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🌱 Why Maudslay State Park might be Newburyport’s most overlooked gem

Newburyport, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hey there, Newburyport! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Maudslay State Park might be Newburyport’s most overlooked gem
  • Newburyport valedictorian’s powerful message at Bishop Fenwick graduation

Also on today's calendar: 2026 Cape Ann Pride Events and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How far can a fast dog run into the woods? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 82 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Thursday: Cooler with showers around, temps: high: 65, low: 51.
  • Friday: Chance of a shower, with a high of 64 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• This Wildly Underappreciated State Park May Be Massachusetts's Best-Kept Place To Visit In 2026 (takingthekids.com) — Maudslay State Park in Newburyport is highlighted as a must-visit spot in 2026, with 16 miles of trails, sweeping Merrimack River views, and rich estate history. Locals can enjoy massive mountain laurel blooms, bald eagle sightings, cultural events like outdoor theater, and easy, low-cost access right off Curzon Mill Road.
   

• Bishop Fenwick graduates 112 (peabodyweeklynews.com) — Bishop Fenwick High School recently graduated 112 seniors, including valedictorian Julia Davis of Newburyport, who delivered a heartfelt speech about grief, love, and embracing uncertainty. Her remarks honored a late classmate while encouraging peers to live fully, as school leaders celebrated the class’s resilience, friendships, and strong sense of community.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Halfway. After that, the dog is running *out of* the woods. (Thank you Jake M. for sending it in!)
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