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State Representative Dawne Shand MA State Representative in the First Essex District

Today in Amesbury I toured Shea Concrete, one of New England’s largest precast concrete manufacturers and a multigenerat...
10/22/2026

Today in Amesbury I toured Shea Concrete, one of New England’s largest precast concrete manufacturers and a multigenerational company with a proud history and bright future. Thanks to Earl and Greg for the opportunity and the lively conversation.

SALISBURY – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing temporary shoulder closures along Rou...
10/20/2026

SALISBURY – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing temporary shoulder closures along Route 1A (North End Boulevard) between Beach Road and the New Hampshire State Line. Daily shoulder closures will be in place Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., effective immediately through Friday, November 6.

These closures are necessary to allow crews to safely and efficiently perform crosswalk improvements at 17 locations along Route 1A. Two-way traffic is anticipated to be maintained throughout the duration of the work. Parking in various areas may be prohibited for periods of time.

This work is being performed under a District-wide sidewalk contract.

Appropriate signage, law enforcement details, and advanced message boards will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.

Drivers who are traveling through the area should reduce speed and use caution.

The schedule for this work is weather-dependent and is subject to change without notice.

For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are encouraged to:
• Download the Mass511 mobile app or visit www.mass511.com to view live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions, and project information before setting out on the road. Users can subscribe to receive text and email alerts for traffic conditions.
• Dial 511 and select a route to hear real-time conditions.
• Follow on X (formerly known as Twitter) to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions.

Haunted Maudsley Theater in the Open annual event took place on a beautiful day Massachusetts Department of Conservation...
10/18/2026

Haunted Maudsley Theater in the Open annual event took place on a beautiful day Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation Maudsley State Park. So much fun!

The Merrimac Fire Department honored Michael Sloban for his 47 years of service. Couldn’t have been a better retirement ...
10/17/2026

The Merrimac Fire Department honored Michael Sloban for his 47 years of service. Couldn’t have been a better retirement party. merrimacfiredepartment thanks for letting me be a part of the milestone moment.

Starting January 1, 2027, the Trump Administration will require certain MassHealth members to work, volunteer, or be enr...
10/15/2026

Starting January 1, 2027, the Trump Administration will require certain MassHealth members to work, volunteer, or be enrolled in school to receive health care coverage from MassHealth. You may need to act to keep your coverage.

Learn more: Mass.gov/MassHealthMemberChanges

Early voting for the general election starts this Saturday, October 17th. We have many contested races and nine ballot q...
10/14/2026

Early voting for the general election starts this Saturday, October 17th. We have many contested races and nine ballot questions!

Swipe to see your polling location's availability. Make a plan to vote and make your voice heard!

Polling Locations:
Amesbury - 1 Market St
Merrimac - 2 School St
Newburyport - 331 High St
Salisbury - 5 Beach Rd

Is your small business wondering how to protect against fraud? Interested in exploring new credit options? Check out the...
10/13/2026

Is your small business wondering how to protect against fraud? Interested in exploring new credit options?

Check out these free classes, sponsored by M&T Bank and Deborah B. Goldberg, Massachusetts State Treasury.

Recently, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced a series of grants for the First Essex, totaling $6.6 million for...
10/07/2026

Recently, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced a series of grants for the First Essex, totaling $6.6 million for our 4 communities!

This funding was achieved through the Community One Stop for Growth program, a streamlined application process to get money back to our district. These community grants will provide critical funds for our local economic development, housing construction, and water infrastructure.

Thank you to Governor Maura Healey for funding our local priorities!

Community Service of NBPT brings together so many wonderful people in service to our neighbors. Great running into North...
10/06/2026

Community Service of NBPT brings together so many wonderful people in service to our neighbors. Great running into Northern Essex Comm. College’ Lane Glenn!

Thanks to the Healey-Driscoll team and the Affordable Homes Act, we are seeing real investments in affordable housing in...
10/02/2026

Thanks to the Healey-Driscoll team and the Affordable Homes Act, we are seeing real investments in affordable housing in the district.

The Brown School has been awarded $1 million for a deep energy retrofit and adaptive reuse of the historic school.

We also had a groundbreaking for the Newburyport Crossing III project, thanks to a $6.5 million investment from the Momentum Fund.

These two projects will add an additional 121 units, including 52 designated as affordable.

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P. O. Box 224
Newburyport, MA
01950

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