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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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Firehouse Musical ‘People Like That’ Plays to People Like Us
“People Like That,” now playing at the Firehouse Theater, is a heartwarming musical that celebrates connection and acceptance.
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A Bright Future for RVCS Depends on Parents Speaking Up
Change rarely happens through silence, but rather when people speak up for what’s right. For the RVCS to change for the better, parents need to continue voicing their concerns.
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We Need to Prevent Large Luxury Homes From Dominating Our Real Estate
A new zoning amendment seeks to ensure new construction matches the scale of the surrounding neighborhood, with the goal of preserving entry-level homes and restricting “mansionization.”
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