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More than a few newcomers to the baseball top 20

Sun, 19 May 2013 22:40:13 GMT

It took No. 8 North Reading 17 games to suffer its first loss, a 2-1 decision to Masconomet on Saturday. The loss dropped Frank Careys crew one spot from last week, giving Danvers the No. 7 spot after a...

Subtle changes in baseball Top 20

Sun, 12 May 2013 22:50:56 GMT

By Alex Hall, Globe Correspondent No. 1 St. Johns Prep continues to roll along this season, taking down Xaverian and St. Johns of Shrewsbury before traveling to Chelmsford and Catholic Memorial for road victories. The Eagles easily retain their top...

Clark School offers 25% discount to Danvers residents and business owners

Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Clark School, a member of the Danvers community for over 35 years, is pleased to announce a 25% discount to Danvers residents and/or business owner applying for Kindergarten through second grade.

St. John's Prep announces new middle school program and campus initiatives

Thu, 09 May 2013 19:00:03 GMT

St. Johns Prep in Danvers has announced the launch of "Prep 20/20," a strategic plan that centers on academic excellence, student life and the schools mission to encourage students in developing their spiritual, intellectual, moral, physical, and creative potential.

Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs to speak about state's goals

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Richard K. Sullivan Jr., Secretary of the Commonwealths Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EOEEA) which holds the shared mission of bringing clean energy technology to market, curbing greenhouse gas emissions, cutting energy costs and preserving our natural resources, will speak at the May North Shore Technology Council breakfast event about the states energy and environment goals and priorities.

'Beauty and the Beast' and 'Peggy, the Pint-Sized Pirate' premiere this weekend

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT

A comedy version of Beauty and the Beast and Peggy, the Pint-Sized Pirate will be presented by the Theatre of Light Playhouse on Sunday, May 5th.

St. John's Prep takes over top spot in baseball top 20

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:28:06 GMT

By Alex Hall, Globe Correspondent St. Johns Prep takes over the new No. 1 spot in the top 20 after defeating BC High, 6-5, last Wednesday on the road. Newton North is still undefeated at 10-0 but the the Preps...

First responders awards ceremony in Danvers postponed due to bomber chase

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:35:38 GMT

Due to the recent developments regarding suspects responsible for the Boston Marathon bombings, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has postponed the Action Ambulance Awards Ceremony until further notice.

Deputy administrator of FEMA to speak in Danvers

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 23:05:18 GMT

The Deputy Commissioner of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Richard Serino, is scheduled to be the featured speaker at the Action Ambulance Awards Ceremony on Friday night.

Kickstart your health at the Danvers Library, May 1

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT

EVENT: Food for Life: Kickstart Your Health Wednesday, May 1 ~ 6:30pm

International Cars, Ltd. donates $10,000 for First Responders and American Red Cross Month

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The International Cars, Ltd. (ICL) family of dealerships invited its customers and community to join them this past March for their 3rd Annual First Responders Sales Drive. The dealerships, which include Honda North in Danvers, MA and New Hampshires Dover Chevrolet, Dover Honda, Audi Stratham, and Porsche Stratham, offered first responders and emergency personnel employee pricing throughout March, which is American Red Cross Month.

John Duella named St. John's Prep head varsity basketball coach

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:34:24 GMT

By Mary Pavlu, Globe Correspondent After St. Johns Prep head varsity basketball coach Sean Connolly stepped down in March, athletic director Jim OLeary didnt have to look far for a replacement. In a news conference at the school Monday at...

North Andover school to hold kitchen tour fundraiser

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:45:26 GMT

The Saint Michael School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) in North Andover has teamed up with Heartwood Kitchens in Danvers to host a unique kitchen tour experience featuring "The Ultimate Dinner Party" as the theme.

All Saints Episcopal Church hosts celebration and supper

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The Sunday School children at All Saints Episcopal Church, at 46 Cherry Street -- across the street from Town Hall -- have been working hard to prepare some 432 colorful Easter Eggs, filled with delicious jelly bean treats, which will be part of the fun Easter Egg hunt at All Saints, Sunday March 31. The event, supervised by our Sunday School teachers, takes place immediately after the 10 a.m. service.

Ninety-two local students, from 58 schools, win national medals from National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 16:49:47 GMT

Young Massachusetts artists and writers were honored with national medals 57 for art and 35 for writing in the 90th Annual National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, according to a press release.

Danvers High band struts up Fifth Avenue in NYC St. Patrick's Day parade

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:42:56 GMT

The Danvers High School band marched up Fifth Avenue on Saturday in New York City's 252 Annual St. Patrick's Day parade. The 160-member band played "I'm Shipping Up To Boston," the Celtic-sounding anthem by Boston's Dropkick Murphy's, in a grand march that passed by St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Protecting your systems and software from cybercrime

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 18:56:12 GMT

Attacks, Intrusions and Breaches Securing your systems and software from cybercrime Ed Adams, President and CEO, of Security Innovation of Wilmington, MA will discuss the shifts in mindset and approach that organizations must take to roll out secure software applications at the North Shore Technology Council March breakfast event. Recent attack trends and data breaches will be discussed and will include an analysis of root causes. The presentation will close with a discussion of what is the right mix of training, tools, best practices and assessments that yield the highest mitigation of risk as it relates to application security. Wednesday, March 27, 2013, 7:00 - 9:00 AM (7:00 AM networking and continental breakfast; 7:45 AM program begins). Danversport Yacht Club, 161 Elliott Street, Danvers, MA.

Hiking in the moonlight along the Ipswich River

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:52:43 GMT

Scott Santino works for Mass Audubons Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary as a Sanctuary Naturalist. Last year the sanctuary hosted a Full Moon Hike once a month. The next two-hour hike, Vernal Pools Under the Full Worm Moon will take place, Wednesday, March 27 at 6:30 pm and is located in the Sanctuary. Cost is $14 for members and $16 for those who arent.

A history of the Irish in Boston with historian Christopher Daley on March 27

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Beginning with a look at the scant evidence of the Irish brought over as indentured servants in the late 17th Century, historian Chris Daley will explore the first real migration of the Irish in 1718, the arrival of the Scot-Irish or the 'Ulster Irish, and the corresponding increase in Anti-Irish/Catholic sentiment within Boston.

Gravestone rubbers - not robbers - visit Danvers

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 20:24:01 GMT

Brenda Sullivan, 43, always cherished the time she spent in the cemetery. When she was a child, her mom would take her on frequent visits to the family burial ground to practice gravestone rubbings, impressions of a headstone made on paper using a pencil or a piece of charcoal. Theyre peaceful quiet places that are safe and full of history, said Sullivan. They are just as much for the living as they are for the dead.

Home health care provider opens up office in Danvers

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:18:26 GMT

A new home health care provider has opened its doors in the town of Danvers. BAYADA, a provider of nursing, rehabilitative, therapeutic, hospice and assistive care services to adults and seniors, celebrated the opening of its new office last week.

Welcome to the Graveyard presented by the Gravestone Girls Wednesday, March 6 ~ 7:00pm

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Take a 90-minute virtual tour of Danvers cemeteries from colonial burial grounds into the 21st century to examine the symbolism and artistry of cemeteries and gravestones - why we have them and why they look the way they do.

BPS names assistant superintendent to oversee vocational education

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 21:44:40 GMT

A superintendent from Danvers, MA will fill the Boston Public Schools newly created Assistant Superintendent for Technical/Vocational Network position, BPS said Friday.

Ipswich business offers 10 years of coffee and social justice

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:01:10 GMT

In 10 years of business our biggest success is being able to connect with the community, says Umesh Bhuju of Zumis Espresso and Ice Cream.

Do business at the 2013 North Shore Business Expo

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:00:00 GMT

If you're ready to make new leads in 2013, start the year off right and join us March 5th at the DoubleTree Boston North Shore Hotel at 50 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA. The exhibit floor will be open from 8:00am-4:00pm with 100 exhibit booths and over 2,400 business professionals in attendance.