Eben Diskin

    Eben Diskin

    Eben Diskin is the Founder and Editor of The Townie. He grew up in Newburyport, and travels extensively in his work as a freelance travel journalist.

    Articles by Eben Diskin

    Welcome to The Townie 2.0
    General•August 31, 2026

    Welcome to The Townie 2.0

    Japan Removed Public Trash Cans, and Its Streets Are Spotless. Would That Work Here?
    Culture•May 20, 2026

    Japan Removed Public Trash Cans, and Its Streets Are Spotless. Would That Work Here?

    Play Softball at Perkins This Summer and Embrace Your Inner Child
    General•Apr 28, 2026

    Play Softball at Perkins This Summer and Embrace Your Inner Child

    New England Winters Suck. That’s What Makes Them Special
    General•Feb 3, 2026

    New England Winters Suck. That’s What Makes Them Special

    This Thanksgiving, Don’t Forget Those Who Might Be Alone
    General•Nov 25, 2025

    This Thanksgiving, Don’t Forget Those Who Might Be Alone

    Why Do Americans Have an Election Lawn Sign Obsession?
    Politics•Nov 14, 2025

    Why Do Americans Have an Election Lawn Sign Obsession?

    Only 8 Percent of Residents Closely Follow Local Issues. Why Not Become One of Them?
    General•Sep 2, 2025

    Only 8 Percent of Residents Closely Follow Local Issues. Why Not Become One of Them?

    The Townie’s Election Coverage Aims to Promote Civic Engagement and Voter Awareness
    Politics•Aug 15, 2025

    The Townie’s Election Coverage Aims to Promote Civic Engagement and Voter Awareness

    In Memoriam: Dancin’ Andy Leaves the Community with Fond Memories of Mirthful Nights
    Dining & Drinking•Jul 23, 2025

    In Memoriam: Dancin’ Andy Leaves the Community with Fond Memories of Mirthful Nights

    The Townie’s New Events Calendar is a Hub for Activities in Greater Newburyport
    General•Jul 15, 2025

    The Townie’s New Events Calendar is a Hub for Activities in Greater Newburyport

    Now That the Pink House is Gone, We Need a New Local Landmark. Nominations Are Open!
    Culture•Apr 15, 2025

    Now That the Pink House is Gone, We Need a New Local Landmark. Nominations Are Open!

    Letter From the Editor: Media Literacy Classes Should Be Required in Schools
    Education•Jan 31, 2025

    Letter From the Editor: Media Literacy Classes Should Be Required in Schools

    The True Meaning of “Townie”: It’s Not What You Think
    General•Oct 28, 2024

    The True Meaning of “Townie”: It’s Not What You Think