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Bell Inn & Tavern Set to Debut in Peabody
Downtown Parking Upgrades Underway
CITY OF PEABODY P. 978-538-5700 F. 978-538-5980 24 Lowell Street Peabody, MA 01960 OFFICE OF THE MAYOR Edward A. Bettencourt, Jr. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 7, 2023 FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Chris Ryder Chief of Staff & Business Liaison (978)...
City Unveils First Mobile App
Mayor Edward A. Bettencourt, Jr. recently introduced PeabodyConnect, the city’s first mobile app for iPhone and Android devices.
New Sweetgreen spot at Northshore Mall to donate meals on opening day
MassHire North Shore Career Center at Peabody City Hall August 17th

Mayor’s chief of staff named new business liaison for Peabody
Mayor Edward A. Bettencourt Jr. announced Monday that his Chief of Staff Chris Ryder has formally assumed the role of business and economic development liaison.
Ryder has served as a de facto business liaison since the post was left vacant in March 2020. He will continue to serve as chief of staff while carrying out his additional responsibilities.
Peabody Children’s Museum Finds its Executive Director
City and Chamber Partner to Connect School Culinary Staff and Restaurant Owners
The city, in partnership with the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) is stepping up its efforts to help restaurants that continue to struggle in the face of a stubborn pandemic and tight labor market.
North Shore Diversity Catalog 2022 Features Nearly 250 Businesses
The digital catalog highlights minority- and women-owned businesses in Peabody, Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead, Salem and Swampscott.
Peabody Podcast: Wicked Smaht Wellness
In this episode, Chris speaks with Amanda Marie, CEO & Founder of Wicked Smaht Wellness which strives to share wellness tips & methods, show support, and provide a safe platform for the community as we each embark on our personal journey of self-growth.