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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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In Turbulent Times, Documentaries Can Inform and Heal Society
Documentaries can educate an audience and provide guidance and hope. Newburyport’s upcoming Documentary Film Fest spotlights impactful films at a time we need them most.
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A Proud 8 Percenter on the Importance of Paying Attention to Local Issues
Paying attention to issues both local and national is a crucial way to participate in democracy, and stay informed ahead of important elections.
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Meet the Candidate- Philip Cootey (Ward 6, City Council)
Philip Cootey is a candidate for Newburyport City Council, Ward 6
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Meet the Candidate- James Eichhorst (Ward 6, City Council)
James Eichhorst is a candidate for Newburyport City Council, Ward 6.
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Meet the Candidate- Mary DeLai (Ward 6, City Council)
Mary DeLai is a candidate for Newburyport City Council, Ward 6.
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Thanks to the ‘Litterati,’ the New Massachusetts Recycling Bill has Major Stakes
A bill before the Massachusetts House of Representatives would update our recycling law to include plastic containers. Its passage would go a long way toward reducing roadside littering.
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