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One man’s fight against
the Coronavirus
By Stewart Lytle, Reporter
REGIONAL – When John Cashell
found 12 family members in his kitchen
preparing the annual St. Patrick’s Day
feast last March, he retreated to his study
in hopes of lessening his exposure to the
coronavirus.
No such luck. “I drew the short straw,”
said the busy planning director for the
Town of Georgetown.
He began experiencing the symptoms
eight days later and retired to bed for five
days with what he thought was a sinus infection.
But unlike any sinus infection he
had ever had, his fever spiked at 104 degrees
and he began having night sweats,
body aches, headaches and fatigue.
He also lost his sense of taste, a telling
symptom of coronavirus.
His doctor prescribed an antibiotic for
him, but it had no effect on the symptoms.
As he rested in bed at home, he felt chest
pains and had shortness of breath. He told
his doctor, “I’m not doing well.”
At that point, he was dispatched to the
hospital where he was given a test for coronavirus.
Although the test results took two
and a half days and a doctor did not believe
he had the virus, he was given a bed in a
non-Covid-19 ward.
The test proved positive for the virus,
and on the third day at the hospital he was
moved to a Covid-19 ward. He was given
oxygen, cough medicine and pain relievers
for what he described as “10 times as bad
as any flu I’ve ever had.” His condition was
not bad enough for the hospital to put him
on a ventilator, but he was given shots in
his stomach to prevent blood clotting in his
legs. He could not eat and was starving, but
had no appetite.
Finally, he remembered hearing a discussion
on television about hydroxychloroquine
and asked the doctor to try that
drug. The doctor administered the controversial
malaria drug along with Zithromax,
or a Z-Pak of strong anti-biotics.
After another day, Cashell stabilized and
on his ninth day in the hospital he was released.
In retracing his recent
history, Cashell believes
there were at least three
possible sources of the virus.
In effect, he began his
own tracing of sources.
He believes his wife was
patient zero for him, but
there were other possibilities.
One brother, who
was at the dinner, had the
symptoms in February and
was tested negative for the regular flu. He
was not tested for coronavirus, which in
retrospect, he probably had, Cashell said.
One sister and brother-in-law had flown
from Puerto Rico the day before the dinner.
They had been on a canceled cruise
vacation, he said.
Another sister-in-law also had the coronavirus
symptoms. Another brother-in-law
in his 40's and in excellent physical condition
had the symptoms, but his lungs were
never affected.
Around St. Patrick’s Day, Cashell was
also working at town hall in close proximity
to his assistant. Her son was possibly
exposed to a cluster of Georgetown
High School students who probably had
the virus.
And there was a third person he encountered
who tested positive for the virus.
After a few more days in the hospital,
Cashell got his appetite back, but now
weeks later he still has no sense of taste and
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An end to the Artichoke
Reservoir threat
By Stewart Lytle, Reporter
REGIONAL – As Northshore cities and
towns continue to grow, prime land, particularly
around critical water supplies, is in
need of being protected from development.
The Artichoke Reservoir, which supplies
water for the city of Newburyport
and the town of
West Newbury, is threatened
by the potential to
develop 38 acres currently
unprotected on the shoreline.
For decades, the land
– once part of a dairy farm
– has served as a buffer
against development along
the reservoir.
The Artichoke Reservoir
is part of several interconnected surface
water reservoirs that provide 86 percent of
Newburyport’s drinking water, said Newburyport
Senior Project Manager Geordie
Vining.
Appraisers and land planners have determined
that a 1,600-foot long subdivision
road with up to 13 houses on septic systems
could be developed on the property, which
is referred to as Artichoke River Woods, the
city press release stated.
Developers and homebuilders have “definitely
been sniffing around” the property,
Vining said.
“Development would significantly alter
the land and provide a potential vector
for household hazardous waste, motor oil,
gasoline, road salt, pesticides, herbicides,
and fertilizers associated with lawn maintenance
and failing septic systems, all of
which threaten the city’s ability to maintain
a clean, reliable public water supply,” the
city’s news release stated.
Essex County Greenbelt Association
(Greenbelt), the Massachusetts Depart-
The Artichoke Reservoir
ment of Conservation & Recreation, Newburyport
and West Newbury are collaborating
to purchase the 38 acres adjacent to
the reservoir. Owners Preston and Debora
Rogers generously “agreed to a bargain sale
of the land,” said Vanessa Johnson-Hall,
Greenbelt’s Assistant Director of Land
Conservation.
The negotiated purchase price for preserving
the entire property, which is valid
through next spring, is $985,000. Newburyport,
with support and assistance
from the Greenbelt, has been awarded a
state $300,000 Drinking Water Supply
Protection Grant to help acquire and permanently
protect the woodlands along the
Artichoke Reservoir, the city announced
last week.
“Any opportunity to secure and maintain
a natural buffer zone around the reservoir
to help mitigate surface water runoff is a
priority,” said Newburyport’s Water Treatment
Superintendent Thomas Cusick.
“This is great news, and exactly what is
needed to ensure the protection of the city’s
water supply.”
Reservoir, page 3
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One man’s fight against
the Coronavirus
Coronavirus, from page 1
little energy. “It doesn’t leave you,”
he said.
For the last three weeks Cashell
has been back working on town
planning issues, conducting remote
meetings, coordinating with
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An end to the Artichoke Reservoir threat
Reservoir, from page 1
Woodlands act as a filter to keep
run-off from urban development
out of the waterway,
Vining said. “The city has become
more aggressive and systematic
about protecting its water
supply.”
Newburyport, with support and
assistance from the Essex County
Greenbelt Association, has been
awarded a state $300,000 Drinking
Water Supply Protection
Grant to help acquire and permanently
protect the woodlands
along the Artichoke Reservoir, the
city announced last week.
The city’s Conservation Preservation
Committee last week also
approved unanimously another
$225,000 for the purchase of the
property for Newburyport’s total
contribution of $525,000.
The Newburyport City Council
must now approve the appropriation
from the CPC.
West Newbury residents will
be voting to approve $175,000
from Community Preservation
Act funds at their June 27 Town
Meeting. The state Department of
Conservation and Recreation is anticipated
to contribute $175,000.
Greenbelt is raising another
$110,000 from private sources and
will absorb $33,941 of transaction
and infrastructure costs.
The property would be preserved
in perpetuity with a Conservation
Restriction, co-held by
Newburyport, West Newbury and
the Commonwealth. Greenbelt
would own and manage the land,
plus it would create and maintain
a trail system that would serve as a
critical greenway link connecting
eventually to Maudslay State Park.
Over 1,000 feet of the Artichoke
River Woods property abuts
the reservoir. Its acquisition will
ensure that it is forever preserved
and managed to protect drinking
water, rare species habitat and the
intact forests and wetlands that
provide resilience to the adverse
effects of climate change. Forests
reduce air and water temperatures,
flooding risk, and offer important
refuges for wildlife. The property
is adjacent to existing watershed
land conserved by Newburyport
and is across the street from West
Newbury’s Withers Conservation
Area, which has been preserved
since 1969.
“Greenbelt is thrilled to be
part of this historic partnership
between two municipalities and
the Commonwealth to preserve
such an important parcel of land,”
said Greenbelt President Kate
Bowditch. “It’s an example of
what can be accomplished when
we work together to preserve our
region’s critical natural resources
including drinking water.”
By J. Peter St. Clair, DMD
Brighter smiles ...
We Are Healers
Dental offices are expected to
return to more routine care starting
this coming Monday, June 8th.
The general vibe in the dental community
is optimism, as we embark
on a revised version of our normal
procedures. We are all looking forward
to seeing our patients.
Dentists play a key role in
screening patients for many disorders
relative to overall health,
and in providing appropriate referrals
into the health care system as
needed. Although the importance
of integrating diet and nutrition
guidance into dental care has been
advocated for decades by educators,
it continues to be a challenge
for many dental providers to put
into practice.
Many of the world's most significant
health problems are linked to
poor dietary practices, including
over-nutrition and under-nutrition.
Nutrition plays a fundamental
role in health, and dental professionals
have the opportunity to
be a critical link between discovery
and wellness.
There is a great deal of evidence
linking oral infections, including
periodontal disease, with nutrition
and immunological response. We
have clear evidence linking oral
disease with adverse pregnancy
outcomes, diabetes, cardiovascular
disease and stroke. In addition,
obesity, which is an epidemic facing
our country, is significantly
affecting the incidence of diabetes,
cardiovascular disease and overall
lifespan. We know there are
direct connections between these
problems and oral disease. What is
the role of the dentist? Should the
dentist just be a tooth fixer?
As the body of data linking systemic
health conditions and oral
infection grows, the expanding
understanding of the gene-nutrient
reaction may result in more
profound discoveries. It is important
for dental professionals, dentists
and hygienists, to fully appreciate
that the scientific bridge
between oral disease and systemic
health is often mediated by diet
and nutrition.
The beneficiary of this profound
evidence should be you, the dental
patient. It should not only be the
responsibility of the physician or
specialized nutritionist to incorporate
this information into practice.
Dentists and dental hygienists
should be playing a key role.
It is the responsibility of the
dentist and dental hygienist to
provide a thorough examination
of the mouth. We screen for periodontal
(gum) problems, as well
as oral cancer. The trend is to address
these problems earlier than
ever before. In addition, the role
of the dentist in sleep wellness is
growing.
Many patients believe that the
dentist is just a tooth fixer, and
that dental treatment today is
the same as it was 25 years ago.
The fact of the matter is, things
change. Dental professionals must
use new information and technology
to constantly improve the level
of care provided. Hopefully, this
will lead to improvement in the
communication between all health
care providers.
Dr. St. Clair maintains a private
dental practice in Rowley and Newburyport
dedicated to health-centered
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
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Community AnnounCements
Whittier Tech graduation
Whittier Tech held socially distanced commencement
events recently. Over the course of three days, the Class
of 2020 was sorted into three separate groups alphabetically,
and each group had the opportunity to drive up
to the school on their designated day with two guests in
their vehicle. Students brought their diplomas, crossed
the stage on the campus football field once their name
was read and had their photo taken with their parents
or guardians. All participants were required to adhere
to social distancing guidance for the duration of each
event. The Class of 2020 Valedictorian is Jameson Bartholomew,
a culinary arts student from Groveland.
"When I first started high school, I really just wanted to
have good grades so I wouldn’t be disappointed in myself,"
said Bartholomew. "Then I got all A's, which then
motivated me to continue to get all A's. All of my shop
teachers inspired me to continue in the culinary field,"
he said. "My bosses at work and my parents also inspired
me to do what I love." Bartholomew plans to attend the
Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York
this fall.
The Salutatorian is Charles West, a computer-aided
design (CAD) drafting student from Haverhill. West is
still deciding which college or university he will attend
in the fall.
A speech by Class President Isabelle Giunta from
Newburyport, who studied medical assisting at Whittier
Tech, was given in a graduation video Whittier Tech
shared with students and their families. The video features
student speeches and photos of students as they
graduated, and a second video compilation of the three
day commencement activities will also be shared in mid-
June. "Throughout our years at Whittier we not only
learned about academics and our trades but life skills,"
Giunta said. "We are now ready to take on the world
and tackle every challenge that comes with it, and as we
all know, there is quite a lot. We have good heads on
our shoulders and strong opinions. We are quite aware
of the road we have ahead of us but this should not scare
or hold us back. It is finally our time to be heard and to
be capable of making the changes we want to see in our
world." Giunta is currently working as a certified nursing
assistant at a nursing home in Newburyport. She will
attend Quinnipiac University as a nursing major this fall,
and is interested in studying obstetrics and becoming a
midwife.
Additional Class of 2020 officers include Vice President
Alejandro Vega, of Haverhill, secretary Emma
Dupre, of Haverhill, and Alan Tadiello, of Haverhill.
Whittier academic awards
Academic Awards were additionally given to the following
students in the following subjects:
• Math – Jameson J. Bartholomew, of Groveland
• English – Chantal M. Kelley, of Newburyport
• Science – Dalen L. Masters, of Haverhill
• Physical Education – Cody J. Hadley, of Haverhill
• Social Studies – Julia M. Taliaferro, of Haverhill
• World Language – Jared E. Recillas, of Haverhill
• Art – Zachary R. DePaolo, of Newburyport
• Music – Zachary R. DePaolo, of Newburyport
Vocational-Technical Awards were given to the following
students in the following programs:
• Design & Visual Communications – Olivia M. Bunting,
of Georgetown
• Graphics – Morgan S. Garlington, of Haverhill
• Carpentry – Cody J. Hadley, of Haverhill
• Electrical – Benjamin D. Blackmun, of Amesbury
• Engineering – Tiana M. Butler, of Haverhill
• Masonry – Matthew A. Nunez, of Haverhill
• Plumbing and Heating – Ethan J. Calderwood, of
Merrimac
• HVAC – Edward A. Bucci, of Haverhill
• Advanced Manufacturing Technology – Michael A.
Dondero, of Haverhill
• Metal Fabrication – Benjamin D. Carlson, of Byfield
• Cosmetology – Gina M. Jackson, of West Newbury
• Culinary Arts – Heather K. Twombly, of Haverhill
• Early Education & Care – Madison A. Herries, of
Bradford
• Health Assisting – Sarah G. Rodrigues, of Haverhill
• Dental Assisting – Jazmary F. Sanchez, of Haverhill
• Medical Assisting – Brianna L. McCarthy, of Haverhill
• Hospitality & Tourism – Phineas O. Sparrow, of
Haverhill
• Business Technology & Marketing – Meghan R. Jegorow,
of Haverhill
• Drafting – Charles P. West, of Haverhill
• Electronics – Matthew C. Miller, of Amesbury
• Auto body – Andrew J. Robinson, of Groveland
• Automotive – Rachel S. McGrath, of Haverhill
Portsmouth City Manager's update
Governor Sununu’s “Stay At Home 2.0” order and
guidelines are extended through June 15, 2020. Phased
reopening of businesses began with retail shops on May
11, outdoor dining on May 18, beaches (active use only),
June 1.
UNSUNG HEROES -We're applauding Portsmouth's
"Unsung Heroes" each Saturday. This week, we’re recognizing
the entire School Department. With the ‘before
world’ date of Portsmouth High School graduation coming
up on Friday and ‘after world’ realities continuing
with at-home learning, now is the perfect time to applaud
the professionals and paraprofessionals, teachers
and aides, the administrators and schedulers, tech facilitators,
bus drivers, lunch-makers, custodians, security
and the School staff who were laid off when ‘on-site’
became ‘at-home.’ One of the revelations of COVID-19
is that parents will never look at teachers the same, now
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that they have experience with the daily challenges and
rewards of learning with their kids. And each of us will
be reminded that “it takes a village” to feed those who
rely on school for their food for the day. Here’s to all, in
the words of one parent, of “the many people who have
made an outsize difference in my kids' ability to learn.”
STARTING MONDAY, JUNE 1:
• CITY HALL REOPENS TO THE PUBLIC-When
it opens, City Hall will be limited to 50 percent occupancy.
Walk-ins will be greeted at the front door, with
new protocols in place, which include:
• Visitors will be required to wear a cloth mask while
in City Hall.
• Masks will be provided if the visitor does not bring
one.
• If the department the visitor wants to visit is already
at capacity, that person will be asked to wait in a physical-distancing
queue in the Portsmouth Room, adjacent
to City Council Chambers.
• City Hall hours: Mon 8 am-6 pm; Tues-Thurs 8 am-
4:30 pm; Fri 8 am-1pm.
• PARKING CLERK SERVICES HAVE MOVED
TO FOUNDRY PLACE GARAGE.
• PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY RETURN
ITEMS-Starting June 1, you will be able to return materials
to Portsmouth Public Library,
• KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR THE
2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR-If your child will be 5 years
old on or before September 30, 2020, they will be eligible
to register for the 2020-2021 school year.
• COAST BUS SERVICE EXPANDS-COAST will
resume service on Route 41cc, and transition Route 40
and 41 from the current Saturday schedule to a new reduced
weekday schedule. COAST already resumed fixed
route bus services (Routes 1, 2, 6, 40, 41, 100-103) and
Route 7 On Demand, as staffing allows.
• FACE MASK DRIVE CONTINUES- Drop-off or
Pick-up Donations of Cloth Masks for Seniors: Thurs
Jun 4, 1-2 pm at the Community Campus tennis court
parking lot. If you need a cloth face mask, homemade
masks can be mailed to those who could not attend the
distribution drives email or call Brinn Sullivan, Senior
Services Manager, 603-767-2697, bsullivan@cityofportsmouth.com
TESTING-The NH Department of Health & Human
Services is coordinating COVID-19 testing appointments
at one of the several testing clinics established
throughout the state, for anyone who calls the test
coordinating office at 603-271-5980. In addition, CVS
on Lafayette Road in Hampton and Rite-Aid at 1390
Lafayette Road in Portsmouth are providing free by-appointment
testing for COVID-19 to anyone age 18 or
over.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COL-
LECTION DAY is Saturday, June 6 from 8 am – 12
noon at the DPW, 680 Peverly Hill Road. Residents of
Portsmouth, Greenland and Newington are encouraged
to bring household chemicals for safe disposal. Proof of
residency is required. Collection Day is organized as a
no-touch, drive-through service. Residents remain in
their vehicles and pull through the Public Works garage,
where staff will remove disposable items from car
trunks. All City staff will be wearing masks and will be
practicing social distancing. Residents will be asked verbally
about their town of residence for survey purposes,
in compliance with EPA requirements. For information
about what can be collected and what cannot go to this
website:
https://www.cityofportsmouth.com/publicworks/
press-releases/dpw-hosts-household-hazardous-wastecollection-day-june-6
.
Town of Ipswich shares state
guidelines for outdoor recreational
activities and spaces
Ipswich Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public
Health Director Colleen Fermon share the state's guidelines
for outdoor activities and spaces, such as parks and
tennis courts.
These spaces are open to the public as part of Phase 1
of the state’s reopening plan, and restrictions are in place
to ensure the safety of those using the amenities and to
prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The following guidelines must be followed while using
any recreation space or facility:
• Visitors over the age of 2 must wear face masks or
coverings when they cannot maintain a social distance
(at least 6 feet) from others. Those under the age of 2 or
are unable to do so due to a medical condition do not
need to wear a face mask or covering. No groups larger
than 10 are allowed to gather. This number includes
both instructors and participants for any activity.
Parks and Open Spaces
Walking, hiking, biking, running and other activities
like yoga and tai chi are allowed in parks and other designated
areas such as rail trails, multi-use trails and bike
paths.
While on trails, walkers and hikers should move aside
to leave room for others to pass. Cyclists and runners
should alert others when they are approaching so that
they can step aside to make room for the biker or runner
to pass.
Outdoor classes must have a pre-registration process
and participants cannot use any shared equipment, tools
or materials. Participants must be at least 6 feet apart
from each other and activity stations should be at least
12 feet apart from each other. Classes must be less than
10 people, including any staff or instructors.
After visiting these spaces, visitors should wash their
hands or use hand sanitizer.
Athletic Fields and Courts
Athletic fields and courts can be used for non-contact
sports, such as tennis and pickleball. This includes the
track and tennis courts at Ipswich High School. However,
the turf field remains closed to the public and cannot
be used for any type of sporting activity.
While playing, users should not share equipment and
avoid touching others players’ equipment. Players should
either wash or sanitize their hands before and after each
game, and clean and wipe down their equipment.
Those waiting to use a section of the field or court
should wait outside the field of play or the court’s gate/
fence until the previous group has left to ensure proper
social distancing.
Players should not participate in any pick-up games,
organized games or tournaments at this time.
Ipswich beaches
Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public Health
Director Colleen Fermon share the state’s guidance regarding
the town’s beaches.
Beaches are open to the public as part of Phase 1 of
the state’s reopening plan, and restrictions are in place
to ensure the safety of those using the amenities and to
prevent the spread of COVID-19.
“Over the last few weeks, we've seen a significant increase
in the number of visitors to Ipswich beaches,” said
Town Manager Marino. “We strongly encourage any visitors
to follow state guidelines -- especially socially distancing
yourself from others when walking or sitting on
the beaches, and wearing a face mask or covering when
necessary -- in order to prevent any further spread of
COVID-19. We thank you for your understanding and
cooperation.”
The guidelines for beach-goers are as follows:
• Visitors must maintain a social distance of at least six
feet from others at all times while walking and at least
12 feet from others when sitting on a beach towel or
blanket.
• Visitors over the age of 2 must wear face masks or
coverings when they cannot maintain a social distance
(at least 6 feet) from others. Those under the age of 2
who are unable to do so due to a medical condition do
not need to wear a face mask or covering.
• No groups larger than 10 are allowed to gather. This
number includes both instructors and participants for
any activity.
• No loitering or tailgating will be allowed in the beach
parking lots.
• Loading and unloading times for visitors in the drop
off areas will be limited.
• Organized ball games such as volleyball, spikeball,
football and soccer, are not allowed.
• Visitors must socially distance themselves from others
while waiting in line for the bathroom.
• Members of the public should remain six feet
away from lifeguards at all times, except in the case
of an emergency.
UVM graduates
Some 3,183 students were awarded degrees during
the University of Vermont's 220th commencement ceremonies.
The class's academic achievement was saluted
online with remarks from UVM President Suresh Garimella,
Vermont Governor Phil Scott, and university and
state leaders.
Breanna Apple of Hampton, NH
Samantha Benedetti of Haverhill.
Emily Cashman of Byfield.
Meaghan Cullen of Ipswich.
Avry Eaddy-Holmes of Haverhill.
Emily Hayden of Topsfield.
Aiden Healy of Newburyport.
Nathan Hopping of Boxford.
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Nolan Houston of Boxford.
Maggie Hurlbert of Amesbury.
Sean Kennedy of Newbury.
Casey Kurpiel of Newbury.
Austin McCourt of Boxford.
Hallie Milne of Merrimac.
Collin Mitchell of Groveland.
Anna Moore of Newburyport.
Lily Pearsall of Boxford.
Emily Philpot of Topsfield.
Emily Queenan of Merrimac.
Jonah Rehak of Topsfield.
Lindsay Sampson of Boxford.
Nicole Samuelson of Newburyport.
Hannah Sheehy of Newburyport.
Megan Smilikis of Georgetown.
Cassidy Troy of Georgetown.
Katherine Vesely of Amesbury.
Jonathan Warren of Ipswich.
Robert Warren III of Ipswich.
Ryan Waystack of Topsfield.
Sven Koppany of Ipswich has
earned a Master of Science in
Computer Science
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Sven Koppany of Ipswich has earned a Master of Science
in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of
Technology in Atlanta.
Koppany was among approximately 4,050 undergraduate
and graduate students who earned degrees during
the Spring 2020 semester. Students were celebrated
during a virtual celebration held on May 1. They will
also be honored during in-person commencement ceremonies
to be held on campus later this year.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
student-athlete
Elizabeth Brady of Bradford
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) student-athlete
Elizabeth Brady of Bradford and Haverhill High
School has been selected to the executive board of the
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) for the
2020-21 academic year.
Brady, a member of the Class of 2020 who is returning
as a graduate student, is the events coordinator after
serving as a lacrosse team representative for multiple
years. An attack, she was a captain in the truncated 2020
season after playing 14 games the year before and 15 in
2017. A Dean's Honor List biomedical engineering student,
Brady missed the 2018 season due to injury.
Kenneth Faber has been named to the
Fall 2019 Dean's List
Kenneth Faber has been named to the Fall 2019 Dean's
List at University of the Sciences. Selection for this award
is based on completing and passing all assigned courses
with no grade below a "C" and attaining an academic average
of at least 3.4 for courses taken in the fall of 2019.
Faber of Newburyport., is a Doctor of Pharmacy student.
Bucknell University has released the
dean's list
Bucknell University has released the dean's list for outstanding
academic achievement during the spring semester
of the 2019-20 academic year. A student must earn a
grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to
Notice is hereby given by Newburyport Towing Service, Inc. 27 S. Hunt Road, Amesbury, MA, pursuant to the
provisions of Mass G.L c. 255, Section 39A, that they will auction the following vehicles June 17, 2020 on the website
http://sta.ibidsmart.com. The auction will end at 1:00 pm and buyer registration is required. Those that don’t sell at
auction will be sold on or after June 17, 2020 by private or public sale to satisfy their garage keepers liens for towing,
storage, and notices of sale:
2010 Honda Civic VIN 2HGFA1F50AH578341
1996 Honda Civic VIN 1HGEJ6671TL023740
2012 Dodge Caravan VIN 2C4RDGBG4CR130582
2002 Cadillac Deville VIN 1G6KD57YX2U159595
2001 BMW 330I VIN WBAAV53421JR79269
2014 Nissan Versa VIN 3N1CE2CP7EL419480
2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer VIN 1GNDT13S062306602
2008 Chevrolet HHR VIN 3GNDA13D48S573286
2007 Toyota Camry VIN 4T1BE46K57U162585
2006 Jeep Commander VIN 1J8HG48K16C207315
2004 Jeep Liberty VIN 1J4GL48K04W244179
1998 Suzuki Sidekick VIN JS3TD21VXW4107602
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe VIN 1GNEK13Z23R277837
2006 Jeep Commander VIN 1J8HG58276C300605
Vehicles are being stored at Newburyport Towing Service and may be viewed by appointment only.
Walter L. Lowell
President
receive dean's list recognition. The following local students
have achieved dean's list status:
Nicole O'Connor, class of 2021, from Newburyport
Delaney Bashaw, class of 2023, from West Newbury
Corey Denn, class of 2022, from Boxford
Nick Murphy, class of 2022, from West Newbury
Elisabeth Penafiel, class of 2023, from Boxford
Ned Villiotte, class of 2023, from Topsfield
Erin Sullivan, class of 2022, from Amesbury
Benjamin Charles Blumenscheid of
Newburyport received a bachelor of
science degree
Benjamin Charles Blumenscheid of Newburyport received
a bachelor of science degree in aeronautical engineering,
mechanical engineering from Clarkson University
in May.
Bottle returns
As part of the Baker-Polito Administration’s reopening
plan, the required acceptance of bottle bill containers for
redemption will resume in a two-stage process, beginning
on June 5.
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
(MassDEP) and the Attorney General’s Office on
March 18, 2020, temporarily suspended enforcement of
beverage container redemption requirements for retailers
across the Commonwealth. MassDEP and the Attorney
General’s Office will resume enforcement of beverage
container redemption requirements in two phases:
• Enforcement of redemption requirements will resume
at retailers using reverse vending machines on June 5.
• Enforcement of redemption requirements will resume
at retailers accepting containers over-the-counter
on June 19.
Bottle redemption services will need to adhere to strict
protocols including:
• Customers and employees wear a mask or face-covering.
• Post signage to remind customers to practice social
distancing.
• Clearly mark 6-foot spacing in lines on the floor.
• Limit bottle room occupancy.
• Disinfect machines before proceeding to empty them.
Customers are encouraged to check the operating
status of redemption locations before bringing empty
beverage containers for redemption and should
follow store guidelines related to redemption services
and standard safety precautions to help prevent the
spread of COVID-19, such as wearing a mask and
social distancing.
Customers visiting retailer redemption locations
may be limited to redeeming no more than 120 deposit
containers at a time. Customers seeking to redeem
more than 120 containers are encouraged to utilize
a redemption center with the capacity to manage
large volumes efficiently and effectively. Customers
must also ensure that all beverage containers are free
of product, rinsed and not commingled with other
materials. Redemption locations may not accept containers
with contaminants.

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Summer is Here!!!
By John McCarthy, Rowley Realty
Sorry for the shameless plug to follow
but Rowley Realty has a new web site!
Go to www.rowleyrealestate.com and see
not only what homes we have for sale
but all homes for sale on the North Shore.
You can find info on the real estate market,
see brand new listings, which homes
have open houses scheduled, and you can
register to get listings of homes emailed
to you that fit your criteria, and I promise
nobody will overwhelm you with calls
and emails if you register. Now on to the
article.
With Memorial Day behind us and our
world slowly reopening, although I feel
like I might be jinxing but I’ll take the
chance…SUMMER IS HERE!!! Since our
spring was at the very least a difficult time,
it’s great to go outside to nice weather, see
sprinklers going and people out for walks.
While the summer real estate season is not
quite as popular as spring and fall, with
interest rates still low and historically low
inventory it is a fantastic time to sell. You
can help get your home looking its best
and give it a summertime advantage with
these tips:
Outside:
Outdoor Staging: If you have patio and/
or deck furniture make sure they look good.
A coat of paint on a screen porch or entry
way can go a long way. We are no longer in
the real estate age where your realtor brings
you to houses without you knowing anything
about them. Buyers can now review
a listing online, see an aerial view and even
drive by it. If the buyer sees disorganization,
they may think that the seller didn’t care for
their home like they should. Spend some
time outside to make your home look its
best.
Landscaping: Keep the grass mowed and
all your plantings looking their best. Like I
said, many buyers will do a “drive by” before
scheduling a showing. While it isn’t necessarily
a fair assessment that an unkempt yard
suggests that your home has been neglected,
it may be that one a buyer you never hear
from believes.
Making Repairs: If you have been putting
off fixing a hole in the screen door or repairing
a broken fence post, now is the time
to fix it. If your screen porch needs paint
do not use the “the buyer will want to pick
their own color” excuse for not painting it.
Talk with your REALTOR® about what you
should do and please remember that you
hire us to give you advice based on our experience.
Declutter: It is certainly easy to accumulate
stuff, and simply taking an away an
extra chair on a small patio can make that
space seem much bigger. Buyers want to be
able to see themselves in your space inside
and out. It is easier to do this when you have
less stuff.
Inside:
Declutter: Yes, I know I am repeating
myself, but getting rid of items that aren’t
going to make it to your next home is usually
a good idea. Ask your REALTOR® what
should stay and what should go.
Cool Off: Keep the home air conditioned.
Nothing is more inviting on a hot
day than walking in to a cool home. Make
sure you tell your REALTOR® how to work
the temperature level. He or she can turn
it down or up when they get there for the
showing.
Clean: Cleaning is good for all seasons
when you are selling, but summer is an especially
good time of year to have your windows
professionally cleaned inside and out.
If you are too busy or feel overwhelmed, you
may want to hire a cleaning service right before
your first showings. You will be amazed
at the difference it makes.
Brighten: If you have big windows with
large drapes open them up and allow the
light to shine in. A home with lots of natural
light will have more appeal than a dark
one. Turn on lights as well.
Flowers: Nothing says summer like flowers.
A nice arrangement on a kitchen island
is always a good idea.
Refreshment: Leave a pitcher of iced
water or lemonade with glasses and a tray.
Cookies would be great touch as well. It is a
nice thing to do and offers the buyer a welcoming
touch into what will hopefully be
their future home.
The local real estate market is still booming.
A summer in New England can help
make your home look terrific, and this
summer should be busy with more and
more homes coming on, and if you are
a seller, hopefully going off the market
quickly.
If you have any questions about this article,
real estate in general or are looking to
buy 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 Check out our new
website at www.rowleyrealestate.com

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103 High Road, Newbury, MA (Home office)
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