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The Triton girls’ cross country team pose on Monday afternoon after winning their ﬁrst Cape Ann League title in twenty-nine years.

Baker Backs Gray By Stewart Lytle, Reporter –––––––––––––––––

By Stewart Lytle, Reporter ––––––––––––––––– PLUM ISLAND – Conceding that they were poorly prepared for the historic snowfall that hit the Commonwealth hard last winter, municipal officials declared last week that they are better prepared this year to cope with the potential freezing of the island’s complex sewer system. “I don’t see any problems this winter unless we have a winter like we did last year,” said Jamie Tuccolo, Newburyport’s collection system superintendent, at a briefing for about 50 Plum Island residents at the Plum Island Taxpayers Association hall. In one of the worst winters on record, the state got more than 110 inches of snow, most of it in a five Continued on page 3

“The residents of Amesbury deserve a leader who will continue to fight for responsible and accountable government - and Mayor Ken Gray has a record of doing just that,” Baker said. “Under Mayor Gray’s leadership, Photo provided by Mayor Gray’s office. Amesbury has seen Fom left are Donna Gray, Gov. Charlie Baker and Mayor two consecutive Ken Gray. years of lower tax AMESBURY – Gov. Charlie Baker rates, more investment in education once referred to Amesbury Mayor Ken and millions of dollars in new economic Gray as “Landslide Ken,” a nickname development. With his proven track derived from Gray’s four-vote victory record of success, Mayor Ken Gray is in his first election for mayor two years the best choice to continue Amesbury’s progress,” the first-term governor said. ago. Gray said he was honored to have But what little suspense there was that the Republican governor would Governor Baker’s support and added endorse one of the few Republican that his partnership with the Baker mayors on the North Shore was ended administration has been crucial to a less than a week before the mayor’s first several initiatives. Continued on page 2 campaign for reelection this Tuesday.

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ArtWalk Showcases Local Contemporary Artists By Stewart Lytle, Reporter –––––––––––––––––

Photo by Stewart Lytle Dick Summers in his gallery. REGIONAL – The Newburyport In a cooperative effort, they banded ArtWalk began 15 years ago as a together to design and print maps of way for the city’s galleries to draw each of their locations and placed attention to themselves among local them in coffee shops. There was little residents and visitors. Continued on page 3

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For the past year the Pine Grove School PTA has been planning an outdoor learning garden on the grounds of Pine Grove School. On Saturday, October 17th and Saturday, October 24th all of our hard work in securing funds and donations paid off as numerous parents and community volunteers came together for a community build. We would like to take the opportunity to thank all of those involved. Without their hard work and commitment to Pine Grove School and its students, this project would not have been possible. We would like to give special thanks to Principal Kneeland for supporting the project and Chris Imlach from Swazy and Alexander for taking the lead as the onsite project manager and to his team for laying the pathways. Thank you to Kim Perilli for designing the perfect space for our children to learn, Bentley Warren for donating the gravel, T.W. Excavating Corporation for clearing the land and donating the composted soil for the beds and gardens, Timberline Enterprises for their very generous lumber donation to build the raised beds and surrounding fence, Chickadee Hill Farm Services for donating the wood chips surrounding the beds and Wolf Hill Home and Garden for donating trees and shrubs for our bird and butterfly garden beds. Finally, thank you to the Rowley Cultural Council for their grant funds which enabled us to purchase the handicap accessible raised beds and much needed student garden tools to help sustain the garden. We are excited for our next phase which will include a pergola for an outdoor classroom area and we look forward to spring when the teachers and students will head out into this garden to grow and learn. Thank you kindly, Nicole Thornton, The Pine Grove School PTA

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“The Governor’s focus on cities and towns has provided my administration and the City Council with opportunities to improve our community. Due to the Baker Administration’s investment in Chapter 90 local aid, streets that have for many years been left in severe need of repair, such as Pleasant Valley Road and Whitehall Road, are now being paved. Governor Baker is investing $525,000 in the Lower Millyard and has engaged Amesbury in his Community Compact initiative to provide my administration with resources that will help us ensure that taxpayer dollars are spent as effectively and efficiently as possible.” In the election this week for mayor and city council, Gray is opposed by Ronald Wood.

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week period. The result was that the vulnerable water and sewer system on Plum Island froze and failed to operate properly. The sewer problems on Plum Island cost the city, at least initially, almost $350,000 for contractors and supplies, overtime for city workers and temporary housing for residents whose sewers froze. Some of the money may be reimbursed by the city’s insurance company. And the state has approved a grant of $50,000 to help cover the costs. When Mayor Donna Holaday complained that the city “has not gotten its hand on that (the state’s) money,” state Rep. Jim Kelcourse, RAmesbury, said he has been assured the check is on its way. Newbury and Newburyport officials say they have used the warmer months to learn from the mistakes make last year and to correct some of the problems. The biggest challenges occurred because officials did not know where many of the valves and vents were located. Once the snow covered them, it was hard to find the them to make sure they were working. Tuccolo said the city has now identified the location of every valve and vent on the island and with support of the Merrimack Valley

Planning Commission has mapped each on a geographic information system (GIS) application that is scheduled to be uploaded to the city’s web site by the end of November. Residents will be able to go on the web site and see if the AirVac sewer system for their house is working. A green color means the system is operating normally. Yellow will mean residents should curtail heavy water use. “If you see red, don’t flush your toilet, wash your laundry or take a shower,” Tuccolo said. During the warmer months, the city raised the diversion valves so they will not be in pools of water that freeze. They have also been marked with florescent paint to make it easier to find them. About 200 manhole covers have been insulated, and the city is working with MIT to develop a system to keep the water that collects in manholes above freezing without using electricity. Tuccolo asked all residents who stay on the island during the winter to keep the air vents or candy canes cleared of snow and brush so they can hear if the vents are working properly. A properly working candy cane will make one noise when it is turning on. If it is not working properly it will make that sound continuously, he said.

“Do the city a solid,” Tuccolo said, by cleaning out the candy canes of any neighbors who are not on the island for the winter. The snow covered candy canes were blocked and hard to find last winter. The city and town officials said they would be working as a team this year, communicating better and coordinating efforts. During emergencies, the Newburyport Emergency Operations Center on Low Street will be activated in heavy snows to take calls. Residents were asked to update their contact information so they can be notified by phone or email in the event of an emergency. Municipal leaders blame the company that installed the island sewer system for much of its problems. Holaday said progress is being made in negotiations with the state Attorney General to forge a settlement between the city, state and the company, CDM Smith, a 5,000employee company with contracts throughout the nation. The company has denied negligence and argued that the system was not properly maintained by the city. Sign up for Code Red and E-Alerts from the city of Newburyport at its web site, www.cityofnewburyport. com.

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November 4 - 10, 2015 Newbury. Our talk on trails in West Newbury on November 5 is being given by West Newbury neighbor and multi-use trail-advocate, Deb Hamilton. Deb served for 20 years on the WN Conservation Commissio, and has been a member of the Mill Pond Committee since 1989. She and her husband, Alex, enjoy walking and maintain the extensive network of local trails, and as a Board Member of the Essex County Trails Ass (ECTA), Deb has been part of many trail projects in West Newbury and the other 3 ECTA member towns. Whether you like a good climb, a leisurely ramble or a beauty filled hike, you will be inspired to get out and explore some of the wonderful West Newbury “links on one chain” where Deb will take you. Open to the Public. Cost $5.00. Please visit us at www.wngc.org

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26th ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE AUCTION The Plaistow Area Commerce Exchange (P.A.C.E) will hold their 26th Annual Scholarship and Community Service Auction on Friday November 6, at the Legacy Ballroom, at Atkinson Resort & Country Club. The event will begin with a Cocktail Social and Silent Auction from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 8:00 p.m., followed by the presentation of the 2015 Business Person of the Year Award, and the Live FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6th Auction at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $45.00 per person and reservations are required 4th ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFTS by October 23. For more information on SHOW how you can become a sponsor, donate Friend’s Boutique (4th Annual Arts an auction item, or purchase tickets to and Crafts Show) - Friday, November the event, please contact Susan Funk at 6th from 6 to 8 PM (Preview Event 603-382-3634 or pacenh@yahoo.com. with Refreshments) and Saturday, November 7th from 10 AM to 3 THE REHEARSAL PM, Essex Shipbuilding Museum, 66 Ipswich Middle School presents “The Main Street, Essex. Holiday shopping Rehearsal” by Don Zolidis November for the whole family! All items are hand- 6 & 7 at 7pm & November 7 & 8 at made, including: soaps, candles, wooden 2:30pm (yes there are two shows on birdhouses, painted canvas placemats, November 7). Tickets: $10 adult, $8 hand-knitted hats, socks, and scarves, Student and Senior available at the door. and many more handmade items. Putting on a school play is a story in itself... and that’s what “The Rehearsal” MICE PLAN CRANE ESTATE ART is all about. The play, presented by SHOW INVASION Ipswich Middle School reveals the Ten wooden mice carved by sculptor backstage drama behind the scenes of a Justin Gordon will be featured guests at school production of “Guys & Dolls”... the Crane Estate Art Show & Sale: Hide coincidentally the show last presented by and Seek November 6-8 at the Crane Ipswich Middle School! Estate, 290 Argilla Road in Ipswich. All weekend, visitors may search for the SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7th mice hidden throughout the art galleries. Tickets are $75; $60 for Trustees CHRISTMAS BAZAAR members. Advance reservations at www. The annual Christmas Bazaar at Our thetrustees.org or 978.356.4351 x4015 Lady of Hope church in Ipswich will be are strongly recommended. The Art Saturday November 7th from 9:00 am to Show will continue on November 7 and 3:00 pm in the parish hall on Linebrook 8, from 10 am – 4 pm daily. Admission Road. Santa will be there from 10:00 am is free to all. A student reception will be to noon. There will be one $1000 and held in the Casino at 2 pm on Saturday. two $250 prizes, a silent auction, plus a The public is welcome to attend. TFor separate auction for patriot tickets and a more information, visit www.thetrustees. handmade quilt. Tables include baked org or call 978.356.4351. goods, candy and a snack table. Also, a white elephant, craft table and toys, plus NOVEMBER’S HALF-DAY MOVIE a boutique featuring jewelry and pocket Inside Out (PG) Friday, Nov. 6th at books. Lunch is also available. 1pm: Newbury Town Library, 0 Lunt St., Byfield. Nothing to do after school on HOLIDAY FAIR the Friday half day? Come to the library The Market Street Baptist Church, for a showing of Inside Out (PG), an 37 Market Street is hosting a holiday fair animated film. On Triton School District on Saturday, November 7 as part of the Half-Days (Professional Days), we will Amesbury Village of Church Fairs Day be showing movies at 1pm. Popcorn and from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Proceeds this water will be served. Children under 10 year will go directly to our Building Fund must be accompanied by an adult. Please to pay off the renovations loan. We boast register online at newburylibrary.org to the largest “Attic Treasures/Granny’s let us know you’re coming. Attic”. Our gym at the rear of the church is filled with used and new items such as ARTIST RECEPTION household, kitchen, decorative, crafts, The Seacoast Artist Association will collectable and toys to sell. Prices are be holding a Members Only Show in not posted - pay what you can afford. At the Historic Old Town Hall of Exeter the front of the church in the meeting right next to the bandstand, upstairs. An hall is the “Soup & Sandwich Buffet” Opening Reception to which the public where we offer tuna or chicken salad

SATURDAY MORNING BIRDING Our experienced leaders will take you to birding hot spots in the Newburyport/ Plum Island area in search of avian activity. Beginners and birders of all skill levels are welcome. Sat, Nov 07, 2015; 9 am - 11:30 am. Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $12. No preregistration required. For more information, call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the website at www. massaudubon.org/joppaflats.

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a fresh twist to the genre at a 7:30 pm concert for all ages at the First Parish Church of Newbury. To hear samples and to learn more about Reid and Andersen, visit their websites: woodpecker.com and www.joyscream.com. The First Parish Church Concert Series will have more shows on tap in months to come. Tickets for Harvey Reid and Joyce Andersen sell for $19 in advance at http://www. brownpapertickets.com/event/2226676 or $20 at the door. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8th MICE PLAN CRANE ESTATE ART SHOW INVASION See Friday, November 6th.

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