BOSTON – New research suggests that leatherback turtles entangled in fishing gear have a better chance of survival if the incident is reported quickly, giving trained responders the opportunity to fully disentangle the animals. Researchers, led by Dr. Kara Dodge of...
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The Cabot Announces State of the Art Video On-Demand Platform
Beverly - Like most performing arts venues, The Cabot in Beverly has struggled during the 2020-2021 pandemic but was determined to not only survive, but thrive. Exploring new and creative ways to bring all forms of artistic expression to its audiences included holding...
Three Sisters Garden Project Sustainable Agriculture talk at Ipswich Museum
Three Sisters Garden Project Executive Director, Liz Green will discuss the central role the farm plays in the delivery of the Three Sisters Project mission on March 7, 12 noon at The Ipswich Museum located at 54 South Main Street. The March Bag Lunch discussion will...
Looking for Something ‘Rewarding’ to Do?
WEST NEWBURY – On a cold morning last week with snow piled under the feet of the horses and humans, Andrea Moore-Dickison had just finished combing out the mane of a miniature horse at the New England Equine Rescue North (NEER North). “It was all matted,” she...
Salisbury Native Died for Texas Independence
SALISBURY – This week, the state of Texas celebrates the 186th anniversary of the 13-day Battle of the Alamo, celebrating historic figures like Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie and Bill Travis. Thanks to work by the Salisbury Historical Commission, we should also add the...
Dervish Brings Century-old Tradition to Belleville Church
NEWBURYPORT – When the acclaimed Irish band, Dervish, takes the stage at the Belleville Congregational Church Sunday, it will be following in a tradition that began a century ago where Irish musicians brought their unique style of music across the seas. Michael...
Public hearings scheduled for Ipswich outdoor entertainment policy
IPSWICH – The Covid-19 pandemic spurred a turn to outdoor dining and entertainment for local restaurants. Two years later, many dining establishments still rely on that extra revenue created by outdoor dining and entertainment, and the Ipswich Select Board is looking...
Amesbury Lions Respond To Massive Salisbury Beach Fire
Salisbury - Given the bonds of friendship, good fellowship and mutual understanding between the Salisbury and Amesbury Lions Clubs, Amesbury honored Salisbury Lions’ request to support the Town of Salisbury’s 2022 Beach Fire Fund. In doing so, the Amesbury Lions made...
Newburyport is prepping for the Yard Waste Facility Season (YWF)
Think about gardening season and you can now order your YWF sticker. Anticipated opening day is Tuesday April 5. To Purchase your sticker: Visit the city’s web site at https://www.cityofnewburyport.com/payments (or, visit www.CityofNewburyport.com and search...
Town of Ipswich Update on COVID-19 Response
IPSWICH – Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public Health Director Colleen Fermon provide the following important announcements for residents about navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. As the Town moves into the third year of this pandemic, the Public Health Department is...
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