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The Untold Story of the Plum Island National Anthem
The Plum Island national anthem was born in the 1970s from a fierce spirit of island independence. Listening to the song today, that spirit still reverberates.
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Election Report Card: Who’s Up, Who’s Down
Now that the local election is over, this retrospective breaks down the results, and who came out on top.
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Councilor Preston on the Challenges Facing the Next City Council
As new City Councilors take their seats and prepare for their first term, outgoing Councilor Peston offers some advice for what they can expect.
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What to Look for in a Politician and Public Servant
As Election Day approaches, keep these qualities in mind when deciding who to vote for.
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I Was a Library Archives Volunteer. I’m Voting for McCauley
While Mayor Reardon mishandled the library volunteer program and treated volunteers unfairly, Councilor McCauley took the issue seriously.
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Reardon’s Love for Newburyport Sets Him Apart
This writer believes it’s not just Reardon’s Newburyport lineage that makes him the best candidate, it’s his heart.
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Make This Election About Issues, Not Rhetoric
We should be focusing on issues like transportation, infrastructure, and affordable housing this election–not divisive rhetoric.
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