ROWLEY — The All Scout Scout Paper Drive will be held Saturday July 9, from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. behind the First Congregational Church of Rowley at 175 Main Street. The Scouts will be collecting newspapers, books, cardboard, and magazines. The Boy Scouts will be...
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Electing Kelcourse’s Successor May Be Complicated
REGIONAL — Jim Kelcourse resigned last week from what he described as “the best job I’ve ever had” as the state Representative for the northern Essex County communities of Amesbury, Newburyport and Salisbury. But replacing the popular state legislator will not be easy...
Private Donations May Have to Fund Newburyport Waterfront Park
NEWBURYPORT – If you think inflation is taking a toll on your family’s budget, put yourself in the shoes of Planning Director Andy Port and members of the City Council, who are watching rising budget estimates on construction of the proposed waterfront park. Price...
West Newbury and Georgetown Police Officers Graduate from NECC Police Academy
WEST NEWBURY — Officer Jessica Eng recently graduated from the Northern Essex Community College Police Academy in Haverhill. Officer Eng was among those who graduated from 24-week NECC Police Academy on Friday, June 24. Officer Eng began working with West Newbury...
Restart with Art to be held in Topsfield’s Gould Barn: An Afternoon of Creativity…Connection…Community
Topsfield, MA – Calling all seekers, pilgrims, and innovators – and anyone else in search of meaningful connection and conversation. Join us for an in-person afternoon workshop using the arts as a platform for spiritual inquiry and exploration. Restart with Art:...
Solace for Stephanie Hosts Comedy Night
ROWLEY – The Covid-19 Pandemic put the brakes on virtually everything, keeping people from congregating and having fun. What it did not stop was people being diagnosed with cancer. That combination tested the mettle of many, particularly the Solace for Stephanie...
Ipswich Marine Patrol Supervisor and Assistant Harbormaster successfully rescued five people from capsized boat
IPSWICH — Ipswich Police Chief Paul Nikas is praising the quick thinking and heroic actions of Marine Patrol Supervisor and Assistant Harbormaster, Patrol Officer Matthew Bodwell, who responded with the Ipswich Police Harbor Patrol boat and successfully rescued five...
First fatal fire in Groveland since 1966
GROVELAND — Groveland Fire Chief Robert Valentine, Groveland Police Chief Jeffrey Gillen, State Fire Marshal Peter Ostroskey, and Essex County District Attorney Jonathan Blodgett announced that a three-alarm fire on Manor Drive has claimed one person’s life. Chief...
Georgetown Police Department Announces Promotions to Key Leadership Posts
GEORGETOWN — Chief Donald C. Cudmore has announced that the Georgetown Police Department has promoted two members to key leadership roles. Lt. Scott Hatch has been promoted to Deputy Chief, while Det. Sgt. James Rodden has been promoted to Lieutenant. Both promotions...
Rowley Library Summer Music Series: Scott Ouellette
First in our Summer Music Series! Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy some summer music outdoors! Cool treats will be provided Tuesday, July 5, 7PM Local classical guitarist and Berklee College of Music alum Scott Ouellette returns to the Rowley Public Library to...
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