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It’s Still OK to Vote NO on the Rec Center
Voting “No” on the rec center debt exclusion doesn’t mean you don’t support the community’s children. It means you think we can do better.
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Citizens’ Assemblies Are the Key to Truly Representative Local Government
Citizens’ Assemblies are groups of voters randomly selected to deliberate on policy issues and make recommendations to town officials. They’re the key to reinvigorating local politics.
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Cyclists, not Motorists, Need Common Sense Road Signs
Unnecessary signs instructing motorists how to drive are popping up on Plum Island Turnpike. But it’s cyclists, not motorists, who need these common sense reminders.
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Closing the Amesbury Innovation High School Building Would Be Devastating for its Students
Amesbury Innovation High School, an alternative school for kids grades 9-12, is in danger of closing. This would deprive children with special learning requirements of the resources they need.
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The Pink House: A Eulogy
Losing the Pink House means losing part of our community, and even part of ourselves. The loss reminds us that nothing is permanent, and to appreciate the beauty around us while we can.
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Rowley’s 3A Zoning Debate Highlights the Importance of Civic Engagement
Rowley’s 3A zoning debate is all about creating housing in MBTA communities. But misinformation surrounding the issue highlights the importance of civic engagement.
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The Mystery of Plum Island’s Unofficial Anthem
In the 1980s, an unofficial Plum Island anthem emerged. It remains a hallowed piece of island history to this day.
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