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10 Jan 2025 at 1:15pm
The Official Blog of Social Security

10 Jan 2025 at 3:00pm
Do you need an original Social Security number or a replacement Social Security card? We offer a faster and more convenient way for you to start – and possibly finish – the application online. When you visit our  Social Security number and card page, we’ll ask you a few questions to determine the best way […]

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 […]

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13 Jan 2025 at 4:01pm

Nomination Papers for the May 13, 2025 Town Election will be available at the Town Clerk's Office starting January 15

12 Dec 2024 at 11:16am

Merrimack Valley Transit (MeVa) is now hiring for bus operators.

4 Dec 2024 at 12:41pm

The 2024 Recycling passes expire on December 31st.

2 Dec 2024 at 5:17pm
Town of SalisburyPublic Hearing Notice

 

 

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14 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
NEWBURYPORT — Although another $22,000 may be needed to make it happen, Newburyport Livable Streets is promising to have its new three-year bike-share pilot program rolling this spring.


14 Jan 2025 at 3:39pm
AMESBURY — As kids and teens hunker down for another frigid New England winter, the Amesbury Public Library is encouraging them to crack open their favorite books and get reading during its annual winter reading program.


14 Jan 2025 at 3:00pm
NEWBURYPORT — Historian Rebecca Brenner Graham will visit “The Morning Show” on Thursday to discuss her forthcoming book “Dear Miss Perkins: A Story of Frances Perkins’s Efforts to Aid Refugees from Nazi Germany” (Kensington, 2025).



14 Jan 2025 at 2:06pm
SALISBURY — As part of its Monday meeting, the Board of Selectmen recognized the dedication of two retiring local legends from the Salisbury Fire Department, Steve Lesage and Mike Reusch.


14 Jan 2025 at 11:14am
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14 Jan 2025 at 10:19am
NEWBURY — No one was injured after a Monday morning bathroom fire on Orchard Street, according to local firefighters.



14 Jan 2025 at 10:19am
NEWBURYPORT — Although freezing temperatures may be slowing things down, a Mark Richey Woodworking official said cleanup of hydraulic fluid sprayed on local houses by the company's wind turbine earlier this month is making progress.



14 Jan 2025 at 7:00am
AMESBURY — Hoping to improve reading skills in an exciting and stress-free environment, the Amesbury Public Library recently brought back its Read to a Dog program.



13 Jan 2025 at 6:00pm
NEWBURYPORT — Bundles of discarded Christmas trees met their makers, so to speak, on Saturday when they were shoved into a wood chipper and transformed into mulch that attendees of Historic New England’s first-ever Chipfest could take home.



13 Jan 2025 at 2:15pm
AMESBURY — A Newburyport District Court judge on Monday ordered Amesbury City Councilor Steve Stanganelli to perform 30 hours of community service for jumping on the hood of a vehicle during a Nov. 2 rolling Donald Trump rally through Market…



13 Jan 2025 at 9:00am
NEWBURYPORT — Starting tonight (Monday), the City Council will begin deliberating Zeta InSite’s plan to turn the former Brown School into senior affordable housing, when it receives a measure asking to sell the property off as surplus.


13 Jan 2025 at 8:27am
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14 Jan 2025 at 7:30am
BOSTON — Massachusetts Republican Party Chair Amy Carnevale overcame opposition Saturday to win reelection to another term.


14 Jan 2025 at 5:00am
BOSTON -- Gov. Maura Healey is facing a firestorm over revelations that the state didn't conduct criminal background checks on migrants in its emergency shelter system.



13 Jan 2025 at 2:00pm
The opioid epidemic has affected tens of thousands of people across Massachusetts, and later this year, vehicles on the state’s roadways will be able to offer reminders that survivors and grieving families are all around us.


12 Jan 2025 at 4:00am
BOSTON — Beacon Hill budget-writers agreed Thursday to plan for a 2.2% increase in state tax revenue available to spend in the upcoming budget cycle, a modest outlook that will be boosted by growing surtax dollars that can be directed…



11 Jan 2025 at 4:00am
DANVERS — Northeast Arc, a not-for-profit organization that helps children and adults with disabilities and autism become full participants in the community, has named Jeanne Russo as its next Chief Operating Officer (COO). Russo started on Jan. 6.



11 Jan 2025 at 4:00am
Essex County Greenbelt officials recently announced its eighth annual film and lecture series, this year focused on “Nature at Night,” will take place from January to March at multiple venues across Essex County. The series features a diverse lineup of…



10 Jan 2025 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — Gov. Maura Healey has ordered inspections of state-run homeless shelters after a 28-year-old migrant was arrested at a Revere hotel with a banned 'assault' rifle and a stash of narcotics.


10 Jan 2025 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — While some Democrats will be skipping Donald Trump's inauguration, most of the state's all-Democratic congressional delegation are planning to attend the event.


10 Jan 2025 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — UnitedHealth Insurance and affiliated companies were ordered to pay $165 million in restitution for engaging in deceptive sales schemes against Massachusetts residents, Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced.



9 Jan 2025 at 11:09am
METHUEN — The MSPCA at Nevins Farm is waiving fees for dozens of ducks, chickens, goats, sheep, and pigs on Saturday as it looks to free up much-needed space to help animals it expects to take in during the cold…


9 Jan 2025 at 5:00am
HAVERHILL — The regional planning commission has been awarded nearly $1.2 million by the federal government for the early stages of a project to "reimagine" Route 110 in the area.



8 Jan 2025 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — Gov. Maura Healey signed a pair of bills Wednesday aimed at lowering prescription drug costs and improving the state's oversight of hospitals in response to Steward Health Care System's financial meltdown.


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10 Jan 2025 at 2:45pm
CONCORD, N.H. — New Hampshire’s highest court on Friday upheld a judge’s dismissal of civil rights complaints against a white nationalist group that prosecutors say trespassed when it displayed without a permit “Keep New England White” banners from an overpass…



2 Jan 2025 at 6:37pm
The FBI now says that the pickup truck driver responsible for a deadly rampage in New Orleans acted alone. Officials said Wednesday that they were seeking additional potential suspects in an attack being investigated as an act of terrorism. But…



1 Jan 2025 at 6:47pm
Authorities say a driver wrought carnage on New Orleans’ famed French Quarter early on New Year’s Day, killing 15 people as he rammed a pickup truck into a crowd before being shot to death by police. Dozens of people were…



31 Dec 2024 at 6:30am
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The right frame can freeze a moment in time, creating meaning for the masses from a fist pump over a bloodied ear, a bridge crumbled by a ship, towns shredded by nature, and a victory sealed…



31 Dec 2024 at 6:00am
Stepping onto the set of "Squid Game" season two, Lee Jung-jae felt like he had never left.


31 Dec 2024 at 5:00am
A recent immigration surge brought newcomers to every state this year, helping to offset a continued drop in U.S. births while contributing to a national upswing of about 3.3 million new residents, according to new U.S. Census Bureau estimates.



31 Dec 2024 at 4:00am
Laurie Essig started receiving texts this year asking whether she was the gender studies professor at Middlebury College. When she responded that she was and then asked who was sending the messages, the replies startled her.



29 Dec 2024 at 4:54pm
Former President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100, after more than a year in hospice care. He was a Georgia peanut farmer who sought to restore trust in government as president and then built a reputation for…



27 Dec 2024 at 5:00am
New data shows holiday sales rose this year even as Americans wrestled with still high prices in many grocery necessities and other financial worries. According to Mastercard SpendingPulse, holiday sales from the beginning of November through Christmas Eve climbed 3.8%,…



26 Dec 2024 at 6:30am
Hang onto those stocking-stuffer lottery tickets. The Mega Millions jackpot has surpassed $1 billion after no ticket matched all six numbers drawn on Christmas Eve. That means the estimated jackpot for Friday’s drawing is $1.15 billion, potentially the fifth largest…


26 Dec 2024 at 6:00am
Oregon authorities say a house cat died after eating raw frozen pet food that tested positive for bird flu. The Oregon Department of Agriculture says the indoor cat contracted the H5N1 virus by eating the pet food. In response, Oregon-based…



26 Dec 2024 at 5:30am
Blake Lively's claims that “It Ends With Us” director and co-star Justin Baldoni unleashed a smear campaign against her have gained support from a new lawsuit that Baldoni's former publicist filed against him. The lawsuit was filed Tuesday in New…



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14 Jan 2025 at 10:12am
Like it or not, anybody in the CAL pushing the Newburyport boys this year is significant news.



13 Jan 2025 at 5:00am
Boys Scoring



13 Jan 2025 at 1:00am
Most around New England think Mike Vrabel and immediately harken back to the glory days with three championships in four years.



12 Jan 2025 at 8:00pm
Two of the best wrestlers in our area will need to make more room in their trophy cases.



12 Jan 2025 at 6:00pm
Tom Comeau is in his 12th year coaching the Amesbury boys basketball team.



11 Jan 2025 at 4:45pm
NEWBURYPORT — Saturday was a rough one for the Triton hockey team.



10 Jan 2025 at 10:45pm
NEWBURYPORT — The Newburyport girls basketball team wanted to make amends.



10 Jan 2025 at 5:00am
Editors note: Below is a list of the top-5 area athletes in each winter track event. In an effort to recognize more athletes from our area, this is NOT a top-5 times list, as it was last year. Only an…


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14 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
FOXBOROUGH — The last time I walked out of a New England Patriots press conference feeling like I did on Monday was Jan. 21, 1993.



13 Jan 2025 at 1:00am
Most around New England think Mike Vrabel and immediately harken back to the glory days with three championships in four years.



The Daily News of Newburyport: Obituaries
14 Jan 2025 at 5:19pm
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12 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Exeter - With much sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Susan (Barbaro) Gove on Sept 17, 2024. While traveling in Europe, Susan succumbed to a cardiac arrest despite the valiant efforts of the doctors and staff at St Thomas' Hospital in London. Susan was the youngest child of Nancy (Toothaker) and John Barbaro. She is survived by her sister, Christine and husband, Judson Ludeking of So Hampton NH, and brother, Wayne and wife, Nancy J. (Courage) Barbaro of Salisbury MA. Susie had settled into condo living in Exeter NH and was loved by all she met. It didn't take much to make her smile and she worked hard to make all around her happy, especially her Thursday and Friday condo groups. Susie will be forever remembered by many nieces and nephews; Kelly and husband John Doherty; Amanda Ludeking; Jessica Stevens; Katherine and husband Roberto Pinto; Casey (Barbaro) and husband Tyley Bzdak; Adam Barbaro and wife Bethany; and grandnieces; Gracie and Riley Doherty; Quinn, Harper and Clementine Stevens; Mackenzie Barbaro; and grandnephew, Robbie Pinto. She was predeceased by her nephew, Andrew Barbaro. Susie attended and graduated from Amesbury High School, class of 1971, and graduated from White Pines College where she pursued her love of photography and media arts. She went on to work in the family business doing advertising, customer relations and working in the plant, making many friends of her co-workers. A quiet soul, Suzie spent many hours building "extreme" Lego models, knitting and spending time with her many nieces and nephews. In her younger days, she loved coaching softball and was a mentor to numerous young ladies. Recently Suzie became our "hero" by spending many months with our aging parents, caring for them with love and kindness, putting her own life on hold while serving them. Susie holds a special place in our families' hearts. We will miss her dearly. There will be no services at this time as we try to find the appropriate way to honor her life.



12 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Hampton - Yoko (Yoshida) Kelleher passed away on January 9, 2025 at the age of 92. She was born on February 23, 1932 in Nobeoka City, Japan (Kyushu) to Isamu Yoshida and Misako (Watanabe) Yoshida. She met and married SMSgt Gerald Francis Kelleher on August 17, 1959 who preceded her in death on December 20, 1975. She is survived by two sons, Michael Francis and wife, Lisa of Valrico, Florida and Jeffrey Lee and wife Shaney of Lehi, Utah and was blessed with eight beautiful grandchildren, Stacey Waltzer and husband, Bryan, Heather Kelleher, Aimee Collins and husband, Ronald Gene Jr., Andrew Kelleher and wife Jayme, Samantha Kelleher, Stephen Allen and wife Abby, Danielle Franco and husband Alfredo (Fredo), and Katie Allen. She also leaves six amazing great-grandchildren, Ronald Gene Collins, III, Summer Rae Collins, Raylan Kelleher, Nathan Franco, Mila Franco and Marcus Franco. She loved her family deeply and her greatest joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also loved to cook their favorite Japanese meals when they came to visit and always had sweets in the freezer. She had a passion for bingo and lady luck was always on her side, and many longtime friendships were made. She will forever be in our hearts. "I love you today" A graveside service and burial will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newburyport. Arrangements are made by Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury, MA.



9 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Amesbury - Wayne Gardner, 78, of Amesbury, passed away surrounded by his loving family on December 31, 2024. Wayne was born in Amesbury to Raymond A. Gardner and Zelma F. (Slye) Gardner. The family moved to Newburyport where he grew up and attended the Kelley School and Newburyport High. He served six years in the U.S. Coast Guard and upon discharge accepted a job at The Newburyport Daily News starting as a truck driver and quickly moving into a management position in the Circulation Department where he worked for many years and eventually met his wife Linda. They shared 31 years of marriage together creating many special memories. Wayne was an animal lover and had many interests including the New England Patriots, motorcycles, metal detecting, classic cars, collecting western memorabilia especially Hopalong Cassidy and Bob Steele. He also had a passion for Doo Wop music and could tell you everything about the song and the artist. He also enjoyed drives to the White Mountains, Vermont and the Seacoast. Wayne's kindness, generosity and sense of humor touched everyone who knew him. His friends and family will miss his smile, his sense of humor and his many stories. He will be deeply missed by his devoted wife Linda (Laflamme) Gardner, nieces Kirsten Crosby and partner Rick Ellsmore; Kim Crosby and husband Rich Wilbur; brother-in-law, Atty. Gerard Laflamme and wife Gina; Sister-in-Law Maureen (Laflamme) Anderson and husband, Jim; brother-in-law, Richard Laflamme and wife Laura; Sister-in-law Karen (Laflamme) Antczak and husband Andrew; Sister-in Law Joanne (Laflamme) Saunders and husband Mark as well as many nieces and nephews by marriage along with close friends, Ray, Gunner, Paul and Matt. He was pre-deceased by his parents Ray and Zelma Gardner as well as his sister Carole (Gardner) Crosby and brother, Ron. Services will be held privately for the family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the MSPCA or any animal shelter or foundation. Arrangements were by Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury, MA 01913.



9 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Sebastian - Mary A. Royan, 92, of Sebastian, FL, passed away peacefully on Oct. 31, 2024 with her family by her side. She was born on May 3, 1932 to John and Cecelia Olsav in Freeland, PA. During Mary's early years she worked as a Bell Atlantic phone operator in Wilmington, DE. In 1958 she met and married the love of her life, William J. Royan, Jr. ("Bunky") who was a native of Newburyport and where they would eventually live as a family for 38 years until moving to Sebastian, FL in 2010. Some of Mary's many interests were baking, reading, puzzles, crocheting and gardening. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, William J. Royan, Jr., her parents John and Cecelia Olsav, her brothers, John, Jr., Joseph, and Bernard Olsav, and her sister, Wanda Gillespie. Mary is survived by her son, Douglas Royan of Osterville, MA and her daughter Darlene Tyndall (Alan) of Hillsborough, NC; three granddaughters; four great-grandchildren; and many relatives and friends. Mary will be laid to rest next to her husband at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetary in Bear, DE. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the VNA & Hospice Foundation, Vero Beach, FL., foundation.vnatc.com.



8 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Salisbury - Mary "Joan" (Corey) Tindle, aged 90, passed away at her home on January 4, 2025. She is survived by her son, Doug and his wife, Julie of Milton, Georgia and her daughter-in-law, Joanne Tindle of Salisbury. She was a loving grandmother to Robert and wife, Kayla, William and wife, Kristina, Michael, Jack, George and Lauren; and great-grandmother to Stella, Lillian and Quinn. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 58 years, Robert F. Tindle, as well as her loving sons, Robert F. Tindle, Jr. and Jonathan M. Tindle. Joan was born in Newburyport in 1934 to Arthur and Helen (Quill) Corey. She was the sister to Dick Corey, Ginger Beaton, Kathy Boothroyd, and Susanne Gallagher. She was a graduate of Newburyport High School and then worked at the Bell Telephone Company before getting married. She then managed her husband's small business while raising her 3 boys. Her greatest joy was being a mom and would do anything for her children. She loved gardening, knitting, the beach and was an avid reader. Joan spent significant time pursing these activities at her family's cottage on Plum Island each summer. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital via stjude.org or a charity of the donor's choice in memory of Joan Tindle. A private service will be held Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. at Elliott, Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green Street, Newburyport, followed by burial at St. Mary's Cemetery, Newburyport.



7 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Barrington - It is will a heavy heart that we have to say goodbye to this Navy Veteran who had proudly served on the USS Cape Cod from 1982-1986; brother, life partner, foster father, grandfather, brother and friend. After discharge from the Navy, he went on to his career at Labels, Inc. from 1987 to 2024. Doug enjoyed fishing, spending time with his family, as well as fond memories of summers spent at Lake Winnipesaukee. He is survived by his long time friend and partner, Stacy Randall; step daughter Blythe Denoncourt and granddaughter, Brynleigh; foster son Jesse Gullotti; sister Donna and her husband Harrison Beckman, and niece Lauren Beckman; supportive and long time friend David St. Onge; as well many extended family members near and far. Doug was predeceased by his father, G. Douglas Dowie; mother Adrienne "Andy" Hall and stepfather Willard "Will" Hall; as well as partner Diane Collette, with whom he enjoyed many years on Plum Island. By Purdy Funeral Services, Dover NH, with a heartfelt thank you A celebration of life will be planned by the family at a later date.



7 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - Christopher Owen Joblon, a devoted father, partner, and Newburyport resident, passed away on November 15, 2024 at the age of 68. Chris's life revolved around a love for family, friends, and community. He had a passion for history, travel, and the great outdoors. Above all, his love for music and playing his guitar will forever be a core memory for everyone who knew him. Growing up in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, Chris developed a multitude of lifelong friendships. After spending a few years in Louisiana where he graduated from Tulane University, Chris explored various parts of the country before settling in New England. His sharp mind and collaborative approach to building solutions was well applied to his careers at Lotus and IBM, but Chris balanced his keen intellect with a gentle, loving energy which he shared with those around him. His genuine concern for others was grounded in his belief that empathy in life was essential to living well. Chris and his love, Linda Bogdanoff, spent the past fifteen years in Newburyport where they shared parenting and grand-parenting privileges. Chris is survived by his two beloved children- his daughter, Caitlyn Clark, her husband, Stephen, and their children, Madison and Benjamin, and his son, Christopher Joblon II, his wife, Sylvia, and their children, Domi, Alex, and Atalaya. His loss is also shared by his extended family, Skylar and Aaron Henderson and Hannah and Liam White and their children, Emme, Levi, and Marlowe. Chris is survived by his stepmother, Dolores Joblon, his sister, Kathy Wenz and her husband, Rich Rauer, and children Clinton and Bill Wenz, his brother, Larry Joblon, and his wife, Diane and their son Ryan, and his stepsister, Nina Manzo, her husband, Jay, and their children, Teo and Adlai. The void left in our world is immense but as a family, we will honor Chris by carrying on his kindness towards all and his fierce love of family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider giving to one of Chris's favorite charities, The Greater Boston Food Bank https://my.gbfb.org or The World Central Kitchen https://www.wck.org or any charity of your own choosing. McDonald-Finnegan-Anderson Funeral Home, Stoneham www.mcdonalfs.com



7 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Merrimac - Dorothy Diane Germanowski (Known to all as, "Diane") passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday afternoon, surrounded by family members. She succumbed to a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. Diane was an interior designer and taught History at Salem State College. She also was a top selling realtor for over 20 years, selling many homes in the Amesbury/Newburyport and Southern New Hampshire area. Diane was a graduate of Endicott College and held a master's degree from Salem State College. She also was a teaching assistant in a Doctoral program in History at Boston University. Diane was the daughter of Thomas and Priscilla Cloutman of Danvers and later, Amesbury. She leaves behind her husband of 30 years, Glen Germanowski, her adult children, Thomas Marzerka, Asheley Baney, and Curtis Marzerka. She also is survived by her stepchildren, Erin Germanowski, Lisa Germanowski Manni, and Ben Germanowski, and six grandchildren, Ryland and Emmaline Marzerka, Fae Tyler, Bella Becotte, and Rosalie and Aaron Manni. She excelled at everything she did and was loved by all. She was a very loving Mother and Stepmom. The wake will be from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm on Friday, January 10 at the Paul C. Rogers Funeral Home at 2 Hillside Ave. in Amesbury. The funeral service will take place at 11 am on Saturday, January 11, at the funeral home. Burial will be delayed and scheduled in the Spring.



5 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - Victoria Mary Elizabeth Ann Carr, 79, of Newburyport, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Avita of Newburyport. She is survived by her loving son Michael Carr, of Ipswich., her sister Lisa of North Carolina, her brother John and his wife Linda, and their two daughters Kristen and Jennifer, of Colorado. Vicki was predeceased by her older sister Cristina of North Carolina, and her wonderful dog Harvey. Surviving family members are Cristina's husband Larry Roger Ammons of North Carolina and their three children, Laura Duarte of Texas and Beth Ammons and John Ammons of North Carolina. Vicki was born at the Brooklyn, NY Episcopal Hospital on the 29th of May, 1945 to Second Lieutenant Leland E. Carr and Cristina Schroeder Carr. At that time the family lived at Fort Hamilton, NY where Lt. Carr was assigned. Vicki lived in many places after Ft. Hamilton including Japan, three places in Germany, Ft. Dix (NJ), Ft. Benning (GA), Ft. Hood (TX), and Albany (NY) while her father was in Korea. She graduated from Vincentian Institute in Albany with a Regents Diploma. She then attended Rosary Hill College in Buffalo for two years and graduated from the State University at Albany with Bachelor degrees in Education and English. In 1972, Vicki received a Masters Degree in Urban Studies and Community Development from Trinity University in San Antonio, TX, and then worked for the City of San Antonio. Thereafter Vicki moved to Atlanta to work with the DeKalb County Planning Department, to Western Massachusetts and finally, in 1978, to Newburyport, which she absolutely loved from the moment she arrived. She planned and implemented the Commonwealth's first scattered-site elderly housing development and joint city/county multi-purpose human services center. She also had vast experience in Section 8 and LIHTC compliance ensuring regulatory compliance for many multi-family properties. As a private consultant she assisted in obtaining Community Development Block Grants and other funding for community senior center development, infrastructure improvements and housing rehabilitation. Vicki made many contributions to social and environmental justice in general, and to the Newburyport community in particular, including her commitment to C-10, as Secretary of the ACES board, as a member of the YWCA Greater Newburyport Board and her long-term commitment to anti-racism work. There is so much more. Vicki loved to travel and was an avid reader, but her true passion was sailing and her happiest happiest moments were sailing with friends on the Massachusetts shore off of the American Yacht Club. She was a remarkable woman with a heart of gold. In her own way she met everyone with an unparalleled kindness and patience. She was always the person you could call when you needed a word of wisdom, a trivia fact or just someone to vent to. No matter what she was doing she always made time to make sure everyone was cared for. Vicki really admired former President Carter who also recently passed away. They both volunteered for Habitat For Humanity, they shared a commitment to honesty, to helping others and will both be buried on Thursday, January 9th. Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at the Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home, 193 High St., Newburyport, MA 01950. Her Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Immaculate Conception Church followed by burial at St. Mary's Cemetery, both in Newburyport. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com



5 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Charlestown - Diane Legg of Charlestown, MA passed away peacefully on December 30th in Harrison, ME surrounded by much love and family. Known as a fierce cancer patient advocate and non-profit fundraiser for lung cancer research, Diane was a much beloved and loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend. She will be greatly missed by many. Diane Daniels was born on July 7, 1962, in Schenectady, NY to Twila and Dean Daniels. Diane graduated from Joel Barlow High School in CT in 1980. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Russell Sage College in Troy, NY in 1984. Diane spent most of her professional career with General Electric Co. She was a dynamic salesperson in the plastics industry. With GE, Diane lived in Southern California and Southern Florida, before returning to New England and living in Newton, MA. During this time, she also earned a Master of Business Administration from Northeastern University. Diane married David Legg on April 15, 1995, at Asylum Hill Church in Hartford, CT. Thereafter, Diane and Dave lived in the North End of Boston where Diane enjoyed frequenting her favorite local Italian restaurants. Diane found Dave his dream house and barn in Amesbury where they lived for 30 years. Diane gave birth to her first son, Dean in 1996. Two years later, good fortune continued with the blessing of the arrival of another baby boy, Cole. Diane continued her successful career with GE, including being named Salesperson of the Year. Diane always wanted to have a large family. After the loss of her son baby Daniel, Diane delivered her third son, William (Will), in 2003. Diane cultivated many new friendships in the Amesbury area to add to her growing sphere of love. Diane and family enjoyed many weekends and vacations with friends and family on Long Lake in Harrison, Maine where, if Diane was not on the beach or skiing, she was in the kitchen preparing breakfast, lunch, or dinner with love for their guests. In October 2004, at age 42, Diane was diagnosed with lung cancer and had her upper left lobe surgically removed. Despite the initial shock and the grim statistics associated with lung cancer, following adjunct chemotherapy, Diane was able to return to her energetic self as mother of three young boys. After 20 years with GE she "retired" to focus on lung cancer advocacy and fund raising. Moved by the death of her friend Sue Levinsky from lung cancer, Diane became very active with Lung Cancer Alliance and started the "Shine A Light" event to raise awareness for the underfunded disease during November, lung cancer awareness month. When stage IV lung cancer returned in 2006, Diane made it her mission to accomplish all she could in the time she had left. She ran 4 half marathons and continued to ski. Over the past 15 years, Diane became very well known among members of the Pan Mass Challenge community. She rode in 13 of the 2-day, 170-mile PMC bicycle rides and was a keynote speaker at 3 PMC events. She learned to pitch a baseball so that she could throw out the first pitch at a Red Sox game; and threw a strike! Diane's energy and enthusiasm was on full display when she played a night of the card game "45s" with friends or family. In recent years Diane also enjoyed many types of word games, crossword puzzles, video games and painting on her phone. Diane founded the non-profit LUNGstrong.org in 2011. As the president of the board, Diane, with the support of many friends and family have raised over $7 million including $5 million as part of the Pan-Mass Challenge for Dana Farber Cancer Institute and $2 million for Mass General Brigham Cancer Center from an annual 5K Race event. Throughout her life, she had the gift of making people feel like they were family. She was a spiritual person who was caring, humble and kind. Diane was recently predeceased by her parents, Twila Alice (MacPhee) and (Thomas) Dean Daniels and previously by her son, Daniel Richard Legg. She leaves behind her husband David Richard Legg currently residing in Charlestown, MA and their three sons Dean Robert Legg and recent fiancé Lucy Colarusso, Cole Crissman Legg, and William Donnelly Legg. She is also survived by her brother Thomas F. Daniels and sister-in-law Lori (Schneider) Daniels of Mammoth Lakes, CA, and her nephews Leo Daniels and Forest Daniels; her sister Elizabeth (Beth) Vossler and brother-in-law Christopher M. Vossler of West Hartford, CT, and her nephew Robert Vossler and his wife Carrie Vossler (Uhlein) and nieces, Sarah Vossler and Molly Vossler; and mother-in-law, Lorraine Legg. A memorial service for Diane Legg will be held at Central Congregational Church in Newburyport, MA at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025 and presided by Rev. Dr. Christopher P. Ney, Pastor. Donations in Diane's memory may be made at LUNGstrong.org or your favorite charitable organization.



5 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - Gordon Marshall, 86, of Newburyport, MA, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025, at his home with his family by his side. Born on October 5, 1938, in Newburyport, Gordon was the son of the late Joseph and Edith (Clough) Marshall. He was the beloved husband of Judith Marshall, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage. Gordon was the proud father of his two sons, Peter and Eric, loving daughters-in-law Kathy and Kim, and the adoring grandfather of his three granddaughters, Natalie, Kylie, and Erin. He is also survived by his sisters, Andrea and husband, Bruce Eaton, Sandra Gagnon, and Gloria Williams. He will be remembered by his in-laws, Paulene Marshall, Kathy Marshall, Najla Marshall, Pamela and Richard Murray, Ginger Beaton, and David Beaton, as well as his many nieces, nephews, and close friends. Gordon was an avid supporter of NHS athletics and loved to attend his granddaughters' sporting events whenever he could. Gordon graduated from Newburyport High School in 1958 and then went on to serve in the Army National Guard. He was a skilled carpenter taking pride in the many houses he built and remodeled throughout the local area. Family and friends may call from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at the Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home, 193 High St., Newburyport, MA 01950. Gordon's Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home following the calling hours at 2:30 with burial at Belleville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Marshall's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital online at www.stjude.org. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com.



2 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Amesbury - Dr. Kempton Evans Webb, PhD, died Sunday, October 13, 2024. He was 92 years old and led a full and happy life, married for 68 years and reunited with his beloved, the late Dr. Nancy Boyd Webb, DSW. Theirs was a Harvard/Radcliffe marriage; they met at a Harvard Glee Club/Radcliffe Choral Society rehearsal of the Boston Symphony's Romeo and Juliet by Hector Berlioz conducted by Charles Munch. After pursuing fruitful academic careers at Columbia University and at Fordham University respectively, they retired to coastal Massachusetts for 20 years after moving from the greater NYC area. Kempton was raised in Malden, MA, son of the late Margaret and Winthrop Webb. He earned his Bachelor's in Geology from Harvard College, Master's and PhD degrees in Geography from Syracuse University. Dr. Webb's passion for education was infectious, always inspiring people to pursue higher education, and he was a powerful storyteller who could transport any listener around the globe. He was Professor Emeritus at Columbia University, where he served for 28 years as Chairman of the Geography Department and as Director of the Institute of Latin American Studies. Prior to his academic career, he was a Research Analyst Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserve with the 454th Strategic Intelligence Unit where he served at the Pentagon for several summers while at Syracuse University. Summers in college took him to Alaska as a gold miner, Greenland working for the weather bureau, and to Peru as a mining geologist. His many roles in life included: professor, author, keynote speaker, television host, consultant, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend. He was a world traveler and was an expert on Brazil and Latin America. He wrote and co-wrote several books about that region of the world and was fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and French. He specialized in research on Brazilian droughts and floods and the Economic Geography of Food Supply of Belo Horizonte and Fortaleza Ceara. His books were published in the USA and in Brazil. He traveled to Alaska, Greenland, Mexico, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and all over the U.S. He read the N.Y. Times daily and discussed world events in depth. Dr. Webb had a greeting he utilized when meeting someone new, "Kempton's the name and Geography is my game." He was especially revered, among his family and close friends, for his whimsical and unique sense of humor. Kempton's family was the center of his life. He is reunited with his wife Nancy, who predeceased him in early 2023, his sister Martha Crommett Willett, predeceased him later in 2023, and his life-long friend (since Kindergarten), John Bowman who also passed in 2023. Kempton is survived by his daughter, Rachel Webb and husband William Scott of Newburyport, MA; his son, Scott Webb and wife Rosemary Webb of Hinesburg, Vermont; four grandchildren Katherine Scott and her fiancé Avery Rossow, Jennifer Scott, and Sophia and Preston Webb, four nephews: David Crommett, Peter Crommett, Stephen Crommett, and Christopher Crommett, a sister-in-law, Barbara Fedele, and two nieces, Angie Fedele and Oriana Fedele. In addition to his family, Kempton will be remembered by his many professional colleagues and hundreds of students whom he taught during his tenure at Columbia University. The Celebration of Life and burial service will be private.



2 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - Barbara A. (Kellett) Kane passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30, 2024 with her daughter and son-in-law by her side. Barbara was born in Lynn MA. on March 5, 1935 to Effie (Graham) and Earl Kellett. She attended school in Lynn, graduating from Lynn English High School in 1953. Barbara married Frank Kane in April 1956 and moved to Newburyport where they raised their four children. Barbara was a communicant at St Paul's Episcopal Church in Newburyport where she was an active member on the Alter Guild, as well as volunteering at the annual church fair. Barabar also knitted prayer shawls for sick parishioners. Barbara worked several jobs, including working in the coffee shop of the Anna Jacques hospital, then moving into the medical records department until her retirement in 2005. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening and knitting on her glider in her yard. She enjoyed vacationing in New Hampshire, staying at her favorite motel in North Conway, Junge's Motel. She also enjoyed many summers at her sister's cabin on Swain's lake in Barrington NH. Her most memorable vacation was her trip to Hawaii with her husband Frank for their 50th wedding anniversary. Barbara is survived by her children, Nancy Lazdowski and her husband Dawson of Newburyport, her son Tom and his wife, Maria from Sunrise, Florida, and her daughter Julie of Lynn. She has seven grandchildren, Nicole Christofaro and her husband Jayson of Pittsfield, MA, Jared Lazdowski of Conway, NH, Matthew Lazdowski of Newburyport, Emily Kane of Statesboro, Georgia, Caitlyn Kane of Amesbury, Tyler and Brendan Kane of Byfield, MA, five great-grandchildren, Aubrey and Hayley Piatti of Epsom, NH, Rylee Christofaro of Epsom, NH, Jonah and Averie of Conway, NH. Barbara was predeceased by her husband, Frank in 2019 and her son Stephen who recently passed away on December 13, 2024. Barbara's family would like to thank the staff at Brigham Manor in Newburyport for the care she received while she was a resident. They would also like to thank the ICU staff at the Anna Jacques hospital for their compassionate end of life care given to Barbara. Family and friends may call from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at the Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home, 193 High St., Newburyport, MA 01950, followed by her Graveside Service at Belleville Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Barbara's name to your favorite charity.



2 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Kingston - David James "Dave" Powers' Story David James "Dave" Powers, 65, of Kingston, NH, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, in Exeter, NH. Dave was born on November 28, 1959, in Bath, ME. David shared 35 wonderful years of marriage with his devoted wife, Debra Friede Powers. He was predeceased by his parents, George H. Powers and Ferne Ellen (Harriman) Powers and his brother, Gary Powers. He is lovingly remembered by his siblings, Jack Powers and his wife, Christine of Seabrook, NH; Laura Livellara of Holiday, FL; Daniel Powers and his wife, Grace of Pittson, ME; and Glenn Powers of Pittson, ME. David was also cherished by his many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and his dog, Pepper. A man of warmth, humor and intelligence, David had a gentle spirit that touched all who knew him. A lifelong fan of the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots, he found joy in cheering for his favorite teams. His passions included cross-country skiing, hiking, music (at one point was in a rock band as the base guitarist) astronomy, collecting baseball memorabilia, fishing, and stock investing. Among his most treasured moments were playing baseball with his nephews—a pastime that brought him immense happiness. David's life was marked by kindness and a deep care for those around him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends as they reflect on the love he shared and the joy he brought to their lives. May David's legacy bring comfort to all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA or American Cancer Society. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, January 5, 2025 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Elliott, Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green Street, Newburyport. A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery, Newburyport, where he will be laid to eternal rest. Although he is gone, he will never be forgotten.



1 Jan 2025 at 4:00pm
Topsfield - Elaine Crippen (Evangelist), 82, of Topsfield, beloved wife of Frank Crippen III, passed away peacefully on December 29th, 2024 in Burlington surrounded by her family. Born in Rome, New York, she was the daughter of the late Adolph and Mufalda (Mulga) Evangelist. Elaine was raised and educated in Rome and graduated from Rome Free Academy. She met her beloved husband, Frank, in Rome and then began their married life and family in Williamsport, PA. In 1978 they relocated to their home in Topsfield, Massachusetts. Elaine dedicated much of her early life to being a devoted homemaker, nurturing her three children, Frank IV, Lynn, and Christine, supporting them in all their endeavors. As they grew older, she pursued a fulfilling career as a secretary at Masconomet Regional High School, where she worked for 23 years, making lasting connections with students and staff alike. After retirement, Elaine was a strong pillar of her community in Topsfield. She volunteered her time at the Topsfield Library, the Box Top Shop, and served on the board to the Council of Aging of Topsfield. Her passion for caring for her community extended to her involvement in the Lost Children's Building at the Topsfield Fair, as a poll worker for elections, and at town meetings. Elaine was known for her active lifestyle; she cherished her daily walks, practiced yoga several times a week, and was an avid reader with a particular fondness for house plants. Elaine leaves behind her beloved husband of 61 years, Frank Crippen III, her children, Frank Crippen IV and his wife Jeanine of Morristown, NJ, Lynn Smith and her husband, Joseph of North Andover, and Christine Champeau and her husband David of Hudson, her grandchildren, Andrew Smith and his wife Elena, Robert Smith, Meghan Twomey and her husband Matt, Frank Crippen V and his fiancée, Christine Greik, Jennifer Champeau, and Kate Champeau, her great grandchild, Quinn Eloise, and her sister, Dolores Sweeney as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Rita Gugliemo and her brother, Robert Evangelist. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Elaine's funeral Mass which will be held at St. Rose of Lima Parish, 12 Park St,. Topsfield on Friday, January 3, 2025 at 12 P.M. (Noon) - Visiting hours will be held at St. Rose of Lima Parish, Friday, January 3, 2025 from 10 A.M. to 12 (noon) P.M. Burial will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery, Topsfield. Assisting the family with the arrangements is O'Donnell Cremations – Funerals – Celebrations, 167 Maple St., (Rte. 62) DANVERS. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Elaine's name to the Special Olympics, 1133 19th Street NW, 12th Floor, Washington, D.C. 20036 or at support.specialolympics.org. To share a memory, send flowers, or offer a condolence, please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com



29 Dec 2024 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - John was born in Boston to the late Dorothy (Roberts) Cobb and Thomas Lennox Sr. on May 15, 1942. If you knew Dad, then you know his love of "Life is Good" t-shirts and Newburyport, especially downtown and sitting at the boardwalk or the view from Joppa. In his earlier years you could find Dad at the Moose Club or Elks in Newburyport. Dad was a truck driver at places like Amesbury Chair in the 70's to Fairview Machine from the 70's to the early 90's. You may have said hello to him when he worked at Ann's Diner in Salisbury. Dad leaves behind a son, John Lennox Jr. and wife Jill of Hampton Falls, NH; daughter, Stefanie Lennox of Amesbury, Ma; and step daughter Bonnie Lanseigne and husband Arthur of Fremont, NH; four grandchildren, Christopher and Brian Lanseigne, Connor and Katie Lennox, all of New Hampshire. Being one of 10 there was never been a dull moment growing up and he leaves behind sisters, Beverly Ansaldi and husband Michael of Florida, Marie Beal of New Hampshire, Linda Skinner and husband John of New Hampshire and Robert Lennox Sr. of Amesbury. Dad was predeceased by siblings, Mary Lennox, Patricia Searles, Sandra Searles, William Lennox, and Thomas Lennox. Family and friends may call from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at the Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home, 193 High St., Newburyport, MA 01950. His Services and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in Jon's name to the Alzheimer's Association. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com.

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