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Thanks to the ‘Litterati,’ the New Massachusetts Recycling Bill has Major Stakes
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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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Only 8 Percent of Residents Closely Follow Local Issues. Why Not Become One of Them?
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Few residents pay close attention to local issues, volunteer, and vote. These are the “8 Percenters.” Success as a community means growing their ranks.
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Our City’s Pet-Friendly Culture is Why I Expanded My Business to Newburyport
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Dog-friendly areas like Moseley Woods, the Rail Trail, and Cashman Park make Newburyport a pet-lover’s paradise. It’s why I started my pet-sitting business here.
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Why CSOs (Combined Sewer Overflows) in the Merrimack River Matter
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Untreated sewage from cities upriver, like Lowell, Lawrence, and Haverhill, flows downstream to Newburyport, posing risks to people, pets, and wildlife.
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Media Outlets Must Remain Free and Independent Despite Corporate Pressure
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Many local newspapers are owned by larger corporations, which often exert influence over their coverage. Though the landscape is bleak, local outlets can get creative to keep their audience and independence.
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The Townie’s New Events Calendar is a Hub for Activities in Greater Newburyport
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The Townie’s new event calendar is your go-to resource for what to do in the Newburyport area, including live music, trivia, theater shows, farmer’s markets, and more.
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A Message to Market Basket: Don’t Let Family Infighting Ruin Our Local Grocery Store
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Market Basket, a local institution helmed by a beloved CEO, is threatened by infighting. The Market Basket leadership needs to do what’s right for the community.
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Storms May Require Newburyport to Shut Off Water to Residents
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One significant storms could jeopardize Newburyport’s water supply, and city officials haven’t taken the necessary precautions to prevent this from happening.
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The New Bike Share Program Will Change How We Get Around Town for the Better
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Newburyport’s new bike share program will make the city more accessible, and give people a more sustainable way to get around town.
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The Executive Summary of the Library Investigation Sheds New Light on the Issue
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The library investigation reveals City’s Hall’s role in the mistreatment of library volunteers. More details are now available in the Executive Summary.