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Santa Makes House Calls
Donnie Jarvis and Eva Montibello
REGIONAL – Donnie Jarvis
remembers the first time he
brought a gift to a home for
children who otherwise would
not have had a good Christmas.
Dressed as Santa Claus, complete
with beard, hat and padded suit,
Jarvis came around the corner of
the house and surprised the boy
with a wrapped toy. For the Triton
Regional High School graduate, it
was a priceless moment.
“The excitement level of the kids
By Stewart Lytle, Reporter
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runs through you. When you see
their energy levels, it drives you all
night,” he said.
The Army veteran of tours in
Iraq and Afghanistan started two
years ago playing Santa for free to
children of families of all incomes
and situations, but particularly
those who are in need.
“Christmas is not the same for
everyone,” he said. “We want to
reach those families that have
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Ipswich Students Back Plastic Bag, Styrofoam Ban
REGIONAL – It started with
five students in Ipswich High
School teacher Lori LaFrance’s
sustainability class.
Claire McElwain, Charlotte
Howe, Carly Restuccia, Jillian
Wall and Claire Werner learned
how laws are passed in town and
spoke at the spring 2016 Town
Meeting to ask the citizens to ban
thin, single-use plastic bags and
Styrofoam containers.
The five students have graduated
and moved on in their lives, but
that law, which was approved
almost unanimously, began being
implemented last month, thanks
to other students in the town’s two
elementary schools and its middle
school. The students were given
multi-use canvas bags, including
insulated ones, to take home to
their families.
The Middle School’s Green
Team stenciled colorful reminder
messages, Got Bags? on downtown
sidewalks. And about 100
students and adults showed up at
the Winthrop School to turn old
t-shirts, donated by the YMCA,
into fabric bags emblazoned with
the Ipswich Recycles logo.
The result, according to Marlee
Connelly, the town’s recycling
coordinator: There has been almost
By Stewart Lytle, Reporter
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From left, Frank Ventimiglia and Marlee Connelly
no push back from residents or
merchants.
Ipswich residents have “a lot of
commitment” to the health of the
town, she said.
Students, who do cleanups in
the Ipswich River and bay, have
seen the damage the plastic bags
and Styrofoam do to wildlife and
the environment, she said.
Frank Ventimiglia, public works
department operations manager,
agreed. “It is the right thing to
do.” The town takes recycling very
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seriously, he said.
Ipswich is not alone in
banning plastic bags. The city of
Newburyport was a pioneer on
the North Shore to ban the bags.
When Ipswich passed the ban, it
was one of 30 municipalities in
the state. Now, thanks in large
part to the Mass Green Network,
60 cities and towns have banned
plastic bags, including Gloucester,
Wenham and Hamilton and most
significantly, the city of Boston.
Continued on page 3
Whittier Bridge
Opens
On Friday, December 8th,
traffic started flowing on
southbound side of Route 95
across the newly rebuilt Whittier
Bridge.
Photo by Peter McClelland

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struggled during the past year.
We want to give a meaningful
Christmas to children who do not
have a gift. And it is all for free.”
Jarvis played Santa alone the
first year. Now he has added a
crew, another veteran man to
play Santa and three women who
play Ms. Claus and a couple of
elves. Veterans with the Veterans
Northeast Outreach Center
in Methuen are wrapping the
presents.
Families who want to invite
Santa and his crew for a visit
can sign up on Facebook at
Community Santa.org, so “we can
add you to Santa’s Christmas list.”
You can also donate a toy or other
present in exchange for a visit by
Mr. and Ms. Santa Claus.
There are several other agencies
collecting toys for distribution
during the holidays. In addition
to raising funds for four college
scholarships, the Rowley Veterans
Association is a collection point
for donated toys which will be
given to underprivileged children
on the North Shore. The RVA
is working in a program, called
Christmas for Kids, sponsored
by Sin City Cycles in Lynn and
Saugus. The toys can be dropped
at the RVA and will be distributed
to the children at St. Michael’s
Continued from page 1
Other North Shore cities and
towns, including Amesbury and
Rowley, have not implemented
the ban, local officials said.
The Green Network organization
fought hard for the ban in Boston
because it believes having the
largest city on board will lead to a
statewide ban on plastic bags.
Plastic bags, which were handed
out at grocery and drug stores and
many other retailers, were largely
used only one time. Estimates are
that a plastic bag is used for an
average of 17 minutes before it is
discarded sometimes in the trash,
but too often in the environment
where it causes problems.
Styrofoam, which has not been
as widely banned, releases toxic
chemicals that may be carcinogenic
into the environment.Neither the
plastic bags nor Styrofoam break
down in the environment.
In Ipswich, town leaders adopted
the program, and Connelly led the
effort, raising more than $8,000
from grants to buy the canvas bags
that were distributed through the
schools, the Council on Aging and
the food bank. The grants for the
bags came from Wheelabrator, the
town’s recycling company, and its
recycling committee.
Santa Makes House Calls
Hall in Lynn for an event at 7
p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15.
For more information, visit
Christmas for Kids on Facebook.
Jarvis is working with the
Newburyport Housing Authority
to identify families that should
receive a visit. Twenty children are
already scheduled to receive visits,
starting with the homes on Park
Circle.
His focus is primarily in
Newburyport and surrounding
communities. One target is
the families who are living in
the motels on Beach Road in
Salisbury, he said.
In a post announcing the home
visits, Jarvis wrote: “Thank you
so much for bringing the Magic
of Christmas and Santa to every
child! Santa’s Gifts are available
to children under 18 in specific
communities. BE ADVISED:
you may be visited by Santa, Mrs.
Claus or an Awesome Elf!”
Santa’s crew includes Paul
Riapelle of Methuen, who plays a
Santa. Eva Montibello of Haverhill
and Esther Cabrera from Methuen
will be either Ms. Claus or an elf.
Tammy Jenkins from Newbury
will be Ms. Claus.
Montibello, who is the
executive director of Homeless
Empowerment Project, met
Jarvis when they were both doing
“Most towns don’t have a
Marlee,” Ventimiglia said. Town
Manager Robin Crosbie gave
Connelly the responsibility of
implementing the bans.
Her approach was to call the
ban “a switch” in lifestyle, she said.
“No one likes to be told what to
do.”
It helped that Ipswich also lost
its two disposal companies that
accepted Styrofoam.
In Gloucester, which recently
adopted the ban, ward two
councilor Melissa Cox wrote:
“there really isn’t a good reason
to oppose a ban of disposable
plastic bags. The reality of plastic
bags is that while they are in fact
recyclable, only a small percentage
find their way into a recycling
bin. Most plastic bags end up in
landfills or as litter. And there is
no denying that plastic bags do
not safely break down and that it
costs money to pick up litter.”
Arguments against the ban
include their convenience for
shoppers. Robert Whynott, a
former Gloucester city clerk,
proposed the city adopt stronger
ordinances against all litter instead
of just singling out the plastic
bags.
Plastic bags, he wrote, “are a
outreach to homeless veterans.
Several times a month they bring
homeless veterans food, clothing,
backpacks and toiletries.
Asked how she got involved
in the community Santa project,
Montibello said she has been
volunteer all her life. One of her
childhood memories is the public
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the holiday spirit, coloring 500
paper wreaths to be handed out
to homeless veterans. Each wreath
will be signed by the student who
colors them, Jarvis said.
Jarvis, a Triton Regional High
School graduate, is also collecting
real wreaths to place on veterans’
graves at Christmas. On Black
Friday, supporters bought 200
wreaths, which brings his total
this year to a record 523 wreaths.
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boon to the elderly, some of whom
go shopping every day, returning
home with one bag hanging from
each hand, with a couple of items
in each one.”
Connelly said she got the most
questions about Ipswich’s ban
from seniors.
Merchants see the ban as
inevitable and have found
suppliers of multi-use bags that
comply with the law. At Shaw’s if
you forget your reusable bags, you
can carry your groceries home in
a paper sack or for 10 cents take
home a reusable thicker plastic
bag.
Stores were given an adjustment
period. Several started offering
cardboard boxes from their own
deliveries.
The fines for violations are
less than a slap on the wrist. For
the first infraction, violators
will receive a written notice and
warning. They are given 30 days
to remedy the violation. If they
don’t, they will be fined $50 for
the first offense and then $100 for
each separate offense.
Most residents and merchants
have readily jumped on board
with the program, Connelly said.
“The commitment in this town is
amazing.”
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closes. Just purchase a cookie tin at
the Cookie Walk and fill it to the brim
with your favorites. “For the past six
years we have been very successful in
raising money through the Cookie
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Matlin. “The Friends then turn that
money around and give it all back to
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A candle light vigil in remembrance
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as well as the 500,000 American
victims and survivors of gun violence
since December 2012 will be held
at the gazebo on the corner of
Main and Friend Street from 5:30-
6:30pm. Following the vigil a time
for conversation will be held at the
Parish House of the Main Street
Congregational Church (145 Main
Street). The vigil will be part of
nationwide tribute in partnership with
groups seeking to end gun violence.
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management in the conservation
of these precious natural resources.
Participants may be driven along
areas on the refuge otherwise closed
to the public. This guided two hour
program is most appropriate for older
teens and adults. Binoculars and/or
a camera are recommended, but not
required. Meet the ranger in the lobby
of the refuge visitor center 15 minutes
prior to the program start time. Each
session is limited to 14 participants;
no more than 4 individuals per signup.
Again, this is a vehicle – based
tour, with limited stops on the refuge.
Advance registration is required
for this program, as enrollment is
limited. Be advised that individual
tours may be subject to cancellation.
*Please note: Those who call and leave
messages after hours, your registration
is not confirmed until you receive a
confirmation call from a refuge staff
member. Please call (978) 465-5753
to register for this program.
IMAGINE, SING, & LEARN:
WHOOOO IS AWAKE AT
NIGHT?
This parent/child program is
designed for the creative, curious, and
active preschooler who loves animals.
Each 90-minute session offers a
structured series of activities including
original songs, movement, dramatic
play, hands-on science, and a thematic
snack. We’ll give you coloring pages
to take home, and you’ll receive song
lyrics, vocabulary, a fun-fact sheet,
and a suggested reading list in an
email after each class. Fri, Dec 15,
2017 10:00 am - 11:30 am. Meet at
Joppa Flats Education Center, One
Have A Happy
& Safe
Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport.
Member adult, $7/member child $6.
Nonmember Halloween adult, $9/nonmember
child $8. Preregistration required. For
more information, call 978-462-9998
for information about additional
programs and events, or visit the
Skilled Rehabilitation, Nursing Care and Assisted Living Community
website at www.massaudubon.org/
joppaflatsprograms.
795 Washington Rd.
Rye, NH 03870
HOLIDAY
603-964-81444
GIFT FAIR
Trinity United Church is seeking
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vendors for a Holiday Gift Fair on
Friday Dec. 15. Crafters are welcome,
but this event allows all types of items
suitable for gift giving......homemade
fudge & culinary treats, gifts &
“regifted items, brand new, “still in
the package” items. We want things
not found in the mall stores! Proceeds
from some vendor fees will benefit a
needy area family @ Christmas time
through the Rockingham County
Community Action’s “Adopt-A-
Family” program. Do your shopping
locally & save gas AND have joy in
knowing you are participating in a
worthy cause. Contact (978-994-
0734) to reserve a $20.00 space or e-
mail jgwhittier@comcast.net
LIVE NATIVITY AT HAMPTON
UNITED METHODIST
CHURCH
Hampton United Methodist
Church, 525 Lafayette Rd. (Rte. 1)
will be holding the Second Annual
Live Nativity on Friday, December 15
beginning at 5:30 PM. There is plenty
of free parking directly behind the
church and the church is accessible
to all. For more information, please
contact the church office at 603-926-
2702 or email at hamptonumc@
myfairpoint.com.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE
CASTLE
The Crane Estate will open Friday
evenings for special holiday tours.
Guests will enjoy live holiday music,
a cash bar, light appetizers, the
Castle Hill gift shop, and self-guided
tours. Guides will be stationed in
each room to receive visitors and
answer questions. Trustees members
will receive 20% off in the shop.
December 15, 5 – 8PM. Castle Hill
on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd.,
Ipswich. Trustees Member Adult: $10.
Trustees Member Child: $5. Adult:
$20. Child/Senior: $10. Tickets are
available at the door only.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR
TTS Players proudly presents High
School Musical Jr. with an all-star
cast of talented local teenage actors
at the Byfield Community Arts
Center 7 Central St. Byfield Mass.
The show runs evenings on Dec. 15,
16 at 7pm and matinees on Dec 17
at 2pm. Tickets are $15.00 for adults
and $10.00 for children/seniors. Ask
about group rates! To reserve by phone
call (978) 463-3335 (calls will not be
returned you can pay at pick up) or
reserve by email ttsplayers@gmail.com
Tickets for all show are available at the
door. For more information about this
show and upcoming Auditions visit
us at www.tts-players.com Be sure to
Like us on Facebook TTS Players
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16th
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, Dec 16, 9:00 am - 11:30 am. Meet
at Joppa Flats Education Center, One
Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport.
Members, $10/nonmembers, $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/
joppaflatsprograms.
GREAT BAY NATIONAL
WILDLIFE REFUGE - BEHIND
THE SCENES TOUR!
Held on the following days:
Saturday, December 16th; and
Tuesday, December 19th; all from 9:00
a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Join a refuge ranger
for a behind the scenes tour of Great
Bay National Wildlife Refuge, located
in Newington, NH. Participants will
have an opportunity to visit areas
of the refuge that are not normally
open to the public. See a diversity of
wildlife habitats while learning how
the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is
managing this very special landscape
for conservation. Consider bringing
along binoculars and a camera. The
tour is limited to 9 participants; no
more than 4 individuals per signup.
This is a vehicle-based tour, with
limited stops on the refuge. This
guided program is most appropriate
for older teens. and adults. Meet the
ranger in the lobby of the Parker River
NWR visitor center in Newburyport
no later than 9:00 am OR in the
Great Bay NWR parking lot in
Newington, NH no later than 9:45
am. (Indicate location you prefer at
time of registration.) Be advised that
individual tours may be subject to
cancellation. *Please note: Those who
call and leave messages after hours,
your registration is not confirmed
until you receive a confirmation call
from a refuge staff member. Please call
(978) 465-5753 to register for this
program. Preregistration required.
THE WONDER AND THE
WOW: WINTERING HAWKS
Why should kids have all the fun?
These adult trips take us far afield with
plenty of time to allow a full-immersion
nature experience with friends and
colleagues. Leaders Lisa Hutchings
and Jonathan Brooks have picked out
exciting new destinations along with
a few “wow” favorites. We’ve set time
aside during each program for a group
meal so we can extend the social side
of learning. You’ll come away with
a brand-new enthusiasm for the
natural world around you! Sat, Dec
16, 2017 9:30 am - 2:30 pm. Meet
at Joppa Flats Education Center, One
Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport.
Members, $34/nonmembers, $44.
Preregistration required. For more
information, call 978-462-9998
for information about additional
programs and events, or visit the
website at www.massaudubon.org/
joppaflatsprograms.
ORNAMENTS FROM NATURE
Saturday, December 16 | 10AM-
12Noon at the Crane Estate - Join us
as we gather treasures from the beach
and the Pine Grove to create beautiful
and unique ornaments to celebrate the
Holidays! Wreaths, cards, decorations
-- nature will supply the materials,
you’ll need to bring your creative spirit!
And a smock! Dress for the weather as
much of this program will take place
outside. Fun for the whole family!
Registration required. Member: $9
Nonmembers: $15 www.thetrustees.
org/craneoutdooradventures, Contact
info: Dorothy Antczak, dantczak@
thetrustees.org, 978.356.4351 ext
4052
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Sold Single Family Homes
Address, Town Description DOM List Price Sold For Orig Price
86 Old Point Rd, Newbury 5 room, 2 bed, 1f 0h bath Ranch 57 $285,000 $285,000 $285,000
38 Elm St, Georgetown 7 room, 3 bed, 1f 1h bath Colonial 22 $319,900 $316,000 $319,900
14 Mill St, Merrimac 6 room, 3 bed, 1f 1h bath Colonial 49 $299,900 $303,000 $325,000
49 Lakeshore Dr, Georgetown 6 room, 2 bed, 2f 0h bath Ranch 2 $345,000 $360,000 $345,000
4 Gifford Rd, Hamilton 6 room, 3 bed, 1f 1h bath Cape 21 $349,900 $360,000 $349,900
17 Prospect St, Merrimac 6 room, 3 bed, 1f 1h bath Cape 21 $359,900 $359,900 $359,900
78 Longfellow Dr, Newburyport 8 room, 3 bed, 1f 1h bath Raised Ranch 21 $367,500 $387,500 $367,500
17 Beacon St, Amesbury 6 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Farmhouse 29 $369,900 $365,000 $369,900
12 Broad St, Groveland 7 room, 4 bed, 2f 0h bath Victorian 35 $369,000 $374,500 $379,000
20 Morphew Ln, Rowley 6 room, 3 bed, 1f 1h bath Gmbrl /Dutch 32 $379,000 $365,000 $389,000
3 Baldwin Ter, Groveland 6 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Cape 70 $399,900 $390,000 $399,900
13 Putnam Rd, Ipswich 7 room, 4 bed, 1f 0h bath Colonial 17 $415,000 $426,000 $415,000
44 Oakland Contact St, Amesbury your 7 room, Advertising
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102 Garden St, West Newbury 6 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Ranch 19 $475,000 $491,000 $475,000
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10 78th Street, Newburyport 4 room, 1 bed, 1f 0h bath Cape 63 $439,900 $420,000 $479,000
30 Nancy Ann Ln, Merrimac 6 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Contemporary 37 $479,000 $479,000 $479,000
89 North Ridge Rd, Ipswich 8 room, 2 bed, 1f 0h bath Ranch 216 $479,000 $460,000 $499,500
17 Edge St, Ipswich 6 room, 3 bed, 1f 0h bath Ranch 27 $499,000 $485,000 $519,000
43 Kathleen Cir, Rowley 9 room, 4 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonial 13 $529,000 $524,000 $529,000
2 King Edward Ct, Boxford 8 room, 3 bed, 2f 1h bath Split Entry 12 $545,900 $553,000 $545,900
19 Coleman Rd, Newbury 8 room, 4 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonial 22 $549,900 $549,900 $549,900
51 Bennett Hill Rd, Rowley 8 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Cape 95 $535,000 $523,000 $549,900
120 Killam Hill Rd, Boxford 7 room, 3 bed, 2f 1h bath Ranch 26 $550,000 $545,000 $550,000
18 Paige Farm, Amesbury 8 room, 4 bed, 3f 1h bath Cape 24 $575,000 $560,000 $575,000
77 Kittery Ave, Rowley 7 room, 3 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonial 37 $579,000 $555,000 $579,000
84 Garden St, West Newbury 8 room, 3 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonial 46 $559,000 $559,000 $599,000
9 Moonpenny, Boxford 10 room, 4 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonial 20 $628,000 $628,000 $628,000
598 Bay Rd, Hamilton 8 room, 3 bed, 2f 1h bath Antique 60 $599,000 $575,000 $640,000
108 Jackman St, Georgetown 11 room, 3 bed, 2f 1h bath Cape 20 $649,900 $649,900 $649,900
25 Fatherland Dr, Newbury 9 room, 3 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonial 191 $665,000 $658,000 $689,900
26 Willow Rd, Boxford 10 room, 4 bed, 2f 2h bath Colonial 170 $574,900 $530,000 $689,900
437 Linebrook Rd, Ipswich 16 room, 5 bed, 5f 1h bath Colonial 176 $674,900 $625,000 $699,000
1 Londonderry Ln, Georgetown 8 room, 4 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonial 53 $669,900 $630,000 $699,000
1 Point Shore Ol, Amesbury 8 room, 4 bed, 3f 1h bath Colonial 46 $699,000 $699,000 $699,000
69 Ash St, West Newbury 6 room, 3 bed, 3f 1h bath Cape 74 $669,900 $655,000 $699,900
7 Eagle Ct, Ipswich 6 room, 3 bed, 2f 2h bath Contemporary 23 $729,000 $705,000 $729,000
3 Crescent Mdw, Georgetown 10 room, 4 bed, 3f 1h bath Contemporary 23 $849,900 $800,000 $849,900
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It's Better Than Christmas Morning!!!
Sports • Sports • Sports
By Pauline White, Rowley Realty
It has been 10 years since Pauline got me thinking...what could be family.” “We feel so lucky to be
filled in for me and wrote this Pets, better than Christmas Animals, morning!!! able to live Plus in such a nice home in
fantastic article. I thought it was The anticipation, the excitement, such a nice area.” Those are the
worth reprinting as we get closer the preparation, including the only ones I can remember at the
to Christmas: Health decorating, shopping, & cooking, Fitness
moment. Just a sampling of what
The statement of “It’s better school plays, and most of all,
than Christmas morning!” really family. Then, getting up on
Christmas morning and that warm
delicious feeling you get, especially
if you have small children in your
lives. What could compare?
It was one of my clients describing
his feelings the first morning in
his new home. He said he got up
early, made coffee, just watched
his wife walk down the stairs and
looked around taking in their new
home. He said “It was better
than Christmas morning!!!”
The feeling of excitement and the
happiness of owning his own home
was what he was describing.
He got me thinking how excited
my husband and I were the first
day in our new home.
There is something wonderful
about the feeling of ownership and
accomplishment you get when
you make the move to become a
home owner. Other comments I
have heard from buyers after they
move into their new homes: “I feel
like I am on vacation.” “Everyone
is so friendly.” “It is so noisy; I
woke up to birds singing instead
of the usual dumpster clanging
I heard in the city. It won’t be
hard to adjust.” “We could never
move back to the city again.” “If
I had known how nice it would be
in this area, I would have moved
here years earlier.” “We all feel so
happy.” “The kids can’t believe it
is ours.” “The views, the trees, the
wild turkeys, it is unbelievable.”
“We love looking out all the
windows.” “Thank you for making
our dreams come true.” “I haven’t
been this excited since I met my
wife for the first time.” “We will
never move again. We are staying
here forever.” “This feels so right.
I know our family will be happy
here.” “Can’t wait to show my
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mother-in-law, she won’t believe
it.” Somewhat similar…”My
Dad will be very impressed. He
never thought I could afford to
buy a house.” “Nice knowing we
are making payments on our own
home and not paying someone
else’s mortgage for them.” “Now
we feel secure enough to start a
GiuseppesFineFood.com
I have heard over the years in this
business.
With all the negative news we
all read and listen to these days,
we need to think more about
the positives in our lives. Do we
have a home that offers us a warm
place to live in (especially with our
recent ice storm and people being
without power for days), where we
can enjoy the company of family
and friends? Is there evidence of
underestimated strength in our
economy in which more than
93% of those who want to work
are employed, and more than
93% of mortgages are being paid
on time? (If we limit ourselves to
the North Shore, those numbers
are significantly higher.) Other
reports such as housing starts are
down…not around here…we
have a master builder starting and
selling new homes, giving buyers
an opportunity to build their own
custom home.
Even with escalating prices there
is still an opportunity here for
buyers to find their dream home.
It can be a challenge but with
some determination (and a helpful
REALTOR®) what a Christmas
present a new home would make!!
Many parents are still
encouraging their adult children
to purchase a home of their
own to take advantage of the
financial and emotional benefits
of homeownership. By doing so
their children and grandchildren
can say some time soon. “It’s
better than Christmas morning
in a new home of our own!!!”
Wishing you a warm and
wonderful Christmas, Happy
Holidays and all the best in the
New Year!! Thank you for your
friendships and your business, and
we look forward to helping you in
the New Year.
If you have any questions about
this article, real estate in general
The North Shore’s are looking Largest to buy Independent
or sell a home
please contact me, John McCarthy at
Rowley Realty, 165 Main St., Rowley,
MA 01969, Phone: 978 948-2758,
Cell 978 835-2573 or via email at
john@rowleyrealestate.com
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Community Announcements
DON’T NEGLECT
YOUR TEETH!
AMESBURY - St. James Episcopal Church, 120 Main Street, Amesbury, MA welcomes all to come worship
with us on Sundays 8:00am and Community 10:00am. Our Christmas Services Connections
begin Thursday, December 21st at
R O W L E Y
7pm for our “Blue Christmas Service.” Sunday December 24th 8:00am for Advent IV Service. Christmas
Eve services on December 24th are at 4:00pm, a Family Service with Godly Play Pageant and at 8:00pm for
D E N TA L
C E F A N M T I L E Y
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Festal Choral Eucharist, Rite II. On Monday, December 25th, Christmas Day there will be one service at
10:00am with Christmas Carols. Business Sunday, December 31st, the First Spotlight
Sunday after Christmas Day, one service
• FREE Consultations
at 10:00am with Christmas Lessons and Carols. For additional information check our website at www.
• The newest cosmetic
stjamesamesbury.org or feel free to contact us at 978-388-0030.
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AMESBURY - The Market Street
Real
Baptist Church,
Estate
37 Market Street, Amesbury • For
invites the
Sale
For
Sale
techniques & technology
public to attend
• Serving our community
the Christmas Eve Family Candlelight Service on Sunday, December 24th from 5:00-6:00 pm. The service
is suitable for all ages. The sanctuary is accessible by elevator.
since 1986
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Sports • Sports • Sports
GEORGETOWN – Join us for an afternoon of holiday cheer on Thursday Dec. 21, 1 p.m. when the
• Friendly, accommodating
COA hosts a Holiday Open House at the Georgetown Senior Community Center. The afternoon will
staff
begin with a reception for the recently completed Community Mural. Led by local artist Mary Paganelli,
the project was funded by the Georgetown Pets, Cultural Animals, Council and included participation Plus from several local
• Experienced, dependable
elders. Refreshments will be served throughout the afternoon. For further information, please call the COA
Dentists
at 978-352-5726.
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Health & Fitness
DOUGLAS SHEALY, D.D.S. and
GEORGETOWN – Donations are greatly needed for Christmas deliveries - People Helping People of
St. Mary Parish is in great need of donations for the Dec. 16th Christmas deliveries to residents in need RicHARD SELtEnRicH, D.M.D.
of Rowley, Georgetown, Boxford, and Byfield. Donations of non-perishable food items, as well as paper,
cleaning, and personal hygiene products are needed. Monetary and grocery store gift card donations can ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
also be made and are very helpful. Donations can be brought to the rectory at 94 Andover Street in
Georgetown, Monday through Friday, during normal business hours, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., left in designated www.rowleyfamilydentalcenter.com
bins at the Georgetown or Rowley churches before or after Masses, or call 978-352-6326 to make other
drop off arrangements.
Route 133, Rowley
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978-948-2333
IPSWICH - Please join us for an evening of “Christmas Carols by Candlelight” on Friday evening December
22nd at 7:00pm. We will sing traditional Christmas Carols led by the parish choir and held in our historic
church interior of St. John the Russian Orthodox Church. This program will consist of Joyous caroling
followed by a reception with classic holiday refreshments. Parking is available in the rear of the church WE at WANT WE WANT YOU... YOU...
34 Lafayette Rd. Ipswich. For more information and further inquiry contact Fr Spyridon at frspyridon44@
TO ViSiT TO ViSiT
gmail.com or 978 380 6499. St. John the Russian Orthodox Church 16 Mt. Pleasant Ave Ipswich MA
01938
The Rowley The Rowley ‘V’ ‘V’
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NEWBURYPORT - The YWCA Greater Newburyport is reaching out to the community
Redesigned,
for nominees for
Refreshed, Redesigned, Under New Refreshed, and Management Refined
and this year’s annual Nancy E. Peace Award. The award is given each year at the Martin Luther King Always Jr. Event to Open Always Daily Open to Daily the to Public the Greg Der Bogosian
recognize someone in our community who has demonstrated (through volunteer or professional FREE activities) Cookout every FREE Cookout 1pm every Patriots 1pm Patriots Game
a clear commitment to eliminating racism, fighting prejudice, and celebrating Lounge diversity in • our Pool community. Tables Lounge • Jukebox • Pool Tables • • Function Jukebox • Function Hall Hall • • and more more
is your
Please share this information with co-workers, friends, and any other organizations you may be affiliated Rowley Advertising Veterans Rowley Veterans Association Consultant
with in the Greater Newburyport community who may know of someone outstanding they would like to 19 Bradford 19 Bradford St., Rowley St., 77 Wethersfield St.
nominate. Nomination forms can be found on-line at www.ywcanewburyport.org
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ROWLEY - The Birds and the Bees. Cats and Dogs. Who knows what you’ll find at the 6th Annual Holiday
Rowley, Looking MA to SELL? 01969
Basket Raffle? Baskets have been arriving for weeks. We already have over $2,000 in prizes and more are
Look
expected. The baskets will be displayed at the Rowley Public Library until December 16. American BBQ, Telephone: no further than 978-948-8696
Rowley Realty!
Local Honey, Tools, Harbor Sweets, Gardening, Yoga, Books, Art Supplies, and everything the Boston As a REALTOR® with 14 years
Sports Fan needs to show your loyalty. This year, the Gift Card Tree is more valuable than ever! Enter to under his belt, Fax: John978-948-2564
has sold
win a basket for yourself or a friend. The drawing will be December 16th @ 1pm in the Library Meeting over $100 Million in real estate
Room. You don’t need to be present to win. Raffle tickets are available at the Rowley Public Library at 141 advertise@thetowncommon.com
in Rowley and its surrounding
Main Street, Rowley. The Friends thank everyone who donated a basket to the event. Stop in to check out
communities.
all the baskets. For more information, call the library at 978-948-2850.
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John P. McCarthy, CRS, ABR
ROWLEY - For the upcoming holiday season, The Rowley Family Dental Center is once again requesting Cell: 978-835-2573
that their patients bring in food donations for the Rowley Food Pantry. All contributors will receive a chance Office: 978-948-2758
at a raffle, the winner of which will receive a free tooth-whitening system, to be drawn January 2, 2018!
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john@rowleyrealestate.com
SALISBURY - Computer Teachers Needed - Ever think about donating your time for a good cause? How
If experience, knowledge of
about helping someone understand the basics of the computer or their Smartphone? If you have some solid
computer skills you can share, we are looking for you! You can make your own time schedule. Please call
today’s real estate market, and
the Salisbury Senior Center for more information 978-462-2412
exceptional service are important
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to you, then look no further than
WEST NEWBURY - The Friends of the Library is holding a Holiday Basket Raffle now through December
Pauline.
15th. The basket has a value in excess of $500 and includes gift items and certificates donated by our
Pauline C. White, CRB, CRS
generous West Newbury business supporters. Donors include Chiller Photographic Images (a one hour
photo session), Excentrique (pillow, candles, matches), Haverhill Bank (fleece blanket), Knapp’s Greenhouses
Cell: 978-314-7341
(gift certificate), Main Street Auto (oil, lube, filter), RFR Custom Framing (framing certificate), Wellspring
Office: 978-948-2758
Per Grooming (grooming certificate), West Newbury Food Mart (Wine, Cheese and Crackers), and West
pauline@rowleyrealestate.com
Newbury Pizza Company (2 large cheese pizzas), and more. Tickets can be purchased at the West Newbury
Library on Main Street. Cost is $5 for one ticket, $10 for 3 tickets. Drawing will take place at 5PM on
Friday December 15th. The Friends of the Library is a volunteer, non-profit organization that raises funds to
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support numerous library activities, including the popular museum passes program which offers discounted 165 Main St., P.O. Box 101, Rowley, MA 01969
admissions to more than a dozen cultural institutions. Please stop by the library to view this beautiful basket
Phone 978-948-2758 • Fax 978-948-2454
and to purchase your raffle tickets. We greatly appreciate your support of our library.
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THANK YOU
For the KINDNESS AND FAITH
my clients have shown me
for 30 years
selling 1300 homes
on the North Shore.
I have been blessed by
working with you.
Kathryn O’Brien, M.Ed.
(978)465-1322
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR
See Friday, December 15th
CHRISTMAS IN HISTORIC
NEW ENGLAND
See Page 2
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17th
PARKER RIVER NATIONAL
WILDLIFE REFUGE - BEHIND
Newbury, Byfield, Rowley, Georgetown,
Groveland, Newburyport, Salisbury,
Amesbury, Ipswich
THE SCENES TOUR!
See Friday, December 15th
COMMUNITY INVITED TO
SHARE IN THE CHRISTMAS
STORY
Come be part of an ancient story,
see the star, walk with shepherds and
see the promise of light and hope! The
community is invited to join us for
an Advent Experience at Groveland
Congregational Church on Sunday,
December 17th from 2-4 PM. There
will be a Live Nativity, crafts and
refreshments. We also welcome all
to join us Christmas Eve for a Family
Service at 5:00 PM or a Candlelight
Service of Lessons and Carols at 11:00
PM. We are located at 4 King Street in
Groveland, MA. www.grovelanducc.
org
FUN, FAMILY HOLIDAY FILM
SERIES
On Sunday at 1:30 p.m. December
17th. Take a break from the holiday
“hustle-bustle” on a Sunday afternoon
to enjoy a FREE family movie on
Parker River’s big screen, featuring it’s
NEW state-of-the-art laser projector
and surround sound system! NO
preregistration. The Polar Express
(Dec. 17th): Sit back and enjoy this
inspiring adventure based on the
beloved children’s book by Chris Van
Allsburg. When a doubting young
boy takes an extraordinary train ride
to the North Pole, he embarks on a
journey of self-discovery that shows
him that the wonder of life never
fades for those who believe.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR
See Friday, December 15th
MONDAY, DECEMBER 18th
tour of Great Bay National Wildlife
Refuge, located in Newington, NH.
Participants will have an opportunity
to visit areas of the refuge that are
not normally open to the public.
See a diversity of wildlife habitats
while learning how the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service is managing this very
special landscape for conservation.
Consider bringing along binoculars
and a camera. The tour is limited
to 9 participants; no more than 4
individuals per sign-up. This is a
vehicle-based tour, with limited stops
on the refuge. This guided program is
most appropriate for older teens. and
adults. Meet the ranger in the lobby of
the Parker River NWR visitor center
in Newburyport no later than 9:00 am
OR in the Great Bay NWR parking lot
in Newington, NH no later than 9:45
am. (Indicate location you prefer at
time of registration.) Be advised that
individual tours may be subject to
cancellation. *Please note: Those who
call and leave messages after hours,
your registration is not confirmed
until you receive a confirmation call
from a refuge staff member. Please call
(978) 465-5753 to register for this
program. Preregistration required.
JUST THE FACTS: THE
NONFICTION BOOK GROUP
AT NPL
Join us for NPL’s Just the Facts Book
Group! This group selects and discusses
nonfiction books. This month’s we will
be discussing “Founding Brothers: The
Revolutionary Generation” by Joseph
Ellis. Tuesday, December 19th at 7pm.
All are welcome and no reservation is
required. If you would like staff to put
the book on hold for you, call us at
978-465-4428. Newburyport Public
Library, 94 State St, Newburyport,
www.newburyportpl.org
AMESBURY GENEALOGY CLUB
The Amesbury Library Genealogy WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20th
Club will present Henry Lukas of
the Spellman Museum on Monday, WEDNESDAY MORNING
December 18 at 1:00 p.m. He will be BIRDING
discussing the history of the postage These very popular programs
stamp. We will find out about the provide an excellent opportunity to
different collections at the Spellman explore one of the most productive
Museum. Registration is required. birding areas in the country. To date,
Please contact Margie Walker at we have seen over 320 species of birds
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Health & Wellness
BY J. PETER ST. CLAIR, DMD
The connection between
oral health and systemic health
is well-established and everevolving.
One thing we know for
certain, we are living longer but
with more chronic diseases and
medication than ever before.
The latest statistics are
alarming. Forty-seven percent
of US adults who are age 30 or
older – an estimated 64.7 million
Americans – have either mild
gum disease (8.7%), moderate
gum disease (30%) or severe gum
disease (8.5%). As the population
ages, the prevalence rises with
70% of individuals over the age
of 65 exhibiting some level of
gum disease. And, since we are on
statistics, by 2030, it is estimated
that the number of people over
70 years of age will have doubled
from 35 million to 71 million.
So, as we age, our risk of
developing disease increases.
Interestingly, there is also a direct
correlation between the regions
of the US with the greatest
concentration of gum disease and
Brighter Smiles...
those that have a high incidence
of cardiovascular disease and
diabetes. Although a direct causeand-effect
link is still in the works
of being established between gum
disease (periodontitis) and other
systemic diseases, inflammation
is often a common denominator.
And, it is always important to
remember that the mouth is the
gateway to the rest of the body.
We used to think that if people
didn’t brush their teeth well or
didn’t visit a dentist often they
would automatically get gum
disease. However, there are
patients who have poor home care
who never develop gum disease,
and there are also patients who
have great home care and visit a
dentist regularly and continue to
experience breakdown from gum
disease – albeit at a slower rate
than they would if they had poor
habits.
We now know that managing
gum disease and other chronic
inflammatory diseases like
cardiovascular disease, diabetes,
respiratory disease and arthritis
are more patient specific based
on an individual’s “inflammatory
mediators”. These are molecules
released by immune cells and are
largely responsible for individual
responses to disease susceptibility
and progression. This is why
probiotics are likely to play a
or other places? Don’t
be. Those dollars can add
up. If you’re a member of
AARP, it’s worth the yearly
membership fee if you take
advantage of the discounts.
Check its website (aarp.org)
and click on Discounts.
New glasses, groceries,
travel, your wireless plan
with AT&T, car rental,
restaurants and more -- it’s
all there for the taking. Be
sure to always carry your
AARP card with you, and
get used to asking, “Do
you offer senior discounts?”
You’ll learn that many
places do give discounts,
but only if you ask.
• Safety calls: Many senior
centers or small towns have
a Good Morning program
where seniors receive (or
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significant role in treatment of
chronic inflammation in the
future.
As we wait for research
development of different ways to
combat chronic inflammation,
it is without dispute that people
should do all they can to minimize
inflammation in the mouth. The
mouth is very accessible and with
proper training, coaching and
monitoring, a healthy mouth is
better for your whole body.
Although some may say
that the associations between
gum and systemic diseases are
statistical by nature, not causal,
the data is fairly strong that there
is a link between gum disease and
cardiovascular disease – such as
heart infarction and stroke. This
supports diagnosing and treating
oral infections, including lifelong
professional maintenance and
good home care.
Remember – just because it
doesn’t hurt doesn’t mean there
isn’t a problem. More next week.
Dr. St. Clair maintains a private
dental practice in Rowley and
Newburyport dedicated to healthcentered
family dentistry. If there
are certain topics you would like to
see written about or questions you
have please email them to him at
jpstclair@stclairdmd.com. You can
view all previously written columns
at www.stclairdmd.com.
Senior Discounts: You’ve Earned Them
If you’ve always prided
yourself on being completely
independent and have delayed
being categorized as a senior, this
might be the time to reconsider
that. Here are some thoughts:
• Are you getting the correct
property-tax relief? While
your area might specify that
you get a certain percent off
your taxes because you’re a
senior, it’s always possible
that a clerk didn’t enter your
information correctly. Ask.
• Are you shy about asking for
your discount at restaurants
make) a call to let them
know all is well. If you
don’t check in or answer
the phone, your emergency
contact is called. If you have
no emergency contact or
neighbor listed, someone
will come to your door to
make sure you’re OK.
• Home help: Some
communities have a
weekend each year when
groups help seniors with
painting a porch or room,
raking a yard and much
more. Sign up!
• Be aware that not all
“seniors” are the same.
In some places you don’t
qualify for discounts until
age 65. Or maybe it’s age
50, or 55 or 62. You only
need to ask.
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SELLING
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Community 978-423-2103 Calendar Continues . . .
WANTED – Wanted
ITEMS
by Pratt Coin and Hobby in
Georgetown. U.S. Coins, silver, gold,
foreign world money. Old pocket
watches, wrist watches, costume
jewelry and post cards. Wheat
pennies, Pre-1958 - 2 1/2 cents each.
FREE APPRAISAL
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1-800-870-4086 or
978-352-2234
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Antique Post Cards
Sterling Silver by the Troy oz.
Silver Coins pre-1965
.999 Silver Bars by the oz.
US Silver Dollars
Wartime Nickels 1942-1945
US Clad Half Dollars 1965-1969
HOBBY SUPPLIES
Remote Controlled Vehicles
ESTES Rockets & Supplies,
Plastic & Wood Models / Supplies
Autos, Trucks, Planes, Ships,
X-Acto Sets, Paints
& Much More
METAL
DETECTORS
HOUSE CLEAN OUTS , Yard Work,
Tree Trimming, Rototilling, Light
Handy Work, Tractor Work. Need
Help, Call and Ask 978-994-2274
PAINTING INTERIOR, EXTERIOR,
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killed, repaired, or replaced, carpentry
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repaired and replaced, gutters cleaned,
repaired or replaced, clean outs and
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potentially romantic situation looms. How it develops will be up
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October to April at the Dover Elks Hall, do appointments, light housework and
282 Durham Rd., Rte. 108 Dover, NH shopping. Flexible hours. Call 339-927-
(exit 7 off Rte. 16, 1.7 miles south on 0041
Rte. 108 on left). Features 35 dealers
that offer Fun and Funky Antiques and SMALL LANDSCAPE PROJECTS
Vintage Goods. Catered! For more info Tree, shrub, perennial gardens, brick
call (207) 396-4255
& stone walks, walls, patios. 30 years
FOR RENT
APTS FOR RENT: 45 Mansion Drive,
#2, Rowley, MA: #2 is 950 Sq. Ft.
w/ 1 bed, 1 bath, light, bright, modern
kitchen with granite counter tops
and stainless steel appliances. Stunning
views overlooking pastures, paddocks,
marshlands and sunset/ocean views of
Plum Island Sound, the Isles of Shoals
and Crane’s Beach. Everything included
except phone and cable. Accessible to
amenities and major highway routes.
Potentially perfect for executives and/or
SINGLE FAMILY CAPE - 5 Rooms,
2 Bedrooms, Garage, Salisbury, North
Beach $1500.00 plus utilities. No
Smoking, No Pets. Call 978-462-1646
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FOR SALE
2004 SNOWBEAR UTILITY
TRAILER. In good condition. Measures
7 ft long, 3.5 ft high, 4 ft wide. $700 or
BO. Please call 978-948-2278
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- Friendly Family Atmosphere - Very
Busy - On Rt. 1 - Please call Rocco at
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Start
preparing now to make sure you get
the credit you’re due for all that effort
you put in to get that project off the
ground. A new challenge emerges after
the 15th.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You’re
still charging full steam ahead on the job -- and that’s fine. But take
time to share the joy of preparing for the upcoming holidays with
folks you love.
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GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A former detractor resists joining
your ranks just yet. Give him or her time to learn more about what
you’re doing. Meanwhile, devote more time to friends and family.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Be careful not to be goaded into
a tiff by someone who might be looking for a fight. Remain cool
as you make your exit. Be assured that others will rally to your
support.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Kudos on getting the well-deserved
Lion’s share of the rewards for a job well-done. Now you can take
to you.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Watch out for distractions
that could cause delays and leave you running twice as fast to finish
your work by the 15th. Then go ahead and have fun.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You might prefer to
work on current tasks on your own. But be open to a potentially
useful suggestion from someone who admires you and wants to
help.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Avoid rushing
full gallop into that volunteer project without knowing what’s
expected of you. Take things a step at a time as you begin to find
your way.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Good news: You
should begin to feel more comfortable expressing your emotions. This
will go a long way in helping you with that personal situation.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An old friend gives
confusing signals. Best advice: Don’t assume that things will
necessarily work themselves out. Ask questions and demand straight
answers.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A new relationship needs
time to develop. Be careful not to let your emotions flood your
natural sense of caution. Meanwhile, check out that new job offer.
BORN THIS WEEK: Your sense of right and wrong sometimes
causes you to come into conflict with others. But you invariably
come out ahead.

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