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REGIONAL – In its 15th year helping those diagnosed with cancer, the Rowley-based charity Solace for Stephanie has spent more than $150,000 helping more than 130 people either with direct financial help or college scholarships for high school seniors in families of...
To the Editor: We just approved a $6-million tax override for - mostly - the Georgetown schools this past spring. We received mailings from the school committee chairman, and from the Mass. Teachers Association that told us it was critical to maintain our school...
To the Editor: Here are my 7 wishes for the next Mayor of Newburyport: Properly paved streets, smooth enough to keep us from feeling in the seat of our pants when our vehicles have crossed a town border. Lifeguards returned to the Plum Island beachfront, so that all...
TOPSFIELD – The Topsfield Fair, America’s oldest agricultural fair, recently announced the winner of the annual Mrs. Essex County Pageant. Clarice Menesale of Danvers, received her crown during the 54th pageant, which takes place annually at the fair. Menesale took...
DANVERS – The North Shore Chamber’s 5th annual “Salute to Veterans” breakfast event will be held Friday, Nov. 7, at Danversport, 161 Elliott St., Danvers. Veterans, military and first responders are invited to attend for free. A celebration of...
ROWLEY – Alan and Maureen Aulson dropped into the Rowley Veterans Association recently and asked a few members what's it all about, explaining that they had driven by many times, but simply had not stopped. The pair related that they had a wonderful time, meeting so...
NEWBURYPORT – The popular Newburyport Literary Festival will not kick off for another six months, which for some book lovers is too long. So, the festival, scheduled for April 24-26 for its 21st year, has added two events this month, featuring local authors. USA...
NEWBURY – The Town of Newbury is recognizing resident Eugene Case for his significant contributions to the town over the years. Eugene Case was presented with a certificate of recognition by the Town of Newbury during a ceremony held on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Case has...
The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall Meeting Room, 12 Kent Way, Byfield MA has been rescheduled to next Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall Meeting Room, 12 Kent Way, Byfield MA due...
To the Editor: Why has only the Trump administration succeeded at bringing peace to the Middle East, and eight other areas of the world? (Name withheld from print to avoid toxic doxxing by radicals.)
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