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2019 Novel Coronavirus
19 May 2022 at 10:05am
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.

25 Jun 2022 at 1:47pm
CDC COVID Data Tracker - Cases and Deaths by State

24 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
CDC recommends everyone ages 5 years and older get vaccinated against COVID-19. Everyone ages 12 years and older should also get a COVID-19 booster shot.

24 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is an mRNA vaccine that requires 2 shots, 28 days apart. Learn about safety data, efficacy, and clinical trial demographics.

24 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
People who have had 2 shots of Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines may need to start receiving a COVID-19 booster shot 8 months after their second dose.

24 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
people who are up to date with their vaccines are well protected from serious illness or other health outcomes.

24 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
CDC recommends that moderately or severely immunocompromised people receive an additional dose of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least four weeks after a second dose of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

24 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
A review of the week's key data from CDC's COVID Data Tracker, narrative interpretations, and visualizations.

23 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. However, some people who are fully vaccinated will still get COVID-19 if they are exposed to the virus that causes it.

23 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
This page provides information and resources to help public health departments and laboratories investigate and report COVID-19 vaccine breakthrough cases.

22 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
CDC has provided buttons and badges for public use. The graphic can be placed in any way that works best for your particular site. We are hoping to see this graphic on as many sites as possible to enhance access to up to date information on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

22 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
Learn about COVID-19 forecasts and modeling for new hospitalizations.

22 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
Forecasts show national and state level cumulative reported and predicted deaths since the beginning of the pandemic. CDC is working with partners to bring together weekly COVID-19 forecasts in one place.

21 Jun 2022 at 2:00pm
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21 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Millions of people in the United States have received COVID-19 vaccines, and these vaccines will undergo the most intensive safety monitoring in U.S. history. CDC recommends you get a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as you are eligible. Adverse events described on this page have been reported to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

21 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is an mRNA vaccine that requires 2 shots, 21 days apart. Learn about safety data, efficacy, and clinical trial demographics.

21 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
it is crucial that the needs of mothers, newborns, and children are kept in mind when developing mitigation strategies for maintaining essential services delivery in low-resource countries, including considering providing services by telehealth where feasible during COVID-19.

19 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Home Page

19 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
Answers to commonly asked questions about COVID-19 vaccines, including vaccine cost, availability, and types.

19 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
This page is designed to answer frequently asked questions concerning children receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

19 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
Because COVID-19 is a new disease with new vaccines, you may have questions about what happens before, during, and after your appointment to get vaccinated. These tips will help you know what to expect when you get vaccinated, what information your provider will give you, and resources you can use to monitor your health after you are vaccinated.

Online Services – Social Security Matters
12 May 2022 at 9:45am
The Official Blog of Social Security

12 May 2022 at 2:55pm
Your online personal my Social Security account is here for you at every stage of your career. You don’t have to be retired or even close to retirement to benefit from it. Most people can conduct their business with us online with their account without contacting us, whether they receive benefits or not. If you are […]

6 May 2022 at 9:01am
Olivia and Liam are America’s most popular baby names in 2021. Liam has been the top choice for new parents for five years in a row, and Olivia has topped the list for three years. Once again, during this unprecedented time, parents chose to stick with familiar names. Out of both Top 10 lists combined, […]

25 Apr 2022 at 3:19pm
We continue to welcome people back to our offices for in-person service with or without an appointment. As we help more people in person, we want to highlight the best ways and times to access our services by phone or in person. We also encourage you to visit our website to conduct your business online […]

21 Apr 2022 at 2:59pm
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides monthly payments to people who are 65 and older, and to adults and children with disabilities who have low income and few resources. SSI is a critical program for people facing barriers such as veterans, people struggling with homelessness, mental illness, and other challenges. SSI is also a […]

18 Apr 2022 at 1:00pm
We are excited to share a preview of our new website coming this year. SSA.gov is one of our most important tools for providing service. You told us we need to make it simpler and easier to use. So, we created a new design. It was shaped by information we gathered from customer interviews. We […]

4 Apr 2022 at 10:32am
I am pleased to announce that local Social Security offices will restore in-person services, including for people without an appointment, on April 7, 2022. To avoid waiting in line, I strongly encourage people who can, to use our online services, call us, and schedule appointments in advance rather than walking in without an appointment. Phone […]

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26 Jun 2022 at 8:02pm
A day after the Supreme Court’s bombshell ruling overturning Roe v. Wade ended the constitutional right to abortion, emotional protests and prayer vigils are turning to resolve as several states enact bans and both supporters and foes of abortion rights…



26 Jun 2022 at 6:15pm
NEWBURYPORT — For 19 minutes, an estimated 200 abortion rights protesters blocked High Street near Newburyport Superior Court on Saturday morning as part of an hourlong protest of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to abolish Roe v. Wade.



26 Jun 2022 at 6:15pm
GROVELAND — A 73-year-old man was killed Friday afternoon when an oxygen tank inside his first-floor Manor Drive apartment exploded, according to Groveland Fire Chief Robert Valentine.



26 Jun 2022 at 5:01pm
Russia has shattered weeks of relative calm in Ukraine's capital with a missile attack as Western leaders meeting in Europe prepared to reaffirm their support for Ukraine and condemnation of Russia. President Volodymr Zelenskyy said a 37-year-old man was killed…



26 Jun 2022 at 3:00pm
Gloucester Biotechnology Academy Class of 2022 student speaker Colby Delano of Ipswich said he felt stuck before applying to the academy's Biotechnology Certificate Program.


26 Jun 2022 at 2:30pm
ROWLEY — A Wisconsin real estate agent visiting town last week was ordered to write an apology letter to a Black hotel worker after making a racially charged statement because he asked her to quiet down Thursday night.


25 Jun 2022 at 1:19pm
Roadway fatalities in Massachusetts soared in 2021 to the highest level in more than a decade, and the trend continues to head in the wrong direction nearly halfway through 2022.


25 Jun 2022 at 4:30am
On this day in 1799, Robert Laird had porter and strong beer for sale at his brewery on Green Street. He also had bottled porter, a few gross of “excellent” bottled cider, and a few gross of empty bottles.


24 Jun 2022 at 5:08am
AMESBURY — Roughly a year after a Connecticut man unsuccessfully tried to drive his too tall box truck across the Bailey Bridge while police say he was drunk, a Newburyport District Court judge ordered him not to drive in Massachusetts…


24 Jun 2022 at 5:06am
Masters at work


24 Jun 2022 at 4:41am
These recent sightings are compiled by Sue McGrath of the Newburyport Birders. Report your sightings to Newburyport Birders at newburyportbirders@comcast.net or call 978-204-2976. Visit www.newburyportbirders.com for additional information.


24 Jun 2022 at 4:30am
Last week, I talked about all the fledgling birds that were around this time of year. Many may be in our backyards and around our neighborhoods.


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25 Jun 2022 at 4:30am
Drivers faced a roughly threefold jump in travel times through the Ted Williams Tunnel and the normally breezy Sunday drive across the Tobin Bridge turned into a bumper-to-bumper mess during the first full weekend closure of 87-year-old Sumner Tunnel for…


24 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
BOSTON -- Bay State leaders are urging federal regulators to approve a plan to disclose the financial risks businesses -- and investors -- face from climate change.


24 Jun 2022 at 10:38am
BOSTON -- Bay State politicians and advocacy groups are speaking out about the U.S. Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark law protecting abortion rights.


24 Jun 2022 at 4:00am
BOSTON -- The state's aging natural gas pipelines are still riddled with thousands of potentially dangerous and damaging leaks, according to a new report that calls on Beacon Hill policymakers to accelerate a shift towards renewable energy.


23 Jun 2022 at 5:00am
BOSTON -- The state's highest court has cleared a proposed millionaires' tax for the November ballot after rejecting a legal challenge to the referendum.


22 Jun 2022 at 5:00am
BOSTON -- Republican lawmakers are making another push to put the brakes on the state's gas tax to help ease impact of skyrocketing fuel costs.


22 Jun 2022 at 5:00am
BOSTON -- Massachusetts housing costs are continuing to skyrocket, with the median price of a single-family home jumping to $590,000 in May, according to a new report.



21 Jun 2022 at 4:11pm
CONCORD, N.H. – House Democrats criticized Gov. Chris Sununu for signing “without usual fanfare” on Friday HB 1636, a bill that allows carrying loaded pistols and revolvers on off highway recreational vehicles and snowmobiles in New Hampshire.



21 Jun 2022 at 10:45am
In a dramatic move, the MBTA has slashed train trip frequency across most of its main subway system for the summer, downscaling service in response to a staffing shortage that federal overseers last week said poses a safety risk for…


21 Jun 2022 at 5:00am
DANVERS — A trial has been scheduled for Sept. 21 in the case against an Essex Tech culinary arts teacher charged with indecently assaulting a student in 2019.



21 Jun 2022 at 4:00am
A two-alarm fire at 33 School St. early Monday morning sent four people to the hospital, two firefighters and two occupants of the two-family wood-frame house, said Gloucester Fire Department Assistant Chief Bob Rivas.


18 Jun 2022 at 5:00am
The process for approving new housing development in communities across Massachusetts is "skewed toward an older, white population with the greatest interest in obstructing new development," according to a new report assembled by two Boston University researchers and released Wednesday…


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26 Jun 2022 at 8:02pm
A day after the Supreme Court’s bombshell ruling overturning Roe v. Wade ended the constitutional right to abortion, emotional protests and prayer vigils are turning to resolve as several states enact bans and both supporters and foes of abortion rights…



24 Jun 2022 at 10:33am
The Supreme Court has ended constitutional protections for abortion that had been in place nearly 50 years — a decision by its conservative majority to overturn the court's landmark abortion cases. Friday’s outcome overturning Roe v. Wade is expected to…



23 Jun 2022 at 9:00am
The 50th anniversary of Title IX this month has been met with both celebration and frustration.



22 Jun 2022 at 7:04pm
President Joe Biden is calling on Congress to suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes for three months — an election-year move meant to ease financial pressures. But it's not clear Biden has the votes to suspend the taxes. Many lawmakers…



22 Jun 2022 at 5:40pm
A man who used his car to hit pedestrians in Times Square has been cleared of responsibility because of mental illness. The verdict came Wednesday at the New York City trial of Richard Rojas. The jury affirmed an insanity defense…



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26 Jun 2022 at 11:00pm
LYNN — Joe Abt got one more chance to end his high school baseball career in style, and he certainly made the most of it.



26 Jun 2022 at 9:15pm



26 Jun 2022 at 9:00pm
Lucido an MBCA All-Star



26 Jun 2022 at 7:00pm
About a year ago, Newburyport track stars Hailey LaRosa and Matt Murray organized a neighborhood kids Fun Run when they had some downtime between competition at the Division 2 North Sectionals. It was a way to try and get the…



26 Jun 2022 at 6:00pm
This isn’t Dom Keegan or Sebastian Keane’s first rodeo.



24 Jun 2022 at 12:00am
After a couple years away from the game, Mike Trovato spent some time this spring helping out at practices for the famed Mass. Rivals AAU program. The hoop embers, dormant from a couple years away from the game, ignited.



23 Jun 2022 at 11:00pm
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23 Jun 2022 at 8:00pm
Watson, Fehlner make Senior All-Star game


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26 Jun 2022 at 9:00pm
Lucido an MBCA All-Star



26 Jun 2022 at 8:30pm
The Celtics selected for the future by drafting former Alabama guard JD Davison in the second round of the NBA draft. Davison was an SEC All-Freshman Team selection this past season for the Crimson Tide, averaging 8.5 points, 4.8 rebounds…



The Daily News of Newburyport: Obituaries
27 Jun 2022 at 12:35am
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23 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Amesbury - Larry A Smith 76, of Amesbury passed away peacefully at home due to complications of Parkinson's disease on June 20, 2022. Larry was a longtime resident of Lake Atittash where he enjoyed boating and cooking steaks on the grill. Larry is survived by his wife of 35 years, Alicia Roy Smith, his son, Shane of GA and his daughter Laney Smith of Nevada, his grandchildren, Kaylee and Caleb also of Georgia. Larry was preceded in death by his son, Ryan, in 2010 and his brother, David in 1983. At the request of family, services will be private.



23 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Lexington - Elaine Glenda (Kaplan) Bloom, recently of Lexington and formerly of Brewster, Hampton Falls (NH), West Palm Beach (FL), and Swampscott, died peacefully on June 21, 2022 at age 89. A graduate of Lawrence High School and the third graduating class of Brandeis University, Glenda later earned a Master's degree from Salem State College. She and her husband Irving, who passed away in 2014, raised their children in Swampscott and founded and ran, from 1968 to 1993, Sew Right Fabrics - originally in Malden and later in Newburyport and Sanford, ME. Glenda loved the beach, history, archaeology, travel, corn on the cob, lobster and playing Scrabble and cards. She was a lifelong Red Sox fan. Glenda is survived by her three children, Kenneth Bloom and wife Phyllis of Sudbury, Diane (Bekka) Bloom of Port Townsend, WA and Laurence Bloom of Newburyport, and her grandson, Daniel Bloom of Bloomington, IL. A graveside service was held at Temple Emanuel Cemetery. To join a Zoom Shiva, go to https://www.goldmanfc.com/memorials/Elaine-Bloom/4959968/index.php#details. Arrangements by Goldman Funeral Chapel, Malden.


22 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
branford - William J. Killion, 92, of Branford, CT, and a lifelong summer resident of Plum Island, died on June 16 at Connecticut Hospice in Branford. He had been fighting ill health for several months, but was still living on his own and driving until less than a week before his death. Bill was predeceased by his brother, Thomas W. Killion, and sisters, Jane Sipos and Grace Kress. He is survived by his sons, Mark and his wife, Toni of Branford, and Paul and his wife, Tina of Bristol, RI, and daughter, Sarah and husband, Jeff Fishman of Amherst. He also leaves grandchildren, Liam, Caitlin, and Isabella Killion, and Hannah, Eliza, and Gabriel Fishman, along with great-grandchildren, August, Siena, and Matilda. He also leaves behind his sister, Mary Miller of Essex, CT, who was very helpful during his illness, and three generations of nieces and nephews, from Europe, across the Americas to New Zealand. His wife of 66 years, Joan E. (Berthiaume), died in 2019. Bill was born Liam J. Killion in New Haven, CT, December 9th, 1929, the son of the late William V. and Jane C. (Sheehan) Killion. He grew up in West Haven, graduating from West Haven High in 1947, and from the University of Connecticut in 1951. After college, he served in the 445th Military Government Company of the Army Reserve. In 1952, he co-founded, with his brother Tom, Thermal Acoustics. The interior and specialty contracting firm operated as a family business until his son, Mark's retirement in 2018. When working in the construction industry, Bill served on the Board of Directors of the Associated General Contractors of CT. Bill's strongest avocation was found with the maritime world. He first came to Plum Island, as a baby, in 1930, and as a young boy, began an informal apprenticeship with the island's lighthouse keeper, Harry B. Dobbins, of the U.S. Lighthouse Service. Cap Dobbins taught Bill the ways of the sea--rowing, sculling, fishing, sailing, navigation, and marlinespike seamanship--as well as lighthouse-keeping duties. Some 70 years later, Bill, discussing his tutelage under Captain Dobbins, stated, "You might have described my position as one of unpaid intern, but, in fact, the pay was excessive." The confidence and skill Bill gained from his time with Cap'n Dobbins sustained him for the rest of his life. One of Bill's prized possessions was the U.S. Government-issued ID card he carried from the age of 13, that allowed him to fish and boat on the Merrimack River during the heightened security of World War ii. He was amused when, some 40 years later, this document was accepted to gain entrance when working a construction job at a Connecticut defense contract facility. With his brother Tom, there was a brief foray into commercial tuna fishing. He sailed and cruised along the east coast and throughout the North Atlantic. His travels took him from the Great Lakes and Canada to the rocky coast of Maine and all of New England. He sailed Long Island Sound to Block Island, and to the islands of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. He eagerly awaited the annual publication of Eldridge Tide and Pilot, to plan voyages! Most of the trips were aboard the 31-foot sloop he built in his side yard. During later trips, he cruised in the West Indies, undertaking a dead-reckoning celestial navigation course out of Bermuda in his 70s. He continued to race sailboats and work at repairing docks well into his 80's. Joan and Bill enjoyed staying at their cottage at Plum Island Point, UCONN basketball, and following the activities of their grandchildren. In retirement, they traveled throughout the US and Europe, visiting family and friends around the world. A vigorous, faithful, patient, humble, and reflective man, of a lively and subtle wit, and a notable attention to detail, Bill's other interests included the arts and architecture, reading, surveying the US and world scene, and following the stock market. The family is heartbroken with the loss of as loving, strong, and benevolent a patriarch a family could hope to have. We will miss him profoundly. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday June 24th at W.S. Clancy Funeral Home, 244 North Main St., Branford, CT. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday June 25th at St. Mary Church, 731 Main St., Branford, where he was a 65-year communicant, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to the charity of your choice.



22 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Laconia - Jamie was born March 22, 1956, in Amesbury, to Elizabeth P. Hartwell (Nally) and James M. Hartwell. She grew up in Amesbury in a large family and spent her summers at Lake Attitash. Jamie attended Amesbury school, and was on the Honor Society at Amesbury High School, graduating in 1974. She started working for the telephone company at the age of 17 as an operator after holding many positions in numerous locations around Massachusetts, retiring after 30 years of service with Verizon. Jamie lived most of her adult life in Kensington, NH, where she enjoyed living, and raising her son, John. Jamie is survived by her son, John Wallaga of Somersworth, NH; her sisters, Catherine McFarland and husband, John of S. Hampton, NH, Linda Shoukimas and husband Peter of Seabrook, NH, Carol Robinson and husband Peter of S. Hampton, NH, Debra Lariviere and husband, Gary of S. Hampton, NH and Jill Dennis and husband Patrick of Alton, Bay, NH, along with many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Jamie was predeceased by her parents, James and Elizabeth Hartwell, her grandparents, John and Elizabeth Nally, and Paul and Florence Hartwell; her aunt, Margaret Nally, and her sister, Sandra Colby. Jamie was a good person who loved growing up in a large family and had lots of friends in her life. She loved reminiscing about holidays spent with the family at her parents home and her son's younger years with friends, and her early travel days. She was a die hard soap opera Fan, loved movies and missed Stage II, had undying love for her cats and never met a bottle of champagne she didn't like. She will be fondly remembered and missed by many. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, June 26, 2022, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Highland Chapel of Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury. A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, June 27, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Church of the Holy Family Parish, 2 School Street, Amesbury, followed by burial at St. Joseph Cemetery, Amesbury. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Jamie E. Wallaga to the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society, 63 Elm Street, Salisbury, MA 01952.



21 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Newburyport - James M. Harrington, 82, Newburyport, MA, formerly of Chelmsford, MA, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family on June 17, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Abreu Harrington for 36 years. Jim was born on June 18, 1940, in Somerville, MA. He was the son of the late Walter and Dorothy Harrington. He graduated from Matignon High School in Cambridge, MA. He received his undergraduate degree from Northeastern University and, after returning home from the Army, he received his J.D. from Suffolk Law School. Jim was a veteran of the United States Army (1963–1965), serving time in Korea with the XVIII Airborne Corps before returning home. Jim opened his private practice of general law in Chelmsford, MA, and served as the Town Counsel in Chelmsford for 18 years, as well as representing the Chelmsford School Department, the Chelmsford Sewer Commission and the Chelmsford Water Districts. He also served on the Chelmsford Board of Library Trustees and the Nashoba Valley School Committee. He was an active member of the Chelmsford Democratic Town Committee for many years. Jim was always giving back to the community wherever he lived and remained very involved in organizations such as Good Friends in Chelmsford and volunteering at Rosie's Place in Boston. He was a passionate photographer. In his free time he enjoyed golfing, reading and traveling with his wife, Barbara. Perhaps his favorite activity though, was spending time with his family especially his 10 grandchildren. He enjoyed taking photos at their sporting events and all other special occasions. He is survived by his six children. Susan McQuaide and her husband Scott of North Chelmsford, MA, Judi Hicks and her husband Jean Michel of Nashua, NH, James Harrington and his wife Debra of Tyngsborough, MA, Michael Harrington of Nashua, NH, Jason Leroux and his wife Dawn of St. John, USVI, and Elizabeth Goguen of Nashua, NH; as well as his 10 grandchildren, Scott, Kyle and Kate McQuaide, Danielle and Jack Withycombe, Annabelle and Jimmy Harrington, Samuel and Zachary Goguen and Cooper Leroux. He also leaves behind his sister, Dorothy Winrow of Kingston, NY; his brothers, Daniel and Angie Harrington of Salem, MA, and Paul and Betty Harrington of Newburyport, MA. He is also survived by his mother and father-in-law, Doris and Joseph Abreu of Dracut, MA; his sister-in-law, Joan and Paul McCarthy of Lowell, MA; brothers-in-law, Anthony Abreu of Derry, NH, and Richard Abreu of Ocala, FL; as well as many nieces and nephews. As well as his parents, Jim is predeceased by his brothers, William and Walter; his sister-in-law, Kay Harrington; and his brother-in-law, Bob Winrow. Visiting hours Wednesday, June 22, 2022, from 3 to 7 p.m. Funeral Thursday, June 23, 2022, at 10 a.m., from the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST., CHELMSFORD, with a funeral Mass at 11 a.m., at St. Mary Church, 25 North Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824. A private burial will be in Pine Ridge Cemetery, Chelmsford, MA. Memorials may be made in his name to Care Dimensions Hospice, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923 or to support Genitourinary Cancer Research at Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center under the direction Dr. Richard J. Lee. Checks may be made out to Massachusetts General Hospital c/o MGH Development Office, 125 Nashua Street, Suite 540, Boston, 02114. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-256-4040. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com.



21 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Seabrook - Florence Mary Bertone, 104, of Seabrook, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 18, 2022, surrounded by those she loved. She was born June 9, 1918, in Danvers, MA, the daughter of the late Joseph and Clarisse (Labelle) Cloutier. Florence shared over 65 years of wonderful marriage with her late husband, Richard Bertone who died in 1998. Florence was employed as an assembly worker for Sylvania GTE in Danvers, MA, for 25 years. She and Richard moved to Seabrook in 1978 from the Hamilton and Beverly, MA, area. She was a communicant of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church in Hampton, a member of the Seabrook Happy Seniors, SALT of Stoneybrook and in her earlier years enjoyed bowling, knitting and crocheting. Family members include her son, Robert W. Bertone of Seabrook; two daughters, Sandra J. Dawson of Rowley, MA, Linda M. Michaud and husband John of Hamilton, MA; 22 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her son, Richard C. Bertone; and her daughter, Clarice A. MacArthur. Visiting hours will be from 1 to 3 p.m., on Thursday, June 23, 2022, in Remick & Gendron Funeral Home – Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Friday, June 24, 2022, at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church, 289 Lafayette Road, Hampton. Burial will follow in the Hillside Cemetery, Seabrook. The family suggests that donations may be made to OLMM Church OutReach Program, 289 Lafayette Road, Hampton, NH 03842. Please visit www.RemickGendron.com to view Florence's memorial website, to sign her tribute wall or for directions.



21 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Danville - Timothy M. Twomey, 64, passed away after battling an illness June 20, 2022, at his home alongside his family. Born in Newburyport, Massachusetts, he was the son of Edward and Georgia Twomey. He attended Whittier High School and studied diesel mechanics. Tim worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator for 40-plus years and had just retired. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, Camaro, and Corvette, letting off fire works, going to the shooting range and watching the Red Sox and Celtics with his daughter. He will be remembered as a hardworking, caring, and strong man. He is survived by his daughter Tiffany Twomey of Danville, NH; his grandson, Kaylow Vasquez; parents, Edward and Georgia Twomey, of Newburyport; sister Deborah Naudzunas and her husband Andrew Naudzunas of Atkinson, NH; brother, Jeffery Twomey and his wife Barbara of Marietta, GA; as well as several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Tim is predeceased by his wife Beverly Twomey. Family and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 24, 2022, at the Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home, 193 High St., Newburyport, MA 01950. Tim's funeral service will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in the funeral home on Saturday, June 25, 2022, followed by burial at St. Mary's Cemetery. THERE IS NO LONGER ANY PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND THE FUNERAL HOME PER ORDER OF THE CITY OF NEWBURYPORT. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com.



21 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Lynn - Eric Cook died of complications from early onset Alzheimer's on Monday, June 20, 2022. He was 56 years old. Eric was born in Beverly, MA, in 1965, son of the late Alan P. Cook Jr., and the late Betty Ann Cook. He was the beloved husband of Danielle (Beaupre) Cook and the loving father of Michael Cook and Abigail Cook. He leaves behind his dearly loved in-laws Robert and Nancy Beaupre of Lynn, MA; brother- and sister-in-law Matthew and Breeanna Beaupre and their children Ava and Blake Beaupre of Lynn, MA. He is survived by his sister, Susan Adams of Charleston, SC; and nephew, Nicholas Bennett of Beverly, MA; as well as his sister Laurie Collins, her husband, Thomas Collins of Byfield, MA and their children, Christopher Collins and Benjamin Collins. Eric was a kind-hearted man and devoted friend to anyone he met throughout his life, whether it was his buddies from the Prospect School, Beverly High School, baseball teams or youth groups at the First Baptist Church in Beverly. He continued to forge wonderful relationships throughout his career in restaurants, with many years at Sylvan Street Grille, and as a DJ and trivia host. Eric loved dogs, music, Stephen King books and the Boston Red Sox. He was a movie connoisseur, watching everything from action films to rom-coms—specifically "Star Wars," "the Godfather" and Pee-Wee Herman. Film was a passion he passed on to his son, Michael, who has just graduated from Lesley University with a degree in Digital Film. Danielle, Michael, and Abby were his heart and soul. He felt that they were life's greatest gift to him, and they have been devoted to him throughout his long and challenging illness. Relatives and friends are invited to his calling hours at the Levesque Funeral Home, 163 Lafayette St. (Route 114/1A), Salem, on Thursday, June 23, 2022, from 4 to 8 p.m. His funeral service will be on Monday, June 27, 2022, at the First Baptist Church in Beverly, 221 Cabot St., Beverly, MA 01915 at 10:30 a.m., followed by a Committal Service in St. Mary Cemetery, 226 North St., Salem. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Alzheimer's Association. For guest book and to send a message of support to his family, please visit www.LevesqueFunerals.com.



19 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Hopkinton - Patricia Morin passed away in her home, among family, on May 14, 2022. "Pat, as she was fondly known, was born in St. Louis on July 27, 1927 and was raised by her loving parents, Jean Powers Baxendale and Frank Baxendale. She is predeceased by her brothers, William and Frank and is survived by Frank's wife, Margie Baxendale and their children. She attended Xavier Academy and St. Louis University before moving to Washington, DC. where she met George R. Morin, Jr. of Springfield, Vermont. They were married on June 26, 1948. After living in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, they settled in Hanover, New Hampshire and then in Keene, N.H., where their children graduated and went on to college. Her husband, to whom she was married for 54 years, predeceased her in December, 2002. Pat is survived by her eight children and their spouses, Pamela Morin (Navin Sharma), William Morin (Johanna Noonan, dec.), Robert Morin (Deborah Coates), Debra Hickok (Jonathan Hickok), James Morin (Shari Clough), John Morin (Mimi Proko), Patrice Kellogg (Dan D'Aquila), and Thomas Morin (Adam Carroll). She was a proud grandmother and great-grandmother to 17 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, who called her their "Toto". Pat was an energetic and engaged community member, including being on the Keene School Board for several years. She spent countless hours attending plays, recitals, sporting and school events, making award winning costumes and celebrating every birthday and holiday with and for her family. She filled her days with cooking, baking, creating, shuttling her children and welcoming others into her home. She was an exceptional bridge and card player, top notch at shorthand, a voracious reader and an avid knitter, known for making sweaters in a single day. She was vivacious and fun loving, celebratory and inspirational, with a great sense of humor and a contagious laugh. She made friends wherever she went. She will be greatly missed. She asked that you all celebrate her wonderful journey through acts of kindness, by making others smile, and by forgiving even when it is difficult. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 23rd at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 256 Eldridge Rd, Wells, ME. with the burial to follow at Ocean View Cemetery, 1485 Post Rd, (Rte 1), Wells, Maine. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the name of Patricia Morin to the St. Mary's Ecumenical Food Pantry, Holy Spirit Parish, 256 Eldridge Rd, Wells, ME. To share a memory or leave a message of condolence please visit Pat's Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Rd. Wells, ME 04090.



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Amesbury - Robert L. Frost, age 70, a lifelong Amesbury resident, died Wednesday evening, June 8, 2022, at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of 40 years to Carol M. (Darbyshire) Frost. Born in Newburyport on December 10, 1951, he was the son of the late Homer T. and Esther B. (Lane) Frost. Robert graduated from Amesbury High School, Class of 1969. Following high school he went on to earn his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Franklin Pierce College, an Associate in Science in Criminal Justice from Northern Essex Community College, and a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice from Anna Maria College. Known as "Lee" to everybody that knew him, he joined the Amesbury Police Department in 1976 as a patrolman, and retired at the rank of Sergeant in 2010 after 34 years of dedicated service. Lee also worked with Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Homes for almost 20 years. During his retirement, Lee and Carol enjoyed many wonderful cruises and several trips throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. His greatest enjoyment was his 20 month old grandson, William Jonathan Frost, who was his pride and joy, and whom he loved beyond words could ever express. He was Master Mason, and belonged to both the Charles C. Dame Lodge A.F. & A.M. of Georgetown and Saint John's Lodge A.F. & A.M. of Newburyport. In addition to his wife, Carol, Lee is survived by his three sons, Brian R. Frost and wife Katie of Auburn, NH; Jonathan D. Frost and wife Meghan, parents of his only grandson, of Cheshire, CT; and Jeffrey L. Frost of Beverly, MA. Lee also leaves behind his older brother, David H. Frost and wife Lucille of Beverly Hills, FL; along with several nieces and nephews, extended family, and many dear friends and colleagues. He was predeceased by his twin infant daughters, Rachel A. and Susan M. Frost. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, June 23, 2022 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Highland Chapel of Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury. A short service will follow at 7 P.M. with Masonic Services conducted by the Charles C. Dame Lodge of Georgetown. Burial at Union Cemetery, Amesbury, will be private for the family. Lee quietly supported numerous local causes which included Our Neighbors' Table, Friends of the Amesbury Public Library, Amesbury Carriage Museum, Amesbury Educational Foundation, and The Pettengill House. In lieu of flowers the family requests you kindly consider making a donation in memory of Robert L. Frost to one of these local organizations so Lee's spirit lives on.



14 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Lynn - Randy Zakas Jr. was born in Danvers to the late Randy Zakas Sr. and Julie Theiling Scarfo. Randy passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2022, at the age of 39. He was a graduate of Danvers High School and pursued a career in auto mechanics. He loved fishing, ice hockey, four-wheeling, and playing Pokemon with his friends. Randy was a caring, funny, and outgoing man. If you didn't know him, you were just a friend he hadn't met yet. Randy had the biggest heart. When he hugged you, you felt it to your core. His family and friends meant everything to him and he will be sorely missed. Randy leaves behind his mother and step-father Julie and George Scarfo of Seabrook NH; his son Kohen Bouley Rich of Lake Stevens, WA; his sister and best friend Jessica Zakas and his niece Maddison from Seabrook, NH; his grandparents Harold and Sharon Theiling of Wakefield, NH; his grandmother Carol Zakas of Summerfield, FL; his step-siblings; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. There will be a private celebration of life held to love and share memories of him.



14 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Newburyport - Ellen E. Taplin, 86, loving wife and devoted mother, passed away at Merrimack Valley High Pointe Hospice House, Haverhill, MA, on May 30, 2022. Formerly of Rowley, and Newburyport, MA, she was born October 22, 1935, to the late Joseph and Elizabeth Anne (McManus) Mullaney of Concord, MA. Ellen is predeceased by her first husband, Capt. Robert H. Daly Jr. (354 TAC FTR Wing AF); her two brothers, William (Bill) and Mark Mullaney; and her son, Joel W. Taplin. Ellen graduated from Concord Carlisle in 1954 and from the Katharine Gibbs School in 1958. Ellen, a widow and mother of four children, later met, fell in love with, and married her soulmate of 58 years, William Taplin. Together they raised a loving family of eight children. In addition to being a wife and mother, Ellen ran an in-home daycare and managed her husband's harbor tour business. She worked for the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce Information Booth for 19 years. Ellen was also a lectern at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rowley, MA. A fun-loving and outgoing person, Ellen enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends. Her husband Bill, their eight children and 13 grandchildren were the center of her life. Whether planning family gatherings in the snowy White Mountains of NH or boating up and down the East Coast, Ellen was always up for adventure. She loved the outdoors, walking the beach, traveling and adored animals, especially her dogs! She found great pleasure in listening to classical music, especially the piano. Ellen's positive outlook and generous spirit were contagious; she drew people in and was loved by many. She lived her life with a strong faith in God, which enabled her to overcome many adversities. Ellen was an amazing role model as wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friend. Her memory will live on, and her spirit lives in all of us. Ellen is survived by her husband, William Taplin; her children Jeffry Daly, Bryan Taplin (Pamela Sherman), Joanne Romeyn, MD (Peter, MD), Lynn Pisanelli, Todd Taplin (Jennifer), Maureen "Tracy" Whalen (David), Kelly Jenkins (Robert); and one sister, Mary Hanley. She was the adoring and proud grandmother, "Fafa," of 13 grandchildren: Conner, Eliza, Sara, Morgan, Joslyn, Scott, Shealyn, Michael, Natalie, Ben, Andrew, Kate, and Maggie. Ellen was from a large family and leaves behind loved ones too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends are invited to a "Celebration of Life" Memorial Mass at The Immaculate Conception Church on July 1, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. Calling hours will be held June 30, 2022, from 5 to 9 p.m. at The Immaculate Conception Church, 42 Green Street, Newburyport, MA 01950. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Ellen Taplin to support cancer research and patient care at: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.


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West Newbury - David Bruce Hicken, 71, a lifelong resident of West Newbury, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, June 6, 2022. He was born in Amesbury to the late Roger B. and Queenie A. (Williams) Hicken. David was a longtime business educator, having graduated from Salem State College and Boston University, where he earned his master's degree. During his spare time, David was very active at The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Newburyport. David is survived by his sister, Elizabeth A. Hicken of East Hartford, CT; and several cousins in Great Britain. Private graveside services will be held at the Bridge Street Cemetery, West Newbury. For those who wish, David may be remembered through donations to The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 7 Harris Street, Newburyport, MA 01950. To share a memory of David, please visit www.cgfuneralhomegeorgetown.com. The Conte – Giamberardino Funeral Home, 14 Pleasant Street, Georgetown, has been entrusted with David's care.



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ROWLEY - Dianne L. (Preston) Bragdon, 73, of Pleasant Street, Rowley, passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 12, 2022, following many years of declining health. She was the wife of the late George W. Bragdon who passed in July of 2016. Dianne was born on July 24, 1949, in Beverly, the daughter of the late Albert and Frances (Nakis) Preston. Dianne was raised in Essex, graduated Gloucester High School, and earned an associate degree from North Shore Community College. She met George W. Bragdon, who became her husband for the next 46 years. They settled in Essex, raising their two girls, Sarah and Rachel, surrounded by family and friends. Dianne maintained various jobs over the years, including ownership of a home daycare. She loved people and earned the Essex Pride Award for her involvement in the town as a Girl Scout leader. She was known for her culinary skills, supplying baked goods to restaurants in town, creating wedding cakes, and holding an annual cookie swap. After suffering a stroke in her mid-40s, Dianne valiantly learned to walk and talk once again. She retired from the Institution for Savings in Ipswich, where she was best known for her gift of gab. She unashamedly would share her faith in her Lord and savior and was enthusiastically heaven bound. She is survived by two daughters, Sarah L. (Meserve) Davis of Florida and Rachel E. Boynton and her husband, Justin of Rowley; four grandchildren, Anjelica LaRochelle of Florida, Elijah Boynton, Rowan Boynton, and Lucas Boynton all of Rowley; brother, James Preston and his wife Ellena of Kittery, Maine; a sister, Joy Ross wife of the late Mark Ross of Essex; and brother-in-law, Robert Cameron, husband of the late Cynthia, formerly of Essex. Her funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, June 18, graveside in the Spring Street Cemetery Essex. Family and friends are cordially welcomed. Vising hours will be held Friday 6 to 8 p.m. in the Whittier-Porter Funeral Home, 6 High Street, Ipswich. For directions and or to send a condolence please visit www.whittierporter.com.



12 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Newburyport - Thomas M. Prezkop, age 73, of Newburyport, passed away at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers on January 6, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer. His wife, Melanie Hession, was at his side. Tom was raised in Westport, CT. It was on Long Island Sound where he taught himself to sail, and started a lifelong love for all things aquatic. In early 1971, Tom's best friend, Michael Vincent, invited him to work on the island of St. Martin. There he co-owned, restored and operated the Black Swan, a 108' ketch with his partner, Doug Hazelton. In 1978, Tom returned to Massachusetts where he married his first wife, Linn Anderson, and where their son Andrew was born. Tom's second career was in mechanical design engineering. He worked Instrumentation Labs among others and then started Andover Medical Development Group to do medical device component manufacturing in 1987. He operated AMDG for 35 years, fulfilling contracts with NASA, Boston Scientific, Harvard Medical School, and others. Tom was a passionate sailor. He was an expert angler, certified scuba diver, licensed pilot, patent holder, and professional cook. He was also a gifted athlete who enjoyed downhill skiing, surfing, water skiing barefoot, and golfing. He was a generous, compassionate, loving husband, father, and friend. Tom was proudest of his son, Andrew of Golden, CO to whom he passed his endless patience, creativity and playfulness, and in whom he fostered lifelong passions as a musician, athlete, craftsman, outdoorsman, adventurer, and father. He was overjoyed to be a grandfather to Avery and Luke. In addition to his wife and son, he is survived by daughter-in-law, Geneva Brion and grandchildren Avery and Luke of Golden, CO; his sister, Carole Prescott of Madison CT; and brothers, Edward Prezkop of Seattle, WA and Raymond Prezkop of Fairfield, CT; and numerous cherished cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Michael and Lithia Prezkop and his sister Diane Reed, all of Westport, CT. A celebration of his life is scheduled for Aug. 9th at 1:30 p.m. at PITA hall on Plum Island, Newbury, MA. Island attire and Hawaiian shirts are suggested. A memorial for Tom and his sister Diane will be held on June 29th at 11 a.m. at the Water's Edge Resort in Westbrook, CT. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to The Ocean Foundation at https://oceanfdn.org/projects/ and the Kaplan Family Hospice House at https://www.caredimensions.org/giving/.



12 Jun 2022 at 5:00pm
Rockport - Judith (Jelmberg) Williams, 82, of Rockport, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2022, at Beverly Hospital following a prolonged illness. Born in Rockport, MA she was the daughter of the late Rachel (Story) and Bill Jelmberg. Judy was known for her kindness and love of family. Some of her favorite activities included being a member of Spiran Lodge, gardening, summer days at Cape Hedge beach, spending time with friends and family, and attending her grandchildren's activities and traveling. Before returning to Rockport to retire, Judy raised her six children in Groveland, MA where she was active at St. Patrick's Church and very involved at her children's school and activities. She is survived by her sister, Bonnie (Jelmberg) Gahm of Rockport, MA and children , Bobette Williams of Gloucester, MA, Beth Mock and her husband Dave of Rockport, MA, Clifford Williams of Half Moon Bay, CA, Bonnie LaBorde and her husband Mark of Gulf Shores,, AL, Bill Williams and his wife, Lisa of Brentwood, NH, Caitlyn DaCruz and her husband Tony of Rockport, MA; 12 grandchildren, Chris, Erin, Devin, Michael, Luke, Daniel, Melissa, Michael, Emily, Abigail, Isabella and Evan; four great-grandchildren, Kaikoa, Keola, Makaio, Bruce and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and her husband, Les Williams. The family would like to thank the Oncology Unit at Addison Gilbert Hospital for their wonderful care and compassion. Her graveside service will be held in Beech Grove Cemetery, Rockport on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at 3 p.m. Family and friends are cordially invited. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to: Spiran Lodge #98, P.O. Box 98, Rockport, MA 01966. Please make checks out to Spiran Lodge #98. Arrangements are by the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington St. Gloucester, MA. Online condolences may be given at: www.greelyfuneralhome.com.

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