Infrastructure & Development
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Pedestrian-Only Downtown Streets would Change Newburyport for the Better
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Making State, Liberty, Middle, and Pleasant streets pedestrian only would add to the town’s charm, and be a win for local businesses.
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Newburyport Ward 2 City Councillor on the Future of Outdoor Dining Patios
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City Councillor Jennie Donahue clarifies her position on parklets — the patios for outdoor dining that have become a downtown staple.
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Evictions at 105 State Street are a Clear Violation of the City Charter
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Residents of 105 State St. were given just two months to vacate their apartments, while the City Charter clearly requires two years’ notice.
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Cyclists, not Motorists, Need Common Sense Road Signs
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Unnecessary signs instructing motorists how to drive are popping up on Plum Island Turnpike. But it’s cyclists, not motorists, who need these common sense reminders.
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The Pink House: A Eulogy
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Losing the Pink House means losing part of our community, and even part of ourselves. The loss reminds us that nothing is permanent, and to appreciate the beauty around us while we can.
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Rowley’s 3A Zoning Debate Highlights the Importance of Civic Engagement
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Rowley’s 3A zoning debate is all about creating housing in MBTA communities. But misinformation surrounding the issue highlights the importance of civic engagement.
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Co-Housing Communities are the Answer for Affordably Housing Young Adults and Seniors
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Co-housing should be the future of Newburyport housing, bringing young adults and seniors together in one communal space.
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Newburyport’s Housing Prices and New Constructions Threaten its Historic Allure
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Expensive Newburyport real estate is changing the character of the city and threatening the historic allure that made it desirable in the first place.
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The Second Newburyport Renaissance is About to Begin. A Retrospective from the Year 2051
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The Second Newburyport Renaissance will be defined by co-living housing, a Citizens Assembly, renewable energy, and hands-on education.
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Negative Attitudes Toward Cyclists in Newburyport Need to Change
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Cyclists are fighting a losing battle against cars in what should be a bike-friendly city.