Bill Kipouras, Salem News Sportswriter, North Shore Legend, Dies

Bill Kipouras, who was the face of North Shore sports for generations, has died at the age of 74.

Kipouras worked at the Salem News for 36 years. He is being remembered for his professionalism, his humor and his love of Peabody.

Read Salem News Sports Editor Phil Stacey’s story about the passing of Kipouras, including interviews with those he worked alongside over the years.

His shadow goes well beyond just the North Shore, which is evident in Dan Ventura's tribute in the Boston Herald.

We’ll provide information about funeral services when we receive it.