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TRITON – In the fi rst-ever mock trial with Triton students, Alexa Reilly will go on trial March 6th for buying alcohol for a minor.

Of course, Reilly, a junior and the daughter of Nicole Reilly, a successful criminal attorney, is only play acting. She was drafted by her mother to help 14 seventh and eighth graders learn what really goes on in court.

“I am so proud of these students. At fi rst, I wasn't sure if they would be able to handle preparing for a trial at such a young age, but they have been remarkable. Th ey have remained enthusiastic and are asking some really thoughtful, intelligent questions,” Nicole

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SALISBURY – Police Chief Th omas Fowler knows from years of experience that too many teenagers and young adults get hooked on drugs by raiding their parents' or grandparents' medicine cabinet.

But just dumping the unwanted medications down the toilet creates a danger to the local ground water, which everyone drinks.

So Fowler, Public Health Director John Morris and Elizabeth Pettis, director of the Council on Aging, have joined forces to encourage residents to drop off any unwanted medications in a new drop box at the Police Department. Th e drop box in the lobby is “very heavy,” Fowler said. “No one can carry it out.”

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programming, was suggested to Reilly by a person who was familiar with a similar mock trail training program in Lawrence. Th at mock trial program, affi liated with the District Court in Lawrence, was built around a civil case.

Given Reilly's background in criminal defense, she and Triton social studies teacher Justine Benson changed it to a criminal case and one that the students could get excited about.

Th e case, which will be heard by Presiding Judge Peter Doyle at the Newburyport District Court, involves procuring alcohol for a minor during a 21st birthday

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Th e department will accept prescription medications, patches, ointments, over the counter drugs, vitamins, prescription samples, and even prescriptions for pets.

He said Marshall Tom Howard in Newburyport, which has had a drop off program, told him that he will be surprised at how many drugs will be turned in.

Once collected, the police department will dispose of these drugs by burning them in an incinerator, much like it does for seizures of illegal drugs, Fowler said.

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Mock Court Helps Students Learn About the Lawparty in a private home. A car accident resulted because the under-aged person allegedly drove under the infl uence of alcohol.

Th e jury will consist of parents, teachers and friends.

During her “trial,” Alexa Reilly said she planned just to plead the 5th Amendment.

When the students gather on Wednesday afternoons after school for 10 weeks, they are divided evenly into two teams – one for the prosecution, another for the defense team.

Together they are working on opening statements, questions for witnesses, reviewing the evidence and preparing for closing arguments to the jury.

Th e key question that both the prosecution and defense were working on in this case is whether the defendant knew that the person she was buying the alcohol for was under-aged.

As part of their trial preparation, the group toured the Newburyport District Court and met Judge Michael Ulharik. Th ey also took a guided tour with some of Reilly's friends and got to ask the judge questions.

“He was extremely gracious in answering all of the questions from the group,” Reilly said.

Caroline Hazelton, who is on the prosecution team, said she signed up for the mock trial because being a lawyer “is one of

my career options.”Molly Gagnon and Justin

Flodman said the mock trial program had awakened an interest in considering the law as a profession.

Jacob Gabrian, who is also on the prosecution team, said he has no interest in being a lawyer. He joined the group “because it seemed like fun.” And it is, he said.

Hannah Reilly, one of Nicole Reilly's twin daughters in the eighth grade, admitted that she joined the group to “make my mother happy. I like the law. But I

am more interested in art.”At the defense table, Lion Gay-

Killeen said she loves playing lawyer. “It makes you think. It is fun trying to fi gure things out.”

Isabella St. Arnaolt had a more personal reason for learning how

to conduct a trial. “I have tried to argue with my parents. Th is helps me learn how to win those arguments,” she said, admitting that she often wins arguments with her father, but not her mother.

Noelle Indingaro agreed that it has helped her to learn how to organize her arguments with family members. But she also likes understanding what

really happens in a trial.Ryan Farrell said the program

sounded interesting to him because he wanted to know what lawyers do. “It sounded really interesting,” he said.

And Kyle Wheeler, who wants to be a lawyer when he grows up, said, “I believe in justice. Th ere should be consequences if you break the law.” And being a member of the defense team for Reilly, he said, “If they didn't do something wrong, then I like trying to prove they are not guilty.”

society that are harmful to people that abuse drugs and it will further protect the environment and water supplies.”

Pettis said, “We will now be able to anonymously dispose of expired, unwanted medication without harming the environment.”

Using a portion of a grant, the police department has purchased a new drop box that cost $700. Fowler said he tried to get the Post Offi ce to sell him an old post box like the one the Newburyport Police Department has in its lobby for drop off prescription drugs.

But the cash-strapped U.S. Post Offi ce now sells old post boxes for about $2,000, he said.

Th e grant is for $90,000 to the Amesbury, Newburyport and Salisbury police department from the Massachusetts Executive Offi ce of Public Safety and Security and from the Edward J. Byrne Memorial Justice Grant Program.

Fowler said the grant is being divided equally among the towns and is being used to fi ght illegal drugs as well as take unwanted drugs out of homes.

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Pettis agreed. “Medication stockpiled in homes are highly susceptible to theft, misuse and abuse,” she said.

But they are also potential hazards to the elderly. “Removing those unneeded medications from their homes will help our senior citizens prevent accidental overdoses and also avoid potential medication confusion,” she said.

Th e eff orts by Salisbury and other local municipalities is part of a national trend to secure unwanted drugs, after the Center for Disease Control called the abuse of prescription drugs an “epidemic” in the U.S.

Th e Drug Enforcement Administration has scheduled a National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day to take place on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In the four previous Take-Back events, the DEA in conjunction with state,

local and tribal law enforcement partners collected more than 2 million pounds, or 1,018 tons, of prescription medications that were removed from circulation.

Two years ago, Congress passed, and President Obama signed, the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amended the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), allowing the DEA to develop responsible methods for disposal of the drugs. Prior to the passage of the Disposal Act, the CSA provided no legal means for transferring possession of controlled substance medications from users to other individuals for disposal.

Salisbury is also concerned that the medications could enter the water supply.

“Most controlled substances are created synthetically and are not removed through normal water-treatment processes,” Fowler said. Flushing medications down the toilet or drains “can result in the discharge of these substances into the environment and into our ground water supplies,” he said.

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------------------------------------------------------------HAMILTON - Th e Hamilton-Wenham Public Library's 3rd annual themed Teen Poetry Contest started February 1, and ends at midnight April 30th. Th e 2013 theme is: Nature and/or Animals. Th is contest is open to teens in grades 6 to 12,who are residents of Essex County in Massachusetts. Prize winning categories: Best Entry Grades 6-8; Best Entry Grades 9-12; Director's Choice Award; Second Place Grades 6-8; Second Place Grades 9-12; Honorable Mentions. Finalists will be notifi ed by phone or email on or about May 10th. Th e Poetry Contest Reception will be held on Th ursday, May, 16, 2013, 7pm to 8:30pm. For more information about the contest, and to fi nd the poetry contest online entry form link go to the Library's Informed Teens Poetry page: http://informedteenshwlibrary.blogspot.com or contact Kim Claire, Young Adult Librarian at [email protected] or call 978-468-5577 X14

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------------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - THE GATHERING CAFE COFFEE HOUSE - Th e spring coff ee house series will kick off on Saturday, March 2nd at 7:00 PM. Featured will be Mark Bishop Evans from the Centerpoint Community Church in Salem, NH. Being a multi-talented musician and singer/song-writer, Mark expresses his Christian faith through original songs. Opening up the evening will be the Ipswich Praise Band, the "house band" at the Crossroads Community Church in Ipswich. Th e event is free, but a free-will off ering will be taken. Location: Crossroads Community Church, 79 Turnpike Rd (Route 1), just north of Linebrook Rd in the Tri-City Sales plaza. For more information, call 781-341-2015, e-mail [email protected] or go to www.crossroadscommunity-ns.org.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT – Rabbi Avi Poupko is hosting his own radio show on local WNBP (1450 AM and 106.1 FM). Th e show, which airs Sundays at 7 a.m., is called "Radio Rabbi." Poupko will discuss everything from Jewish humor and history, headlines of the week, to reports from Israel and the Middle East. He off ers a Jewish perspective on current challenges facing this country as a whole and the Newburyport community in particular. Every week Poupko will interview a special guest and feature an “Ask the Rabbi” segment. A replay of the show is available at www.radiorabbi.podbean.com For more information, contact Rabbi Avi Poupko, [email protected]

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - Space is still available in the Chronic Pain Workshop hosted by the YWCA Greater Newburyport. Th is FREE workshop is presented by Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley and will be held at the YW’s 13 Market Street facility beginning Tuesday, March 12th and meeting every Tuesday until April 16th, 1:30 – 4:00 PM. Th e Chronic Pain workshop is for anyone who is diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, Neuropathic Pain, Post Stroke Pain, MS, IBS, Chronic Neck/Shoulder/Back Pain or other types of ongoing pain. In this workshop participants will learn how to control pain, deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, poor sleep; learn to eat well, start an exercise program and increase energy level. Chronic Pain and discomfort may limit activities you enjoy. Join the Chronic Pain workshop and start to live again! While the program is free, pre-registration is required. Please contact Connie at (978) 465-9922, Ext. 27 to reserve a space for this workshop.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - Th e Massachusetts Audubon Society’s Joppa Flats Education Center announces the opening of an exhibit featuring cutwork by artist-naturalist Denise Marks. “Paper River” will be held in the Center’s Juliet Kellogg French Room from March 3 through April 14, 2013. Th e artist will introduce her work at a free opening reception on Sunday, March 3, at 2:30 p.m. at the Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike in Newburyport. A portion of all purchases made during the exhibit helps to support Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats. COST Free INFO 978-462-9998; www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY - Th is month the Rowley Library Book Club is reading Th e Tiger’s Wife by Téa Obreht, one of Th e New Yorker’s twenty best American fi ction writers under forty. Th is National Book Award fi nalist tells the mesmerizing story of Natalia, a young doctor in an unnamed Balkan country driven to solve the mysteries surrounding her beloved grandfather’s death. As she begins to come close to the truth, the myths and secrets of those around her start to weave together with the stories her grandfather told her growing up, leading Natalia to the answers she seeks. Pick up your copy today, then join us on Th ursday, March 7 at 6:30 at the Rowley Public Library to discuss this great read! For more information, call 978-948-2850.

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WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING

Join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver for this weekly birding fi eld trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. Appropriate for all birding levels. Wednesday, February 20, 9:30 am-12:30 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $17. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats. Joppa Flats is now taking registrations for summer daycamp.

HEARING SCREENINGFREE Hearing Screening by

Mass Audiology: Wednesday, February 20th beginning at 10AM. Off ering the most current advanced technology addressing common frustrations of hearing aid wearers. Sign up for your private session to get tested and up-date any changes in your hearing and to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. Get your current hearing devices cleaned and serviced and get your evaluation at the same time. Please call the Salisbury Hilton Senior Center to schedule your private appointment at 978-462-2412.

FEBRUARY VACATION WEEK FLYBYS AT JOPPA

School and Youth Education Coordinator Lisa Hutchings off ers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities, keeping minds active and hands busy during school break. For ages 2 to 12. Adults must accompany children for this drop-in program. Dates: Wednesday, February 20, Caribbean Carnival! 10:00 am-3:00 pm; Th ursday, February 21, Open Ocean Odyssey! 10:00 am-3:00 pm; Friday, February 22, Polar Animal Party! 10:00 am– 3:00 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA. Fee: $7. Preregistration is not required.

BOOK LAUNCHWednesday, February 20th -

11:00am at the Roots to Wings Yoga Studio, 1 Lunt Street, Byfi eld, MA. From their lovely yoga studio in a renovated barn, Mike and Beth Houlihan have honored a request to launch the book there. Enjoy a fi rst public reading of the story in the heart of Byfi eld where local families, and their participation in a pajama drive, motivated the author to create the story. Children are invited to wear their pajamas and also to bring pajamas to donate to Cradles to Crayons.

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School and Youth Education Coordinator Lisa Hutchings off ers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities, keeping minds active and hands busy during school break. For ages 2 to 12. Adults must accompany children for this drop-in program. Dates: Th ursday, February 21, Open Ocean Odyssey! 10:00 am-3:00 pm; Friday, February 22, Polar Animal Party! 10:00 am– 3:00 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA. Fee: $7. Preregistration is not required.

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School and Youth Education Coordinator Lisa Hutchings off ers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities, keeping minds active and hands busy during school break. For ages 2 to 12. Adults must accompany children for this drop-in program. Date: Friday, February 22, Polar Animal Party! 10:00 am– 3:00 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA. Fee: $7. Preregistration is not required.

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KICKS OFF SUGARING SEASON

Celebrate the coming of spring as sugaring season gets underway at Mass Audubon’s Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfi eld. Help us kick off the sugaring season by joining us for our February Flapjack Fling on Saturday, February 23. Sign up for a pancake breakfast complete with the sanctuary’s own maple syrup and take a tour of our maple sugaring operation after your meal. Breakfast times: 8:15, 9:00, or 10:15 a.m. Tour times: 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and noon FEES: Breakfast only: $5.50 adults, $4.00 children ages 3-8. Sugaring tour only: $9.00 adults, $8.00 children (Mass Audubon members: $8/adults, $7/children) Children under 3 are free and should be in a backpack. **Save $1.50 per person and sign up for both breakfast and a tour on the same day. Advance registration is required for the breakfast and tours; call 978-887-9264. For details, please visit our website at www.massaudubon.org/ipswichriver. Th e Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary is located on Perkins Row in Topsfi eld. From I-95 North, take exit 50 and go north on Rt. 1 to the intersection with Route 97. Turn south onto Rt. 97. Take the third left onto Perkins Row, and the Sanctuary is one mile on the right.

SATURDAY MORNING BIRDING

Join our experienced leaders in a search for avian activity in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. For beginners and birders of all skill levels. Saturday, February 23, 9:00-11:30 am Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Adults $10; Children ages 8 and up $7. No preregistration required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats. Joppa Flats is now taking registrations for summer daycamp.

BREAKFAST & BALD EAGLESRegistration is required: Please

contact Sue at [email protected] Each winter, Bald Eagles from northern New England move south to the lower Merrimack River which provides perfect, winter habitat for these majestic birds. Th ese spectacular birds soar high over the water and then stoop to secure prey with their sharp talons. Join Newburyport Birders for a classic breakfast while we discuss the Merrimack River, the protected island and the fi eld marks of the Bald Eagle. Th en we'll begin our search along the swiftly moving Merrimack River for our

national symbol. We'll carpool to several sites along the river. Th ese programs have proven to be popular; so don’t delay; reserve your place today by contacting Sue promptly. Dress in layers and wear warm, waterproof boots. Date: Saturday, February 23, 2013 Time: 8:00 am – noon Fee: $35 Meeting Location: Riverside Cafe in the Towle Building at 260 Merrimack St., Newburyport.

RECRUITING MEETINGTh e Essex Base Ball Organization

is a non profi t baseball organization that tries to recreate baseball as it was played in the 1860’s when pitching was underhand, an out could be recorded if caught in the air or off the fi rst bounce, when they played with wooden bats, and before gloves were invented. Th e Essex Base Ball Organization is made up of fi ve historical teams that all played throughout the 19th century in Massachusetts and New Hampshire and play just about every Sunday at Spencer Peirce Little Farm in Newbury from May until October. On Saturday February 23rd 10am at Spencer Peirce Little Farm, 5 Littles Lane Newbury, MA we will be having a recruiting meeting for the 2013 season. Come learn more about the league and what baseball was like in the 1860’s. For more information contact Brian Sheehy at [email protected] 978-790-5707 or www.essexbaseball.wordpress.com

ENJOY A GREAT GREEK MEAL!

You are invited to Yiayia's Kitchen at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 7 Harris St., Newburyport MA on Saturday, February 23 from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. You will enjoy one of our favorite Festival Menus: Moussaka (eggplant, ground beef, special sauce and bechamel), Rice, Salad, and for dessert Galaktokoureko (sweet butter and milk fi lling in phyllo). Th e cost is $12 per person. For further information or to reserve a place, please call the Church Offi ce at 978-465-5757. (Please note the change of day and time from our former Yiayia's Kitchens!)

BEAN SUPPERTh e St. James Episcopal Church

at 119 Washington St. in Groveland will be having a Bean Supper on Saturday, February 23 from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. Adults $7 Children $3 For more info call 978 373-1270

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24th

FOCUS ON SEABIRDSExplore Cape Ann with resident

and USFWS veteran Dave Weaver to fi nd sea ducks, loons, grebes, and gulls. Special features: harlequin ducks and perhaps a king eider. Sunday, February 24, 9:00 am–12:30 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $25. Preregistration is required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats. Joppa Flats is now taking registrations for summer daycamp.

THE WONDER AND THE WOW: BALD EAGLES ALONG THE MERRIMACK

Family educator Lisa Hutchings takes adults to look for wintering bald eagles along the river. Sunday, February 24, 9:30 am-noon Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $18. Preregistration is required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats. Joppa Flats is now taking registrations for summer daycamp.

TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE: BALD EAGLES

Joppa Flats teacher Lisa Hutchings takes families around the Newburyport area to look for bald eagles. For families with children ages 7 and up. Sunday, February 24, 2:00-4:30 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Adult Fee: $11. Child Fee: $8. Preregistration is required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats. Joppa Flats is now



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ROWLEY - Th e All-Scout Paper Drive will be held on Saturday, March 9,2013 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. behind the First Congregational Church of Rowley on Main Street. Th e scouts will be collecting newspapers, books and magazines. Th e Boy Scouts will be collecting redeemable bottles and cans. Th e Boy, Cub and Girl Scouts of Rowley thank you very much for helping to keep Scouting active in Rowley. Th e paper drives are held the second Saturday of odd numbered months. If you have any questions please call George Pacenka at (978) 948-7918. Non-perishable items…including diapers, paper towels, toilet paper will also

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY - Th e Rowley Historical Society's new Cookbook "Recipes & Remembrances" is well underway. We are still accepting recipes from Rowley town folk and their families. We are now, in particular; looking for Family recipes that have been handed down through the generations. Also, we are interested in recipes from families who have lived in town, brought up their children and now have grandchildren here. In general, we would like all residents to participate. So if you have a recipe and an anecdote or remembrance regarding that recipe we would like it. Many Foods have come and gone, only to come back as a treasured taste treat...we would like those treats. Drop off your recipes at Rowley Town Hall's, Town Clerk Sue Hazen's Offi ce. Or mail to Rowley Historical Society, 124 Main Street, Rowley; Titled recipe; or e-mail: [email protected].

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY - Do people rave about your venison chili? What about that new white bean and turkey chili you've been perfecting? Now you can break out your best ladle and compete against other chili cooks! Enter the Friends of the Rowley Public Library's 11th Annual “Some Like it Hot!” Chili Cook-off being held on Saturday, March 9, 2013. Th e event, which is being held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., raises funds to benefi t Rowley Library programs. Contestants who wish to enter the contest can download the entry form and rules at rowleylibrary.org. Deadline for entries is Friday, February 28, 2013. Contestants may enter in one of three categories: Red Chili (includes meat or poultry, red chili peppers, and spices; may include beans, vegetables, etc.); Green Chili (includes meat or poultry, green chili peppers, and spices; may include beans, vegetables, etc.); or Meatless Chili (vegetarian or seafood chili with various spices). We ask you to bring at least three gallons of chili to the contest, ready to serve, along with your complete list of chili ingredients and a Sterno-based heat source. Chili lovers who attend this popular event will get to sample your chili along with up to 20 other versions, with fi ve local celebrities judging winners in each category and opportunities for guests to vote your chili the “People’s Choice.” It's a chili party you won't forget, with cornbread, veggies, hot dogs, and desserts to accompany the main attractions and Ipswich Ale, Stone Cat Ale, and Mercury soda available for purchase from co-sponsor Mercury Brewing Company. A variety of red and white wines will also be available for purchase from our co-sponsor, Rowley Liquors. Co-sponsor sponsored Institution for Savings, will provide entertainment by Scott Bernier as well as Th e Th ree Amigos Trio. Th ere will be craft activities for kids from 5:30 to 7:00, raffl es and door prizes. Co-sponsor, First Ipswich Bank, is helping this cook-off “stay green” by providing biodegradable paper goods for the event! For more information about entering this sizzling Chili Cook-Off , please contact Janet Peabody at [email protected] or send an e-mail to [email protected].

------------------------------------------------------------SALISBURY - Th e Town of Salisbury Parks & Recreation Commission is planning to hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Salisbury Elementary School on Saturday, March 23rd, 2013 from 9:00am to 11am. Th e “Egg Hunt” is for 2 to 8 year old children, however all family members are welcome to attend. Children ages 2-8 are encouraged to bring their favorite basket to gather up their eggs, some of which will result in prizes. Along with the Egg Hunt, our event will also feature music and dancing, refreshments, a clown who specializes in balloon animal creations, face painting, and of course a visit from the Easter Bunny.

------------------------------------------------------------SALISBURY -Th e Civil War Roundtable of the Merrimack will meet at 7:30 PM on Wednesday March 13 th at our new location, the East Parish Methodist Church, Salisbury Square (route 1), Salisbury, MA. Catherine Wright from the Museum of the Confederacy will speak on “Lee’s Last Casualty: Th e Life & Letters of Sgt. Robt. W. Parker, 2nd VA Cavalry.” Admission is free and anyone with an interest in America’s Civil War is invited to attend. For more information visit our web page www.cwrtm.org or call Tom at (978) 462-8518.

------------------------------------------------------------SEABROOK - On Th ursday, March 7, from 6 - 8 PM, at the Seabrook Library, 25 Liberty Lane, Seabrook Watchdogs and Seabrook Police Department will host a public discussion about Drug Abuse and Narcotics Awareness. Chief Bitomske and Offi cer Mounsey of the Seabrook Police Department, and a pharmacist from Seabrook CVS will lead the meeting and answer questions. Th ere is no charge, and everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact [email protected], visit Seabrook Watchdogs on Facebook, or call 603/474-5200, (the Seabrook Police Department).

------------------------------------------------------------TRITON - TEAMWORK TRIVIA NIGHT is back by popular demand! To benefi t GRADVENTURE 2013 on Friday March 1st, at Newburyport Elks, Low St. Doors Open at 6:30pm, Trivia Begins at 7pm sharp. Ticket cost: $25 per person. Th e Prize: Th e opportunity to dethrone ZYDECO SWAMP PEOPLE and obtain bragging rights for your team! So what are you waiting for? Gather a group of your friends, come up with a team name and reserve your table now! Tables of 10 preferred. Smaller groups will be paired with others. *Cash Bar*Bring Your Own Munchies*Raffl es* *Adults Only* To reserve your table or for more information contact Stacey Richards: [email protected] or 978-465-4798, Jen Cavanaugh: [email protected].

------------------------------------------------------------WEST NEWBURY - Are you looking for a way to get involved in your community? Looking for a fun low-cost activity to participate in? Th en please consider joining the grange. Th e grange is for individuals, families and children. At the grange you will learn leadership skills and meet new people. Th ere are granges in Rowley, West Newbury, Beverly, West Boxford, and Bradford. If you are interested in fi nding out what the grange has to off er you then please contact Jackie Carter at [email protected] for more information.

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Join us as we search for Bald Eagles, our national symbol. Each winter, Bald Eagles from northern New England move south to the lower Merrimack River which provides perfect, winter habitat for these majestic birds. We'll discuss the field marks, bill size and shape, cere and talons, eyes and their hunting style, flight speed and altitude, their plumage and more. We'll be along the Merrimack River's edge, and we'll be walking on snow and unimproved trails. Dress in layers for outdoor weather including waterproof boots, wool socks, hat and gloves. If you have binoculars, please bring them. Bring along friends and introduce them to the joys of birding. Some carpooling may be required. Date: Sunday, February, 24, 2013 - 3:30 pm - dusk Fee: $25. Meeting Location: Newburyport's Cashman Park Boat Launch at the end of Sally Snyder Way which is off Merrimac Street.

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MARSHES AND FORESTSSearch for diurnal and nocturnal

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The Parker River Clean Water Association will host a benefit at the Amesbury Flatbread Pizza Company in the Millyard complex on Tuesday, February 26th from 5 to 9 PM. The Flatbread Pizza Company will donate $3.50 for each large flatbread and $1.75 for each small flatbread sold during the benefit. Proceeds will help support PRCWA's work to protect

the threatened Blanding's Turtle. Music will be provided by "Fiddler’s Loft."

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Join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver for this weekly birding field trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. Appropriate for all birding levels. Wednesday, February 27, 9:30 am-12:30 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Fee: $17. 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. Joppa Flats is now taking registrations for summer daycamp.

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A few simple steps can help you maintain good oral health throughout your life. Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, and clean between your teeth daily with floss or interdental cleaners. Be sure to see your dentist regularly for exams and professional teeth cleaning. Professional monitoring of your oral health status is essential.

Should adults be concerned about cavities?

Tooth decay is not just a child’s problem. Adults of all ages can have cavities, too. The causes for tooth decay are the same for everyone, regardless of age. Decay results when the bacteria in plaque feed on the carbohydrates (sugar and starch) in our diet to produce acids that can cause cavities.

Yet, the nature of the decay problem does change somewhat as people grow older. Adults are more likely to have decay around older fillings, and because many adults grew up without the benefits of fluoride, they may have many more fillings. Decay of the tooth root is also common among older adults. Root caries (decay) occur when the gums recede, exposing the softer root surface, which decays more easily than tooth enamel.

Tooth decay is also promoted by dry mouth. This condition—

The Aging Mouth – Part 1called xerostomia—occurs when the supply of saliva is greatly reduced. It can be caused by many types of medications (such as anti-histamines, anti-hypertensives, and anti-depressants) or radiation therapy to the head or neck. Saliva is needed to lubricate the mouth, wash foods away and neutralize the acids produced by plaque. Allowed to continue, dry mouth can lead to rampant tooth decay. If you think you have this problem, be sure to discuss it with your dentist or physician. They may recommend an artificial saliva and fluoride products to help prevent decay.

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 [email protected]. You can view all previously written columns at www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com/blog.

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Isn’t tooth loss inevitable in the later years?

No! Today, older adults are keeping their natural teeth longer because of scientific developments and the preventive emphasis in dentistry. This improvement was seen in the results of a survey released by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. They showed that among persons aged 55 to 64, the rate of toothlessness dropped 60 percent since 1960.

Good oral hygiene and regular dental care are important throughout your life, whatever your age. By practicing good oral hygiene at home and visiting your dentist regularly, you will prevent dental problems and save time and money as well. In the process, you can save your teeth and gums.

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“I am very excited about the opportunity to work with Zell Riverwalk and to be a part of the local community. I am looking forward to promoting this beautiful property and being available to the residents so they can continue to enjoy living in this community that offers a combination of history and elegance unlike any other in the area,” said Amato.

“I especially like that this property offers a creative solution for those people who do not want to be home owners but are looking for an upscale option and want all the conveniences of being close to downtown. We are a pert friendly community nestled between the Riverwalk and Powow River

and we are a short walk to all that this thriving town has to offer.” Amato, a Certified Property Manager, said she especially likes representing an apartment community with

a rich history in the town. The former Walker Auto Body building was built in 1918. This auto carriage factory was renovated to apartments six years ago. Being on the National Register of Historic Places, the property offers some interesting features such as unique floor plans including townhomes, oversized windows, and 14 foot ceilings.

Amato will represent Residences at Riverwalk Amesbury as a member of the Amesbury, Greater Newburyport and Merrimack Valley Chambers of Commerce. Amato is a graduate of Simmons College with a degree in management and marketing. “We invite local residents and business people to come in for a tour, just to see what we have to offer, even if they are not currently looking for an apartment.”

Some apartment homes at The Residences at Riverwalk offer gas fireplaces, ceiling fans, or clearstory windows due to the careful restoration, all apartments offer large windows with dramatic daytime lighting and views of either downtown Amesbury and the Powow River or the wooded Riverwalk trail. “This is the best of both worlds,” said Amato, “Our residents live in stylish, modern apartments homes, blended with historic details that maintain the rich history of the building.”

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always honorable. An experienced and trained REALTOR® knows as much as is possible, how to recognize and protect against malfeasance. While there can not be a guarantee against theft, a seller can benefit from increasing the exposure of the property to the market with an Open House, while at the same time mitigating the risks inherent in opening the doors to the public.

All medicines and valuables should be removed from sight. Your REALTOR® stands in your place at all times during your Open House and as such is responsible for welcoming all of your guests warmly and respectfully as if each has been sent a formal invitation to an elegant gathering. While you would never want your guest to feel uncomfortable in your home, a well trained professional REALTOR® will know as much as is reasonably possible how to scrutinize and continue to observe all who enter your home from the moment they open the door to the moment they leave without sacrificing that "welcomed" feeling.

Guests will be asked to sign in the "Guest Register" and REALTORS® use that register to enhance business and make contacts for feedback on the property.

With careful choices and preparation, the Open House is an invaluable tool in the sale of a home. As long as your home has been priced correctly and is well marketed, and if you keep your lovely home as spotless and sparkling as possible, you will be headed toward the closing table before any of those sellers around you who have not done the same.

Also, you may be well advised to keep smelling salts on hand for your REALTOR® in the event that a helicopter loaded with cash should land in the backyard.

Broker/REALTOR® Janet Hilton is a former practicing attorney and critical care RN who with her husband, retired Lynn Fire Lieutenant George Hilton, owns and operates Country Crossroads Realty Associates in Georgetown MA. For excellent service with selling and buying real estate on the North Shore, call 781-405-4867 or visit www.countrycrossroadsrealty.com.

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know that your REALTOR® recognizes the value of their presence. Neighbors in fact do come in to look around for many reasons, but one reason may be that they would like their friend or family member to live closer to them... in your home.

Many REALTORS® are doing their own Open Houses on the same day as yours is being done, but they can and will send their buyers to view your home if it is open. These buyers have likely been sent by their REALTORS® because they are looking for a home like yours. Many buyers have found your Open House on the MLS, or any number of media or internet marketing sites and services employed by your REALTOR®, and have chosen to attend in order to compare your home with others they have seen.

Other REALTORS® attend your Open House to preview it for buyers who could not attend and you may receive a call for a second showing. Some REALTORS® attend the Open House so that they can keep on top of the market themselves. Their's is a welcomed presence always, as it represents an interest on the part of busy professionals who made a point of viewing your home for reference.

Although some attendees may be "tire kickers", know that all behavior is purposeful and even "tire kickers" eventually buy the car.

There will be folks who attend your Open House to look at your choice of colors and get ideas on how to decorate their own homes. Your REALTOR® will still recognize the value in their attendance. These visitors do not usually come in from over seas to view your new addition as a tourist attraction. They reside in or around your area and they too have a sphere of influence. Your REALTOR® may receive a call from a billionaire's staff administrator. "I work for an investor who heard about a home from someone who attended the Open House and it sounds just perfect. How soon can you show it?"

There is also the concern about hosting an Open House that every seller and REALTOR® must acknowledge and address; bad acts.

It is the sad reality that there are individuals among us whose intent is not

Hosting an Open House provides a valuable opportunity for sellers, buyers, and REALTORs® to learn more about the property that is for sale, but there is a great deal more involved with an Open House than may meet the eye. Here are some facts to consider about Open Houses:

What an Open House means: The seller has agreed to permit the general public to enter the home for the purpose of looking through all rooms, closets, cabinets, basement, attic, storage areas, and garage in addition to exploring the property's land.

What an Open House does NOT mean: While there is a reasonable expectation that a buyer be permitted to observe the size of closets and the condition of cabinets, there is no permission ever granted to or implied for anyone to touch the sellers' personal property such as furniture drawers, armoire or entertainment center doors or use of any of the home's utilities.

Who attends the Open House? A billionaire lands a private jet at the end of the cul de sac, is followed up the front stairs by an entourage of staff carrying a chest full of thousand dollar bills, and states emphatically to your REALTOR® "You only want how much for this house? Nonsense! It's worth ten times what you are asking and I have no time for a home inspection. Let's sign." Your REALTOR®, if still conscious, will let you know that you are what is known in the business as "One Lucky Dude".

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