Fireworks delayed due to storm scare, criticism soared. July 5th Lead Mills plans stuck with a 2-2 vote by selectmen. Five out of six received override, leaving Tucker's Wharf out of the picture. Traffic lights for Lafayette-Maple street intersection to be delivered free of charge due to the hard work of Sherm Eidelman, a retired Massachusetts Highway Department worker. Eidelman searched through the state maze to find a way to get the much needed lights in place.
Coyote fear wraps locals, experts downplay threat.
Recent sightings have put people on alert, but are reassured that the coyotes usually behave themselves. Forest City making Leggs Hill deal sweeter for Salem. The debate over the Lead Mills Property continues. This, and many other questions are to be addressed at the Public Hearing June 13th when Rich Bane, who's company, Bane Skilled Care Residences, owns the property will speak to the public. The annual Youth trip to Israel is canceled because of the latest violence in the Middle East.