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2019 Novel Coronavirus
24 Sep 2020 at 3:43pm
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China.

28 Sep 2020 at 4:04pm
Cases & Deaths by County

28 Sep 2020 at 12:16pm
Cases in U.S.

28 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country

25 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Staffing Resources

25 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Data on COVID-19 during Pregnancy

25 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
COVIDView

24 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Learn about COVID-19 forecasts and modeling for new cases.

24 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Previous COVID-19 Forecasts: Cases

24 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Previous COVID-19 Forecasts

24 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
CDC works with partners to bring together weekly forecasts for COVID-19 deaths in one place. These forecasts have been developed independently and shared publicly. It is important to bring these forecasts together to help understand how they compare with each other and how much uncertainty there is about what may happen in the upcoming four weeks.

23 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Learn about COVID-19 forecasts and modeling for new hospitalizations.

23 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
COVID-19 Forecasts: New Hospitalizations

23 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Crew Disembarkations through Commercial Travel

22 Sep 2020 at 1:00pm
Maps, charts, and data provided by the CDC

22 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Resources for State, Local, Territorial and Tribal Health Departments

22 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Print Resources

22 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Guidance for Building Water Systems

21 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Holiday Celebrations

21 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
Contact Tracing Workflow in a non-US setting

21 Sep 2020 at 12:00am
FAQs for Wildland Firefighters

Online Services – Social Security Matters
30 Jul 2020 at 2:52pm
The Official Blog of Social Security

30 Jul 2020 at 2:43pm
During the current coronavirus pandemic, we continue to provide help to you and other people in your communities.  While our offices are not providing service to walk-in visitors due to COVID-19, we remain ready and able to help you by … Continue reading →

16 Jul 2020 at 12:38pm
We are committed to improving service to the millions of Americans who expect and deserve timely and accurate help from us.  This effort requires that we modernize our technology so we can provide our employees with effective, easy-to-use tools that … Continue reading →

9 Jul 2020 at 3:10pm
With so many services available online through my Social Security, signing up for a secure account will help you conduct Social Security business from home. With your personal my Social Security account, you can:   Estimate your future benefits with our Retirement Calculator … Continue reading →

1 Jun 2020 at 2:47pm
We’re pleased to announce that we’ve added Connecticut, Ohio, and Utah to the growing list of states where you can go online to replace your Social Security card. In many cases, you may not need a replacement card. Most of … Continue reading →

19 Mar 2020 at 11:22am
I want you to hear directly from me how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting our services. The first thing you should know is that we continue to pay benefits. Be aware that scammers may try to trick you into thinking … Continue reading →

16 Mar 2020 at 5:45pm
All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. This decision protects the population we serve—older Americans and people with underlying medical conditions—and our employees during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. … Continue reading →

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28 Sep 2020 at 5:03am
NEWBURYPORT — The School Committee denied any violations of the Open Meeting Law in its decision to reopen schools in a hybrid learning model after the Newburyport Teachers Association issued a complaint in regard to the committee’s meeting Aug. 17.


28 Sep 2020 at 5:04am
NEWBURYPORT — The Actors Studio is suspending all of its theater presentations at The Tannery Marketplace for a year in favor of online offerings while it seeks a new, larger theater space.



28 Sep 2020 at 4:59am
NEWBURYPORT — Some Merrimac Street residents are backing out of a brick sidewalk upgrade after finding out the actual cost is more than double what they were originally told by the city.


28 Sep 2020 at 4:58am
NEWBURYPORT – The legal fate of a local firefighter accused of driving drunk with his daughter in the car won't be decided until at least February after his attorney and a Newburyport District Court judge discussed the case Friday.


28 Sep 2020 at 4:56am
MERRIMAC — Two selectmen recently announced their resignations but only one seat will be filled by the end of the year.


28 Sep 2020 at 4:57am
NEWBURY — A Newburyport woman blew the whistle on a recent party thrown to celebrate the birthday of a resident living at Newbury Village after learning the event didn’t adhere to state COVID-19 protocols for gatherings.


28 Sep 2020 at 4:45am
SALISBURY — Resident-only beach parking has long been a hot topic in town. Thanks to a South End resident, homeowners will have a chance to give a new program the up or down vote next month.


28 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
NEWBURYPORT — Newburyport Public Library is offering programs for teens this fall.


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28 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
“Do you James, promise always to buy the family wines and liquors at Southwick’s?” In September 1900, the Middle Street liquor and wine store’s ad claimed to sell "only the best and the best is always the cheapest. International Whiskey…


28 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
NEWBURYPORT — Newburyport Livable Streets is developing a bicycle parking master plan to identify locations where new bike racks should be provided and will set standards for the types of racks that should be used by the city and private…


28 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
BOSTON – State Reps. Lenny Mirra, R-Georgetown, and James Kelcourse, R-Amesbury, maintained perfect voting records for the 2019-20 legislative session, participating in all 267 roll call votes between Jan. 30, 2019, and July 31, 2020, according to a joint press…


28 Sep 2020 at 3:00am
Amesbury


27 Sep 2020 at 5:11pm
NEWBURYPORT — Christianity Today editor Daniel Harrell will speak Monday at 7 p.m. with Jim Longhurst of Public Square Forum on how the magazine, founded by Billy Graham in 1956, has covered racial issues over the years.


27 Sep 2020 at 9:30am
SALISBURY — The Salisbury Cultural Council announces that proposals to receive funding to support community-oriented arts, humanities and science programs are due Nov. 16.


27 Sep 2020 at 4:45am
Fall is a great time to plant trees. Many nurseries offer discounts so that they do not have to overwinter trees.



27 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
AMESBURY – Amesbury Educational Foundation Inc. has honored staff members for their “grassroots initiative” for six years, but 2020 has challenged teachers more than ever.


26 Sep 2020 at 7:45am
SALISBURY — A Rabbit Road man who was the focus of an hours-long police standoff in December pleaded guilty to illegal gun charges Friday in Newburyport District Court and was sentenced to two years in jail.



26 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
NEWBURYPORT — The Paula Estey Gallery, A Center for Art & Activism, will host a creative poetry performance Friday from 6 to 7 p.m. by artists from Elevated Thought of Lawrence.


26 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
NEWBURYPORT — St. Paul's Episcopal Church will sponsor a fundraising pizza party at Flatbread in Amesbury on Oct. 6 from 5 to 9 p.m.



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28 Sep 2020 at 12:15pm
The Boston Celtics have been eliminated from the postseason in the Eastern Conference Finals.


28 Sep 2020 at 4:58am
NEWBURYPORT – The legal fate of a local firefighter accused of driving drunk with his daughter in the car won't be decided until at least February after his attorney and a Newburyport District Court judge discussed the case Friday.


26 Sep 2020 at 7:45am
SALISBURY — A Rabbit Road man who was the focus of an hours-long police standoff in December pleaded guilty to illegal gun charges Friday in Newburyport District Court and was sentenced to two years in jail.


25 Sep 2020 at 11:27am
BOSTON -- In what she described as the first case in the country involving criminal charges linked to long-term care facility deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic, Attorney General Maura Healey announced Friday that two top leaders at the Holyoke Soldiers'…


25 Sep 2020 at 4:59am
NEWBURYPORT – A North Andover man was ordered by a judge to stay away from his cousin after local police say he launched an unprovoked attack in early July that left the victim battered and bloody.



25 Sep 2020 at 5:00am
NEWBURYPORT – A lawyer for Thomas Bradbury, a Strong Street man charged with attacking a 70-year-old acquaintance with a knife in February, told a judge his client would like to resolve the charge against him as soon as next week.



24 Sep 2020 at 2:21pm
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Florida prosecutors dropped a misdemeanor charge against New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft on Thursday after courts blocked their use of video that allegedly shows him paying for massage parlor sex.


24 Sep 2020 at 5:01am
ROWLEY – A local man who told police in March that his sister was infected with the coronavirus to avoid being arrested on a domestic violence-related warrant avoided jail time Wednesday on a charge of spreading false information about COVID-19.


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28 Sep 2020 at 5:05am
BOSTON — Nearly two months after lawmakers extended their sessions to deal with unfinished business, little has emerged from Beacon Hill on several major proposals ranging from police reforms to a climate change adaptation plan.


28 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
BOSTON — Drinking water systems will be required to remove contamination from "forever chemicals" under new statewide rules that go into effect next month.


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26 Sep 2020 at 11:00am
BOSTON — Voting rights advocates are urging communities to install more drop boxes to collect vote-by-mail ballots sent ahead of the November election, and the state's top election official is pledging to pick up the tab.


25 Sep 2020 at 4:30am
It’s been almost three months since the slots parlor and casinos in Massachusetts reopened and regulators said Thursday that each of the gambling facilities are now starting to expand their offerings.


25 Sep 2020 at 3:00am
HOLYOKE (AP) — A police officer has been sentenced to a year of probation for grabbing a 15-year-old high school student by the neck and pushing him against wall, then lying in his report about the incident, authorities say.


25 Sep 2020 at 3:00am
BOSTON (AP) — Gov. Charlie Baker signed an order Thursday activating up to 1,000 members of the Massachusetts National Guard as cities across the country prepare for possible protests following the decision not to charge officers for killing Breonna Taylor.


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28 Sep 2020 at 5:03am
President Donald Trump paid just $750 in federal income taxes the year he ran for president and in his first year in the White House, according to a report Sunday in The New York Times.


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27 Sep 2020 at 4:11pm
President Donald Trump paid just $750 in federal income taxes the year he ran for president and in his first year in the White House, according to a report Sunday in The New York Times.



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25 Sep 2020 at 3:00am
NEW YORK — Donald Trump’s niece followed up her best-selling, tell-all book with a lawsuit Thursday alleging that the president and two of his siblings cheated her out of millions of dollars over several decades while squeezing her out of…



25 Sep 2020 at 3:00am
The way lawyers for Kyle Rittenhouse tell it, he wasn’t just a scared teenager acting in self-defense when he shot to death two Kenosha, Wisconsin, protesters. He was a courageous defender of liberty, a patriot exercising his right to bear…



24 Sep 2020 at 5:43pm
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday again declined to commit to a peaceful transfer of power if he loses the Nov. 3 presidential election.



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28 Sep 2020 at 12:15pm
The Boston Celtics have been eliminated from the postseason in the Eastern Conference Finals.



28 Sep 2020 at 1:00am
The Daily News wants to recognize a special group of young men and women ... our high school team captains. Email a picture of your team captains to Mac Cerullo at mcerullo@newburyportnews.com.



28 Sep 2020 at 1:00am
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28 Sep 2020 at 1:00am
NEWBURYPORT — When you look back at the last half century of Newburyport sports, it’s hard to find many people who’ve had a bigger impact than Bill Gurczak.



27 Sep 2020 at 7:15pm
FOXBOROUGH – Welcome to New England, Cam Newton.



27 Sep 2020 at 6:30pm
FOXBOROUGH — When it comes to the NFL the film doesn’t lie, and through the first two weeks of the season Sony Michel’s film wasn’t pretty.



26 Sep 2020 at 10:40am
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Their season saved for at least two more days, Boston coach Brad Stevens offered the most succinct assessment of his Celtics.



25 Sep 2020 at 1:00am
GEORGETOWN — If you've ever been friends with someone long enough, chances are at some point one of you has challenged the other to do something outlandish. "Bet you can't do that," the exchange usually goes, and usually they just…



The Daily News of Newburyport: Obituaries
28 Sep 2020 at 4:47pm
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27 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Rowley, MA - Thomas J. Sudol, 67, of Rowley, Massachusetts, passed away on September 18, 2020, at the Bedford VA Hospital. He was born in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He was the son of the late Stanley Sudol and Celia Palen. He graduated from Haverhill High School in 1971, where he next joined the Army. Thomas enjoyed fishing, playing cards, sports, and trips to Foxwoods. He leaves behind four sons, John and Michael Sudol and their mother Paula Cosio of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Derrick and Jason Sudol and their mother Linda Sudol of Rowley, Massachusetts. He also leaves behind a brother Michael Sudol of Haverhill, Massachusetts. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bedford VA Hospital.



27 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Haverhill, MA - Denise Hamilton of Haverhill, originally an Amesbury resident, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Denise was a quiet woman who kept her circle of friends close and her family closer. After the passing of her husband of 35-plus years, she never dated or loved again, instead devoted her life to spending time with her kids and grandkids. She is already terribly missed. Denise, born October 31, 1951, was predeceased by her husband Peter who passed away in 2007. She was also predeceased by her mother Velma Morin Hamilton; her father Norman Hamilton; and by her brother Jeff; her sister Diane. Denise is survived by her son Peter Hamilton and his fiancée Alicia; and by her daughters Michelle Hamilton and wife Meghan, and Wendy Hamilton. Denise is survived by her brother Gary and partner Stephan; and her sister Mary Arthur and husband Bob; as well as Gayle Hamilton Maine and husband Dave. She is also survived by some pretty awesome grandbaby's, MacKenzie, Morgan, Taylor, Mason and Rylee; and many nieces and nephews. Per her last request, a small celebration of life will take place October 4, 2020 1 to 4 p.m., at 48 Foch Street, Manchester, NH 03014. This is Michelle and Meghan's private home. Flowers and cards can be sent to this address as well if you wish to send your condolences but can not attend. All COVID-19 precautions will be followed. A private burial to follow. Direct Cremations of the Seacoast is assisting the family with arrangements. To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolence, or for more information, please go to www.directcremationseacoast.com.



27 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Imperial Beach, CA - "Those we love can never be more than a thought away, for as long as there's a memory, they live in our hearts." In her 68 years of life Beth Foley lived each day to its fullest; she loved spending time outdoors, creating everlasting memories with her husband, John, and she especially had a gift for making others' smile. She was beautiful inside and out. Mary Beth Foley, of Imperial Beach, California, formerly of Newburyport, Massachusetts, died at home on Monday, September 7, 2020, following a period of declining health. She was 68 years old. Mary Beth was born on February 2, 1952, in Newburyport, to the late Cornelius J. "Red" and Mary C. (Kavaleski) Foley. After receiving her bachelor's degree from Trinity College in Burlington, Vermont, she went on to complete a degree in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts at Lowell. She worked at Kaiser Hospital in San Diego until her retirement in 2012. In 1982 she traded the New England lifestyle for much warmer salt air with a move to the West Coast, settling in San Diego and later to Imperial Beach in 1985. That same year she married the love of her life, career Navy veteran John Townes. The two spent 35 happy years together. In addition to helping others, Mary Beth loved all activities spent outdoors. Retirement afforded her the opportunity to do the things that she loved like creating beautiful spaces in her garden, walking the soft California sand at the beach, and traveling with John. The two especially loved going on cross-county road trips with their beloved canine companions, a journey they made four times. In addition to her parents, Mary Beth is reunited in Heaven with her brother Cornelius J. Foley Jr. She leaves her husband, John; her sister-in-law, Ellen Foley of Nahant; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and their families. A private funeral Mass for Mary Beth was celebrated in Immaculate Conception Church in Newburyport. Burial followed in Saint Mary's Cemetery, Newburyport. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to your local chapter of the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org.



27 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Amesbury, MA - The family of Robin Tammik sadly announces her passing on Thursday, April 9, 2020, after a lengthy illness and multiple medical challenges. A fighter of the MS she struggled with, Robin's gift of humor was her strength and carried her through many of life's difficulties. Adept at making light of her condition, she was always clever at finding "better" subjects for conversation and despite her illnesses always had an ear to listen; true to her spirit she was, until the end, always more concerned with everyone else. The eternal comedienne shared her wittiness even in her last days, leaving a warm remembrance with her nurses as their favorite patient. Robin grew up in Merrimac and was a 1967 graduate of Pentucket Regional High School. She loved the beach, a cup of tea with a family member or friend and was a collector of many things including ceramic lighthouses, elephants, and silver spoons. Robin was predeceased by her parents, Edwin and Jeannette Tammik and her daughter-in-law, Paula Walker. Robin will be greatly missed by her sons Mark and Ian Walker; her grandchildren Madison, Daniel, and Brianne Walker; great-grandchildren Emelia, Owen, and Jeannette; her siblings Eric Tammik and wife Marge, Bette (Tammik) Flaherty and husband Tim, Heidi Tammik Synnott and husband Richard; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Due to the current virus a memorial service will be held at a later date at Locust Grove Cemetery in Merrimac, Mass. At her request, there will also be a separate memorial service in Kauai.



24 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Amesbury - Judith E. (Sweeney) Anderson of Amesbury, passed away peacefully from Parkinson's disease at Port Healthcare Center in Newburyport, MA on Thursday, September 3, 2020. She was 75 years old. Judy was born, raised, and educated in Malden. She was the loving daughter of the late John and Ruth Sweeney; sister of the late Ruthie (Sweeney) Brooks and late Norman Sweeney; mother of the late Ronald W. Anderson, and grandmother to the late Christopher Kench. Fondly known as "Gramcracker" to friends and family, Judy worked for many years as a Medical Assistant in the field of obstetrics/gynecology. After relocating to Amesbury in 2006, she found her dream job at Carr Island Animal Hospital in Newburyport where she worked for several years through 2019. Judy will be remembered for her love of animals, particularly cats, having provided a loving home to many rescued strays with special health needs. She also enjoyed taking care of her plants and doing projects around her home, but she especially enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren, whether it be attending their sports activities or making sand castles at Plum Island Beach. She was often seen making her own karate chop moves in the background at her grandson's karate practice. Judy will also be lovingly remembered for her great sense of humor, her generosity and her never-ending supply of gram crackers that she stashed away in the many bags that she carried. Judy is survived by her devoted daughter and son-in-law, Laurie Anderson Kench and Stan Kench; her four precious grandchildren, Rebecca and James (J.T.) Kench and Kayleigh and Max Anderson; and her loving niece, Diana Rogers. A private memorial service to honor and celebrate the life of Judy will be held at the Immaculate Conception Church located on Green Street in Newburyport, MA. Due to COVID-19, we are unable to provide the date and time of the service. Please kindly contact Judy's daughter, Laurie Kench, via email (laurie.kench@prodevinc.com) if you would like to attend. The Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home 193 High St. Newburyport, MA 01950 is assisting Mrs. Anderson's family with her funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to either the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society online at https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/MRFRS or the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research at https://www.michaeljfox.org/donate/our-goal-urgently-needed-cure?smcid=bg-a1b1R0000086fN9&msclkid=fd77bbdc48ed18f04100e4b73f1ef269&gclid=CNLc3LzZ_-sCFYLhtQodiwEI4A&gclsrc=ds. To offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com.



24 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Cambridge - Aaron Zak, age 42, of Cambridge died suddenly on Sunday afternoon September 20th, 2020. Born in Salem, Aaron was the son of Chet Zak of Wolcott, Conn., and Cathy Connor of Newburyport. In addition to his parents, Aaron leaves behind his loving sisters, Tessa Zak-Boucher of Newburyport, and Melissa Zak-Walser of Mauldin SC, his grandmother, Jean Gourdeau-Connor Larchez, and many loving cousins, aunts, and uncles. After a courageous and long battle with mental illness, Aaron's pain became unbearable, and could not be sustained. He will always be remembered as a loving and devoted son, brother, and friend. He was generous, affectionate, and kind, frequently giving away his winter jackets, and other belongings to anyone in need. "My secret and sacred bird now flies To meet the Spirit's vacancy. All chaos of life today dissolved; In me a surge of ecstasy." Sri Chinmoy Funeral services for Aaron will be private. Arrangements by the Campbell Funeral Home, 525 Cabot Street, Beverly. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) nami.org. Information, directions, and condolences at www.campbellfuneral.com.



24 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Peabody - Alan Harvey Papert passed away on September 19, 2020, at the age of 90. He was predeceased by his brother Seymour and is survived by his wife of 64 years Gloria (Moss) Papert, his sister, Joan Papert, his three children, Suzanne (Papert) Hinman and husband, Ted, Richard Papert and wife, Rhonda, and Charles Papert. He was a beloved and tireless story reader to his six grandchildren: Stefanie (Hinman) Meyers, Ben and Kati Hinman, Daniel, Sam and Nicole Papert and two great-grandchildren, Thomas and Zachary Meyers. Alan was born in Pretoria, South Africa to Betty and Jack Papert. After studying engineering at the University of Witwatersrand, he worked for a few years as a consulting engineer before moving to Manchester, England where he worked for Metrovicks, a company known for building the first commercial transistor computer. Alan intended to travel extensively, with England as his first stop, until he met Gloria and subsequently married her within a few months. They made their first home in Manchester and eventually moved to London with their three children. In 1972, the family emigrated to America where Alan's brother, Seymour, had created Logo, the first computer language for children. Alan and Seymour together started their business, General Turtle, developing a seminal computer system for children's education. Logo and the turtle became notable milestones in the fields of computer science, education and artificial intelligence (AI), and their legacy lives on to this day. Unfortunately, in the 1970s, the company was before its time from a commercial perspective, and Alan moved on to other work. This included helping create one of the first word processors for the legal profession at LCS, a desktop aircraft simulator at Pacer Systems, and the control boards for MRI scanners and other medical devices at Analogic Corporation. Alan's love of math, engineering and his intellectual curiosity continued throughout his life. He always looked for a solution to any problem, from how to incorporate philosophy into an elementary school classroom to raising awareness of Pemphigus, the rare autoimmune disease from which he suffered for many years. One of the very last puzzles he solved was to identify the cause of the malfunctioning alarm on his hospital bed. Alan and Gloria spent 20 years as active members of the community in Newburyport. In 2018, they moved to Brooksby Village in Peabody, Massachusetts. Alan was extremely well read with a deep and broad base of knowledge, and was especially interested in world politics and current events. Alan's passion for educational equality and inclusivity stemmed from his upbringing in South Africa. He was a strong supporter of Small Solutions, an organization whose goal was for every child to have a laptop and equal access to education. At Brooksby he was part of the Diversity Committee. He was also known as the Projector Man, being relied on to operate the AV equipment for the weekly movie night. Alan was well known for his quiet intelligence, thoughtful manner, kind and gentle nature, and his trademark red suspenders. The family would like to thank the staff of Beverly Hospital and of Brooksby Village for all their care. In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to the International Pemphigus and Pemphigoid Foundation at http://www.pemphigus.org For more information or to register in the online guestbook, please visit www.stanetskyhymansonsalem.com.



23 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Amesbury, MA - Joseph H. Packer passed away peacefully at Merrimack Valley Hospice in Haverhill, on June 18, 2020. Joe was born in Amesbury on September 10, 1945, the son of the late Joseph H. and Margaret (Burke) Packer. He attended St. Joseph School and graduated from Amesbury High School in 1963. He earned an Associate's degree from Burdette College in Lynn and Boston. After working several years for the IRS in Andover, Joe worked many years as a carpenter and eventually as a caretaker at Holy Family Parish. Joe spent many years playing and coaching softball in Amesbury. He then started working with Amesbury Little League as a coach and eventually became president of the league. Joe and his associates worked tirelessly to build new baseball fields at Cashman School with new lights and a snack shack to help support the league. All Joe ever wanted was for the kids to play baseball and have fun. After retiring from the league, the field at Cashman was dedicated and named "Joe Packer Field". Joe is survived by his loving companion, Nancy Moore of Amesbury. They spent many happy years together with their sweet dog Celeste. Joe is also survived by his sister Kathleen Parker and her husband Leonard of Portsmouth, NH, his brother David and his wife Marie Packer of Amesbury, his nephew Brian and Amber and Emerson Packer of Van Nuys, CA, his niece Karen and Robert, Matthew, Anna, Jonathan and William DiBona of Dracut, MA, many cousins, nieces and nephews, and many, many friends. Joe was predeceased by his nephew Camden James Packer of Van Nuys, CA. Joe was honored with a funeral Mass at Holy Family Parish on September 10, 2020. In lieu of flowers, Joe wished to have donations made in his name to either Market Street Baptist Church or to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at Holy Family Parish. Joe's family would like to express their thanks to all the staff members at Anna Jacques Hospital of Newburyport, Country Manor of Newburyport, NE Rehab of Portsmouth, NH and Merrimack Valley Hospice of Haverhill for all of the respectful and loving care and attention they all paid to Joe during his last few months on earth. Are by the E.V. Jutras & Sons Funeral Home in Amesbury.



23 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Newburyport - Louise A. LaValley, 82, born and raised and was a lifelong resident of Newburyport died Sunday September 13th, 2020. Born May 22nd 1938 to Alice L. (Blaisdell) Wood of Newburyport. Louise worked as a crossing guard at the Old Kelley School in Newburyport, but she was best known for being a loving babysitter to many children whom she adored. Louise was predeceased by her husband, William R. LaValley Sr. whom she spent many wonderful years with, and grandson, whom she raised as her own since birth Matthew R. Valli who died September 14th, 2001. Louise is survived by her children, Pam Walton and husband Greg, Heidi Cote of NH, William R. LaValley Jr., Tina Junkins and husband David, Troy LaValley, Danny LaValley and wife Tarra all of Newburyport, and Amy Valli her granddaughter whom she raised as her own since birth, and extended family Jennifer Cantrell of Newburyport. Grandchildren, Hope and Justin Walton, David, Steven, and Jeffrey Cote, Amanda, Tiffany Gardener and Ryan LaValley, David Junkins Jr., Travis and Macey LaValley and Michael L'Italien, Gaven, Tyler and Nicholas LaValley, Ryan and Jason Cantrell, and several great-grandchildren. Services and burial at St. Mary's Cemetery will be private at a later date. The Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home, 193 High St., Newburyport, MA 01950 is assisting Mrs. LaValley's family with her funeral arrangements. To offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com.



22 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Newburyport, MA - "I was here, now I am not." These are the only words that the Reverend Bertrand H. Steeves would have wanted said over his passing. The gift of his life will continue to be treasured by his wife of 68 years, Maxine S. (Hertel) Steeves; his children, Jonathan R. Steeves and his children, Stephanie L., Samantha L. Steeves Horrock and Justin Steeves and their mother Debra A. (Baikewicz) Steeves; Kathryn W. Steeves and husband Stephen I. Weiss, and their children, Nathaniel J.S. Weiss and Jacob E.W. Steeves; and Christopher I. Steeves and husband Thomas J. Brewer, along with extended family, dear friends and entire communities between Newburyport and Maine. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First Religious Society Unitarian Universalist where he served as minister from 1956-1994, and Link House, Newburyport, that he helped found. A more formal and complete obituary and service plans will be announced sometime in 2021.



22 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Goose Creek, SC - Robert F. Leahey "Bobby" passed away peacefully but unexpectedly on September 11, 2020. Robert "Bobby" was born on December 17, 1957, on a military base in Yokosuka, Japan. He was one of seven born to the late Col. William E. Leahey and Louise Horton of Worcester, Mass. Bobby leaves behind his daughter Kaitlin R. LeaheyOliveira, her husband Henrique Oliveira; and his four grandchildren: Jareth Spurr, Whyatt Spurr, Kullan Spurr and MaevisRose LeaheyOliveira, all of Amesbury, Mass. He is survived by his three sisters, Maureen Leahey of Mass., Kathleen Totolo of S.C. and Bridget Leahy Reynolds of Mo.; two brothers, William Leahey Jr. of N.Y. and Patrick Leahey of Mass. Bobby was predeceased by his brother James "Mike" Leahey of S.C. There will be a memorial Mass at the Immaculate Conception Church, 510 St. James Ave., Goose Creek, S.C., on Monday, October 12, 2020, at 11 a.m., for all to come say final goodbyes.



22 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Newburyport, MA - Robert Alan Fudge of Newburyport, died peacefully in his sleep early Saturday morning at Anna Jaques Hospital at the age of 82. Born in Somerville, Massachusetts, November 8, 1937, he was one of six children of the late J. Stanley and Belle A. (Petit) Fudge. He grew up in Winchester, Mass., graduating from Winchester High School, class of 1956. Shortly thereafter, Bob enlisted in the United States Army, proudly serving his country for several years. As a sheet metal worker, he had a lifetime career through the Local Sheet Metal Workers Union. After his retirement, he enjoyed a relaxed pace of life. He was an avid reader of all kinds of books, enjoyed doing Sudoku puzzles and was a lifetime Patriots fan. More than anything he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, who were his pride and joy. He spent the past 10 years splitting his time between his two homes in Salem, N.H., and Del Ray Beach, Fla., where he enjoyed the warmer climate, spending time with family and playing shuffleboard. Due to declining health, Bob returned to the local area to be nearer to his children. He leaves a lifetime of wonderful memories to his children, Carol Fudge, Michael Fudge and wife Norma, and Suzanne Loomis and husband Paul; two grandchildren, Julia and Aiden Fudge; his brother, Edward Fudge; along with many nieces and nephews, extended family and dear friends. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by three brothers and a sister, Jack, William and Kenneth Fudge, and Barbara DeMatteo. At his request, services will be private. Remember him with a smile on your face, and always know that the memories you shared with him are now priceless treasures of the heart.



20 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Rowley, MA - Cheryl Rae Cutt Ehlers, 74, of Rowley, passed away peacefully on September 15th, 2020, at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington. Cheryl was born on June 10,1946, in the small farming community of Hallock, Minnesota, to Virgirl and Nora Cutt, née Peterson. Right from the start, Cheryl didn't play by the rules. Never satisfied by the expectations of her gender, she spent the majority of her youth attending to her family's dairy herd. The hard work of rural life didn't come without its payoffs though: she forged a close relationship with her father, became an accomplished rider on her horse, Pretty Boy, and reigned, albeit only for her region, as the Minnesota Dairy Princess. The rural charm of northwestern Minnesota couldn't hold her, and soon after she wed the love of her life, Pete M. Ehlers, on April 15,1967, they left Hallock, Minn., to make it on their own. They first settled in Bismarck, North Dakota, where Cheryl raised their two boys and worked an odd job or two to support her husband's burgeoning career as an itinerant steel worker. But with the desire to have a career of her own, she first managed and later owned Construction Specialities, Inc., proudly becoming one of the first female owners of a construction company in the Upper Midwest. Afterwards, Cheryl and Pete temporarily moved to Vilamoura, Portugal, where she immersed herself in the community, making lasting friendships with those she met. In 1990, Cheryl and Pete returned stateside, where they bought a few acres of land in Rowley, Mass. and built a house of their own design; a home that acted as a beloved gathering place for their close friends and immediate family. Cheryl was preceded in death by her mother Nora Peterson Cutt and father Virgil Cutt, Dianne Cutt sister and Carroll Cutt Potrament. Cheryl is preceded by her sons, Shane M. (Mary) Ehlers and Shelley R. (Pia) Ehlers; his daughter, Jennifer A. (Keith) Hembre and her family; his grandchildren, Travers H. Doane, Erica M. Dewitt, Easton J. Ehlers, Christian Ehlers and Hannah Ehlers. A private graveside service will be held at Main Street Cemetery, Rowley, on September 23, 2020 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Alzheimer and Dementia organizations for research. To light a memorial candle or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.fsrobertsandson.com. Arrangements entrusted to F. S. Roberts & Son Funeral Home of Rowley.


20 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Barefoot Bay, FL - Daniel Sanford Rines Jr., 68, of Barefoot Bay, Fla., formerly of Seabrook New Hampshire, passed away in Melbourne, Fla, on September 3, 2020, from COVID-19. Born in Exeter, N.H. on October 27,1951 to the late Daniel and Lurana Rines. He was one of seven children and is survived by sister Rena McLaughlin and her husband, Charles McLaughlin of Seabrook, N.H. and Barefoot Bay, Fla., sister, Terri Pinotti and her husband, William Pinotti of Pahrump, Nev., sister, Diana Carney and her husband, Robert Carney of Barefoot Bay, Fla., sister-in-law, Susan Rines of Erlanger Kentucky and two beloved aunts, Nina Fowler and Ruth Hewlett, both of Seabrook. He was predeceased by his sister, Arlene Randall, his brothers, Robert and Kevin Rines and nephew, Jason Landry. Daniel leaves behind 17 nieces and nephews and 28 great-nieces and nephews, many cousins, including Ginny Reavis, Annette Fowler and Hollis Knowles, all of Seabrook, and long time, close friends, Joan Gadd-White of Seabrook, Lindsay Burns of Gloucester, Imalda Dobson(Chickie) of Salisbury, Janice Carter of Rochester, N.H. and Donna Doliber of Wilmington, S.C. Daniel will be missed by many. Daniel was an honorably discharged Army Veteran. Upon Discharge, Daniel was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. He spent many years driving a truck for paving and other construction companies, his last place of employment was Perini Construction of Woburn, where he was forced into retirement due to a stroke. A lover of pugs, Daniel enjoyed spending time with his two pugs, Elmo and Rosco. A graveside ceremony will be held at a later date.



20 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Newburyport - Josephine A. Minalio, 77, died on Friday morning September 18, 2020 at her home in Newburyport. She was the daughter of the late Loretta and Frederick Minalio, born on December 4, 1942 in Newburyport. She was a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School and the Stenotype Institute of Boston. Josephine retired from the Social Security Administration after 36 years of service. Upon her retirement she volunteered at Anna Jaques Hospital and enjoyed her many years there. She was a member NARFE chapter 1568 for Federal retirees. She loved working in her garden and being outdoors especially joining her friends at the boardwalk. Josephine is survived by her former husband Richard Ziegra of Sunnyvale, Calif. She treasured her many cousins including Carol Ann Doyle of Newburyport, who was like a sister to her, Kathy Rogers of Hampton, NH, and Margaret Mears of Kingston, NH. Jo loved living in her family home on Highland Avenue where her neighbors, the Vartebedians, were family to her. She was predeceased by her longtime friend and companion Jedrey Connors of Newburyport. Family and friends may call from 9 to 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 24, 2020 at the Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home 193 High St. Newburyport, MA 01950. THERE IS NO LONGER ANY PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND THE FUNERAL HOME PER ORDER OF THE CITY OF NEWBURYPORT. Her Funeral Mass at Immaculate Conception Church and Burial at St. Mary Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Josephine's name to the MSPCA. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com.



20 Sep 2020 at 5:00pm
Georgetown - On Thursday, September 17, 2020, Charles "Charlie" Carter, loving husband and father of four children, passed away at the age of 77. Charlie was born on December 5, 1942 in Gloucester, to Raymond "Pete" and Elizabeth "Betty" (Evans) Carter. He graduated from Essex Agricultural High School in 1960. On December 20, 1964, he married Marilyn Carol (Thompson) Carter; they would have four children: Sharon, Peter, Deborah, and John. He was proud of his two years of active duty service in the Navy as well as his six years in the Naval Reserves; he shared many stories of his time in the navy so often that his children could recite those stories for him. He worked for 19 years at Hardy's Poultry Farm in Essex, Mass. and for 21 years for the Town of Rowley, Mas Highway Department until his retirement in 2008. Even in retirement, Charlie continued to work his market garden and make his weekly egg deliveries to his loyal customers. Charlie joined West Gloucester Grange in October 1957 and later joined Laurel Grange of West Newbury, where he held many offices, including Master at the time of his death. In addition, Charlie served on many committees, including the Agricultural Committee, and served the Massachusetts State Grange as Deputy State Master, a position both of his sons would later hold. It was through the Grange and the many Grange dances that he met his wife Carol of nearly 56 years, whom he loved dearly. At one time, he was part of three generations of Grange Masters all serving at once, with his son Peter as Master of Rowley Jr. Grange, his father, Pete as Master of Chebacco Pomona Grange, and Charlie as Master of Laurel Grange. Charlie's passion was all things farming. He could grow a garden from of a bucket of rocks as long as he had enough cow manure. Aside from his family, he loved nothing more than spending hours in his garden in his trademark blue Dickies shirt and pants and his insulated vest, which he wore even on the hottest days. He also raised a variety of livestock, including cattle, pigs, and chickens; he would have raised more, but his wife said no. When Charlie wasn't weeding the garden or tending the animals, you might find him cutting and splitting wood, that is, if he wasn't smoking a cigar or drinking a cup of coffee. He loved sharing his knowledge of agriculture with anyone who would listen and was proud to have taught his children how to put food on their table and keep themselves warm in the winter without relying on the grocery store or oil man. Charlie was preceded in death by his father Pete, his mother Betty, his daughter Sharon, and his grandson George. He is survived by his wife Carol; son Peter, wife Jackie, and their daughter Bellah, of Georgetown, MA; his daughter Debbie Paquette and fiancé Jonathan Elliott of Haverhill, MA and her children, William, Elizabeth, and Krystyna, of East Wakefield, NH; and his son John, wife April, and their daughter Hazel, of Barre, MA. In addition, he leaves behind his brother Frank Carter, his sister Nancy Rollins and her husband Richard, all of Gloucester, MA, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family and friends are invited to his visitation on Wednesday, September 23 rd from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Conte - Giamberardino Funeral Home, 14 Pleasant Street, Georgetown. His Graveside Service with Military Honors will be held on Saturday, September 26th at 11 a.m. in the Greenwood Cemetery, East Broadway, Haverhill. For those who wish, In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to either Laurel Grange, Carol Carter, Secretary, 58R Jewett St., Georgetown, MA 01833-1210 or the George Carter Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Heritage Pomona Grange, Lisa Johnson, Secretary, 22 Jordan St., Haverhill, MA 01830-6520. For funeral home directions, florists or to share a memory of Charles with his family, please visit www.cgfuneralhomegeorgetown.com.

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