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Japan Removed Public Trash Cans, and Its Streets Are Spotless. Would That Work Here?
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The lack of public trash cans in Japan means people carry their trash home with them, and streets are cleaner. That requires a sense of personal responsibility and respect for public space. Would that work here?
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Should The Townie Fact Check Opinion Pieces More?
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As an opinion publication, The Townie’s editorial focus is on crafting strong arguments that start constructive conversation, rather than fact checking every claim. But should The Townie be in the business of fact checking?
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Play Softball at Perkins This Summer and Embrace Your Inner Child
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Casual pick-up softball games at Perkins Playground are the best way to relive your childhood.
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A Case for ‘Commons’ Governance in Newburyport
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Commons Governance is about communal cooperation and decision-making over shared resources. This might be an effective way to approach certain city issues.
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New England Winters Suck. That’s What Makes Them Special
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Winter’s hardships actually bring people closer together, and create opportunities for neighborly warmth. It’s time to embrace New England winter.
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We Did ‘Everything Right’ and Still Can’t Afford Newburyport
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Even for those who make a decent income, forego luxuries, and spend wisely, Newburyport is barely affordable. But it’s still a community worth fighting for.
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Amesbury is Still a Perfect Place for Kids to Grow Up
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Amesbury’s Millyard, parks, and sense of community and safety, make it the perfect place for kids to grow up.
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Pedestrian Common Sense, Not Lower Speed Limits, Will Make Our Roads Safer
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Road safety comes down to pedestrian awareness and common sense. Lower speed limits on city streets aren’t the answer.
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Shopping Local This Holiday Season is More Important Than Ever
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Local retail businesses, like bookstores, rely on community support to stay open and thrive. This support is especially important during the holiday season.
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We Need More Lifeguards on the Merrimack River
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The recent disappearance of a man in the Merrimack River is just one of many examples of someone perishing in the dangerous river. More lifeguards are needed to prevent this from happening.