th Middlesex District representative James Dwyer, D-Woburn, and newcomer Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, D-Medford, ran unopposed. Staff Writer Stephen Vittorioso can be reached at 978-371-5737 or at svittori@cnc. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Police Log: Oct. 27-Nov. 1 Nov 5, 2008
Monday, Oct. 27 Check on a person on Hammatt Street, 1:18 a.m. Check on a vehicle on Turnpike Road, 2:03 a.m. Burglar alarm activation at Doyon School, 5:54 a.m. A window on Edge Street was broken, 7:07 a.m. Motor vehicle complaint on Linebrook Road, 8:42 a.m. Police transport prisoner to courthouse in Newburyport, 11:25 a.m. A suspicious person was reported on School Street, 11:36 a.m. A license plate was found on Bunker Hill Road, 12:15 p.m. Burglar alarm activation on Jurdin Hill Road, 1:14... (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Obama/Biden win Ipswich Nov 5, 2008
Brad Hill (R-Ipswich), both running for re-election in the 4th Essex District, were triumphant in Ipswich as well. Tarr ran unopposed and received 6,394 votes. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
McCain, Kerry, Brennan out on top in Georgetown Nov 5, 2008
According to reports Question 4 has passed in the 18th Essex. Loading commenting interface. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Voter turnout approaching 50 percent by mid afternoon Nov 5, 2008
That precinct includes streets off Dodge Street east of the railroad crossing and some side streets from Essex Street near Hawk Hill ... As of 2:10 p.m. a Citizen staffer voting at the Ward 2, Precinct 2, polling place, the Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St., had no wait to vote and reported no parking problems. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Choices on Election Day Nov 4, 2008
Elsewhere in the state we support House minority leader Bradley H. Jones Jr. of North Reading for reelection in the 20th Middlesex District, and Republican Bradford R. Hill of Ipswich in the Fourth Essex District. Also for reelection, we support Barbara A. L'Italien, Democrat of Andover, in the 18th Essex District, and Thomas P. Conroy, Democrat of Wayland, who is in a rematch for his 13th Middlesex seat. (Boston Globe)
Religious events and services Nov 1, 2008
Wednesday, Nov. 5: 9:30 a.m. Essex Association Women s Fellowship-Beverly; 11 a.m., Bible study; 3-6 p.m., Steppe Up In; 4 p.m., Channel 12 service replay; 7 p.m., Council. Thursday, Nov. 6: 7 p.m., Choir. (Amesbury News, MA)
Men's And Women's Cross Country Prepare For Atlantic 10 Championships Nov 1, 2008
Junior (Essex Falls, N.J.) can also lead the pack, finishing first at the last meet in Terre Haute, Ind. Brothers David and (Ludlow, Mass. (Umassathletics.com)
FIRST Robot Team holds Kitchens of Melrose tour Oct 31, 2008
Tickets for the Kitchens of Melrose tour will be available through Brad Hutchinson Real Estate, 193 Green St., Melrose; ReMax Heritage Real Estate, 653 Main St., Melrose; CENTURY 21 Sexton & Donohue, 29 Essex St., Melrose; and the Melrose Chamber of Commerce, 1 West Foster St., Melrose. For more information, contact James Horne at 781-333-4952. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Column: Trick or treat Friday, and C.H.I.P. Saturday Oct 31, 2008
Local dentist Dr. James DiTolla and students from the Dental Program at Northern Essex Community College will also be participating. When a child becomes lost or missing, it s important to have help to find them. (Amesbury News, MA)
VNA looks at Hospice Awareness Month Oct 31, 2008
Hospice volunteer opportunities are available in eastern and central Massachusetts including: Amesbury, Andover, Annisquam, Beverly, Billerica, Boxford, Bradford, Byfield, Chelmsford, Danvers, Dracut, Essex, Georgetown, Gloucester, Groveland, Hamilton, Hathorne, Haverhill, Ipswich, Lynn, Lynnfield, Magnolia, Manchester, Marblehead, Merrimac, Methuen, Middleton, Newbury, Newburyport, North Andover, North Reading, Peabody, Plum Island, Reading, Rockport, Rowley, Salem, Salisbury, Saugus,... (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Senior notes Oct 31, 2008
With regret, the Essex County TRIAD Program has suspended the distribution of 911 emergency cellular phones to residents served by the Essex County TRIAD program ... Through Northern Essex Elder Transport, Inc., the Georgetown Council on Aging provides local elders with rides to medical appointments ... Northern Essex Elder Transport. (Georgetown Record, MA)
EDITORIAL: Ehrlich for state rep Oct 30, 2008
That, however, is not what we see and the simple truth is that no Republican from the 8th Essex District is going to have an effective voice ... That said, there is one choice for an effective voice for the 8th Essex District and a stronger voice for Swampscott within it. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Eastern equine encephalitis patient dies Oct 29, 2008
BOSTON A 73-year-old Essex County man bitten repeatedly by mosquitoes while vacationing in northern New England has died from Eastern equine encephalitis, state health authorities said yesterday, a day after disclosing his illness. The man, whose identity was not released because of patient confidentiality laws, died Sunday, a spokesman for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health said, but authorities said they did not become aware of his death until yesterday. (Boston Globe)
Clean Water Action endorses Ehrlich Oct 29, 2008
Incumbent 8th Essex District state Rep. Lori Ehrlich, D-Marblehead, is among a slate of candidates endorsed Monday by environmental organization Clean Water Action. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Coastwatch to celebrate 18 years with global-warming presentation Oct 29, 2008
Salem Sound Coastwatch will celebrate its 18th year of improving and protecting the waters of Salem Sound and its watershed community of Marblehead with a presentation on Global Warming and New England at its annual meeting Thursday, Nov. 13 at the Peabody Essex Museum s Phillips Library ... The Phillips Library is located in Plummer Hall on Essex Street in Salem, across from the PEM, next to Armory Park. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Mass. man stricken by mosquito-borne EEE virus Oct 28, 2008
BOSTON (AP) -- Massachusetts health officials say a 73-year-old Essex County man is the state's first human victim of mosquito-borne Eastern equine encephalitis this year. The Department of Public Health said Monday the man is hospitalized with a guarded prognosis. (Concord Monitor)
Massachusetts man diagnosed with EEE Oct 28, 2008
The Essex County man, whose identity was not disclosed because of patient privacy laws, developed symptoms Sept. 21 while vacationing in Maine. During the two weeks before falling ill, the man had traveled extensively in Maine and New Hampshire, enjoying the outdoors. (Boston Globe)
