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Colby Farm Sunflowers, Sunflower Field, Newbury MA

Colby Farm Sunflowers – Experience the Joy!

The Sunflower field will be open for the 2026 season from Thursday, August 27th through Sunday, September 6th. Visit between 9 am - 6 pm Mon - Sat and 10 am - 6 pm on Sundays. There is no event/ticket cost, simply a $10 cash only parking fee.
US Coast Guard Birthday, Newburyport

US Coast Guard Birthday an Annual Celebration of Maritime History

The US Coast Guard Birthday is August 4th and 2026 marks 236 years for the oldest branch of the US military. This annual celebration also aligns with the history of
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Newburyport Bed Race 2026 – A Local Summer Tradition

The 2026 Newburyport Bed Race will take place on Thursday, July 30th at 6 pm on Federal Street. This action-packed event is hosted by the Newburyport Lion’s Club and is
Yankee Homecoming Waterfront Morning Workouts, Newburyport

Yankee Homecoming Waterfront Morning Workouts – Sponsored by AJH

The 2026 Yankee Homecoming Waterfront Morning Workouts are back for another round of classes with amazing views of the Newburyport waterfront. These FREE classes, all hosted by local fitness businesses,
Amesbury Days Events, Massachusetts Summertime Traditions

Amesbury Days Events – Summertime Traditions Since 1899

This year’s Amesbury Days festivities will take place from June 25, through July 4, 2026, with multiple exciting events each day. The current summertime tradition is passed down from a town festival in 1899 that manifested as a one day outing for the town’s mill workers.
Yankee Homecoming Sidewalk Sales Newburyport

Yankee Homecoming Sidewalk Sales – Shop Local

The Yankee Homecoming Sidewalk Sales are an annual Newburyport shopping event that take place each year from Thursday – Saturday of Yankee Homecoming week. The 2026 Sidewalk Sales are scheduled
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2026 US Coast Guard Open House – A Yankee Homecoming Historic Tour

Whether you have a little Coast Guard in training at home, or you would like to meet the men and women that protect our city, the US Coast Guard Open
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Veterans’ Day Ceremony 2025

The 2025 Newburyport Veterans’ Day Ceremony is being moved to the upstairs auditorium inside of City Hall due to forecasted high winds and cold temperatures. The ceremony will begin at
Fall Fest Newburyport

Autumn Fest Newburyport – Gratitude and Appreciation for Community

Experience Autumn Fest 2026 referred to in recent years as Newburyport Fall Fest on Saturday, October 10th and Sunday, October 11th from 10 am – 4 pm in downtown Newburyport. In
Beatlejuice Concert, Newburyport Waterfront Stage

Beatlejuice Concert Newburyport Waterfront Stage

Beatlejuice in September…Oh Yeah! After this summer’s Thursday night Yankee Homecoming concert was rained out, “Here Comes the Sun” — and with it, Newburyport’s favorite Beatles tribute band returns to
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Road to Revolution – Newburyport’s Role in the Revolutionary War

The Newburyport Road to Revolution parade and ceremony was held on Saturday, June 28th to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and to honor Newburyport’s historic significance in
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Newburyport Haunted House – Visit 13 Tilton Street if You Dare!

Have you seen the 2024 Newburyport Haunted House? Although there are others….many say that the home of Bruce Page is without question one of the top scary homes North of
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Build A Bed Inspires Teamwork by Local Banks to Benefit Children

Local banks will join forces for their annual Build A Bed team-building initiative, an inspiring example of collaboration and teamwork helping to build beds for children in our community and
Evolution of the Gray Wolf, Newburyport Beach Dog

How the Gray Wolf Became Man’s Best Friend: Domestication & the Dog Breeds of Today

Imagine living back in ancient times and having the gray wolf as man’s best friend. The scientific community, using today’s technology, strongly indicates that all dogs can genetically be traced back
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Repair Café, Don’t Ditch It, Fix It: Saturday 9/27/25

Grab that old toaster that’s lacking heat or wristwatch that has you constantly running late and pay a visit to the handy team of skilled repair volunteers at the Repair
100th Birthday, Ted Coburn, Newburyport

100th Birthday Drive-By Honoring Ted Coburn Newburyport

Happy 100th Birthday Ted! Local Newburyport resident, Edward “Ted” Coburn, WWII Veteran turned 100 years young on May 6, 2024! On that same day, Ted competed in his 10th Senior
Computer showing and example of cyber share

Cybersecurity Tips To Protect Assets and Avoid Cyberattacks

Cybersecurity Tips for Massachusetts Residents Are you looking to take your cyber skills to the next level? Whether you are looking to protect yourself or your business in Massachusetts, with the
Money Markets and CDs, Seacoast Wealth Management, Portsmouth NH

Money Markets & CDs: Stepping Out Of Cash

With the 10th interest rate hike in 14 months, the Federal Funds Rate is currently 4.75%-5% and, unlike some investments, Money Market and Certificate of Deposits have benefitted tremendously. For

2023 Market Outlook

Investing, in most cases, is best approached with a long-term perspective, however assessing near-term risks in the market is vital in evaluating the health of financial plans as well as
Newburyport Eagle Scout Ceremony for Scout Troop 21 with Elected Officials

Newburyport Scout Troop 21 – Commitment to Community

Eagle Scouts: Noah LaFlamme-Howe (L), Henry Blouin (C) and Bryce Ciampitti (R) were joined by family and friends and recognized by: Senator Bruce Tarr, Representative Dawne Shand, and Mayor Sean Reardon who presented the Eagle Scouts with Official Citations by the MA State Senate and House of Representatives as well as the City of Newburyport.
Tax Loss Harvesting Roth Conversions, Seacoast NH & North Shore MA

Tax Loss Harvesting & Roth Conversions – Ideas For A Down Year

Tax Loss Harvesting and Roth Conversions are two strategies that can help many of our Seacoast NH and North Shore MA clients make the best of a down year. 2022

Financial Planning - Experienced Financial Advisors

Financial Planning with a local team of experienced financial advisors is, in our view, the optimal path to future stability and peace of mind. With almost 60 years of combined
Architectural Styles, Newburyport, MA

Architectural Styles of Newburyport Meet Reimagined Interiors

Architectural styles abound in Newburyport. As you drive down High Street you’ll see examples of Cape, Mission, Bungalow, Modern Farm House, Federalist, Mansard, Greek Rival, Mid-Century, Ranch, Colonial and many
Linden Tree, Newburyport

Linden Trees Bring Sweet Scents to Downtown Newburyport

Along with the smell of the ocean air, you may notice the additional fragrant scent of Linden trees when strolling around downtown Newburyport. These aromatic trees fill the coastal town’s
Plum Island Parking, Center Lot, Newbury, MA

Plum Island Parking Details and Tips for Visitors and Residents

A day trip to the island offers great eats, adventures and beaches—but before you hop in the car it’s important to learn the details on Plum Island parking. Because the
Piping Plovers Nesting, Plum Island Refuge Closures, Newbury MA

Piping Plovers Nesting Season Brings Annual Plum Island Refuge Closures

Each year Plum Island beachgoers must pack up their gear and vacate The Parker River National Wildlife Refuge when the piping plovers swoop in for nesting and breeding season causing
Historic Carousel, Salisbury Beach

Historic Carousel on Salisbury Beach – Newburyport Bank $250K Donation

A beautifully restored historic carousel and new pavilion has been constructed on Salisbury Beach thanks to the efforts of the Salisbury Beach Partnership and a generous $250K donation from Newburyport
Air Quality, Newburyport MA

Five Ways to Improve Air Quality in your Home

You probably filter most of the two or three quarts of water you drink every day. But what about the 15,000 quarts of air you breathe, especially inside your home?
Turco Legal, Divorce Law Trends, Newburyport MA

Trends in Massachusetts Divorce Law: Equality and Structure

Divorce law trends are moving in a direction of equality and structure. Divorce may seem like a modern issue.  That is, it sometimes seems like one of those problems with
Hines Way, Robert Bentley, Newburyport

Final Hines Way Townhomes Hit Market this Spring

Newburyport’s new development, Hines Way, stands out from many other projects in the port city with one-of-a-kind style and amenities. This well sought-after community, which has been built and sold