The mayor and city council need to take our water infrastructure issues more seriously, and appoint a committee to examine the issues.

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This is a preview of the documentary, “B.F. Skinner Plays Himself,” airing at the 2025 Newburyport Documentary Film Festival.
The timing of State St. repairs to coincide with election season shouldn’t distract from the mayor’s record of mishandling personnel matters.
Documentaries can educate an audience and provide guidance and hope. Newburyport’s upcoming Documentary Film Fest spotlights impactful films at a time we need them most.
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Philip Cootey is a candidate for Newburyport City Council, Ward 6
James Eichhorst is a candidate for Newburyport City Council, Ward 6.

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