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America 250: What Unites Us is More Important Than What Divides Us
Public discourse often focuses on what divides us, but the survival of any community relies on the forces of unity.
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Why Are Newburyport Gas Prices Higher Than Other Communities?
Newburyport’s gas prices are approximately $1 more expensive than surrounding towns. Why is this, and what can be done about it?
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To Keep Newburyport Vibrant, It Needs Debate as Well as Praise
Newburyport’s longtime businesses, music culture, and tradition of open public debate make it a dynamic city.
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To the Cyclists Outside My Window: I Hear You
Historic towns mean houses built close to the road. It also means overhearing street conversations that aren’t exactly meant to be overheard.
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Turn Everyday Newburyport Life Into Something Worth Noticing
Living in a town like Newburyport is a privilege and a responsibility. It’s up to us to preserve it for the next generation.
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Councilor DeLai Sets the Record Straight on Budget Recommendations
Ward 6 Councilor Mary DeLai issues a response to a piece in the Daily News, which she says misrepresented her budget recommendations.
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Volunteering Keeps a Community Alive. Yankee Homecoming is Proof
Volunteering in a time-honored tradition like Yankee Homecoming is a great way to get engaged in the community, develop valuable skills, and make new connections.
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