A longtime Gloucester attorney and civic leader, Schlichte brings decades of legal expertise and deep community engagement to her new role as Interim Chief Administrative Officer

GLOUCESTER – Mayor Greg Verga is pleased to announce the appointment of Gloucester resident Catherine Schlichte as Interim Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Gloucester, following the upcoming departure of Jill Cahill.

Schlichte brings nearly 30 years of legal experience to the Mayor’s Office, having served as a partner at the Gloucester-based firm Schlichte & Johnstone, P .C. since 1996. In addition to her impressive professional career, she has been an active member of our community for decades.

“Catherine not only brings the knowledge and experience needed to succeed as CAO, but also a deep commitment to improving her community every day — an ideal combination for this position,” said Mayor Greg Verga.

“I’m thrilled to have her on board and confident that we’ll continue to accomplish great things together in the months ahead. I am grateful for Jill’s support and hard work over the past 3 years and look forward to working together as neighboring community leaders.

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After serving two terms on the Gloucester School Committee in the early 1990s, she went on to volunteer for nearly 20 years on critical City boards, committees, and commissions. Most notably, Schlichte has served for over 10 years on the City’s Zoning Board of Appeals, leveraging her vast knowledge of land use and real estate law.

“I was honored when the Mayor asked me to take this interim position and I’m excited to be working with his management team. I think the Mayor has accomplished great things during his time in office and to work with him and his team for the residents of Gloucester, that is an opportunity I couldn’t pass up.

Schlichte previously served on the Board of Directors for the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, including terms as Board President and Chair of the Board. She has also been actively involved in numerous community organizations including Cape Ann Art Haven, Gloucester Stage Company and Awesome Gloucester.

Schilchte holds a bachelor’s degree from San Francisco State University and a Juris Doctorate from

Massachusetts School of Law.

Schlichte will officially start as Interim Chief Administrative Officer on May 12, 2025.

“Working with Mayor Verga to advance his vision for Gloucester has been an honor. His dedication to thiscommunity and his commitment to collaboration and civility have made working with him not only

inspiring, but also rewarding and a lot of fun. I am thrilled to be handing the reins over to someone as

committed to this community as Catherine. Together they will continue to lead the incredible team of dedicated managers and employees that make up this great city. I will miss being CAO of the city I know and love, but I am very excited about the opportunity that Danvers brings and look forward to getting started.

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Cahill leaves the City of Gloucester after serving five years as Community Development Director and three years as Chief Administrative Officer. Cahill’s official last day with the City of Gloucester is May 9, 2025. She goes on to serve as Town Manager for the Town of Danvers.

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Apply for a Pardon Certificate if you are an adult who has a misdemeanor conviction for marijuana possession before March 13, 2024.

On March 13, 2024, Governor Maura T. Healey announced a one-time, large-scale pardon effort for people with certain misdemeanor marijuana possession convictions.

Here’s the link-

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/apply-for-a-marijuana-pardon-certificate

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CONFIRMED- Special Town Meeting – April 28, 2025!!!!
A Special Town Meeting has been proposed for Monday, April 28 at 5:30 PM in the Rockport High School Gym.
This meeting is being held to oppose the proposed ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. If this issue matters to you, your presence and your vote are crucial.
Your voice matters—please plan to attend and take part in the important decisions that affect our community.

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2025 Cape Ann License Plate Auction 

Apr 11, 12:00 AM EDT 

2025 Cape Ann License Plate Online Auction

Supporting a Stronger Cape Ann

The Cape Ann Community Foundation (CACF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization established in 2015 by the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce to manage and award grants from the proceeds from sales of the Cape Ann License Plate. Since its inception, the CACF has awarded nearly 50 grants totaling over $100,000 for projects supporting, enriching, and celebrating a robust series of non-profit educational, social service, recreational, and economic initiatives throughout the communities of Essex, Gloucester, Manchester-by-the-Sea, and Rockport, Massachusetts.

Learn more about the Cape Ann License Plate and the Cape Ann Community Foundation here: LoveCapeAnn.com

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A coastal Easter, wrapped in luxury.

Join us at Beauport Hotel for Easter by the Sea! 

Indulge in our Easter at Sea Prix Fixe in the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar Main Dining Room! This Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu will feature your Easter favorites, such as Za’atar Rack of Lamb, Chicken Galantine, and Prosciutto Wrapped Halibut. 

Looking for endless brunch options? Join us for our Easter by the Sea Buffet in the Beauport Hotel Grand Ballroom! Featuring a Chef’s Station with our Hand-Carved Greek Marinated Leg of Lamb and Honey Baked Ham, a Waffle Bar, and a Make-Your-Own Omelet Station, you won’t want to miss out on this spectacular buffet!  

Our Prix Fixe and Buffet Dining Experiences offer the best Easter cuisine in Gloucester, with sweeping ocean views and top-notch service.

Check the links below both booking options and make your reservations today!

Learn More & Book Now: Prix Fixe – https://bit.ly/4iz6stS
Learn More & Book Now: Buffet – https://bit.ly/3DLGlAV

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If you’ve been considering selling your home, now may be the perfect time. Why? Because inventory is low and demand is high.

Buyers are actively searching, but with fewer homes on the market, well-priced, well-presented properties are moving quickly and often receiving multiple offers. This competitive market gives sellers a unique opportunity to maximize their home’s value.

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