The lawn is the largest single crop in America, is the most irrigated crop, and is a complete and utter biodiversity desert. “Lawns significantly degrade the ecological health of land and water and contribute to global warming.” – Owen Wormser Here are some...
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Newburyport Horticulture Society’s Annual Student Scholarships
The Newburyport Horticulture Society (HORT) awarded three (3) student scholarships in May to area graduating senior high school students who are planning a college major in a field that will benefit the environment. A $2,500 HORT scholarship was awarded to both Hannah...
North Shore REALTORS® May Housing Statistics
BEVERLY – June 24, 2025 North Shore REALTORS® (NSR) has released housing data for May 2025. In May, the condominium market rebounded in nearly every way except closed sales. Condo prices for 2025 have been flat year to date compared to 2024, but May showed a strong...
Steven P. Rosenthal’s Gift Continues to Give Free Swim Lessons Across North Shore and Cape Ann through Northeast Arc’s Saving Lives Swim Program
REGIONAL – It is summer, when families love to head to the beaches and pools. For safety, every child, whether he or she have disabilities or not, should know how to swim. Northeast Arc, a not-for-profit organization that helps children and adults with disabilities...
DANVERS: Ira Subaru $41K Donation to Habitat for Humanity
Ira Subaru, located on Andover St. in Danvers, will presented a check totaling $41,038 to the Essex County Habitat for Humanity on last week. Additionally, Ira Subaru employees rolled up their sleeves by volunteering their time to help build a home for a...
After Cancer and Loss – One Grandmother’s Hopeful New Chapter
Balance Budget Bookkeeping Launches to Help Businesses Take Control of Their Finances Balance Budget Bookkeeping is excited to announce its official launch, offering professional bookkeeping services tailored to support small business owners. Understanding the common...
Newburyport Bank Announces Promotion of Tim Regan to Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer
NEWBURYPORT – Newburyport Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Tim Regan to Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer. Since joining Newburyport Bank, Tim has played a critical role in serving the needs of local businesses across the Bank’s Massachusetts and...
James J. McCarthy Appointed President of Newburyport Bank
NEWBURYPORT – Lloyd L. Hamm, Jr., President and CEO of River Run Bancorp, MHC, together with the Boards of River Run and Newburyport Bank, are pleased to announce the appointment of James J. McCarthy as President and Chief Operating Officer of Newburyport Bank,...
‘The Graduation Address I will Probably Never Be Asked to Deliver’
by Kevin McCormick Special to The Town Common Congratulations to all of you and thank you for having me here at one of your major life achievements. We humans need ceremonies to mark milestones but then we humans must move on. To the next thing. Whatever that is will...
Upcoming Events
AMESBURY 2025 Chocolate Tour! Saturday, June 7th, 12 to 4 p.m. - an afternoon of delicious tastings, local charm, and community fun—all while supporting great local causes. Tickets include a chocolate sample from each participating shop and help fund our amazing...
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Recent News
- REMINDER: REGISTER TODAY: Northeast Harvest to Host Agricultural Conference at Topsfield Fairgrounds on March 19th Mar 10, 2026
- Newburyport Art presents Field Notes and Inked & Pressed Shows Mar 10, 2026
- West Newbury Archelaus Hill Maple Farm Open House Saturday Mar 04, 2026
- Northeast Harvest to Host Agricultural Conference at Topsfield Fairgrounds on March 19th Mar 04, 2026

