Swampscott Morning Brief, Oct. 29: Glass shards found on new school field

Yesterday in Swampscott (Wed, Oct 28)

• Glass shards found on elementary school field after injury An elementary school student was cut last month after glass shards turned up on the school's brand new field, prompting officials to look into the contamination, NBC Boston reports.NBC Boston
• Vinnin Square senior residence hosts Halloween gala Residents, families and staff at The Residence at Vinnin Square gathered Wednesday for the community's annual Halloween gala, an afternoon of festive activities, according to Swampscott Tides.Swampscott Tides
• Humphrey House carvings tied to warding off witches Carvings on the walls of the John Humphrey House on Paradise Road are believed to be marks meant to ward off spirits and witches, Swampscott Tides reports.Swampscott Tides

Coming up

• Wed, Nov 4, 3:30 p.m.: DAV coat, sock drive for veterans set Nov. 4 The E.F. Gilmore Disabled American Veterans chapter will distribute winter coats and Bombas socks to veterans on Wednesday, November 4, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., while supplies last.Swampscott Tides

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