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12 Nov 2024 at 2:55pm
The Official Blog of Social Security

12 Nov 2024 at 3:00pm
In today’s digital world, many people prefer to conduct business online. Due to customer demand, we’re making more notices and other communications available through your personal my Social Security account. Besides being more convenient, the online, paperless option has other advantages. It is environmentally friendly, faster than U.S. mail, and eliminates lost, delayed, or misplaced […]

24 Oct 2024 at 3:00pm
Social Security takes care to handle your claim for benefits efficiently. When you submit your application for disability benefits, be sure to provide as much information as possible. That will help to avoid any processing delays. Here’s how to get your application off to a good start: If you’re an adult applying for disability benefits, […]

3 Oct 2024 at 3:00pm
October is National Retirement Security Month, an annual initiative to raise awareness about retirement planning. Whether you’re new to the workforce, mid-career, or plan to stop work in a few years, here are 5 online tools at ssa.gov to help you financially prepare for a secure retirement.     1. Your Social Security Statement You […]

19 Sep 2024 at 3:00pm
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year from September 15-October 15. To mark the observance, we want the public to be aware of our many resources for our Spanish-speaking customers. We have many bilingual employees who fluently speak and understand both English and Spanish. While they are critical to serving the needs of a […]

5 Sep 2024 at 11:25am
We’ve heard your preference to do business with us electronically. You want to submit forms, evidence, and other information online. If your signature is needed, you want to be able to sign documents electronically before submitting them. We’ve released the eSignature/Upload Documents as an option to submit documents. This new, online service option allows our […]

29 Aug 2024 at 3:10pm
If you tied the knot this summer – one of the most popular seasons for weddings – your big day is over. However, you may have at least one more thing to cross off your “To Do” list. If you need to change your last name on your Social Security card due to your marriage, […]

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2 Dec 2024 at 5:17pm
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27 Nov 2024 at 11:23am

The Salisbury Planning Department will be holding a workshop on the Op

26 Nov 2024 at 11:04am

The Town's new contract for electricity supply rates begins in January

13 Nov 2024 at 1:30pm

The Town of Salisbury’s Water Division is required to inventory all wa

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4 Dec 2024 at 11:45am
SALISBURY — The Salisbury Beach Betterment Association along with the American Red Cross is sponsoring a blood drive on Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Blue Ocean Music Hall at 4 Oceanfront, Salisbury Beach. This drive…


4 Dec 2024 at 10:54am
NEWBURYPORT — This holiday season, Newburyport Development and Michael’s Harborside are hosting a food donation drive to benefit Our Neighbors’ Table.



4 Dec 2024 at 9:09am
SALISBURY — What do you get when you combine Santa, meatballs, a faux snowball fight, and a majestic Christmas tree? You get an estimated 300 people attending Tuesday's annual tree lightning party in Salisbury Square's Town Common.



4 Dec 2024 at 9:00am
NEWBURY — The Plum Island Taxpayers Association’s annual Christmas fair takes place Saturday, Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at PITA Hall, 8 Plum Island Blvd. Newbury. Stop on by for wreaths, crafts and gifts for purchase. Snack…


4 Dec 2024 at 6:30am
NEWBURYPORT — The Metropolitan Opera launches its 2024-25 season of Saturday matinee broadcasts on Dec. 7 with Richard Strauss's epic fairy tale: "Die Frau ohne Schatten" – "The Woman Without a Shadow."


4 Dec 2024 at 5:30am
NEWBURYPORT — Public concerns about the potential dangers of adding fluoride to the city's water supply, have prompted Newburyport Public Health Director Laura Vlasuk to put the topic on the agenda for the next Board of Health meeting.



4 Dec 2024 at 5:00am
NEWBURYPORT — Until Inauguration Day next month, First Religious Society Unitarian Universalist in Newburyport is offering free wedding ceremonies for any member of the LGBTQ+ community, according to church officials.


4 Dec 2024 at 5:00am
To the editor:



4 Dec 2024 at 5:00am
I am neither a medical doctor nor a scientist, nevertheless this is a subject etched large in my memory. I have read that Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. drinks raw milk and recommends it to everyone else.



4 Dec 2024 at 4:00am
NEWBURYPORT — Just as it does each December, the sound of ringing bells in front of the Salvation Army Newburyport Corps’ red kettles has people slipping into the holiday spirit.


4 Dec 2024 at 4:00am
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3 Dec 2024 at 3:04pm
NEWBURYPORT — Local artists whose work depicts realistic, nature-related themes are invited to consider an exhibition at the Parker River Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center located at 6 Plum Island Turnpike in Newburyport. Exhibits run for a month and are seen…


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2 Dec 2024 at 5:00pm
State distributes out $1B for paid leave


2 Dec 2024 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — The state is expanding a popular solar net-metering program that allows consumers to pay lower rates for electricity for sharing power with the regional grid.


2 Dec 2024 at 12:26pm
WESTWOOD — To mark National Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (Dec. 2-6, 2024), AAA Northeast is highlighting the rising number of fatal traffic crashes involving older drivers across the United States.



2 Dec 2024 at 9:16am
President Joe Biden’s decision to go back on his word and pardon his son Hunter wasn't all that surprising to those who are familiar with the president's devotion to his family. But by choosing to put his family first, the…



2 Dec 2024 at 4:00am
Clearing snow and ice from driveways, sidewalks and parking lots is no small job. Folks rely on outdoor power equipment to do the heavy lifting, and it’s important to keep safety in mind. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) reminds…



1 Dec 2024 at 3:46pm
LAWRENCE — During October and November, Merrimack Valley Credit Union (MVCU) held its annual food drive in each of its 19 retail branch locations. The drive supported organizations in locations ranging from Southern New Hampshire to the south coast of…


1 Dec 2024 at 10:15am
BOSTON — The Governor’s Council on Wednesday certified the results of Massachusetts’s electors for the U.S. offices of president, vice president, and U.S. senator and representative.


30 Nov 2024 at 5:00am
BOSTON — More than 200 low-income families are eligible for down payment and closing cost assistance to purchase their first homes, with the launch of a public-private program intended to close homeownership and racial wealth gaps in Massachusetts.


30 Nov 2024 at 4:00am
BOSTON — MBTA budget-writers have warned the agency could run out of cash in the first quarter of fiscal 2026 amid a roughly $700 million gap, but the agency's leader is feeling "optimism" about the prospects of addressing the shortfall.


29 Nov 2024 at 11:53am
An investigation into a late August assault in Gloucester that left a 16-year-old transgender teen injured has ended and three teen-agers face being charged.



29 Nov 2024 at 9:33am
NORTH ANDOVER — Riders who have not ridden for months or even years are invited to get back in the saddle at no cost at Windrush Farm, in North Andover. Windrush is offering a one-time free evaluation ride on Saturday…


28 Nov 2024 at 3:00pm
BOSTON — Attorney General Andrea Campbell made clear Tuesday that she doesn’t agree with the Legislature and Gov. Maura Healey that a Boston nonprofit that has been accused of predatory lending should be shielded from the state’s consumer protection laws.


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27 Nov 2024 at 4:00am
The Thanksgiving travel rush is expected to be bigger than ever this year. AAA predicts that nearly 80 million people in the U.S. will venture at least 50 miles from home between Tuesday and next Monday — most of them…



21 Nov 2024 at 12:46pm
WASHINGTON (AP) — Matt Gaetz withdrew Thursday as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following continued scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on the former congressman's ability to be confirmed as the nation's chief federal…



6 Nov 2024 at 6:00pm
Donald Trump was elected as the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday. He is the first person convicted of a felony to win the White House and the first former president to regain power since 1892. The victory…


4 Nov 2024 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — Voters on Tuesday will decide on a new president and end one of the most unruly, contentious campaigns for the White House in recent history.


29 Oct 2024 at 11:09am
BOSTON — As more and more voters rely on the U.S. Postal Service to cast their ballots, the agency said its network "is operating effectively without any major reported disruptions" and has posted high "performance scores" especially for ballot mail…



1 Sep 2024 at 4:26pm
With up to 17 rooms to clean each shift, Fatima Amahmoud’s job at the Moxy hotel in downtown Boston sometimes feels impossible.


29 Aug 2024 at 5:29am
About this series: A growing number of states are making school choices funding available to parents, often without regard to their financial means. Over the past two months, CNHI reporters have explored those options, which include education scholarship accounts, voucher…


27 Aug 2024 at 6:35pm
WASHINGTON — A federal grand jury in Washington on Tuesday returned a slimmed-down indictment of Donald Trump for the former president's efforts to overturn the 2020 election, removing a portion of the allegations that the Supreme Court ruled could not…


5 Aug 2024 at 2:12pm
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Two special prosecutors said Monday that they plan to file a criminal obstruction of justice charge against a former central Kansas police chief over his conduct following a raid last year on his town’s newspaper.


21 Jul 2024 at 2:13pm
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four…


16 Jul 2024 at 5:00am
With Republicans reeling from the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, Massachusetts delegates to this week's Republican National Convention in Milwaukee view the event as an opportunity to unify the party around the presumptive GOP presidential nominee.


15 Jul 2024 at 10:32pm
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Former President Donald Trump, two days after surviving an attempted assassination, appeared triumphantly at the Republican National Convention’s opening night with a bandage over his right ear.



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4 Dec 2024 at 6:00am
Got some final bullet points in the old notebook that I want to empty out.



4 Dec 2024 at 5:00am
Scoring



4 Dec 2024 at 4:00am
It had to be an obvious decision.



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2 Dec 2024 at 5:00am
Scoring



1 Dec 2024 at 7:00pm
How about Peyton O’Leary!



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1 Dec 2024 at 11:00pm
FOXBOROUGH – The schedule reads “bye” next weekend for your New England Patriots.



1 Dec 2024 at 8:00pm
BOSTON — The 24-minute pregame ceremony was not brash, full of itself, or in-your-face. But understated wouldn't fully describe the spirit of it, nor would low-key.



The Daily News of Newburyport: Obituaries
4 Dec 2024 at 12:47pm
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3 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Seabrook - Virginia "Ginny" Louise (Bragg) Small, 92, a lifelong resident of Seabrook, New Hampshire, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. She was born on June 28, 1932, in Newburyport, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late Judge Ralph O. Bragg and Elizabeth H (Wilmot) and is predeceased by her husband of 25 years, Donald N. Small, in 1974. Ginny attended the Sanborn School, Dearborn Academy and Amesbury High School earning her GED in 1990. While in high school, she was a majorette as well as a waitress at the Ye Cocke and Kettle Restaurant where she many times earned more money in tips than her father earned as a judge! She later served as the Town Clerk of Seabrook for over 34 years preceding her parents who had also held the position. While registering vehicles, obtaining marriage licenses, birth and death certificates, the residents of Seabrook could always count on a warm smile, a laugh and a listening ear whether it be at her home where she held the original work from home office, the fire barn and lastly the Seabrook Town Hall where the town clerk's office resided during her tenure. Throughout her career as Town Clerk, Ginny was also a Justice of the Peace (JP). During her time as a JP, she officiated upwards of 1,000 marriages from the 1960's to the early 2000's, the majority of whom were married in her home. Ginny was actively involved in her community throughout her life. She was a member of the Trinity United Church where she served as a Sunday School Teacher, Treasurer, Trustee, Deacon and on the Women's Fellowship. She served on the committee for the construction of the Trinity United parish house and parsonage on Folly Mill Road and co-chaired the annual harvest supper up until 2020 where she was well known for her Indian Pudding; a recipe passed down from her mother. In recent years, she attended the Four Corners Church where her son Bruce is the Pastor, she was a member of the Seabrook Historical Society where her son Eric is the President, the Lions Club, the Seabrook PTO, the American Legion Auxiliary and the Happy Seniors. Ginny loved many things throughout her life including her many friends, gardening, cooking, baking, crocheting, braiding rugs, but most of all, she loved to dance! Her love of dancing started at the OUAM Hall, a ballroom dance hall next door to her childhood home on Lafayette Road. This eventually evolved into line dancing which she participated in up until the pandemic of 2020. Of all the things Ginny loved, her family was the love of her life! She is survived by her four children, Eric Small, Bruce Small, Aaron Small and his wife, Doriann, and Jennifer and her husband, Peter Talas, Jr.; six grandchildren, Shane, Courtney, Jacob, Lucas, Cole and Sean; three great grandsons, Logan, William and Sebastian as well as a great granddaughter who is expected to arrive in March. She also leaves behind her two kitties, Jack and Puddin'. Due to Ginny's love of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the Fuller Gardens in North Hampton, New Hampshire by visiting www.fullergardens.org. Visitation will be held from 4pm to 7pm on Thursday, December 5, at the Remick and Gendron Funeral Home – Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton, New Hampshire. Funeral Services will be held at 11am on Friday, December 6 at Trinity United Church, 103 Lafayette Road, Seabrook. Burial to immediately follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Lafayette Road, Seabrook. Arrangements are by Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, Hampton, NH.



3 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Haverhill - David Rogers Wilbur, 96 of Haverhill passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024 after spending an enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday with his children and grandchildren. David was born on July 7, 1928 to the late Phillip and Gladys Wilbur. He is predeceased by the love of his life Barbara Wilbur (Blaisdell) to whom he was married for 62 years before her passing in 2016. David was born and raised in Amesbury where he spent his childhood playing on the Merrimack River. He graduated from Amesbury High in 1946. David was a Korean War veteran serving in the United States Air Force from 1948 to 1951 where he was stationed at various bases in the US and Germany. He attended Wentworth Institute before marrying his wife Barbara and moving to New Jersey where he worked for Bell Labs. After several years, they returned home and settled in Groveland where they lived for sixty years. David completed his engineering degree later in life at Fitchburg State. He worked as an Engineer for Raytheon Corporation for more than 30 years before retiring at the age of 63. In retirement, David enjoyed biking, sailing, and mountain climbing. He especially enjoyed playing golf and tennis with friends at Cedardale. David was also an avid gardener. David took many trips to sunny warm places with his wife Barbara and friends. More than anything David enjoyed spending time with family. There were many family gatherings after Barbara's passing where he would tear up, offer a toast, and talk about how lucky he was and how happy Barbara would have been. David was loved and respected by his family and all who knew him. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Haverhill Crossings for the comfort and care that they offered him over the past year. David is survived by his three children David J. Wilbur and his wife Mary Ann of Braintree, Mary Ellen Gleason and her husband Sean of Bradford and Stephen P. Wilbur and his wife Elizabeth of Hardeeville, SC. He was the loving grandfather to seven grandchildren Jessica, Courtney and Jocelyn Wilbur, Molly and Michael Gleason, Stephanie (Wilbur) Merrick and Brandon Wilbur. David is predeceased by his brother Robert Wilbur and his sister Nancy Wiggin. Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family Saturday, December 7th 2024. Visiting hours will be held from 10:00AM to 12:00PM, with a brief service at 11:30AM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. Haverhill. Burial to follow at Riverview Cemetery Groveland, MA. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made Maureen Heaton Foundation, P.O. Box 563, West Newbury, MA 01985, or maureenheatonfoundation.org. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.


3 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Lake worth - Donald J. Roberts, a lifetime resident of Salisbury, passed away peacefully in the company of his nephew David on October 29, 2024 at a hospice facility in West Palm Beach Florida after declining health. Donald is survived by his three sisters, Alice, Bonnie and Carlene as well as several nieces and nephews. He will be deeply missed by his family members and friends. Donald was a master electrician and the owner of Roberts Electric Supply in Salisbury for about 50 years before retiring to Florida. In addition to being a master electrician he was an entrepreneur who had owned a local convenient store, package store and gas station as well as an electrical contract service employing many local professionals, family members and students alike. He also served in the Massachusetts National Guard during the Vietnam Conflict. Donald was an avid sports fan of the original Boston Braves and followed them as they moved to Milwaukee and Atlanta. He liked spending time at casinos and ball games with his sister Bonnie and enjoyed hunting and hiking in the northern Maine woods with family members. A private graveside service will be held in the spring.



3 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Salisbury - Roger N. Fournier, a longtime resident of Amesbury, passed away at the age of 80 at his residence in Salisbury, surrounded by his family after a very brief battle with cancer. He was a genuine and loving husband to his wife, Karen, of 58 years. Roger was born February 22,1944, in Amesbury, Massachusetts, to his late parents Joseph "Henry" Fournier and Yvonne Fournier. He attended Haverhill Trade High School. He was a carpenter for many years working for Smith Brothers and eventually retiring from Harbor Schools after 20-plus years as facilities manager. He spent much of his free time camping with his family. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to fix everything and anything. He always had a way to make things right. He painted much of his life and created painted lighted bottles and wind chimes. He was a builder, a gardener, a cook, a baker, and always a tinkerer. His latest large projects were helping to build his daughter Heidi's home and renovating his son Tim's home. Roger will be greatly missed by his wife, Karen Fournier; his daughter Michele Hook and husband Tony, forever son-in-law Mike Waugh, and their three children Nicol, Steven, and Jeffery; his son, Tim Fournier and daughter-in-law Jena and their daughter Abigail; his daughter Heidi Hovde and son-in-law Aaron and their four children Ava, Cole, Ruby, and Stone; and his great grandchildren Evalese, Molly, and Vivienne. He is also survived by 8 siblings and their spouses: Henry and Cathy Fournier, Paul and Debbie Fournier, Yvonne and Jim Bateman, Ronald and Jane Fournier, Elaine and Harry Hersey, Diane and Russell Lambert; David and Denise Fournier; Mark and Teresa Fournier; and many nieces and nephews. Services are private at the request of the family. A celebration of life is planned for December 7, 2024 for family and friends.



3 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Amesbury - Gordon W. Sears, 80, lifetime resident of Amesbury, passed away peacefully in Exeter, NH on Sunday, December 1, 2024. He was born February 12, 1944 in Amesbury, MA, the son of the late Albert and Pauline (Venette) Sears. Gordon graduated from Amesbury High School with the Class of 1962. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Coast Guard and proudly served 4 years. Returning home, he started his career working for Mass Electric, retiring in 2010. Gordon enjoyed watching the Bruins, trips to casinos, penuche fudge, and family time spent at York Beach in Maine. He shared 46 years of marriage with his late wife Janice (Kent) Sears who predeceased him in 2015. Gordon leaves behind his three children; Michael Sears and his wife Paula of Exeter, NH, Alison Jackson and her husband Ken of Newburyport, MA, Jamie Marcial and her husband Jeremy of Norwich, CT; his seven grandchildren; Cody, Brooke and Kenz Jackson, Abigail Sears, Kendall, Callen and Greyson Akers. Surviving siblings include Albert Sears and his wife Sheila of Dataw Island, SC and Gayle Bartley and her husband Paul also of Dataw Island. All services will be private. Arrangements are by the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, Hampton. Please visit www.RemickGendron.com to view Gordon's memorial website and sign his tribute wall.



1 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Salisbury - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Donny (Donald) Pydynkowski, age 74 on November 21st, 2024. He was born and lived most of his life in Danvers, MA before moving to Salisbury, MA to be close to his trucking business. He was the son of the late John and Katherine Pydynkowski, brother to Beverly Trueira and her husband, Frank, and Marie Belisle. Uncle to Ken and Jamie Rothwell, Danny Pydynkowski, and Christopher Belisle. He held a special place in his heart, for his beloved niece, Chrissy Roberts of Rockport, MA, who was his loving caretaker through his many years battling cancer, and her husband, Keith. Donny was a devoted friend to many, spreading love and generosity to all who truly knew him. He found great joy in sending cards for days of celebration, holidays, and valued friendships. His good heart spread kindness and laughter everywhere he went. Sundays and holidays always brought freshly made pies, lobsters, and chowder just to bring smiles to others when he dropped by. Donny's knowledge of the machine shop and trucking business was second to none. Whether he was finding connections for truck parts or passing along contacts to someone needing assistance, he would drop everything to help others. The love and adoration of the wide circle of friends is a testament to the wonderful man he was. He will be deeply missed by many. He is now in God's loving hands and free of any pain. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours at O'Donnell Cremations – Funerals – Celebrations, 167 Maple St., (Route 62), Danvers, Monday, (TODAY) Dec. 2nd from 4 to 7 p.m. His funeral service will be held graveside at St. Mary's Cemetery, North St., Salem/Peabody Line, Tuesday, December 3rd at 1 p.m. All are invited to attend. Please meet at the main entrance gate. To share a memory or offer a condolence please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com.



1 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Plum Island, Newbury - Deborah Jean Firlit, 72, died Wednesday evening November 20, 2024 at her home on Plum Island, Newbury, MA. She was born on July 1, 1952 in Utica NY to the late Edward "Maxie" and Jean Firlit. She retired in 2023 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety, Office of Grants and Research, specializing in traffic safety. She also worked as a switchboard operator in NY, was an EMT in Texas,, degreed in marketing at UT in Austin, came back north to care for her parents and worked for IFP and the New England Patriots organization before working for the State. Before she met Barry in 2013 , she achieved the rank of Master as a Tang Soo Do 4th degree Black Belt, teaching and competing in karate tournaments in Europe and the US. She especially loved golf with Barry and their fellow Goofies in Wenham, biking around Plum Island, painting, photography, country dancing and travels to Europe, Puerto Rico and Italy. She loved gardening with rocks and driftwood and growing summer vegetables, hunting for the perfect rock or stone along a lakeshore with her brother Paul or nephew Steve. She dearly loved watching her grand nieces and nephew growing up; they all loved their Auntie Debi. She was a great fan of gymnastic and ice skating competitions and the occasional visit to a casino with friends and cousins. She and Barry loved preparing meals together, watching tennis and golf and they spent many hours in nature and hiking trails nearby and in the Southwest. Deborah is survived by her beloved husband, Barry Kaplan of Newbury MA; brothers, Paul (Maryann) Firlit of Rochester NY, Edward (Lee) Firlit of Gansevoort NY; Uncle Emilio "Butch" (Priscilla) Cudoni of Woburn MA; sisters-in-law, Cheri Firlit of Macedon NY and Fredlee Anne Kaplan of New York City; many cousins, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, friends and co-workers who all loved her. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her brother, Gary Firlit. Family and friends are invited to Deborah's Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday December 7, 2024 at Immaculate Conception Church 42 Green St. Newburyport. Burial will be private at a later date. The Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home 193 High St. Newburyport, MA 01950 is assisting Deborah's family with her arrangements. In lieu of flowers we suggest a donation to Clear Path for Veterans New England, Canine Services. They provide service dogs and multiple therapies for our Service Vets. www.clearpathne.org located at Fort Devens in MA, or Children's Services of Roxbury csrox.org. To offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com.



1 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Salisbury - Nancy (Dobson) Danielson was born in Newburyport February 2, 1945. She is the daughter of Jean (Valli) Morrison. Her siblings include Suzanne Griggs, and Lance Morrison. She attended Newburyport High School and loved being on the cheerleading team. She had an electric personality and a gift for making everyone she met feel special. She was kind, supportive, accepting, generous, loving, and spunky. She spent most of her adult life raising her four children and being a homemaker. She loved animals, blueberry picking, collecting dolls, Avon, and silver dollars. She also loved to treasure hunt and travel with her friends, Denise Morrill, Sachiko Geekie and longtime friend, Mable Lavalley. She had many friends at the Amesbury Senior Citizen Center where she often volunteered. She is survived by eldest daughter, LeAnne Plummer and (Jason), Julie Carey, (Benjamin) Leland George Danielson, Jr. (Sandra) Jennilee Hale, (Kevin), brother-in-law, Derek Griggs, niece, Genessa Carrillo, and many more loving nieces and nephews. Her beloved grandchildren, Mackenzi Danielson, Mallory Sanders, Julia Plummer, Joshua Plummer, Althea Carey, Coltin Hale, and Tyler Hale. She is predeceased by her father, Lawrence Dobson, husband, Leland G. Danielson, sister Julie Bridges, and her grandsons, Alexander Danielson and Ryder Carey. Calling hours are December 5th at Elliott, Woodworth, Rogers Family Funeral Home at 35 Green Street, Newburyport, MA from 4 to 6 p.m. The reception will be held directly after at the Winner's Circle at 211 Elm Street, Salisbury, MA. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Merrimack River Feline Rescue at mrfrs.org.



1 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Seabrook - Burton Russell Dow, Jr., 75, a resident of Seabrook, NH and Salisbury, MA, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Friday, November 15, 2024. Born in Amesbury, MA to the late Burton Russell and Bernice Andree (L'Heureux) Dow, Burton was a graduate of Newburyport High School and then went on to receive his bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He was the owner of Dow Seafood in Seabrook, NH. Burton was a member of the Elks in Newburyport. He was an avid golfer and a former member of Ould Newbury and was also a former member of the Lions Club in Salisbury. The widow of Susan Marie (Garvey) Dow, family members include his sons, Matthew Dow and his wife, Christina of New York and Patrick Dow and his wife Regina of Wakefield, MA. He is also survived by his two sisters: Denise Nolan and Tammie Carney and two grandchildren, Noah and Molly. Burton was predeceased by his sister Eileen Beevers. Relatives and friends are invited to a Funeral Mass on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Mission Church,1 Lowell St, Seabrook, NH. Everyone is asked to meet directly at the church. There are no calling hours. To send an online condolence, please go to www.breenfuneral home.com.



1 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - Irene S. (Lysik) Plouff, of Newburyport, MA, passed away peacefully in Newmarket, New Hampshire on November 11, 2024, at the age of 96. She was born in Amesbury, Massachusetts on January 4, 1928. Irene was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, known for her kindness, compassion and remarkable sense of humor. Irene was predeceased by husband Raymond L. Plouff who passed away in 2018, as well as her parents Paul and Josephine Lysik, her 5 sisters; Annie Darbyshire, Helen Koch, Julie Lysik, Frannie Chouinard, and Pauline Lysik, and 1 brother; John Lysik, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Carol and her husband Ron Leary and her son Stephen Plouff and his wife Roxanne. Irene's family was the center of her world. She was very proud of her granddaughter, Tina, and her husband, Ryan Duntley. Her great grandsons, Nick and Josh Duntley, brought her endless joy and were a source of great pride. She also leaves behind numerous generations of nieces, nephews and cousins, and extended family that she loved dearly. Throughout her long and fulfilling life, Irene was known for her unwavering kindness and her ability to bring joy and laughter to those around her. Her presence was a source of comfort and happiness, and she touched the lives of many with her gentle spirit and warm heart. Irene found joy in simple pleasures and hobbies that reflected her creative spirit. She was an avid bowler. As a talented artist, she loved painting and drawing and was a skilled quilter. Her artistic endeavors were not only a testament to her creativity but also a way to connect with others and share her warmth and humor. Irene's legacy is one of love and laughter, and she will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched, a testament to a life well-lived and a spirit that will never be forgotten. In honoring Irene's memory, her family invites those who knew her to remember the joy she brought into their lives and to celebrate the remarkable strong woman she was. Her spirit will live in the hearts of those she touched, and her memory will be cherished forever. A period of visitation will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Highland Chapel of Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury, MA, followed by a memorial service at the funeral home at 11 a.m. The family will have a private burial in the Spring of 2025 at St. Joseph Cemetery in Amesbury, MA, where she will be laid to eternal rest.



27 Nov 2024 at 4:00pm
Parkville - Lisen Ruth Noyes passed away November 25, 2024, at Oak Crest Senior Living in Parkville, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, on March 18, 1942, Lisen was the daughter of F. Leigh Noyes and Louisa C. (Pike) Noyes. Her name was from a nickname for her Swedish grandmother. Kingston, NH, was her home from 2003 until 2018, when she moved to Maryland to be near her first great-grandchild, but around that time it was determined that she had Parkinson's Disease. With strong family connections, she loved Plum Island and Newburyport, and enjoyed knitting, crossword puzzles, Scrabble, music, baking cookies, time with family, especially the little ones, and romantic movies. Lisen is survived by her son, William A. Hallett II, and his wife Elizabeth of Kingston, NH; granddaughter Rachel L. Kendzejeski and her husband Paul, plus their boys (her great-grandsons) Jensen and Trevor, all from Forest Hill, MD. She's also survived by brother Harvey L. Noyes and his wife Joyce of Towson, MD; sister Susan Scarborough and husband Lee of Jarrettsville, MD; sister Charlotte Noyes and husband Clark Watkins of Carmel, CA; and many nieces and nephews. She's also survived by her step grandson Patrick Kelly of Salisbury, MA, and his sons Josh and David; step granddaughter Aileen Wilson and her husband Jesse of Chesapeake, VA; and many friends from New Hampshire to Maryland. A celebration of life will take place in the springtime at the Evans Funeral Chapel, Parkville, MD, with a graveside ceremony in Oak Hill Cemetery in Newburyport, sometime after. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested in Lisen's name to the Parkinson's Foundation.



26 Nov 2024 at 4:00pm
Colts Neck - Robert "Bob" Eugene Wiltz, of Colts Neck, NJ, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in Shrewsbury, NJ. He is survived by his wife, Ann (Flaherty) Wiltz, children Melissa Sciarrillo and her husband Anthony, James Wiltz and his wife Raphaela, Thomas Darrough, Jana Schroeder, and Julie Zilke and his grandchildren Dylan and Sean Sciarrillo, Maximilian and Philipp Wiltz. A Celebration of Bob's life will be held in early 2025, details to be announced. Please visit Bongarzone Funeral Home's website for more information at www.bongarzonefuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be placed with https://www.ourhousenj.org/donate/.


26 Nov 2024 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - William Donald Desmond passed away November 15, 2024. Bill was born August 30th 1926 in Newburyport to John and Flora (Plante) Desmond. Bill enlisted in the US Army Air Corp immediately after graduating from Newburyport High School. He was very proud of his WWII service. William married Dorothy Fournier on September 1949 and had just celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary. Bill and Dot enjoyed many years of retirement on the golf course. He left behind his wife Dorothy and 3 children: Michael (Janice), Robert (Jody), and Gail (Doug) Packer; 4 grandchildren: Michael Packer, Tracey Desmond, Robert W. Desmond, and Samantha Desmond; 4 great grandchildren, Ryen Dai, Finnley, and Gennes Packer, and Jayden Locke; as well as his sister June Nichols. He was predeceased by his parents, his brother John and sister Jacquline Dobson. There will be no services per request of his family.The Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home 193 High St. Newburyport, MA 01950 is assisting Mr. Desmond's family with his arrangements. To offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com



26 Nov 2024 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - Katherine Cecelia (Gurczak) Stanwood, age 78, lifelong resident of Newburyport, passed peacefully in the loving surroundings of her daughter's home in Seabrook, NH, after a period of declining health. She was the devoted wife of Ronald D. Stanwood, who passed on March 3, 2020. Born in Newburyport, January 6, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Madeline (Wile) Gurczak and was a graduate of Newburyport High School. Katherine was a Clerk of Courts for the Newburyport District Court, a position she embraced wholeheartedly. She leaves behind her two daughters, Robin Wile of Newburyport and Holly Reardon and her husband Joseph, Sr. of Seabrook, NH; her grandchildren, whom she loved with all her heart, Neah, Michael and wife Micaela, Elizabeth, Joseph and Megan; her great-grandchildren, who held a special place in her heart, Niveah, Joseph, Tanner, Ava, and Ryker, along with extended family, and many dear friends throughout her life A Funeral Mass will be held at the Immaculate Conception Church, Green Street, Newburyport on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 11 A.M. followed by burial at St. Mary's Cemetery, Newburyport, where she will be laid to eternal rest next to her beloved husband, Ronald. Arrangements were by Elliott, Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green Street, Newburyport, MA 01950.



24 Nov 2024 at 4:00pm
Merrimac - Jeffrey W. Hoyt, 79, a lifelong resident of Merrimac and former community leader passed away Saturday, November 16 at Avita of Newburyport after a period of declining health. Born in Merrimac, he was the son of the late, George R. and Ruby (Stuart) Hoyt and was raised on the family farm. He attended Merrimac public schools and was a Graduate of Pentucket Regional High School Class of 1963. He then continued his education at Bridgewater State College receiving his Bachelor's degree in History. Mr. Hoyt was employed at the Burlington High School for over forty years where he taught History and was Chairman of the Social Studies Department. His passion and love of his community was the basis for his life's work. A three term Selectman in the town of Merrimac, Mr. Hoyt was involved in the restoration of the Sawyer House and worked on the creation of the Merrimac Town Museum. He was also on the Library Board of Trustees and President of Merrimac Town Improvement Board; he also wrote two books on the local history of Merrimac – Mr. Hoyt loved his town and its people and served them well. The family wishes to thank Avita of Newburyport for their kindness and compassion shown to their brother during his stay. Mr. Hoyt is survived by his brother George W. Hoyt of Merrimac, and several nieces and nephews, Carl S. Martin and his wife Jennie of Amesbury, George R. Hoyt, II of Merrimac and Darrin Bentley and his wife, Sheila of Rumdford, ME. He was predeceased by his sister, Constance Hoyt and step-brother, Charlie Hannon. As per Mr. Hoyt's request, services are private. Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St., Haverhill. Please visit ww.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.



24 Nov 2024 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - Dianne Lee Perron, age 72, passed away November 19, 2024 at the Baker-Katz Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Haverhill, MA. She was born June 3, 1952 in Newburyport, MA, daughter of the late Joseph Edward Pelletier and Irene C. (Davis) Pelletier. Dianne grew up in Newburyport, MA and was one of seven children in her family. At a young age, she received a ride from Ronald Perron aka "Hunka" on his bicycle and the rest is history. They were aged 17 and 18 when they got married on November 14, 1970 and had three children together. They raised their young family in Newburyport, MA and then moved to Amesbury, MA around 1995. Dianne worked for Gould Shawmut for several years before devoting herself to her husband and children at home. Later, she returned to work at Accutek where she retired from in quality control. Above everything, Dianne loved Hunka, her children, siblings and especially her grandchildren. She cherished family gatherings, having fried clams at Park Lunch in Newburyport, and playing Bingo. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her siblings, Stephen E. Pelletier, Patti Jo Pelletier, and Joan "Joanie" M. Eaton. Dianne is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Idalia Perron, daughter and son-in-law, Angela Keene-Perron and the late Chris Keene, son and daughter-in-law, Matthew and Krisztina Perron, six grandchildren, Zachary Keene-Perron and wife, Rachael, Anton Keene-Perron and wife, Taylor, Raymond Perron and his companion, Amber, Ramsess Perron, Zsofia Perron and Matthew Perron, 1 great grandson, Damien Keene Perron, sister, Irene I. Cox and her husband, Ronald aka "Ripper", brother, John H. Pelletier aka "Butch" and his wife, Sheila, brother, Michael A. Pelletier, sister-in-law, Trisha Pelletier and numerous extended family members. There are no calling hours. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Cemetery, Newburyport, MA. A reception celebration of her life will follow at Pita Hall, 8 Plum Island Turnpike, Newbury, MA. For more information, please visit www.brewittfuneralhome.com.

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