Harvey Mades of Newburyport, formerly of Georgetown, Massachusetts died peacefully on October 26, 2025, at the age of 93 surrounded by the love and gratitude of his family. Harvey was born in 1932, to Dr. Meyer & Anne (Drucker) Mades of Revere, Mass. A highly...
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Helen Louise (Wilkins) Downing
Helen Louise (Wilkins) Downing passed away on October 13, 2025, at Portsmouth (NH) Regional Hospital. Most recently a resident of Amesbury, Helen grew up and spent most of her adult life in Rowley, the third of four children born to Oscar M. and Harriet A. (Maynard)...
Penelope ‘Penny’ J. Verow
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Penelope 'Penny' J. Verow on October 18, 2025, in Newburyport, MA, at age 78. Born in Walthamstow, England, on September 12, 1947, Penny came to the United States at nine years old and lived in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY, until...
DEATH NOTICES
John H Douglas of Beverly, Mass. (C.R. Lyon & Sons Funeral Home - Danvers, 978-777-7900) Dr. Richard “Dick” R. Dussault of Peabody, Mass. (Conway, Cahill- Brodeur Funeral Home - Peabody, 978-531-0472) Leo J. Espindle Jr. of Hudson, Mass. (Conway, Cahill-...
Newburyport Literary Festival Events 2025
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...
Susan E. Maloney May 5, 1947 – October 8, 2025
Susan E. Maloney passed away peacefully in Salem, NH, on October 8, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born on May 5, 1947, in Boston, MA, and was formerly of Ipswich and Boxford, MA. From the start, she was destined to touch the lives of all whom she encountered with...
Breast Cancer Awareness Stamps
This month, purchase Breast Cancer Awareness Stamps from your local post office, including from Karyn at the Groveland Post Office. Help fund the fight, find a cure.
Little Farmstand in Georgetown!
I would like to share some photos of our little Farmstand located at 59 Warren Street in Georgetown. My name is Laura Short and I am co-owner with Vanessa Romasco. We are open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and we are closed on Sundays. Thank you!
Amesbury Friday Night Frights!
Free outdoor movie nights at Heritage Park, Lower Millyard, Movie starts at dusk. Bring blankes and chairs! Oct. 3 - HAUNTED MANSION Oct. 10 - HOCUS POCUS Oct. 17 - NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS Oct. 24 - TOY STORY TERROR!
Amesbury Octoberfest Networking
Wed. Sept. 24 - 5-7 p.m: Amesbury Chamber of Commerce announces a networking mixer at BareWolf Brewing. Registration includes appetizers featuring nachos from Scarlett Fire BBQ. Cash bar available. PLUS, Live music by the Mill Town Organ Trio from 6-9PM. $10 for...
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