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A2 Wednesday, May 24, 2023 Marblehead Current
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS Buyer(s)
Seller(s)
Address
Date
Price
Schultzmadeline P Est and Eric S. Schultz
10 Ames Road
May 5
$565,000
Robyn and Marilyn J. Peterson
23 Winthrop Ave.
May 1
$1,272,500
Garage 17 Rt and Eric Levy
38 Intrepid Circle Lot G17
May 5
$32,000
David W. Cronin and Francine B. Rinfret-Cronin
57 Green St.
May 3
$515,000
Bruce A. and Lori A. Ehrlich
84 Robert Road
May 4
$2,600,000
Gary Marcos and Leanne Tirilok
115 Rockaway Ave.
May 5
$1,500,000
Phv RET and Peter H. Vallis
160 Green St.
May 4
$512,500
James and Terri Lombard
2 Burke Drive
May 5
$1,080,000
Hannah Stone
12 Clark St.
May 5
$560,000
Consulting Editor - Kris Olson
Denise Singley 2019 RET and Denise Singley
21 Prospect Ave.
May 1
$870,000
Alfonso G. Diaz and Blathin Wong
40 Norfolk Ave.
May 3
$830,000
Associate Editor/Senior Reporter - Leigh Blander
Jackson and Pamela Jaques
87 Eastman Ave.
May 4
$549,000
Marblehead Robyn Peterson Joseph and Nicole Hanlon Judith A. Zissulis Keith Larsen Joseph Paradiso and Soraya Taleb Andrea E. Crompton and Benjamin F. Ruback 160 Green Street LLC Swampscott Ian C. and Kathleen D. Anderson Sergio R. Betancur and Jennifer O. Rojo Andrea and Scott Schwartz Robert B. Turner and Mary E. Zick-Turner Christopher and Stephanie Janian
NEWS FOR PEOPLE, NOT FOR PROFIT. CO-CHAIRPERSONS
Jessica Barnett Ed Bell NEWSROOM Community Editor - Will Dowd wdowd@marbleheadnews.org kolson@marbleheadnews.org
lblander@marbleheadnews.org
Sports Reporter Joe McConnell jmcconnell@marbleheadnews.org
JUNE ELECTION
Parent group pushing for $2.5M override BY LEIGH BLANDER Local parents who support the $2.5 million permanent tax override on the ballot in the June 20 election are launching a “Vote Yes for Marblehead” campaign. “Vote Yes for Marblehead will be working in the coming weeks to advocate for the successful passage of the override,” the committee said in a statement to the Marblehead Current. “As residents, taxpayers and parents, we simply could not stand by
silently while critical public safety and education services are at risk of being drastically reduced.” The override, which will prevent cuts in the schools and other town departments, including police and fire, passed by more than a two-thirds vote at Town Meeting this month. School Committee Chair Sarah Fox is confident the Vote Yes committee is up to the task. “It’s a great group of energetic parents who are committed to getting out the word about
what’s represented in the override,” Fox said, adding that the override is critical to the schools. “We are simply asking to stay at level services. We’re not adding things. This really is because of the financial situation we’re in.” If the override does not pass, the district will need to cut 33 positions along with several programs, including freshmen sports and language classes, according to Schools Superintendent John Buckey.
Staff who might be laid off have already been notified but they won’t receive official pink slips until after the override vote. Those cuts won’t just be felt next year, Buckey said. “The downriver is really the problem. The impact to students will be compounded over time.” Stay with the Current for continuing coverage of the June 20 override vote, along with elections for School Committee, Select Board and other town positions.
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Democrats to elect state convention delegates June 3 On Saturday, June 3 at 10:30 a.m., Democrats will convene in person at the Village School cafeteria, 93 Village St., to elect 14 delegates and four alternates to represent Marblehead at the 2023 State Democratic Convention. Registered and pre-registered Democrats in Marblehead 16 years old by May 23 may vote and be elected as delegates or alternates during the caucus. Youth (age 16 to 35), people with disabilities, people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community not elected as delegates or alternates are encouraged to apply to be add-on delegates at the caucus or by visiting massdems.org/ massdems-convention. The 2023 convention will be in person at the Tsongas Arena in Lowell on Sept. 23. Those interested in getting involved with the Marblehead Democratic Town Committee should contact Kathy Hempel at kathy_hempel@yahoo.com or 617-548-8517.
Voting by mail allowed
No-excuse early voting by mail is available for the June 20 town election. Ballots can be requested using the state Vote by Mail application. A written request including the voter’s name, voting address, mailing address and signature is also acceptable. Applications for both mail-in and absentee ballots must be received by 5 p.m. on the fifth business day before the election, which in this case is June 12. More details about absentee ballot eligibility can be found on the state’s website. The deadline for voter registration is June 9. Town Clerk Robin Michaud emphasizes that all ballots must be returned to her office by the close of polls on Election Day. As there is no drop box, ballots must be handdelivered or mailed. For comprehensive voting information, visit the state’s website at https://bit.ly/3o4Tvkt.
Nominate an unsung hero Marblehead’s Special Education Parent Advisory Council is set to hold its Unsung
Hero event in June. This annual event salutes the unsung heroes in the special education community who make significant contributions, often beyond their expected responsibilities. These heroes can be anyone from the school or local community who have demonstrated exemplary work in supporting special education. Every nomination should detail one individual, sharing a brief story of their impact on the special education community or an individual within it. To nominate an unsung hero, visit bit.ly/3M3CZtf.
Rotary Club camperships
Marblehead Rotary Club Co-Presidents Nancy Gwin and Blair Lord of the Rotary Club of Marblehead announced the availability of funds for local children in need of financial assistance to attend summer camps. The Rotary Club raises funds for camperships through its annual summer lobster raffle, with over $219,716 awarded to more than 380 children in the past 23 years. Gwin and Lord said the goal is to help children attend their chosen camp, with popular local options including the Marblehead Park and Recreation Department’s playground camp, YMCA’s Children’s Island and Camp Rotary. Camperships may be up to $500 per child, and children living in Marblehead can receive assistance twice. Call or email Ellen Winkler at 781-631-6404 or ewinkler@ emwinklerlaw.com with questions or to request an application for a campership. Each household needs to fill out one form. Applications will be handled on a first-come, firstserved basis.
Council on Aging speaker series Join Mike Michaud, fleet captain at the Boston Yacht Club, as he delves into the captivating history and importance of Marblehead’s renowned sailing tradition. Discover the secrets behind this picturesque town’s sailing legacy on Wednesday, June 21 at 1 p.m. The event is part of the Marblehead Council on Aging Speaker Series and will take place at the Marblehead Council On Aging. “Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the fascinating world of Marblehead’s sailing heritage,” said organizers.
Road Race Series returns
The Marblehead Road Race Series is set to restart in 2023, featuring four 5K road races between May 21 and Nov. 5, offering participants the opportunity to compete, win prizes and support charitable causes. The series, launched by Marblehead resident Bill Park and active from 2013 to 2019, was paused during the pandemic. With road races resuming in 2022, Park and three other race organizers are relaunching the series to foster collaboration, exchange ideas, and build a community among running and walking enthusiasts. Participation in the Road Race Series is free, aside from individual race fees. Participants who register for and complete all four events will be eligible for a hooded sweatshirt, with potential prizes for overall winners. The four 5Ks include: » May 21, Head to the Hill 5K: Sponsored by Lynch-van Otterloo YMCA, supporting YMCA Corner Stone, a program providing support to cancer patients, survivors, and families. Register at bit. ly/3oNdxA1 » Oct. 1, Run for the Fund 5K: Sponsored by Marblehead Dollars for Scholars, supporting need-based college scholarships for local students. Register at bit. ly/3n8XmNc » Oct. 14, Miles for Mary 5K Walk/Run: Sponsored by Miles for Mary, supporting brain cancer research at Mass General Cancer Center in memory of Mary Park. Register at milesformary.com » Nov. 5, Marblehead Rotary Club: Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Marblehead, supporting a mindfulness program for the mental health and well-being of Marblehead youth. Register at bit. ly/3NjgeDP Park stressed that it is essential to run the Head to the Hill 5K in order to “preserve your chance to complete a Grand Slam of participating in all four races and earn a Marblehead Road Race Series hoodie designating that accomplishment.” Part of the appeal of the Series is that it boosts all the races and beneficiary charities of these races. Registration links for each of the races can be found on the website: marbleheadraceseries. com.
Park continued by stating that all four events are “fun events with challenging courses” in Marblehead. “Each event is a wellrun event managed by experienced sponsors and all are organized to support worthy causes,” Park added, noting that all participants in the YMCA Head to the Hill 5K race will automatically be entered in the Series with no need for separate registration.
Birdwatching program
Mass Audubon is hosting a free bird-watching walk at Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary on Friday, May 26, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Participants will learn about bird migration, breeding behavior and basic identification skills. Although the event is free, registration is required at bit. ly/3Mnmtpy. The event is made possible by the Marblehead Cultural Council.
Community Golf Day rescheduled The Marblehead Select Board invites you to participate in the Community Golf Day, which has been rescheduled to Monday, Oct. 23, at Tedesco Country Club, 154 Tedesco St. Registration begins at 10 a.m., with an 11 a.m. tee-off, rain or shine. The $175 player fee includes a round of golf with a cart, a box lunch, a post-play celebration with awards, hors d’oeuvres and beer or wine. To learn more, visit bit.ly/3ZWr8Sm. The event supports the Marblehead Counseling Center, which has served Marblehead, Swampscott and surrounding communities since 1969. MCC provides mental health counseling, family support services, community education and charitable assistance.
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Appointed vacancies
The town is currently seeking volunteers to fill several vacancies on appointed boards, commissions and committees. Potential candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume to the Select Board, Abbot Hall, 188 Washington St., or via email at wileyk@ marblehead.org. For more information, contact the Select Board’s Office at 781631-0000. Below is a list of open positions: » Task Force Against Discrimination, one-year term. » Affordable Housing Trust Fund, one-year term.
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