Newburyport
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Now That the Pink House is Gone, We Need a New Local Landmark. Nominations Are Open!
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The Pink House was Newburyport’s most recognizable landmark, and the one most often represented in art. Now that it’s gone, what will replace it?
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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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You Can Find Community and Friendship in Unlikely “Third Places” Around Town
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Third Spaces are places for community bonding and connection. They’re places like libraries, bars, gymss, and bookstores, and you can find them all around town.
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Recycling Reform is More Important Than Ever for Our Community’s Future
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We need to reimagine how waste and recycling are handled in Newburyport, to make sure recycled materials are actually put to use.
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Libraries Replacing Classics with Trendy Titles is Censorship that Erases History
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Local libraries are stocking fewer books by classic authors in favor of trendier reads recommended by an algorithm, “dumbing down” the library’s collection.
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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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Yes, Newburyport, There is a Santa Claus
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Santa Claus is as real as love, joy, generosity, and happiness. You can see him all around Newburyport — you just have to look.
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Progressive Communities Are not Immune to Accidental Racism
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Even in a progressive town like Newburyport, there’s still work to be done to create a truly tolerant, equitable community.