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The Battle of the Great Marsh By Stewart Lytle, Reporter ––––––––––––––––– from Cape Ann to the New Hampshire border, is a 14square-mile area that is visited yearly by about 70 percent of the migratory birds in the eastern flyway. It is a unique estuary, where fresh and ocean waters mix, providing a habitat for countless species. The enemy is the Photo by Stewart Lytle phragmite australis, a The Great Marsh off Rte 1. plant that has taken over REGIONAL – There is a battle hundreds of acres in the Great going on out in the Great Marsh. Marsh in the past 30 years. Probably a native of Europe, the At stake is the future of the more phragmite flourishes in both fresh than 20,000 acres of coastal and seawater. It grows as tall as 15 habitat along the North Shore feet with roots that are three to four that is considered one of the most times deeper than native marsh ecologically important salt marsh plants. Once established, its thick systems in New England. The battleground, which ranges Continued on page 2
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Mrs Romanus 4th Grade class collected 1041 box tops at Pine Grove Elementary School this year! The entire school collected 13,111 Box Tops total! Bottom row (l-r): Stone Butler, Claudia Umanita, Sara Winnick, Sarah Harrington, Shayla Piaseczynski, and Christopher Pelletier Middle row: Alexander Sharpe, Trevor Quigley, Andrew Masher, Jessica Manganello, Connor Howland, and Larry Markos Top row: Bianca Bocchetti, Heidi Ernst, Brendan Dennis, Graham Stedfast, Cameron Cummings, & Patrick Costello
Triton Spring Musical Wins Top Honors Massachusetts Educational Theatre Guild/ Broadway in Boston High School Mu s i c a l Awards. It was the fi rst year that Photo by Stewart Lytle the award Triton students in the production of 'Anything Goes.' has been TRITON – It has been a terrific presented. So Triton, for at least year for the Triton High School's a year, is the only school in the music and drama department, commonwealth to have won this topped off last week by the award. announcement that its Spring In addition to winning the Musical, the production of Cole award for best production, Haley Porter's Anything Goes, was named Flo Crowley, a senior who played Best Production in the state by the the role of “Bonnie,” was named
By Stewart Lytle, Reporter ––––––––––––––––– Best Supporting Actress. The Medal at the state Instrumental and director, Jessica Harms was named Choral Conductors Association Best Director. And the cast was Marching Band Finals. named Best Choral Ensemble with The high school's Women's direction from Holly Libert and Choir won the gold medal from Sue Densmore. the same statewide association's “This is really cool,” said choral festival, while the middle Densmore, who is the program school's Select Choir won a Gold coordinator. “It really caps off quite Medal. a year of wonderful productions by The Winter Color Guard placed all of our groups. From our great third in New England Scholastic senior class and their leadership Band Association's Winter Guard to our up-and-coming freshmen, Finals. The Winter Percussion also it has been quite a year for Triton won third place at the NESBA Arts.” Percussion Finals. Densmore, a 25-year veteran The Way Station, an original of the arts department, was not play, written by staff and students, exaggerating. Triton Arts have advanced to the semi-finals in the been on a roll this year. Theatre Guild's Drama Festival Continued on page 3 The Marching Band won a Silver
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stalks block out the sun and its leaves create a mat on the ground. Both prevent native marsh plants from growing. “The density of phragmites is quite extensive,” said Dr. Greg Moore, an associate researcher for the University of New Hampshire, in a video about the challenge the plant presents to the Great Marsh. Phragmites are alarming to birdwatchers and duck hunters as well as conservation and environmental groups. These organizations and individuals have joined forces to fight phragmite infiltration by spreading the word about its threat to the Great Marsh. The Gulf of Maine Council on Marine Environment recognized last week one of the local warriors in the fight to preserve the Great Marsh. Newbury Selectman Geoffrey Walker, who has dedicated much of his life to protecting the salt marsh, was awarded the Longard Volunteer Award by the Gulf of Maine Council for his “tireless contribution to the Eight Towns and the Great Marsh Committee and the Great Marsh Revitalization Task Force to ensure access to a healthy and well-managed marsh ecosystem.” The eight cities and towns are Amesbury, Essex, Gloucester, Ipswich, Newburyport, Newbury, Salisbury, Rockport and Rowley. The Longard award is given each year in memory of Art Longard, a founding member, to honor one volunteer’s commitment to programs dedicated to environmental protection and natural resources sustainability within the marine and watershed environments of the Gulf of Maine. Walker was selected for the TOWN OF ROWLEY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Case #13.04
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A Public Hearing will be held at the Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, on Thursday, 6/20/2013 at 7:15 p.m. to act on an application received 5/22/2013 from George Haseltine, 66 Gilcreast Rd, Londonderry, NH. Applicant is requesting a finding/special permit from the Board of Appeals for the construction of a single family dwelling as per GLc.40A,s 6,1. The property is 34 Pleasant Street, located in the Outlying district and is shown on Assessors’ Map 24, Lot 89. At the public hearing, members of the public may ask questions and present evidence that supports either the approval or denial of this petition. Donald W. Thurston – Chairman
award this year, according to the award letter, because of his “efforts to promote an appreciation and respect of local heritage and traditions” that have propelled his work “to the forefront in the field of conservation.” Walker, a lifelong conservationist and a Newbury selectman for the last four years, was commended for “your efforts to promote and restore marsh habitat through removal of tidal restrictions, combating invasive marsh plants, and restoring oysters and eelgrass in the Great Marsh,” Walker’s award letter states. Walker's dedication to preserving the Great Marsh has been recognized before. In 2006, the state dedicated a section of the marsh in Salisbury as the Geoffrey H. Walker Salisbury Marsh Overlook in the Salisbury Wildlife Management Area. Walker has worked with environmental groups to fight the invasive grasses he believes are transforming the Great Marsh and its natural habitats. The invasive grasses are primarily the phragmites. “Very few people know about phragmites,” said Peter Phippen, coastal coordinator for the eight towns and Great Marsh Committee, in a new video. “They pass by the stands every day, yet most people don't know its name or the problems it causes or how fast it spreads,” To educate the public about the threat of the phragmites, several Great Marsh protection groups have joined forces to raise money needed to produce videos about the threat to the marsh. The videos will be posted on-line at YouTube and used to educate school children and civic groups in the area. The promoters are using an online fundraising campaign to raise $8,000. According to the web site, www.straddles.com, the project has raised about $1,600 toward the goal it would like to reach by June 26. Straddles Production, named for the cedar poles which were driven into the bog to support cut hay in the marsh, is the creation of Richard Hydren of Rowley. Hayden, an art director for several Boston advertising agencies, is producing the videos on the threat of the phragmites. In addition to raising the money, he is collecting what he describes as “a hay stack full of stories about the Great Marsh.” To learn more about the threat phragmites present to the marsh, to tell Hayden your stories about the Great Marsh or to donate to the cause, visit www.straddles. com.
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6:30pm to 7:30pm. For first time participants, the 6pm orientation session is recommended. The instructor is Joyce Haydock, Dharma Teacher with the Kwan Um School of Zen (KUSZ) for more than 22 years. Zen is a way of living, a way to perceive one's life with a clear mind and to better understand your true Self. Over time, with support, one works to attain a clear compassionate mind which, moment to moment, is able to help all beings. For more information, contact Joyce Haydock at 978-363-5457. Free and open to the public TUESDAY, JUNE 25th GOOGLE EARTH The Newburyport Public Library invites you to experience armchair travel like never before during "Google Earth with Dennis Dixon" on Tuesday, June 25 at 2:00 pm in our Program Room. Mr. Dixon will show tips and tricks for navigating this free, downloadable program, which shows satellite imagery of everything from ocean floors to outer space. For more information, please call 978-4654428 ext. 242 or email npl@mvlc. org.
www.TheTownCommon.com young adult novel by Kami Garcia will be shown at Ipswich Public Library on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The movie takes place in a small Southern town, where Ethan and Lena discover dark secrets about their families and their town. The program is free and open to all young people 13 and older. It will be shown in the air-conditioned Collins Room on the lower level of the library, and popcorn and soft drinks will be served. For more information, contact Young Adult Librarian Paula Grillo at 978-356-6648. COMEDY SHOWCASE On Tuesday, June 25th The Winner's Circle and Scamps Comedy Productions will celebrate the four year anniversary of their weekly stand up comedy showcase. This important milestone will be marked with a special night of comedy and fun. The show will be hosted by Salisbury favorite Tony Moschetto, and will feature a great mix of comedians from throughout New England. There will also be give-aways and surprises. Showtime will be 8pm, and admission (as always) will be free. The Winner's Circle, 35 Elm St. (Rt. 110), Salisbury, MA.
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The basic goal of any dental practice is to diagnose and treat dental problems. However, there is much more that your dentist thinks about every day when it comes to daily practice. I recently read a dental consulting blog that posed five questions for dentists to consider about their individual practices. Below are the questions and my response to how your dentist might respond. Do you comprehensively diagnose each patient based on the type of care you would want your own loved ones to receive? We were trained in school and continue our education with a rigorous post-graduate schedule to be able to diagnose and provide the best care we can for our patients. It is our job to examine, diagnose and explain the condition of your mouth to you. Diagnosis of “problems” does not mean you have to commit to treatment. Diagnosis means discovering and explaining why things are the way they are and what the
benefits are of treating issues vs. the risks of not treating. Our goal is for you to understand your dental health so that you can be an active participant in the decision making process. Imagine that a clinician you highly respect is standing beside you in the operatory as you diagnose. Are you confident that you would identify the same dental issues he or she would? This question reinforces the need for continuing the education process throughout our careers. There is always so much to learn. When we were in school, patients knew they were in a learning facility. They knew that it was our job to diagnosis comprehensively because we were under the watchful eye of instructors. Private practice should be no different. We do not diagnose pocketbooks, we diagnose dental problems. We want open communication and discussion. We do not want you to ever feel pressured into treatment. Entering into treatment is your decision. Does your facility (decor, equipment, technology, etc.) reflect the value of the treatment you provide? To maintain a warm and inviting environment, as well as keeping with the highest standards in cleanliness and appearance, dental offices typically need to be overhauled every 10 years or so. Technology is great but should only be
introduced when it is crystal clear it is in the best interest of our patients. Do your patients leave your practice fully understanding the treatment they need, why they need it, and how they are going to pay for it? As stated earlier, our goal is to diagnose and explain the existing condition of your dental health and for you to fully understand the benefits of treatment vs. the risks of no treatment or compromised treatment. Part of this discussion should always be the fees involved and options for payment to further your ability to make decisions about the care you choose for yourself. Are you confident that your team talks to patients about their dental health in the same way you do? Dental team members should understand their doctor’s philosophy of care and reinforce this with patients. There are often options for treatment. Patients should talk with dental team members about their options and opinions regarding their dental health. Dr. St. Clair maintains a private dental practice in Rowley and Newburyport dedicated to health-centered family dentistry. If there are certain topics you would like to see written about or questions you have please email them to him at jpstclair@dentalhealthforlife.com. You can view all previously written columns at www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com/blog.
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Senior Transition Assistance Team WHAT IS THE SRES DESIGNATION A Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), is a Realtor who has gone through specialized training and has been certified by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) to address the unique needs of our senior citizens and counsel them through major financial and lifestyle transitions A SRES designee along with the special training received, continues to receive regular updates and continued training in this field through the NAR. Both Andrea and I have completed this course and have earned the SRES designation and we continue to receive updated training as is becomes available.
ANDREA & NEIL ANASTAS SRES REALTORS (Senior Real Estate Specialist)
We welcome the opportunity to be of assistance to you and your family during this transition and invite you to give us a call to arrange a time that we can meet and discuss your specific needs and goals.
Having had personal experience with our own family members in transitioning them from their lifelong homes and into Assisted Living Facilities both Andrea and I know what daunting challenges a family can face in this task. Using our skills in the real estate industry, having owned our own brokerage, and utilizing our referrals and connections, we came to the realization that families without these resources have many hurdles to climb and they too will need to rely on many trusting and capable people. To fill the needs of many seniors and their families during this transition period we have put together a team of trusted professionals who will help these families to make this as stress free as possible. Combining our real estate knowledge, the skills of an elder law attorney, and a senior move manager, we feel we have put together the perfect team to achieve the goal of making your transition a good experience. Please feel free to reach out to us for advice and consultation for your own situation. Your case is unique in your needs. You may not need to move, you may need advice on reverse mortgages, you may need a referral to an attorney or financial planner. Whatever your goals, we are here to help. No obligation, no commitment. Just impartial advice.
WHAT SERVICES DO WE PROVIDE? HOME MARKET ANALYLSIS We will provide a complimentary market analysis of your home. With this information you can determine what resources you will have through this transition and plan for the future.
ELDER LAW ADVICE Our Elder Law Attorney will act as your advisor and advocate in all of your transition needs. They will deal with your families and caregivers and will advise you in the area wills, probate, estate planning Social Security and Medicare & Medicaid laws.
SENIOR MOVE SPECIALIST We have found that the most stressful part of this transition is the move itself. Our Senior Move Specialist will assist you and your family to decide what should go, be sold, donated or discarded. Throughout this process the decision is always yours.
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