Monthly Archives: July 2009

Sensible Energy Independence

Posted on July 31, 2009 by indyjerry77

I was pleased to see that the Joppa Flats Audoban Center is approaching the wind turbines in a sensible manner.     One, they have already worked aggressively to use solar panels with the understanding that it would never replace completely their … Continue reading →

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Don’t Miss the Bed Race

Posted on July 30, 2009 by indyjerry77

When I think of Yankee Homecoming, I immediately think of Old Fashion Sunday and the Bed Race.   Sure the Fireworks and the Parade are splendid but you can’t beat the local feel that these two events generate.    Tonight at 6:00 is … Continue reading →

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Wind Turbine Meeting Cancelled

Posted on July 29, 2009 by indyjerry77

I was out doing errands and did not receive notice that the hearing tonight was cancelled due to the failure to achieve a quorum.      I showed up at the front door and rather drearly read the notice on the door. … Continue reading →

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House Stories – 105-107 Prospect Street – Adolphus W. Greely’s Home, Famous Arctic Explorer

Posted on July 27, 2009 by indyjerry77

If there is any more potent reason to protect the entire Newburyport Historic District as a local historic district (Therefore protecting the exterior of the homes), it is the hidden history packed into this area.    Back in August of 1884, … Continue reading →

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Tall Ship Alabama Update

Posted on July 26, 2009 by indyjerry77

I really enjoyed touring the tall ships in Salisbury today.     The pirates gave a perfect spice to the entire event.   I saw the huge lines for the ships and pictured, rather sadly, those same lines in Newburyport in front of … Continue reading →

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Provincial Newburyport

Posted on July 25, 2009 by indyjerry77

I just read the Newburyport Liberator‘s article, George Whitefield…Who’s He?     If you don’t get this local paper, you need to make it a priority.     The Citizens of Newburyport are so conditioned to anemic news that many have simply given up … Continue reading →

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Good Move!

Posted on July 24, 2009 by indyjerry77

I read with pleasant surprise on the new wooden nickels that will be issued during Yankee Homecoming.       I tip my hat off to Kathleen Bailey for a brilliant plan.      I have experienced over two decades of Yankee Homecoming and one … Continue reading →

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DEP, New Ventures & the Governor

Posted on July 23, 2009 by indyjerry77

I was pleased to see the DEP not only showing up before the Governor’s meeting but actualy committing to an on-site inspector in just a few weeks who will physically be there from 5 to 7 days per week.       I am … Continue reading →

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Unenforceable

Posted on July 23, 2009 by indyjerry77

My wife and I walked out to have a look at the Harborwalk – at least the finished boardwalk in front of the condominiums.      The ordinance I have previously mentioned is definitely going to be a disaster.    It was too … Continue reading →

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Harborwalk After Dark

Posted on July 21, 2009 by indyjerry77

I am putting out an appeal to anyone reading this blog to please write to the city councilors before the next meeting.         The City is making a big mistake by instituting under Section 4-100B, (b), (1), "The municipal Harborwalk shall be … Continue reading →

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