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Ban Lawn Pesticides for the Good of the Environment and Our Personal Health
Pesticide use is rampant across our community, and they’re negatively affecting our ecosystem. Local governments need to show leadership and ban them.
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Now that the Pink House is Gone, We Need a New Local Landmark. Nominations Are Open!
The Pink House was Newburyport’s most recognizable landmark, and the one most often represented in art. Now that it’s gone, what will replace it?
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Pedestrian-Only Downtown Streets would Change Newburyport for the Better
Making State, Liberty, Middle, and Pleasant streets pedestrian only would add to the town’s charm, and be a win for local businesses.
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Newburyport Ward 2 City Councillor on the Future of Outdoor Dining Patios
City Councillor Jennie Donahue clarifies her position on parklets — the patios for outdoor dining that have become a downtown staple.
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Evictions at 105 State Street are a Clear Violation of the City Charter
Residents of 105 State St. were given just two months to vacate their apartments, while the City Charter clearly requires two years’ notice.
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To Make Newburyport Affordable Again, Turn Back the Clock to the Decaying 1950s Downtown
Downtown Newburyport should revert back to the aesthetic that ignites nostalgia in so many residents: the pre-revitalization mid-century.
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A Clean Energy Future is Particularly Important for Older Residents
Clean energy is the path to a sustainable future. When it comes to older residents, clean energy also means cheaper bills and safer living.
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