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Danvers Resident Among Women Named Massachusetts Commonwealth Heroines

A Danvers resident was among women honored by the state with a Commonwealth Heroine Award, Salem News reports, as the town closed out a Fourth of July weekend defined by the nation's 250th anniversary. The recognition, tied to Sally Kerans in Salem News coverage, highlights local commun…

Commission Plans October Human Library, Eyes Route 128 Safety

Danvers accessibility commission plans October Human Library, sets Route 128 as priority. The commission scheduled a Human Library event for October 17 at the Senior Center, featuring five to six confirmed participants representing diverse experiences including people with disabilities. Commission

Council on Aging Board meets without quorum; approves new programs and Bistro expansion.

Danvers Council on Aging Board greenlights program expansion and Bistro growth. Director Matthew Mitchell reported the Transportation Revolving Account will receive $27,000 in approved TNC revenue, while the Program Revolving Account sits at $353,782.12. Two new fitness classes begin in June:

Danvers Select Board elects Djoko Chair; approves wine license and garden gift.

Danvers Select Board unanimously elects Dutrochet Djoko as Chair. The Board voted 5-0 to elevate Djoko, who replaced Maureen A. Bernard. The Board also voted 4-1 to approve a One Day Wine & Malt License for Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School on June 3, 2026, with Michael D. Bean

Conservation Commission approves contractor yard on Popes Lane

Conservation Commission approves contractor-yard conversion on Popes Lane with three buffer waivers. Forest River Realty received conditional approval to convert a two-family residence to a contractor yard with 15 parking spaces and bulk material storage. The commission granted three waivers to