Summer Hires Approved For Recreation and Public Works Departments

The names of the new hires are listed below. The Board of Selectmen approved the hires at their board meeting Wednesday.

  Selectmen approved summer hires for the Recreation Department and Public Works Department at their meeting Wednesday. Town Administrator Tom Younger reported that there were more than 60 applicants for the Recreation Department openings and an estimated 25 applicants for Public Works positions. The town administrator said he interviewed applicants and pulled the names of hires out of a hat. Earlier this spring, selectmen engaged in contentious discussion related to the hiring of young people for summer jobs. Below is a list of the recreation 2013 hires, provided by the town. Eleven employees were hired for the seasonal Public Works positions.   2013 Summer Recreation Employee List   Returning Park League Stephanie Collins Jessica Fagundo…

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A Quasi Sabbatical for the High School Principal

Swampscott High's principal since 2010, Layne Millington, talks about his early departure.

Principal Layne Millington’s early departure from Swampscott High will give him more time with his family and time to transition to his new position in Marblehead. The time off will be a mini-sabbatical, of sorts, the principal said in an interview Wednesday. He will get to spend more time with injured and sick members of his family. His 11-year-old son is in a cast, having suffered a broken leg. His mom, a resident at Brooksby Village in Peabody, is sick. The principal’s last day at the school will be May 28, but he will be at the Class of 2013's graduation ceremony June 2. The principal said his focus, through June 2, will be on the graduating seniors, preparing for and seeing through their ceremonies. These include the class awards …

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Memorial Day BBQ? 8 Money-Saving Tricks

Who’s NOT planning a BBQ this weekend? If the weather holds and you’ve got propane or charcoal, chances are, you’re grilling something with your friends and family. Here, new ideas for keeping your costs down. Sponsored by Home Depot.

At Patch we like to be thrifty, so we talked to two barbeque experts and uncovered some really good ideas to help you save money on your next outdoor party.   1. Start with a marinade. This means planning ahead -- say, Friday. But it’s worth it, says Rick Browne, host of Barbeque America on PBS, because you can pass up that well-marbled ribeye steak and buy a less tender and less expensive choice to grill like a flank steak or chuck steak. Just marinate it or brine for one or two days and then cook long and slow on the barbeque grill to break down tissues but maintain moisture. “You need to include an acid in the marinade, perhaps juice, vinegar or soy sauce, but avoid cola which is so acidic it can turn meat into a soggy mess.” Try these…

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Meet Ken Leeder: Big Blue's New Girls Soccer Coach

One of five things to know in Swampscott today: The new soccer coach is a Jersey guy, originally, who lives in Cambridge, Mass.

1) Newsbit of the Day: Ken Leeder, 37, is the new coach for the Swampscott High varsity girls soccer team. The coach plans to meet with his players next week. Most recently he coached the girls team at Bergen Tech, in Hackensack, NJ. He coached two seasons, most recently in 2012. As a soccer player he played midfield at Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA. He looks forward to seeing what he has for players on the Swampscott team. His coaching philosophy? Being organized, playing good defense and working hard. The coach works in sales and lives Cambridge, MA.  2) Town and School Watch: The Harbor and Waterfront Advisory Committee meets at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Town Hall. 3) Swampscott Academics: Anthony DiLisio of Swampscott received a BA …

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Murray to Resign June 2; Patrick Calls Him 'Outstanding Partner'

Outgoing lieutenant governor said recent controversies had nothing to do with decision to resign.

Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Tim Murray said none of the controversies that have dogged him during his tenure on Beacon Hill contributed to his decision to announce his resignation. In a press conference at the State House Wednesday, Murray said his final day on the job will be June 2. The next day he will take over as president and CEO of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce where his salary will reportedly be around $200,000. In January, Murray said he had no intention of running for governor when Gov. Deval Patrick's term expires in January 2015. "This has been a very difficult but empowering decision," Murray said. "It has been an honor to serve as lieutenant governor." Patrick called Murray an "outstanding partner" during his time in …

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paul

6:14 am on Thursday, May 23, 2013

Upset, go out and get a job, any job. When you fill out your next application, make sure you do a spell check on it before handing it in.   more ›

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Girls Tennis Blanks Opponents Two in a Row

Anothe successful season well underway for the Big Blue girls.

The Swampscott girls tennis team is continuing its winning ways. They won Friday against Saugus 5-0 (home).  And Monday they won 5-0 against Winthrop (away game).

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You Asked: What's Opening in Remaining Space at Former Blockbuster's

The additional business is expected to open in early summer.

Verizon will sell cell phone equipment in a showroom in part of the former Blockbuster location on Paradise Road. The communications company needs a use permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals, and, after receiving it, must wait 20 days before opening, said Rich Baldacci of the Swampscott Building Department. The use permit is required of any new business that seeks a permit to open in the business complex at 1016 Paradise Road, in keeping with the original decision by the Planning Board, rendered when the retail spaces were constructed. Town Planner Pete Kane said Verizon has applied for a use permit and is expected on the ZBA agenda June 19. The entire Blockbuster space is 4,700 square feet. Qdoba Mexican grill is preparing to open in …

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Pat_George

4:58 pm on Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Do you mean steak? like strip sirloin?   more ›