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It’s Time for Newburyport to Embrace Ranked Choice Voting
Ranked choice voting could lead to more representative government, allowing voters to rank their candidates in order of preference.
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“I’m Socially Liberal but Fiscally Conservative”: A Newburyport Contradiction
It’s common in Newburyport to be socially liberal and fiscally conservative, but is that a contradiction?
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Legalizing Psychedelics is a Win for Mental Health: Vote YES on Question 4
Legalizing psychedelics in Massachusetts would be a huge step forward for mental health treatment.
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Election Lawn Sign Thefts Pit Neighbor Against Neighbor
Lawn signs are going missing around Rowley, sowing animosity between neighbors.
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Vote NO on Question 5, or say goodbye to your favorite restaurants
If Question 5 passes, it could raise restaurant prices for consumers and even shutter your favorite restaurant.
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The True Meaning of “Townie”: It’s Not What You Think
The term “Townie” has always had a negative stigma. It’s time to change how we think about the word and redefine it.
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