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Hello Gloucester! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Gloucester's latest HUD numbers reveal about local affordable housing
  • How new Route 128 tech aims to protect Gloucester drivers from wrong-way crashes
  • Planning a tide-pooling day? See why Wingaersheek tops the list

Also on today's calendar: Story Songs of the 70's - Summer Show and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; an afternoon shower, with a high of 79 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Friday: Increasing amounts of sun, temps: high: 76, low: 62.
  • Saturday: A passing afternoon shower, with a high of 72 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Gloucester's public housing unit count unchanged in 2025 (northbostonnews.com) — Gloucester's public housing stock held steady at 89 units in 2025, with a 97% occupancy rate and most low-income renters paying about $1,142 a month. The city also supports hundreds of voucher and rehab units, placing it mid-pack among Massachusetts communities. These numbers shape how much affordable housing help is available to local residents.
   

2. Traffic Technology Upgrades Underway Peabody-Gloucester Rte. 128 Stretch (iheart.com) — New wrong-way driving detection systems are being installed now along Route 128 between Peabody and Gloucester, with weekday daytime work causing periodic shoulder closures. State officials say the upgrades, including brighter ramp signs and pavement markings, aim to prevent deadly crashes like one that killed a Gloucester teen. Expect ongoing daytime construction and occasional slowdowns on this stretch until further notice.
   

3. 8 Massachusetts Beaches Where You Can Explore Massive Tide Pools (takingthekids.com) — Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester tops a list of eight great Massachusetts tide-pooling spots, highlighted for its huge low-tide sandbars, kid-friendly shallows, and easy amenities. The guide explains parking reservations, accessibility options, and the best times to visit, then compares Wingaersheek with other rocky and sandy tide-pool beaches from Rockport to Cape Cod and the South Shore.
   

4. 'Name Your Price' Adoption Promotion for Clear the Shelters at Cape Ann Animal Aid (goodmorninggloucester.com) — Cape Ann Animal Aid is running a special "Name Your Price" adoption promotion through the end of August, giving Gloucester and Cape Ann residents a flexible way to bring home adult, special-needs, and long-stay pets. Some animals also come with training reimbursements, preventatives, or medical support like insulin and vet-care credits, all detailed on the shelter's website.
   

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  • Beth Israel Lahey Health posted a job opening for Housekeeping- 40 Hours 3:00 PM- 11:30 PM in Gloucester. Apply here.
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Ok Gloucester! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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