Georgetown Park & Rec Excited by ‘New Possibilities’ Thanks to Jim Bussing Sr’s Generosity
by Lonnie Brennan GEORGETOWN – Members of the Georgetown Park and Recs. Commission expressed excitement last week as they discussed new possibilities for the town, thanks to Jim Bussing's donation plans. In March we reported on a $1 million gift planned by former resident Jim Busssing. Since then, Mr. Bussing has experienced "frustration" with the town, which took almost seven months to begin the process to legally accept his donation. He was also frustrated with the selectman's office for allowing this to...
Boxford Seeks Applications for Community Preservation Act
submitted by Matthew Coogan Town Administrator/ CPO Town of Boxford BOXFORD – The Town of Boxford’s Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is now accepting applications for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding. Applications are due November 20, 2026, for projects seeking funding at the May 2027 Annual Town Meeting. CPA funds support projects in four categories: open space, historic preservation, outdoor recreation, and community housing. Eligible uses include protecting conservation and agricultural land,...
West Newbury Who Will Be Next Town Manager?
WEST NEWBURY – The SelectBoard with only two members, instead of the usual three, will begin Thursday to interview candidates for the town’s next Manager. The SelectBoard plans to announce this week the candidates who made the list to be interviewed. Chair Wendy Reed and member Barry Fogel decided last week not to call a special election to fill the vacancy created when Chris Wile resigned as a selectman last week. There was no funds in the budget for a special election, which would cost $6,700 plus the expense...
Time for Winter Golf
NEWBURY – With the shorts and flip flop weather last week, winter may seem a long way off, but hearty New England golfers know better. It is time to sign up for winter competitive leagues at the Newbury Golf Center. Last year, 160 players competed in its winter leagues, using the center’s 20 covered and heated bays using "Ball Flight" all winter to keep their game sharp. “This season we have partnered with Golf Genius software to offer real-time scoring and live leaderboards for the entire 12 weeks of our...
West Newbury Fire on Main St.
WEST NEWBURY — Fire Chief Michael Dwyer reports that the West Newbury Fire Department, with assistance from numerous mutual aid partners, extinguished a two-alarm fire in a single-family home on Main Street Thursday afternoon. At approximately 1:57 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, the West Newbury Public Safety Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a house fire at 598 Main St. Upon arrival, West Newbury Police units reported heavy smoke showing from the rear of the building. First arriving firefighters from Newburyport...
Pentucket Regional Middle School Wins Math Competition
WEST NEWBURY – The Pentucket Regional Middle School math team won the Mosca division at the first meet of the Intermediate Math League of Eastern Massachusetts (IMLEM) season. The team scored 150 points, two two points ahead of second-place Harold L. Qualters Middle School of Mansfield. Its score was 80 points higher than at the same meet last year. The team was led by Alex E., who scored 17 out of 18, answering eleven of twelve questions correctly. IMLEM has held math competitions for middle school students...
Boxford Community Center Art Exhibit
submitted by Liz Murphy Boxford Community Center Board Member BOXFORD – The Boxford Community Center is proud to partner with the nonprofit “Love Your Life” to present Meagan Schmitt’s Living in the Color, a groundbreaking art exhibit that works to change the perception and stigma around substance use disorder. By reframing addiction through photography and personal narratives, a visual and emotional connection can be made. Creating art is an opportunity to have a conversation around a topic that touches nearly...
Northeast Massachusetts Emergency Alerts:
Northeast Massachusetts Emergency Alerts: SUNDAY, 11/8/2026 - NEWBURY HAS A BODY RECOVERY IN THE FIELD OF TENDERCROP/COLBY FARM, 1 PATIENT CONFIRMED NON-VIABLE ON SCENE, CRIME SCENE ESTABLISHED FOR INVESTIGATION, BELIEVED TO BE UNRELATED TO THE EARLIER INCIDENT IN ROWLEY — C1,55 NE28 (posted on Facebook) SUNDAY, 11/8/2026 ROWLEY HAS A WATER RECOVERY ON THE MILL RIVER IN THE AREA OF 60 RED GATE RD, PARTY LOCATED IN THE WATER ABOUT 5’ FROM SHORE, CONFIRMED TO BE NONVIABLE, UNITS REMAINING ON SCENE FOR ADDITIONAL PD...
Newburyport Operation Christmas Child
NEWBURYPORT – Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 16 – 23. Nearly 5,000 drop-off locations will open across the country in November, and shoebox packers can bring their packed shoebox gifts to their nearest location. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering gift-filled shoeboxes to children including many who are suffering from war, poverty, disease and disaster. Operation Christmas Child hopes to reach...
West Newbury Free Webinar: Regenerative Grazing Wednesday, November 11, 2026 7:30 PM – 9 PM
Essex County Greenbelt, West Newbury Wild Native, and the West Newbury Agricultural Committee invite you to join us for a free webinar on Wednesday evening, November 11th, from 7:30-9:00 PM EST. Please RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/westnewburygoatsandsheep, and we will email you a link to the webinar. The webinar will explore how sheep and goats can support regenerative farming and conservation by improving soil health, controlling invasive plants, increasing soil carbon storage, and supporting wildlife. Keegan...
Haverhill Holiday Wreath Decorating Event
By Rocks Village Memorial Association The nonprofit Rocks Village Memorial Association is hosting its annual holiday wreath decorating event at the Hand Tub House in Rocks Village on Saturday, November 21. Join others to create your own personal holiday wreath. Participants will receive a 24" double sided Balsam wreath, handmade fabric bow of their choice, an assortment of natural flora and holiday decorations. Time options for the event are from 10:00 am to noon or 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Light refreshments will be...
Boxford Invites Residents to Weigh in on the Future of Two Town-Owned Properties
submitted by Matthew Coogan Town Administrator/ CPO Town of Boxford mcoogan@boxfordma.gov BOXFORD − The Boxford Select Board is seeking resident feedback on proposed next steps for two vacant Town-owned properties: demolition of the former West Boxford Library building and sale of the property at 188 Washington Street, and a competitive lease for reuse of the former Council on Aging building at 4 Middleton Road. The survey is open through November 16, 2026. This survey is the next step in an ongoing public...
Aulson Roofing, Goats to Go, Great Rock Farm, and the Community Celebrate The Gardens
GEORGETOWN − Alan Aulson greeted supporters of The Gardens at a great grand ribbon cutting ceremony last week. As neighbors and friends enjoyed donuts, coffee, and hot chocolate, Aulson pointed out the many folks present who helped with the garden cleanup. "Wayne and Jaime spent a tremendous amount of time up here - hours and hours on the machines just pulling stuff up," Aulson noted. "Jaime spent a lot of time up here with the goats, just clearing things [the tangled vines and overgrowth of the abandoned lots]...
Georgetown Water Cancer Probe Delayed
GEORGETOWN – This town may have a cancer problem, but the state Health Department does not have enough investigators to conduct a probe here, according to the town’s Health Director. Last week, residents received a letter from the town’s Water Department stating that tests had shown the water from the Patriot Lane Booster Station, east of Interstate 95, had exceeded the maximum allowed levels for the possible-to-probable cancer-causing chemical Trihalomethanes (THMs). The contamination averaged over the last year...
Monday Night at the Fights – Georgetown Select Board Discussion Flare Ups
by Lonnie Brennan GEORGETOWN – If you tune in or watch the replays, the Georgetown Select Board meetings continue to surprise. This past week, two particular scenes unfolded, both to do with the board's desire to move forward with developing a 'Charter' to change the town's form of government. At their last meeting, four members of the board indicated they had questions for the Charter Committee which was not present. A Charter, they discussed, would eliminate all elected positions in town with the exception of...
THE GARDEN THAT MADE ROOM FOR EVERYBODY’S WORK
THE GARDEN THAT MADE ROOM FOR EVERYBODY'S WORK To the Editor: The restoration of The Gardens at Georgetown, with help from civic groups, local businesses, volunteers, and people from the Essex County Sheriff's Pre-Release Center, offers an uncommon picture of community: people with different circumstances working toward something everyone can enjoy. My Christian faith makes me think of Jesus' words about the last becoming first. Service is not reserved for the most prominent person in the group. A person carrying...
West Newbury’s G.A.R Memorial Library November Events
G.A.R Memorial Library November Events Family Story Time Most Tuesdays & Fridays in November from 10:00 - 10:30 AM Listen to stories, sing songs, do fingerplays, and play a game. Free play after the story time is encouraged. Make your craft in the library or create something at home. Please drop in, best for ages infant to six years old. Canine Detectives: Sniffing out the Spotted Lanternfly Saturday, Nov. 7 at 10:00 AM Melissa McCue-McGrath, PACT ATI / ABTC ATI is a dog trainer and author, will visit the...
Hampton Falls Academy Open Houses
Heronfield Academy Invites Families to Discover an Extraordinary Middle School Experience HAMPTON FALLS, N.H. −Three years that shape a lifetime. The middle school years are a remarkable period of discovery, possibility and growth, when young people develop their voices, build confidence and begin to see what they're capable of achieving. At Heronfield Academy, middle school isn't one part of the educational journey; it's the school's singular focus. As an independent school dedicated exclusively to grades 6–8,...
Groveland Water Excavations
GROVELAND — The Groveland Water and Sewer Department is undertaking an extensive line identifcation project designed to identify all service line materials and remove any Lead or Galvanized service lines. This phase of the project includes parts of Center Street, Washington Street, Salem Street, King Street, Rollins Street, Ashcroft Terrace, Balch Avenue, and Fairview Circle. Approximately 270 services will be identified during this phase. To date, Groveland has not identified any Lead or Galvanized service...
Town of West Newbury Acknowledges the Resignation of Select Board Member Chris Wile
Town of West Newbury Acknowledges the Resignation of Select Board Member Chris Wile WEST NEWBURY – The Town of West Newbury acknowledges the resignation of Select Board Member Chris Wile after years of dedicated service to the community he cares so deeply about. “As we all know life is too short. The older you get the shorter it feels. I have realized that there are other adventures and opportunities that I need to address so I have made the very difficult decision to step away from town government. My thanks to...
Blues Singer at Belleville
Blues Singer at Belleville By Stewart Lytle, Sr. Reporter Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Farayi brings her warm, soulful voice to the Belleville concert stage Saturday, Nov. 14 for an evening of American blues, gospel, bluegrass and jazz. Farayi Malek was raised in Caldwell, ID, where she played the fiddle from age four. She was exposed to old-time, bluegrass and country through the Junior Jammer Fiddlers and gospel music at church. On the faculty at the Berklee College of Music,...
Wilfred “Will” C. Budd
Wilfred “Will” C. Budd, 78, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, October 26, 2026. Born December 9, 1947, in Ipswich, Massachusetts, Will was the son of H. Clark and Lillian (Searles) Budd. Will grew up in Rowley with his parents and his sisters, June and Charlotte. As a young man, he worked with his father on the family farm. After marrying his wife Aleta in 1972, Will worked in a number of different fields - as a farmer, a bus driver for the Town of Rowley, and as a diesel/fleet mechanic. Will...
Kenneth Michael Keyes
Kenneth Michael Keyes, 86, of Rowley, MA, passed away on Monday, October 26th at Anna Jacques Hospital surrounded by family. He was born on January 25, 1940, to Kenneth and Helen (Doherty) Keyes in Medford, MA. Raised in Winchester, MA, he attended Winchester Public Schools and graduated from Winchester High School in 1957. He enjoyed summers at the family vacation home at the top of Great Neck in Ipswich, MA. He married Sandra Seaboyer in 1961, and together, they raised three children in Rowley, MA. In the early...
John Franklin Donahoe
John Franklin Donahoe 75, formerly of Weymouth and Kingston passed away unexpectedly at his home in Rowley on October 21. He was the beloved son of the late Robert E and Lillian F (Hill)Donahoe who called him Jackie. We knew him as Jack, Dad and Ampa. Jack is survived by his devoted wife Rita (Fontana), cherished children Sarah Eastman and John (Julie) Donahoe and adored grandchildren, Megan and Eve Eastman and Logan and Hannah Donahoe. He also leaves his loving siblings Robert (Diane), Gail, Pau l(Maggie)...
Salisbury Town Manager Neil Harrington Thanked Business Community at Chamber’s 2026 Annual Dinner
by Lonnie Brennan SALISBURY – Salisbury Chamber of Commerce President Linda Boragine opened the group's 2026 Annual Dinner last week, welcoming members and guests, and listing a few of the chamber's events this past year, including ribbon cutting ceremonies, a fall festival kickoff at the Discount House at Salisbury Beach, and the extensive America 250th Anniversary events held at both the beach as well as in the square. Linda went on to detail a list of upcoming events, including the planting of a Christmas...
October Updates from Groveland’s Cable News
By Mike Dempsey - Reporter GROVELAND – Have you bought your November Council on Aging Calendar Raffle Tickets yet? For $10 you can support the Friends of the Council on Aging and get a chance to win a daily drawing. Prizes are for cash, gift cards, goods, or services. Each win is worth from 50 dollars to 100 dollars. Participants can win multiple times! November Calendar Raffle tickets are now available at the Council on Aging Office or at the Langley-Adams Library. Thanks to everyone who is supporting the...
The Daily News Moves
The Daily News of Newburyport will re-locate operations to Suite 6 (2nd Floor) at 190 State Street in Newburyport with a grand ribbon cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 5.
A Chief Honored, Cats Warned
IPSWICH – The Special Town Meeting last week approved all articles, honored a native son, who has been a policeman for 32 years, chief for 17, and put cats on notice that they may not be rowdy. The cat bylaw, which passed 140 to 18, placed cats on an even keel with dogs, creating rules for the owners of annoying and dangerous cats like those dogs face. Police and the animal control officer can now order Ipswich residents to keep their cats under control. It does not authorize the town to euthanize cats. The need...
Ipswich’s Downtown Trick or Treat
IPSWICH − The Town Common's Julianne DeSantis poses (left) with her 4-year-old son Lorenzo in front of a giant blow up Halloween Cat in Henry Bear's Toy Store on Market Street. The pair had joined the downtown Trick or Treat festivities, including visiting Ann of Anntiques who gave out candy to the trick or treaters. Above, some of the ladies from Caldwell Banker got into the 'spirit' as they adorned ghost and pumpkin costumes.
Ipswich Faces $1.2 Million Budget Deficit
IPSWICH –The SelectBoard voted last week to accept $390,000 from the federal Emergency Management Administration that will be used to hire two additional firefighters for the 19-person fire department for three years. But it was unclear if the town might have to return the grant and lay off the new firefighters if it runs low on money. Accepting the grant requires the town to pay 25 percent of the firefighters’ costs for the first three years and 100 percent in the fourth year, which the town may not have. That...
Georgetown Mass Memories Road Show
Submitted by Amy E. Smith, Chair, Georgetown Historical Commission GEORGETOWN − The Georgetown Mass Memories Road Show is a community history event produced in collaboration with the Georgetown Historical Commission, Georgetown Historical Society, Senior Center, Georgetown Peabody Library, and Mass Memories, the participatory archiving program in University Archives and Special Collections at the University of Massachusetts Boston. The Georgetown Mass Memories Road Show will take place on Saturday, November 7th...
Town of Newbury Invites Community Input on the Border to Boston Trail
Submitted by Sadie Woodward, Newbury Assistant Planner NEWBURY, MA − The Town of Newbury invites community members to help shape a future trail connection between Byfield Center and the Newburyport MBTA Station through two upcoming public open houses for the Border to Boston Trail Northern Newbury Segment Study. An in-person open house will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Newbury Town Library, Community Room, 0 Lunt Street in Byfield. Community members may stop by anytime...
Newburyport Fire at Chemical Plant
NEWBURYPORT − Interim Chief Stephen Hamilton reports that the Newburyport Fire Department responded to and extinguished a three-alarm fire at a chemical plant late Friday into Saturday. On Friday, Oct. 23, at approximately 11:10 p.m., Newburyport Fire responded to a chemical plant at 7 Mulliken Way for reports of an active fire. Upon arrival, crews observed heavy smoke coming from the structure. The building sprinklers had also been activated. Newburyport Fire declared a three-alarm fire to bring additional...
David Irving
It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of David E. Irving of Rowley, Massachusetts, on October 18, 2026, at the age of 83. A devoted educator, veteran, church leader, mentor, and family man, David touched countless lives through his service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to others. He was born in Providence, RI to Reverend Leslie Irving and Lucy (Burwood) Irving. He graduated from Lynn Classical High School in 1961 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Science...
The Town of West Newbury & the G.A.R. Memorial Library invite you to help shape the future of your Library!
The Town of West Newbury and the G.A.R. Memorial Library are exploring possibilities for the future of the Library building, and we want to hear from you! Join us for a community meeting with our consultants to learn more about the project, share your ideas, and help shape the conversation about what comes next. Whether you’re a regular visitor, an occasional user, or someone who rarely visits, your perspective matters. What do you love about the Library, and what should we preserve? What’s missing? What would...
Trick or Treating at the West Newbury Public Safety Complex
Happy Halloween! On Saturday, October 31 from 5:30pm - 7:30 pm West Newbury First Responders will be passing out candy. Please feel free to stop by on your night of Trick or Treating!
West Newbury Parks & Recreation Commission Vacancy
The Town of West Newbury is seeking residents interested in serving on the Parks & Recreation Commission! The Parks & Recreation Commission is an elected board that currently has one vacancy due to the resignation of a member. The Commission plays an important role in supporting the Town's parks, recreational programs, and community spaces. This is a great opportunity for residents looking to get involved and make a positive impact in West Newbury! Under Mass General Laws, vacancies on elected boards may...
Select Board Adopts Mission Statement for West Newbury
By the West Newbury Select Board WEST NEWBURY − "A municipal mission statement defines a local government’s core purpose and values. It also provides a framework for policy making and alignment of employee, volunteer, and resident priorities. At its October 8, 2026, meeting, the Select Board adopted the following mission statement for the Town of West Newbury: “To provide fiscally responsible municipal services while protecting the town’s natural resources, honoring its historic roots and agricultural heritage,...
Apprenticeship Fund Announces Hoisting and Portable Engineers Local 4 Applications Opportunity
Neighbors Express Concern Over Proposed Georgetown Lithium Battery Facility
GEORGETOWN – The Conservation Commission and Planning Board are considering allowing a Battery Electrical Storage System (BESS) to be installed at the former G. Mello Trash Disposal Corp. site on Main Street. [Mello moved to a new, modern location less than a mile away.] The 3-megawatt (MW) battery system proposed for Georgetown and a 5-MW facility under construction in Ipswich are part of six planned for various towns in the state by Virginia-based company, Lightshift Energy. They are designed to stabilize...
Georgetown Park & Rec Excited by ‘New Possibilities’ Thanks to Jim Bussing Sr’s Generosity
by Lonnie Brennan GEORGETOWN – Members of the Georgetown Park and Recs. Commission expressed excitement last week as they discussed new possibilities for the town, thanks to Jim Bussing's donation plans. In March we reported on a $1 million gift planned by former resident Jim Busssing. Since then, Mr. Bussing has experienced "frustration" with the town, which took almost seven months to begin the process to legally accept his donation. He was also frustrated with the selectman's office for allowing this to...
Boxford Seeks Applications for Community Preservation Act
submitted by Matthew Coogan Town Administrator/ CPO Town of Boxford BOXFORD – The Town of Boxford’s Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is now accepting applications for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding. Applications are due November 20, 2026, for projects seeking funding at the May 2027 Annual Town Meeting. CPA funds support projects in four categories: open space, historic preservation, outdoor recreation, and community housing. Eligible uses include protecting conservation and agricultural land,...
West Newbury Who Will Be Next Town Manager?
WEST NEWBURY – The SelectBoard with only two members, instead of the usual three, will begin Thursday to interview candidates for the town’s next Manager. The SelectBoard plans to announce this week the candidates who made the list to be interviewed. Chair Wendy Reed and member Barry Fogel decided last week not to call a special election to fill the vacancy created when Chris Wile resigned as a selectman last week. There was no funds in the budget for a special election, which would cost $6,700 plus the expense...
Time for Winter Golf
NEWBURY – With the shorts and flip flop weather last week, winter may seem a long way off, but hearty New England golfers know better. It is time to sign up for winter competitive leagues at the Newbury Golf Center. Last year, 160 players competed in its winter leagues, using the center’s 20 covered and heated bays using "Ball Flight" all winter to keep their game sharp. “This season we have partnered with Golf Genius software to offer real-time scoring and live leaderboards for the entire 12 weeks of our...
West Newbury Fire on Main St.
WEST NEWBURY — Fire Chief Michael Dwyer reports that the West Newbury Fire Department, with assistance from numerous mutual aid partners, extinguished a two-alarm fire in a single-family home on Main Street Thursday afternoon. At approximately 1:57 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, the West Newbury Public Safety Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a house fire at 598 Main St. Upon arrival, West Newbury Police units reported heavy smoke showing from the rear of the building. First arriving firefighters from Newburyport...
Pentucket Regional Middle School Wins Math Competition
WEST NEWBURY – The Pentucket Regional Middle School math team won the Mosca division at the first meet of the Intermediate Math League of Eastern Massachusetts (IMLEM) season. The team scored 150 points, two two points ahead of second-place Harold L. Qualters Middle School of Mansfield. Its score was 80 points higher than at the same meet last year. The team was led by Alex E., who scored 17 out of 18, answering eleven of twelve questions correctly. IMLEM has held math competitions for middle school students...
Boxford Community Center Art Exhibit
submitted by Liz Murphy Boxford Community Center Board Member BOXFORD – The Boxford Community Center is proud to partner with the nonprofit “Love Your Life” to present Meagan Schmitt’s Living in the Color, a groundbreaking art exhibit that works to change the perception and stigma around substance use disorder. By reframing addiction through photography and personal narratives, a visual and emotional connection can be made. Creating art is an opportunity to have a conversation around a topic that touches nearly...
Northeast Massachusetts Emergency Alerts:
Northeast Massachusetts Emergency Alerts: SUNDAY, 11/8/2026 - NEWBURY HAS A BODY RECOVERY IN THE FIELD OF TENDERCROP/COLBY FARM, 1 PATIENT CONFIRMED NON-VIABLE ON SCENE, CRIME SCENE ESTABLISHED FOR INVESTIGATION, BELIEVED TO BE UNRELATED TO THE EARLIER INCIDENT IN ROWLEY — C1,55 NE28 (posted on Facebook) SUNDAY, 11/8/2026 ROWLEY HAS A WATER RECOVERY ON THE MILL RIVER IN THE AREA OF 60 RED GATE RD, PARTY LOCATED IN THE WATER ABOUT 5’ FROM SHORE, CONFIRMED TO BE NONVIABLE, UNITS REMAINING ON SCENE FOR ADDITIONAL PD...
Newburyport Operation Christmas Child
NEWBURYPORT – Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 16 – 23. Nearly 5,000 drop-off locations will open across the country in November, and shoebox packers can bring their packed shoebox gifts to their nearest location. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering gift-filled shoeboxes to children including many who are suffering from war, poverty, disease and disaster. Operation Christmas Child hopes to reach...
West Newbury Free Webinar: Regenerative Grazing Wednesday, November 11, 2026 7:30 PM – 9 PM
Essex County Greenbelt, West Newbury Wild Native, and the West Newbury Agricultural Committee invite you to join us for a free webinar on Wednesday evening, November 11th, from 7:30-9:00 PM EST. Please RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/westnewburygoatsandsheep, and we will email you a link to the webinar. The webinar will explore how sheep and goats can support regenerative farming and conservation by improving soil health, controlling invasive plants, increasing soil carbon storage, and supporting wildlife. Keegan...
Haverhill Holiday Wreath Decorating Event
By Rocks Village Memorial Association The nonprofit Rocks Village Memorial Association is hosting its annual holiday wreath decorating event at the Hand Tub House in Rocks Village on Saturday, November 21. Join others to create your own personal holiday wreath. Participants will receive a 24" double sided Balsam wreath, handmade fabric bow of their choice, an assortment of natural flora and holiday decorations. Time options for the event are from 10:00 am to noon or 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Light refreshments will be...
Boxford Invites Residents to Weigh in on the Future of Two Town-Owned Properties
submitted by Matthew Coogan Town Administrator/ CPO Town of Boxford mcoogan@boxfordma.gov BOXFORD − The Boxford Select Board is seeking resident feedback on proposed next steps for two vacant Town-owned properties: demolition of the former West Boxford Library building and sale of the property at 188 Washington Street, and a competitive lease for reuse of the former Council on Aging building at 4 Middleton Road. The survey is open through November 16, 2026. This survey is the next step in an ongoing public...
Aulson Roofing, Goats to Go, Great Rock Farm, and the Community Celebrate The Gardens
GEORGETOWN − Alan Aulson greeted supporters of The Gardens at a great grand ribbon cutting ceremony last week. As neighbors and friends enjoyed donuts, coffee, and hot chocolate, Aulson pointed out the many folks present who helped with the garden cleanup. "Wayne and Jaime spent a tremendous amount of time up here - hours and hours on the machines just pulling stuff up," Aulson noted. "Jaime spent a lot of time up here with the goats, just clearing things [the tangled vines and overgrowth of the abandoned lots]...
Georgetown Water Cancer Probe Delayed
GEORGETOWN – This town may have a cancer problem, but the state Health Department does not have enough investigators to conduct a probe here, according to the town’s Health Director. Last week, residents received a letter from the town’s Water Department stating that tests had shown the water from the Patriot Lane Booster Station, east of Interstate 95, had exceeded the maximum allowed levels for the possible-to-probable cancer-causing chemical Trihalomethanes (THMs). The contamination averaged over the last year...
Monday Night at the Fights – Georgetown Select Board Discussion Flare Ups
by Lonnie Brennan GEORGETOWN – If you tune in or watch the replays, the Georgetown Select Board meetings continue to surprise. This past week, two particular scenes unfolded, both to do with the board's desire to move forward with developing a 'Charter' to change the town's form of government. At their last meeting, four members of the board indicated they had questions for the Charter Committee which was not present. A Charter, they discussed, would eliminate all elected positions in town with the exception of...
THE GARDEN THAT MADE ROOM FOR EVERYBODY’S WORK
THE GARDEN THAT MADE ROOM FOR EVERYBODY'S WORK To the Editor: The restoration of The Gardens at Georgetown, with help from civic groups, local businesses, volunteers, and people from the Essex County Sheriff's Pre-Release Center, offers an uncommon picture of community: people with different circumstances working toward something everyone can enjoy. My Christian faith makes me think of Jesus' words about the last becoming first. Service is not reserved for the most prominent person in the group. A person carrying...
West Newbury’s G.A.R Memorial Library November Events
G.A.R Memorial Library November Events Family Story Time Most Tuesdays & Fridays in November from 10:00 - 10:30 AM Listen to stories, sing songs, do fingerplays, and play a game. Free play after the story time is encouraged. Make your craft in the library or create something at home. Please drop in, best for ages infant to six years old. Canine Detectives: Sniffing out the Spotted Lanternfly Saturday, Nov. 7 at 10:00 AM Melissa McCue-McGrath, PACT ATI / ABTC ATI is a dog trainer and author, will visit the...
Hampton Falls Academy Open Houses
Heronfield Academy Invites Families to Discover an Extraordinary Middle School Experience HAMPTON FALLS, N.H. −Three years that shape a lifetime. The middle school years are a remarkable period of discovery, possibility and growth, when young people develop their voices, build confidence and begin to see what they're capable of achieving. At Heronfield Academy, middle school isn't one part of the educational journey; it's the school's singular focus. As an independent school dedicated exclusively to grades 6–8,...
Groveland Water Excavations
GROVELAND — The Groveland Water and Sewer Department is undertaking an extensive line identifcation project designed to identify all service line materials and remove any Lead or Galvanized service lines. This phase of the project includes parts of Center Street, Washington Street, Salem Street, King Street, Rollins Street, Ashcroft Terrace, Balch Avenue, and Fairview Circle. Approximately 270 services will be identified during this phase. To date, Groveland has not identified any Lead or Galvanized service...
Town of West Newbury Acknowledges the Resignation of Select Board Member Chris Wile
Town of West Newbury Acknowledges the Resignation of Select Board Member Chris Wile WEST NEWBURY – The Town of West Newbury acknowledges the resignation of Select Board Member Chris Wile after years of dedicated service to the community he cares so deeply about. “As we all know life is too short. The older you get the shorter it feels. I have realized that there are other adventures and opportunities that I need to address so I have made the very difficult decision to step away from town government. My thanks to...