General
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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.
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Flying with the Monarch Butterflies in a Hot-Air Balloon
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The experience of flying alongside Monarch butterflies in a hot air balloon stayed with this Newburyport resident his whole life.
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The Wash: A Thanksgiving Story of Where It All Began
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The Pilgrims’ first attempt to cross the Atlantic wasn’t smooth, or even successful. This is the story of their first ill-fated effort to reach the New World.
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This Thanksgiving, Don’t Forget Those Who Might Be Alone
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As Thanksgiving approaches, consider those in your life who might have no plans, or nowhere to go. This is when friends and community are needed the most.
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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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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.