What's up Rockport! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
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Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Shellfish Harvesters Awarded $300K Relief After 12-Day Sewage Discharge Closure (patch.com) — Rockport shellfish harvesters are among those receiving a share of $300,000 in state relief after a 12-day sewage-related closure shut down local shellfish beds this summer. The article explains how the Haverhill spill led to emergency closures from Gloucester through Rockport, how testing allowed reopening, and how new rules could expand future harvesting days on the North Shore.
2. High school roundup/scores: Audrey Manning powers Lynnfield to sweep of Hamilton-Wenham (bostonherald.com) — Rockport field hockey fell 5–1 to Hamilton-Wenham in Monday's action, one of many Cape Ann League and statewide results recapped here. Local readers can scan how Rockport's rivals fared across field hockey, volleyball, soccer, and golf, and see where neighboring schools like Newburyport, Ipswich, and Marblehead are starting to separate themselves early in the fall season.
3. Luxury New England Escapes Inspired by Emmy-Winning 'Widow's Bay' (luxegetaways.com) — Fans of the hit series can now explore Rockport's real-life filming locations, from Bearskin Neck and Old Harbor Road to the harborfront shops and seafood spots you already know. The piece lays out how to turn those familiar streets, local eateries, and nearby Gloucester landmarks into a luxe fall getaway, with tips on lighthouses, sailing, and oysters that showcase Rockport's coastal character.
4. This Overlooked Massachusetts Island Sits Just Offshore Yet Feels A World Away (takingthekids.com) — Rockport residents get discounted launch fares and fee waivers to visit nearby Thacher Island, home to the country's only operating twin lighthouses and a protected wildlife refuge. The piece explains how to catch the seasonal boat from Rockport, what to pack, trail options, camping details, and how local volunteers and town partnerships help preserve this unique offshore landmark.
5. Halloween skeletons that once brought joy are now sparking controversy (freep.com subscription) — Rockport briefly enters the national spotlight here as one of several towns tightening rules on oversized Halloween skeleton displays, after a local setup was deemed too risqué for family neighborhoods. The story centers on a Michigan homeowner's fight with his township but uses Rockport's experience to show how communities nationwide are balancing personal expression with local standards.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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