Culture
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Is Tourism Actually Good for Newburyport?
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We take it for granted that tourism in Newburyport is a good thing, but it actually causes cultural erosion and rising prices.
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We Need More Neighborhood Resources Like the Emma Andrews Library
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Neighborhood gathering places, like the Emma Andrews Library in the South End, provide unique value to the community. We need more of them.
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A Southerner’s First Impression of Newburyport
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A visitor from Tampa came to Newburyport for the first time, and was struck by the city’s liveliness, aesthetic beauty, and hospitality.
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Christmas Spirit is the Spirit of Community. We Need to Keep It Alive
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This Christmas, keep the holiday spirit alive by focusing on community, family, and friendship.
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Newburyport Feels Like Home Because of the People
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From the colorful characters you see downtown to the warm shop owners around the corner, Newburyport feels like a community because of the people.
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Why it Matters Who Owns The Daily News
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Local news may not be as local as it seems. It’s important to know who owns local newspapers and media outlets, to better understand what motivates profits.
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The Mayor’s Race, and the Value of Our Creative Community
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Jim McCauley’s open-eared approach to innovative arts-focused initiatives is an encouraging indication of how he would support the arts as mayor.
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The Betsy Ross Flag Over the Custom House is Wrong for Newburyport
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The Custom House Maritime Museum in Newburyport should stop flying the 13-star “Betsy Ross” flag.
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We Need to Ramp Up Our Support for Local Arts Organizations
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Interest and attendance in the local arts scene has declined the past few years. We need to support our arts organizations to keep local culture alive.
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Is Yankee Homecoming Still Relevant?
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This year’s Yankee Homecoming felt underwhelming, with a reduced fireworks display, lackluster vendors, and meager parade. Is the festival still relevant?