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Voter registration closes Oct. 24, and the state's guide to the nine ballot questions is online
By Kerry Jane How we work
Early voting runs Oct. 17 to 30. The Secretary of the Commonwealth's Information for Voters booklet is online, in audio and in five languages, and printed copies went to every household in September.
Cape Ann buses are free through the end of the year. Here is how to ride.
By Kerry Jane How we work
Regular CATA bus routes cost nothing through Dec. 31, and Dial-a-Ride and ADA rides stay free through 2027. A new Current tool puts the train and bus schedules in one place.
Crosscurrents: Libraries are essential when money is tight
Sent in by a reader. We confirmed the details listed under Sources before publishing. How we work
Asked which town service to protect no matter what, a Manchester-by-the-Sea reader picked the library.
Nine court pickleball club on Whittemore Street returns to Gloucester's zoning board Thursday, with parking the big question
By Kerry Jane How we work
The plan would replace two old brick office buildings with a two building club, a cafe and 39 parking spaces. Board members said the zoning rules point to about 160. Seven people spoke for it in August and 15 against.
In his own words: Gil Frieden, candidate for state representative
By Kerry Jane How we work
The Essex candidate in the Fifth Essex race answers the Current's questionnaire on housing, the waterfront, climate, school funding, transportation, his first bill and all nine ballot questions.
Gloucester city offices close Monday, Oct. 12, and the clerk's office pauses regular business Oct. 30 for the election
By Kerry Jane How we work
City Hall closes for Columbus Day and reopens Tuesday, Oct. 13. On Friday, Oct. 30, the last day of early voting, the City Clerk's office will handle only election business.
Cape Ann Votes: Your guide to the Nov. 3 election is live
By Kerry Jane How we work
Where and when to vote in each town, a Gloucester polling place map, every race on the Cape Ann ballot, the nine statewide questions and who is paying to pass or defeat them, all in one place.
Crosscurrents: At Good Harbor, more dogs and fewer gulls
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A Gloucester reader noticed something different on the beach on a sunny October day, and has a suggestion for the city.
Manchester's flu clinic for adults 18 and older is Oct. 7
Cape Ann Current Staff How we work
The Board of Health's standard dose clinic runs 9 a.m. to noon at the American Legion Hall. Appointments are required.
Rockport planners start drafting rules for tiny houses
Cape Ann Current Staff How we work
Voters' approval of a state 'Seasonal Community' designation in April means the town must allow homes of up to 400 square feet, and year-round housing on smaller lots, within two years.
Gloucester sets early voting hours for the Nov. 3 election
Cape Ann Current Staff How we work
Early voting at City Hall starts Oct. 17. The registration deadline is Oct. 24, and mail voters must return both cards of this year's two-card ballot.
Gloucester Republican wins Governor's Council ballot spot as a write-in
Cape Ann Current Staff How we work
William Falcetano will face incumbent Democrat Eunice Delice Zeigler of Methuen for the 5th District seat on Nov. 3.
Manchester board member asks what happens if a cyberattack gets through
Cape Ann Current Staff How we work
Vice Chair Catherine Bilotta asked for a briefing on the town's backup plans, pointing to recent technology outages in Springfield and Everett.