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Triton Upper School Merger Dead On Arrival By Stewart Lytle, Reporter –––––––––––––––––
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TRITON – About 50 people showed up last week for a public hearing on the proposed merger of the Triton high school and middle school. Nine people stepped up to the microphone and not one favored the merger. But the issue was already decided before the hearing started. Superintendent Christopher Farmer announced, after listening for 30 minutes to why the merger is a bad idea “at this time,” that he was withdrawing the proposal from
consideration. Farmer had proposed that the two schools, which occupy one building on the Byfield campus, should “be merged into a single coherent unit.” He wanted the special committee to “assess whether or not such a merger would be expected to improve continuity of : the curriculum, teaching and learning, and student support across Grades 7 through 12 and thus improve student learning and development.” Continued on page 3
By Stewart Lytle, Reporter ––––––––––––––––– SALISBURY – On a table in Ron Laffely's conference room last week lay stacks of thick volumes that outlined the federal, state and local regulations governing construction today. The veteran architect, who has lived in Salisbury for 32 years, picked up one thin document, probably only about 30 pages stapled together, and said, “This is what we used to have to refer to” when building a house. Now it takes all these other, thicker volumes. Photo by Stewart Lytle Laffely, the president of Ron Laff ely in his Fulcrum Architects office. Fulcrum Architects, knows how complex the various building codes have become because such as the building inspector and he has been designing health zoning boards, against property care facilities and beach houses, owners and their contractors. watching slowly at first, then more That is one of the reasons Laffely rapidly as government regulation of decided to throw his hat in the ring construction along the Massachusetts' for one of two Board of Selectmen North Shore beaches has intensified. seats this month. He is campaigning “It is storm by storm” that the in a field of five candidates for the federal and state regulations increase, two seats in the April 30 election. he said. Selectman Ed Hunt is running The increasingly complex for reelection. Also running for the Continued on page 3 regulations often pit local officials,
YWCA Greater Newburyport Recognizes Community Champions at 4th Annual Engaging Communities Luncheon
NEWBURYPORT - The YWCA Greater Newburyport announced this year’s Community Champions, Charlene Dolan, Owner Dolan Financial Services and Nancy McCarthy Co-owner of Natural High Fitness to be honored at the 4th Annual Engaging Communities Luncheon, April 10th Elks Club, Newburyport. Each year the YWCA Newburyport recognizes individuals who exemplify the YWCA’s mission,
and for enhancing the quality of life for women and their families in extraordinary ways. The Honoree Charlene Dolan has helped countless women achieve financial literacy and stability by teaching them how to achieve financial independence, helping them uncover some of the destructive financial habits that have kept them from being able to provide security for themselves and their families.
It’s a unique methodology she has employed for over 10 years in her volunteer mentoring of those living at the YWCA Women’s Residence, and women escaping domestic abuse through the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center. “I see it really as before you can move forward with money, you really need to look back and examine where you came from and how you developed the habits and behaviors
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training but also through her caring spirit,” said John Feehan, Executive Director YWCA Greater Newburyport. “Dolan’s volunteer work with the YWCA since 2002 has helped residents get back on their feet and empowered them to live better, more secure, lives.” Community Champion, Nancy McCarthy, Co-owner of Natural High Fitness Club in Newburyport, works to empower women from a slightly different angle, unleashing the inner athlete in everyone she meets, and providing the inspiration they need to achieve improved physical strength and endurance no matter how far along they are on their fitness journey. Recognizing the power of the mind-body connection, McCormack has made it her mission to mentor women who’ve spent years, even decades, cheering others on from the sidelines, but have largely sat things out thinking they don’t have what it takes to be an athlete. Through her wildly popular Couch to 5K program, boot camp and personal training program, McCormack has changed those attitudes and transformed the
lives of countless women who’ve shown up and laced up to participate in her tried and true program. “I’m really honored,” said Nancy McCarthy, Natural High Fitness. “Of all the things to be recognized for, this really fits in with what my mission has been - it’s got to do with getting people to believe in themselves, so they can see their potential and believe they can do it. I see wonderful changes in people through their dedication to fitness and living a healthier lifestyle. It’s amazing to be part of that improved self-esteem and newly found pride. “She’s an amazing human being,” said Harnch-Grady YWCA Health and Wellness Director Ilene HarnchGrady. “She inspires everybody to believe that they can be successful in their pursuit of a healthy lifestyle. The YWCA will present these Community Champion Awards Wednesday, April 10, at the 4th Annual Engaging Communities Luncheon, being held at 11:30 a.m. at the Elks Club, at 25 Low Street. For more information on the luncheon go to www.ywcanewburyport.org, or call (978) 465-9922.
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Triton Upper School Merger Dead On Arrival Continued from page 1
Eight members of the School Committee without a single comment voted unanimously to allow the superintendent to withdraw the proposal. Farmer was clearly unhappy. He called the report by the special committee appointed to study the merger as “unfortunate” and “disappointing.” The 16-member committee almost unanimously opposed the merger. Only one member supported the merger, but said he would vote with the majority. Three members of the committee abstained from voting. “The committee based its opinion in part on student achievement data and dropout rates they reviewed,” the report stated. “They found the student achievement scores to be good and dropout rates to be low compared to similar districts in Massachusetts. So in their opinion it there was not an alarming academic problem, there was no need to move to a change they considered extensive and potentially disruptive.” The committee believed that some issues the superintendent raised were worthy of further review. Farmer agreed that there is a lot of “common ground,” and said he would develop a list of items to present to the School Committee for further review at its meeting this week. He said he needed some time to get this thoughts together. The committee acknowledged that
there are some transition issues for ninth grade students. But it argued that “transition is a vital part of the learning process, and we need to provide the tools and support for students to manage transition throughout their K-12 career,” the report said. It suggested that the schools find a way to identify students who are struggling with transition and give them additional support, while allowing other students “to blossom” through the transition process. Specifically, the committee recommended the two schools implement common polices and procedures regarding attendance, grading, scheduling and rules. It also recommended that teachers be given common planning time at all levels. Several committee members favored creating a freshman team or freshman academy to help with transition from the middle school to high school. And they wanted better orientation programs for all students. Carla Panciera, a member of the committee, told the School Committee that Hamilton/Wenham Schools, which combined its middle and high schools two years ago, have been disappointed in the results. “It did not accomplish what they wanted it to,” Panciera said. “They consider it a failed experiment.” Darlene Doucot of Rowley said she thought the schools should move toward merger “in small steps.”
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Wayne Capolupo has brought to the beach, which he called the “best beach in the world.” But some of the improvements Capolupo pushed through almost didn't happen because of government regulations, he said. Other beach property owners have not made improvements while they have waited on the Thompson Group to buy their property. Now many of those options are about to expire. Property owners are tired of waiting and may begin to fix up their properties. “Some people have not painted for years thinking they were selling their homes,” he said. Small businesses are also sprouting up along the beach, he said. “I think that is how the town will grow.” If elected Selectman, Laffely said he would work to improve communications between the town's residents and town officials, particularly explaining more clearly where the taxpayers' money goes. “There seems to be a fee for everything,” he said. “People question why they have to pay a fee for somethings that should be covered by taxes. They wonder what am I paying taxes for? Well, to balance the budget.” He admits he does not have all the answers, but feels his professional
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THURSDAY, APRIL 11th HOW TO GO TO COLLEGE… WITHOUT GOING BROKE! College Planning Services will present a FREE dinner seminar on college financing on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at the Sylvan Street Grille, 195 Elm Street, Salisbury MA from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. At this dinner seminar you will learn tips on how to maximize your free scholarship money and which colleges have the most scholarship money to distribute. Reservations are required. Space is limited. Please sign up at www.CollegePlanningServices. org or call John DeLorey of College Planning Services at 978-462-1666. SATURDAY, APRIL 13th WEST NEWURY TOWN CLEAN UP See Sunday, Apruk 14th. SATURDAY MORNING BIRDING Weekly trip with experienced leaders in a search for avian activity in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. For beginners and birders of all skill levels. Saturday, April 13, 9:00–11:30 am. Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Adults $10 ; Children ages 8 and up $7. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www. massaudubon.org/joppaflats.
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is a wonderful tool for capturing the environment around you quickly. The first part of the class will be spent indoors learning and practicing with pencil. After lunch, we’ll work outdoors, weather permitting, and practice with pen and ink, colored pencils, and even watercolors. A list of materials to bring will be sent. : Saturday, April 13, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. FEE: $46 ($39/ GORILLA COMING TO Mass Audubon members). Advance IPSWICH registration is required; call 978-887The 9th Annual Chase the Gorilla 9264. Down Argilla 5K is slated for Saturday, April 13th at 9 a.m. Start and finish AMAZING AMPHIBIANS is at the Ipswich Y. “We expect over For families with children 6 years 300 runners as usual for this popular and older. Spring is the season when 5k” according to Race Director Terry frogs, toads, and salamanders return to Gauthier, “runners enjoy this relatively the wetlands to lay their eggs. Join us flat and fast course which involves 13 as we search the sanctuary’s wetlands turns including our own Heartbreak and woodlands for amphibians on Rd. stretch”. Kid’s Fun Run is at 10 the move. We’ll also visit a vernal a.m. as the kids get a chance to chase pool where we should be able to find A “Argy” the Gorilla around Rotary Park large masses of wood frog and spotted field. Following the race kid’s can salamander eggs. Saturday, April 13, participate in “Healthy Kid’s Day” 2:00-3:30 p.m. FEE: $9/adults, $7/ featuring a variety of activities inside children (discount for Mass Audubon and out! members). Advance registration is required; call 978-887-9264 or register GENEALOGY WORKSHOP AT online at www.massaudubon.org/ IPSWICH PUBLIC LIBRARY ipswichriver. As part of the Ipswich Reads . . . One Book! program, Ipswich Public Library BEAN SUPPAH will host a genealogy workshop on The Merrimac Lions Club will be Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 12:00 holding its 34th year, “Bean Suppah” noon to 1:00 p.m. The workshop will on Saturday, April 13th, from 4:30pm be held in the Collins Room, on the to 6:30pm at the Merrimac Senior lower level of Ipswich Public Library, Center, 100 East Main St, Merrimac. and the presenter will be Janice Fortado, Adults $8.00, Children (Ages 5-10) an Ipswich resident, who has been $3.00, under age 5 are free. Advance involved with genealogical research tickets available at: Merrimac Senior for 30 years. For more information, Center, Common Grounds, 101 East contact Paula Grillo, Adult Services Main St, or any Merrimac Lions Club Librarian, at 978-356-6648. Member for $1.00 discount through B April 12th. INTRODUCTION TO FIELD SKETCHING SUNDAY, APRIL 14th Join Sandy McDermott to learn the art of field sketching. Field sketching Continued on page 10
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GEORGETOWN - Erie 4 Bingo Night, 474 North St Bingo night will be held Thursday, April 18th. Doors open 6pm, Play starts at 7. 16 "regular" games, $4 minimum admission = 6 cards Community Connections additional cards 3/$1. 4 "special" games including 2 50/50 games, door prizes, refreshments available including hot dogs. FREE one item or entire estate COFFEE Over 45 Years Experience Buying Antiques Throughout New England -----------------------------------------------------------GROVELAND - The volunteers and trustees of the Langley-Adams Library seek used books, DVDs, and CDs for the upcoming spring book sale. Doing some spring cleaning? Why not drop those books off at the library? Thanks to the construction students at Whittier Tech the library now has a storage shed for its donations. Call ahead (978-372-1732) and staff will meet you at the shed to help unload We Buy anything old: Large Pieces donations. Donations will be accepted until Thurs., May 2. The Book Sale is May 3-5 at Groveland Town Hall. All book sale proceeds such as antique Furniture, rugs, • fund future library programs for kids, teens, and adults. Paintings; smalls such as China, old -----------------------------------------------------------Clocks, Vintage toys & dolls, etc. GROVELAND - Langley-Adams Library has some fun programs coming up at the library for April vacation! Tuesday, April 16thWe are always buying any form of 10:30am All ages- Storyteller,Jackson Gillman presents On A Wing & A Song.(Sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council & The Gold & silver (sterling) or Coins. Groveland Cultural Council) Please register. Tuesday, April 17th- 2pm•-TEENS Gr. 6-12th- Recyclable•Jewelry Program. Make bracelets with water bottles! Please sign-up. Wednesday, April 17th- 2pm-All Ages- Bird Walk with Richard Lombard at Veasey Memorial Park. Thursday, April 18th- 3pm All ages- Decorate bird houses. Sign-up required.(Sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council & The Groveland Cultural Council) (978)372-1732 www.langleyadamslib.org -----------------------------------------------------------eter arswell ntiques IPSWICH - In celebration of Spring, The Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd., Ipswich, will host a free open house on Sunday, May 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The schedule of events includes lawn games, a may pole dance, a Montserrat College of Art student sculpture exhibit, 500 Pond Hill road, strafford, nH 03884 a family treasure hunt and more. Castle Hill’s 59-room mansion the Great House will be open for self-guided tours and refreshments. Call 603-332-4264 or 603-496-3214 Additionally, The Crane Estate’s summer camp SummerQuest will join the fun with their own open house and scheduled camp games. member new Hampshire antique dealers assn. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic and spend the day. However, White Farms Ice Cream and Sal’s Pizza will be on site selling from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Visitors are asked to please leave furry friends at home. Visit www.thetrustees.org or call 978.356.4351 for the day’s complete schedule and additional information. -----------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - Parker River National Wildlife Refuge is seeking recruits for its Youth Conservation Corps Program this summer. Four positions are available this year; two for boys and two for girls. Participants will work 40 hours per week for eight weeks and earn the current minimum wage. ($8.00/hr.) Dates for the program are June 24 - August 16, 2013. Candidates must commit to the full 8 week program. The objectives of the Youth Conservation Corps, a nationwide program, are threefold: to accomplish needed conservation work on public land, to provide gainful employment for 15 through 18 year olds of all social, economic, ethnic and racial backgrounds, and to develop an understanding and appreciation of the nation’s natural environment and heritage. This year’s crew will work on such projects as NOW ENROLLING APRIL VACATION WEEK boardwalk repairs, brushing trails, erecting fences and assisting with the stations biological program. To be eligible for the YCC Program, Accelerated 5 Day Class enrollees must be at least 15 but not have reached 19 years of age during the term of employment, be a U.S. resident, have a Social Security Monday-Friday, April 15th-19th, 9am-4pm number, and a desire and ability to work outdoors. Applications and information may be obtained at Parker River National Wildlife Reserve your seat... 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for interested parents on Wednesfor interested parents on Wednesfor interested parents on Wednesday, April 24 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. day, April 24 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. day, April 24 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. The Open House will include an The Open House will include an The Open House will include an introduction to Montessori educaintroduction to Montessori educaintroduction to Montessori educa- Cedardale / Groveland Summer Day Camp tion and tours of the school. tion and tours of the school. tion and tours of the school. Camp Denison, Georgetown, MA Opening in the Fall of 1971, NMS Opening in the Fall of 1971, NMS Opening in the Fall of 1971, NMS Phone: 978.372.2622 20 Bare Hill Rd. Groveland, MA. 01834 is one of the longest established is one of the longest established is one of the longest established 978-948-8696 • www.thetowncommon.com • advertise@thetowncommon.c Community Theater Nature schools Crafon t theArt Montessori schools on the North Montessori North Montessori schools on the North Areand youenrolls looking for something Shore and enrolls children from 2 Shore and enrolls children from 2 Shore children from 2 for your children to do this - 973 - 6553 summer, in athrough safe environment that is fun and exciting? years 9 months through Kinderyears 9978 months through Kinderyears 9 months Kindergarten. The goal of a Montessori garten. The goal of a Montessori garten. The goal of a Montessori We have what you and your child are looking for, which is......... wswcampinfo@gmail.com education is to provide a nurturing education is to provide a nurturing education is to provide a nurturing www.workshopinthewoods.org environment that supports each environment that supports each environment that supports each child?s academic and social dechild?s academic and social dechild?s academic and social development and stimulates creative, velopment and stimulates creative, velopment and stimulates creative, independent learning. independent learning. independent learning. One of the hallmarks of NMS One of the hallmarks of NMS One of the hallmarks of NMS is a profound respect for children, is a profound respect for children, is a profound respect for children, for the environment and for the for the environment and for the for the environment and for the planet. planet. planet. Dr. Maria Montessori, Italy’s first Dr. Maria Montessori, Italy’s first Dr. Maria Montessori, Italy’s first female doctor, has had a profound female doctor, has had a profound female doctor, has had a profound influence on education over the influence on education over the influence on education over the past century. The Montessori curpast century. The Montessori curpast century. The Montessori cursessions riculum2istwo-week now implemented on six riculum is now implemented on six riculum is now implemented on six www.cedardale.com FridayeffeccontinentsMonday and has -proven continents and has proven effeccontinents and has proven effecSwimming Special Events tive across cultural tive across cultural boundaries and tive across cultural boundaries andMini Golf 9 am -boundaries 4 pm and socioeconomic levels. socioeconomic levels. socioeconomic levels. Rec. Sports Tennis Drama (July 8 - July 19) Please call us at 978-462-7165 if Please call us at 978-462-7165 if PleaseArts call us& at 978-462-7165 if Theme Weeks Archery Crafts 22 -toAug 2) you need(July directions the school. you need directions to the school. you need directions to the school.
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WEST NEWURY TOWN CLEAN UP It's that time of year again. The annual West Newbury town cleanup weekend takes place April 13&14. Our aim is to remove the trash along the streets. Bags and gloves will be available in front of the FoodMart. Wear protective clothing against ticks and poison ivy (which will still be nascent). Please leave the filled bags beside the road for pickup by our town the following Monday. As usual, a lot of trash has accumulated and needs to be removed. Please help spiff up our beautiful town .
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MIGRATION HIGHLIGHTS Birder’s Certificate Program graduate Ann Gurka talks about trends in migration over the past ten years. Wednesday, April 17, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Fee: $4. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www. massaudubon.org/joppaflats.
CRAFTERNOON WITH RANI Join us as we learn to make a fun seasonal craft with the craft-maven, Rani MacNeal. Supplies will be provided for this free class! All ages are welcome, and some caregiver participation and help will be required. Please register at 978-465-0539, as space will be limited. This class will occur here on a monthly basis! Wednesday April 17th at 1:30 PM Newbury Town Library, Lunt St, SONGS OF THE CIVIL WAR Byfield. Call 978-465-0539 for more CONCERT information. The Ipswich Public Library will present Roger Tincknell performing WINE & CHEESE FUNDRAISER Civil War era songs on Wednesday, Recycle This April 17th 4:00pm- 7:00pm at the April 17th, at 7:00PM in the Collins PHOTOGRAPHING WILDLIFE Newspaper Designed for beginner to Amesbury Senior Community Center. Meeting Room. The evening’s program at the Nicholas J. Costello will be presented chronologically with intermediate photographers and the all Located Share Gift Transportation Center, 68 Elm Street songs chosen alternately from the types of cameras, this fiof eld class with Reading naturalist and photographer Bob Amesbury, MA. The Amesbury Union and the Confederacy. Families Speare will cover various camera Caregiver Essentials (ACE) program are encouraged to attend. Recycle This Newspaper settings and compositional techniques is hosting a Wine and Cheese Tasting that will make your wildlife shots fundraiser. All proceeds will benefit the WEDNESDAY EVENING come alive. There is an abundance of ACE program, which provides support LECTURE caregivers in Amesbury and the nine Ipswich Museum, 54 South Main wildlife on the sanctuary to providethe us to Share Gift surrounding communities. Please stop Street, Ipswich will host its monthly of Reading with opportunities for photographs. by and purchase your tickets for $10 at Wednesday Evening Lecture on April Sunday, April 14, 1:00-4:00 p.m. FEE: $30 ($25/Mass Audubon 68 Elm Street, Amesbury, MA 01913. 17 at 7:30 pm. Local nautical history Recycle This isNewspaper Tickets will also be sold at the door. researcher, Paul Valcour, will present members). Advance registration required; call 978-887-9264 or register For more information please contact “Boatbuilding in Ipswich: A History online at www.massaudubon.org/ Annmary Connor, COA Director from World War II to Present.” First Ashley Stuart, ACE program Ipswich Bank generously sponsors the ipswichriver. Share the or Gift Coordinator. Wednesday Evening Lecture Series. of Reading Refreshments served. Price: $10 for WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17th WEDNESDAY EVENING non-members; free to members and Recycle This Newspaper LECTURE: A DECADE OF MAY audience participants. WEDNESDAY MORNING
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From a slow period in the dead of winter (Thanksgiving to January 1st) to now has seen a dramatic increase in real estate activity. The “fiscal cliff” was averted and buyers are out there looking and more importantly, buying. Sellers realize that with low inventory their home faces little to no competition if priced and marketed correctly. Home sales in 2012 were up 18 percent over 2011, according to data released January 24 by The Warren Group. Prices are up too, posting their biggest monthly increase since 2005. The median sale price in December hit $300,000, up from $267,000 in December 2011. In all, 46,887 home sales were recorded last year, compared to 50,724 in 2006. December home sales were up 8 percent, compared to December 2011, and fourth quarter sales were up 13 percent, compared to the fourth quarter of 2011. The Massachusetts Association of Realtors released its own data January 24, showing a spike in residential real estate activity last year. "December capped off a very active year in 2012 as the real estate market in Massachusetts made significant progress towards recovery," Now that the market has leveled off and buyers can’t say “the house we just saw is nice but we are going away for a month and we will make an offer when we get back”, here are some important factors to consider when selling in this market: Condition: While some
buyers realize that the only thing they can afford is a home that needs work or unless you are flipping a home, very few buyers want a home that isn’t in move in condition. If your property does need updating, you should do what it takes to make it the most saleable. It is worth the money to remove old wallpaper, paint, replace carpet, and replace the roof if it's almost at the end of its life. Just saying “the buyer is going to want to decide what kind of paint or carpet they want”. Maybe true, but you will have to go through a number of buyers before finding the one willing to overlook the torn and stained carpet or unfinished trim work. There are exceptions to every rule so as always, it's a good idea to discuss your home and your plans with your listing agent before getting started. Price: You want to have the best price on the market. That doesn't necessarily mean the lowest price, it means the best value for the money. You want a price that is going to attract buyers. If you price your home too high nobody will look at it. The “we can always come down” doesn’t always work. Find a price with your REALTOR® that makes sense. If you have a local REALTOR® that has sales consult him or her. What you paid for your home or what your neighbors sold their home for last year is irrelevant when deciding on your asking price. Factors you and your REALTOR® should consider are your home's current condition, the
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