Peabody officials urge committee to allow affidavits when preemployment medical records are missing At a Public Service Committee hearing, Peabody Mayor Ted Bettencourt, Fire Chief Jay Dowling and other local officials asked lawmakers to back House Bill 5054 so an affidavit can be used when preemployment physical records are lost and a veteran firefighter’s retirement is otherwise blocked.

Peabody officials are fighting for a veteran firefighter's honorable retirement as missing medical records stall his claims—will lawmakers step up?

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City Council praises new legislation improving pedestrian safety on Lynnfield Street Officials commend successful communication strategy enhancing safety awareness for children on Lynnfield Street.

Peabody's City Council is making strides in protecting children near school bus stops, but is it enough to change driver behavior for good?

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Local activist confronts official over deportation bill targeting violent illegal migrants Local representative faces criticism for failing to address concerns about deporting violent illegal migrants.

Residents in Peabody are demanding accountability as Congressman Seth Moulton navigates the heated debate over a controversial deportation bill aimed at violent offenders.

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