Monthly Archives: July 2013

The History of Yankee Homecoming

Posted on July 28, 2013 by indyjerry77

The Chamber explains Yankee Homecoming this way, “a way to reinvigorate community pride and interest in the downtown.”     And they wrap it all up after outlining the activities with, “Enjoy”    Unfortunately, many have assumed this is a big Chamber event, … Continue reading →

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The Five isn’t waiting around!

Posted on July 26, 2013 by indyjerry77

If you head north to Portsmouth, you may get a little bit of a shock as you not only see a Newburyport Bank branch office but several construction projects around that town with the familiar logo in front! I know … Continue reading →

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Way to Go Chamber!

Posted on July 25, 2013 by indyjerry77

When it comes to the economy, the City of Newburyport and the Chamber of Commerce are this close to breaking the Resort Dilemma. That is back years ago when Newburyport at the height of the tourist season was packed to … Continue reading →

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Tonight’s Special Event

Posted on July 24, 2013 by indyjerry77

Increasingly, due to its location downtown and the presence of its richly stocked bookstore; the Custom House Maritime Museum has found itself going beyond the maritime theme and setting a tempo for heritage tourism in Newburyport. If you’re a tourist … Continue reading →

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Why I showed up at the ZBA last night

Posted on July 24, 2013 by indyjerry77

Normally, once the demolition delay expires or a demolition permit is issued; the building inspector takes over and the terrible deed is done on yet another historical home in our Newburyport Historic District.      But last night was an opportunity in … Continue reading →

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Don’t get lax! The Heat is returning!

Posted on July 23, 2013 by indyjerry77

It is a known fact that greenheads can’t function fully unless it’s at least 84 degrees.        We’ve had a little break and it may seem the worst attack of these monsters is over.       But don’t be fooled.    With the next … Continue reading →

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Buck up, Bone up and Show up!

Posted on July 22, 2013 by indyjerry77

Buck up! Things are getting hot and heavy out there and it’s not just the weather.       Candidates are knocking on doors, spreading the news that they are running.     Amongst them are individuals who are hostile to the future of our … Continue reading →

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Don’t Miss This!

Posted on July 21, 2013 by indyjerry77

One of the reasons that The Curse continues to reign over Newburyport, is the still continued desire to be unwelcoming to visitors.      I will put a caveat on that – our Chamber and our local businesses and those who understand … Continue reading →

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Counter-intuitive i.e. “Scaring the wits out of you”

Posted on July 20, 2013 by indyjerry77

Wits comes from an abbreviated expression, “Wits end” and the word wit by itself comes from the Old English witan, which describes the action of being intellectually keen. Earlier in the spring, the Newburyport Preservation Trust held a seminar on … Continue reading →

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Just Ignore it!

Posted on July 19, 2013 by indyjerry77

If you want to know who the Newburyport Daily News is in bed with just watch how they are covering the demolition of our historic houses.       That’s right. Silence. You see, as the rest of the city is oblivious; the banks … Continue reading →

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