The year 2011 brought Hollywood, humor and controversy to town.
It also brought fire and water. In no small measure.
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There was a devastating fire and brutal flood, each of which landed hard hits on residents including destroyed residences and businesses and flooded homes.
And in each instance firefighters, police officers, public works employees and other town workers along with neighbors, friends and complete strangers rallied helping hands.
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These were among the topics that generated the greatest interest on the Swampscott Patch website.
Through Sunday we will list the Top 10 stories of 2011 in Swampscott ending with the top story on Sunday.
7) Condo Architects Sent Back to Drawing Boards
From April 28: Zoning Board criticizes designs of projects on Burrill Street and at Cap'n Jacks Inn site.
6) VIDEO/REUPDATED: 2 Bank Robbery Attempts in 40 Minutes
From April 27: Police are searching for a bank robbery suspect who allegedly tried to rob the Sovereign Bank in Swampscott and the Bank of America in Marblehead mid-afternoon Tuesday.
5) Hello Swampscott: Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis Shoot Scenes
From May 6: Mark Wahlberg and Mila Kunis shot scenes for the movie "Ted" at 441 Atlantic Ave. in Swampscott Thursday night.
*Note: The website went live right before Thanksgiving in 2010. Since the site was relatively new early in 2011 this might have influenced the interest generated in stories at that time.
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