Outdated zoning laws do a disservice to our city by severely limiting where new businesses can go, and what types of homes can be built.

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A visitor from Tampa came to Newburyport for the first time, and was struck by the city’s liveliness, aesthetic beauty, and hospitality.
Amesbury’s Millyard, parks, and sense of community and safety, make it the perfect place for kids to grow up.
Road safety comes down to pedestrian awareness and common sense. Lower speed limits on city streets aren’t the answer.
This writer argues that a new City Council President is needed to ensure the council continues to be a constructive and productive force in government.
This Christmas, keep the holiday spirit alive by focusing on community, family, and friendship.
Local retail businesses, like bookstores, rely on community support to stay open and thrive. This support is especially important during the holiday season.

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