Local Trust Claims $25M Lottery Prize

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Peabody Trust Claims $25 Million Lottery Prize

The Carrow Road Trust has claimed the second $25 million grand prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery's "$25,000,000 Mega Money" instant ticket game, according to a lottery announcement issued Thursday. Trustee Donald MacDonald, representing the trust, took the winnings as a one-time payment of $16.25 million before taxes. The ticket was bought at the 7-Eleven at 78 Franklin St. in Quincy, which receives a $50,000 selling bonus; one grand prize in the game remains unclaimed.

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Peabody Police Log Records Two Arrests, Traffic Incidents

On Sept. 14, Peabody Police logged two arrests for drug possession and motor vehicle offenses, plus responses to collisions, commercial alarms, and a driver who failed to stop for police on Washington Street.

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Peabody Schools Begin First Reading of PROTECT Act Policy

The School Committee began a first reading Sept. 15 of a policy implementing the state's PROTECT Act. The superintendent reported a smooth start to the school year and a fifth-grade enrollment bubble of nearly 500 students.

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Peabody Companies Partnership Earns Community Collaborator Honor

The Peabody Companies' partnership with Women's Lunch Place was named a 2026 Community Collaborator by the Boston Business Journal, with the honor presented Sept. 16.

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Creativity Lab Open Session Offers Hands-On Making Wednesday

The Peabody Institute Library's Creativity Lab hosts an open session Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Main Library, with tools for 3D printing, laser cutting, woodworking, vinyl cutting and electronics.

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Teen Study Group Offers Homework Help at Main Library

Students in grades 6-12 can attend the Teen Study Group Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Main Library's Teen Room for academic help and community-service credit.

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Kids Movie Night Screens 'Hoppers' Wednesday

The Main Library's Tech Lab hosts a children's movie night featuring 'Hoppers' Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 6 to 7:45 p.m.; snacks provided and registration required.

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Fall Fit Session Meets at PVMHS Field House Wednesday

Peabody Recreation's Fall Fit program meets Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 5:30 to 6:30 a.m. at the PVMHS Field House, combining strength, endurance and mobility exercises for all fitness levels.

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Library Schedules One-on-One Tech Help Wednesday

The Peabody Institute Library offers a one-on-one technology help appointment Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 1 to 1:45 p.m. at the Main Library; registration required.

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Peabody Football Opens Season With 40-16 Comeback Win

Peabody rallied from a second-half deficit to beat Somerville 40-16 at Dilboy Stadium on Sept. 11, with quarterback Dom Mercier throwing four touchdown passes and adding a rushing touchdown.

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Peabody Schools Close Sept. 21 for Yom Kippur

Peabody Public Schools' 2026-27 calendar lists Monday, Sept. 21, as a no-school day for Yom Kippur.

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Chabad of Peabody Offers Free High Holiday Family Services

Chabad of Peabody is accepting RSVPs for free family services during its High Holidays program, running through Monday, Sept. 21, at 682 Lowell St., with police presence planned at all services.

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Peabody Hosts Winthrop in Girls Volleyball Wednesday

Peabody Veterans Memorial hosts Winthrop in a varsity volleyball match Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 5:30 p.m.

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Paddy Kelly's Pub Schedules Wednesday Karaoke

Paddy Kelly's Pub holds its recurring karaoke night Wednesday, Sept. 16, starting at 8 p.m. at 154 Washington St.

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