REGIONAL – Just over a year ago, Republican legislative candidate Mark Tashjian intended to reside in a home in Beverly, which is not in the Second Essex legislative district he is now seeking to represent in the state House. This month, after the chair of the town’s...
Georgetown
Georgetown Church Fall Fair
The First Congregational Church of Georgetown is having their annual Fall Fair! The two-day fair offers a wonderful variety of artisan/crafters, White Elephant bargains, gently-used clothing and accessories, jewelry, etc. There is also a great selection of home-made...
Coffee Cupping – Georgetown Peabody Library
Calling all caffeine fiends! Join Rob Fitzgibbon as he teaches the art of coffee cupping; the practice of observing the taste and aroma of brewed coffee. Sample and savor various, freshly brewed roasts and learn how and why body, flavor, and aftertaste differ by...
Update on 500-Ton Mello Trash Transfer Station
GEORGETOWN – The residents of this town are likely to get a large new business, collecting and transferring trash from around the region. Harry LaCortiglia, chair of the town’s Planning Board, said last week that his board, which has approved the 500-ton transfer...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Kassner Continues Her No-Show Record by Pulling Out of Candidates Forum with 2024 Challenger Mark Tashjian
[NOTE: Edited for length.] Kristin Kassner, the one-term representative for Essex 2d District (comprising Ipswich, Rowley, Hamilton, Newbury, Georgetown, and half of Topsfield), who won her 2022 election by one vote, has pulled out of a candidates forum with...
Enter Your Child in the Topsfield Fair Junior King and Queen Pageant
Entry Deadline October 4th TOPSFIELD – Every year the Topsfield Fair hosts a pageant for children between the ages of 5 – 8 years old to become the Junior King and Queen and serve as a representative of the Fair at local parades and other events throughout the year....
Democrats Seek Limit to Open Meeting Law Complaints
GEORGETOWN – The state House Ways and Means Committee is considering a measure that would allow municipalities to request relief from the Attorney General from having to address complaints about open meeting violations from a single individual who files more than a...
SHINE Fundraiser for AJH Breast Care Services Thursday, Oct. 10, 6-9 p.m. Blue Ocean event Center, Salisbury, Mass.
SALISBURY – Anna Jaques Hospital (AJH) and Institution for Savings will once again come together during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 2024 to host a sparkling and impactful event to raise funds for breast care services at AJH. Details, ticket information:...
GEORGETOWN LIBRARY – Author Jessica DuLong
Author Jessica DuLong Visit Saturday, Oct. 5 at 10:30 a.m. Georgetown Peabody Libary, 2 Maple St. Georgetown, Mass. GEORGETOWN – The Friends of the Georgetown Peabody Library are pleased to host Jessica DuLong for an author talk and book signing. Don't miss out on the...
Kassner Draws Opponent
REGIONAL — Two years ago in her first race for the state legislature, Kristin Kassner won by one vote. Now running for reelection, Kassner has the endorsement of Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. In the 2nd Essex District, which encompasses the towns of...
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