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Salisbury To Test Road Restrictions To Reduce Beach Traffic
SALISBURY, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — The town of Salisbury is trying out a road restriction plan in an effort to reduce traffic and gridlocks. Starting 9 a.m. on July 20 and 21, road access to Cable Avenue from Beach Road will be restricted to only residents and their guests. A sign showing “No Right Turn,” “No Beach Parking,” and “Resident Access Only" will be on sight.
Letter: A lot to celebrate in Ipswich
My family has lived in Ipswich for 10 years. Others have strong histories, and long family roots here. Those before us made Ipswich a desirable town to raise a family, and neighbors instantly welcomed us. Downtown was so alive. Restaurants abuzz with white-noise laughter, honks from passing cars saying hello, and neighbors on the street in an unplanned meet-cute.
Join us for the Negro Election Day Parade
Join us for the Salem United Negro Election Day Parade on Saturday, July 20, at 12 p.m. The parade celebrates Negro Election Day as a state holiday in Massachusetts and commemorates the first Black voting system in the Commonwealth, dating back to the 1700s. The parade is scheduled to last about 90 minutes.
Georgetown Water Department Notifies Residents of Upcoming Service Interruption Due to Water Main Maintenance
GEORGETOWN – The Georgetown Water Department will need to create a service interruption next week due to necessary water main maintenance in Town. From Monday, July 22 through Friday, July 26, crews from J.P. Cardillo & Son Inc. will be in Town prepping for maintenance on the water mains at Central, Andover and West Main streets.
King’s Beach cleanup goes high tech
Paul HalloranLYNN — Work is ongoing to target potential sources and solutions for the issues forcing the frequent closing of King’s Beach due to elevated bacteria levels. In recent weeks, closed-circuit cameras were temporarily placed inside 21 miles of storm drains for inspection and cleaning. “Most of these pipes were installed in the late ’90s or […] The post King’s Beach cleanup goes high tech appeared first on Itemlive.
Nahant fees scheduled to increase
Benjamin PierceNAHANT — The town released its master fee schedule for Fiscal Year 2025. The schedule includes all fees that departments in Town charge for services. Each year, the Board of Selectmen may recommend increases in some line items from the prior year. Town Administrator Tony Barletta named the proposed increase of beach parking stickers as […] The post Nahant fees scheduled to increase appeared first on Itemlive.
Letter: Public should have a say on Wharf blocks
I have requested the select board place Town Wharf and the removal of granite blocks on the agenda for public discussion since September 2023. These repeated written and in-person requests have gone unheeded. We have been promised an open hearing on the wharf that has not been forthcoming. Here are...
Rourke: The Lowell Folk Festival: A celebration of unity and pride
As Mayor of this vibrant city, it brings me immense joy to reflect on one of our most cherished events: the Lowell Folk Festival. This annual celebration is more than just a weekend of music, dance, and culinary delights; it is a testament to the indomitable spirit of our community, the power of partnerships, and the profound pride we all share for our city.
Massachusetts Gives Locals $76,000+ for Cybersecurity
(TNS) — Artificial intelligence is helping cyber-scammers get better at what they do each and every day. With that maxim in mind, the state announced Thursday it will be giving the city, as well as nearby Merrimac, over $76,000 in grants to bolster their cybersecurity measures. Newburyport will receive...
Stoneham ZBA approves new 378-unit housing complex by Spot Pond
With the town’s Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) recently sanctioning the construction of a 378-unit apartment complex by Spot Pond, Stoneham hopes to soon become the latest Middlesex East community to meet its affordable housing mandates under the state’s Chapter 40B statute. Earlier this month, the town’s ZBA...
LTE: Lynn could learn something from the Pacheco Law
To The EditorTo the editor: Two things have caught my attention as we head to the end of the 2024 legislative session: the retirement of state Sen. Marc Pacheco and the privatization of tax collection and resident parking in the City of Lynn. These are connected because Sen. Pacheco is the author of the Pacheco Law that […] The post LTE: Lynn could learn something from the Pacheco Law appeared first on Itemlive.
Construction begins on Nahant pump station
Benjamin PierceNAHANT — Construction on the new Ward Road Pump Station has officially begun. In June, the entire building of the station was brought down after the discovery of multiple structural issues. The station’s main purpose is to separate the town’s stormwater from wastewater. The skeletal structure of the new walls has been formed, with the […] The post Construction begins on Nahant pump station appeared first on Itemlive.
Burbank Ice Arena officials open to senior center, recreation projects
READING – Whether it’s pickleball courts or a new senior center, Burbank Arena’s Board of Directors won’t stand in the way. Just don’t mess with their parking. Tuesday night the Select Board discussed the town’s lease with the Reading Ice Arena Authority. With all the talk of potentially putting something on the Symonds Way land surrounding the arena, it was a feeling out session for the board. Would the arena’s seven board members play nice with the town or would it become an issue? It didn’t take long to get an answer.
With no comment, Rockport Select Board declines to reappoint conscom chair
During a routine annual reappointment of committee, board and commission members on July 9 the Rockport Select Board voted 4-1 against reappointing Laura Kozachek to the Conservation Commission. Kozachek was serving as its chair. The only discussion prior to the vote was Selectwoman Laura Evans stating strong support for Kozachek.
"Someone Must Have Taken the Bar Exam for You" Was Just Insult, Not Libel
From Massachusetts Superior Court Judge John Pappas's opinion in Lucey v. Kinnon, decided last month but just posted on Westlaw; seems correct to me:. Mr. Kinnon's allegedly defamatory statement was made to … Mr. Lucey … in response to a comment Mr. Lucey made under a post Mr. Kinnon published on the Facebook Group, "Malden (MA) Politics." The group has over 2000 members, and "is a forum for discussion of local events and political issues relevant to Malden and the surrounding area." Mr. Lucey alleges that he and Mr. Kinnon have a history of online exchanges "dating back years," and that Mr. Kinnon has engaged in casting "obnoxious" insults at him, including those attacking his skill as an attorney and his intellectual prowess…. The [allegedly defamatory] comment, in full, reads as follows:
Planning, Zoning Recommend Cannabis Overlay Subcommittee
The Planning Board, Land Use Committee, and Zoning Bylaw Review Committee offered their initial opinions last night on the proposal to create a retail marijuana overlay in Burlington, and a common theme was the recommendation to establish a cannabis overlay subcommittee. This group would take on the work of ensuring the proposed general and zoning bylaws accounted for all the considerations brought up at last night’s meeting and would create their own overlay rather than using the one proposed by Town Meeting Member Alex Rutfield on behalf of community proponent Will Seagaard.
Select Board approves new price for recycling items
WILMINGTON — Wilmington DPW Director Jamie Magaldi came before the Select Board to discuss a recommendation that the town increase the cost for residents for the recycling of white goods and Cathode Ray Tubes from $10 to $25. Town Manager Eric Slagle mentioned that the board had previously asked...
5 Things To Do In Wilmington On Thursday, July 25, 2024
WILMINGTON, MA — Below are 5 things to do in Wilmington on Thursday, July 25, 2024:. The Wilmington Knights of Columbus Hall (112 Middlesex Avenue) is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive from 2pm to 7pm. Learn more HERE. The Wilmington Senior Center (15 School Street) is holding the...
Select Board invites residents to comment on Olin proposal by Aug. 1 deadline
WILMINGTON — The Select Board’s agenda for Monday, July 15 pertained to a request for a one-day license, requests for the use of town spaces, signing the election warrant, and communications. The board voted in favor of a request from Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant and Code 1 BBQ...
VIDEO: Ball In The House Performs On Wilmington Town Common
WILMINGTON, MA — A cappella sensation Ball in the House performed on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 as part of the Wilmington’s Recreation Department’s “Concerts on the Common.”. Watch their performance, courtesy of Wilmington Community Television, below:. Like Wilmington Apple on Facebook. Follow Wilmington Apple on Twitter....
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