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City of Gloucester Announces End of 30-Year EPA Consent Decree for Combined Sewer Overflows
| GLOUCESTER – Mayor Sefatia Romeo Theken and the City of Gloucester are pleased to announce that the City has been released from a Consent Decree it has operated under for the last three decades, achieving an important milestone for the City, community, and local environment. |
| Under the leadership of Mayor Romeo Theken and Director of Public Works Michael Hale, and foundational efforts from previous administrations and leaders, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has terminated the Consent Decree initially put into place in the 1980s to improve coastal environmental quality and rehabilitate aging infrastructure. |
| Moving forward will require working closely with the EPA and State Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to ensure that Gloucester continues to protect and preserve its beaches and ecosystems through sustained investment in the City’s public infrastructure. |
| “Our City has to remain focused on what makes us Gloucester; we rely on our coasts, and we can never take that for granted,” said Mayor Romeo Theken. “Ending this 30-year-long Consent Decree, and continuing to work closely with the EPA and DEP, are vital steps in ensuring our community and economy is strong and resilient. This is a major, if not, historic win for our community.” |
| Government officials are working to tackle key issues, and 2021 marks an important year for the City’s environmental history. As the State of Massachusetts continues to guide municipalities and implement important regulations, Gloucester is being trusted to move forward in adhering to all guidelines, regulations, and mandates set forth by the EPA and DEP. |
| “We can now put the Consent Decree behind us and we are excited to move to next steps with government agencies, and encouraged that we are on the right path,” said Director Hale. “We thank Mayor Romeo Theken for her leadership and support with everything we do, including our environmental initiatives, and we will remain focused on compliance and do all we can to make sure that Gloucester steers clear of anything like this in the future.” |
| Under its current leadership, the City will continue to focus on implementing climate-focused initiatives to protect and improve the City’s invaluable environmental resources. Supporting these efforts will require exploring available local, state, and federal funding sources to assist the City in taking on these critical infrastructure projects. |
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Half price all day today at The Studio Restaurant On Rocky Neck!! Excluding take out 10/14/21
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Join Phil and Jim Friday Night as the Fishermen finally come home against the Saugus Sachems LIVE from Newell Stadium with kickoff at 7PM!
Here’s the link-
https://www.facebook.com/events/407944491034588
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Jim Dalpiaz Streams The Assembly Of Goodie Bags For The Annual Halloween Festival At City Hall
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Reminder: College Admissions Workshop tonight!
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| Free college admissions workshop for Gloucester families is tonight! Signet Education’s Sheila Akbar will join us to share her insight into with the always-daunting admissions process. 6pm on Zoom; all details are below. You should know: Sheila is an absolute rock star in the college admissions world. She speaks seven languages, has two degrees from Harvard, two PhDs from Indiana University, and backgrounds in both math and literature. And she’s been helping students prepare for college entrance tests and admissions for over a decade! WOW. You don’t want to miss this. See you tonight! |
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| Thank you to our partners Wellspring House and the Gloucester High School Counseling Department, and to all the generous GEF donors who make opportunities like this available to the community at no cost. |
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@FishermenGHS: Congratulations to Head Coach Lauren Riley-Gove on the amazing accomplishment of 100 career wins at the helm of the GHS Field Hockey Program.
Every once in a while this guy shows his face around the field hockey games and helps out
Congrats to DR as well, being by Coach Lauren’s side to reach 100 wins!
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You Have Home Financing Options Contact Gloucester Local CrossCountry Mortgage 617-688-6891
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A line up in the sand from Jackie Bennett
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MAC FITNESS GLOUCESTER would LOVE to welcome you back!
Have you previously been a member at MAC Fitness? Are you ready to come back and get back into your routine? If so, now is the time. When do the thoughts of “I’ll be in tomorrow, or next week” stop? START TODAY! Make a difference, break old habits, and try something new that your body and mind will thank you for. Are you looking to be held accountable? Are you looking for motivation? Well, MAC FITNESS Gloucester is the place for you. Give us a call at 978-283-8900 or stop by!
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Another happy client in the books thanks to Super Kate!
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Congrats to her buyer! @alhill5564! A special day for my son and his dad! So happy to have had the opportunity to work with you both! 💙
Call Katelyn for all your real estate needs! 979-473-0922
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This here is some marine engineering.
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Come visit us at Harbor Cove Dental and pick up a reflective trick or treat bag!
Dr. V had the chance to visit his godson down in Florida this weekend. He dropped off a couple of Harbor Cove Dental- Reflective Trick or Treat Bags. We have a bunch at the front desk, so stop by and get one.
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Dahlias On The Blynman Bridge Canal From Jackie Bennett
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Dom Nesta Go Fund Me
Dom Nest Go Fund Me
https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-dom-and-nicole-nesta-post-15th-surgery
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Fall For Beauport Cruiselines!
The air is crisp, but the coastal Cape Ann sights are as serene as ever aboard Beauport Cruiselines. Bundle up and come aboard for these upcoming cruises!
| Live Music Brunch Cruise withMari Martin and the Lucky Boys Trio |
| Join us for aBrunch Cruisearound enjoying the tunes of Mari Martin and the Lucky Boys Trio! Mari and her trio play an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, soul, r&b, pop, and even a little rock-n-roll.Sunday, October 17thfrom 11AM-2PM. |
| IslandDinner Cruise |
| Find paradise on Beauport Cruiselines!We’re bringing the good vibes onSaturday, October 23rdfrom 5:30-8:30PM, on ourIsland CruisewithPier Ave!Acoustic duo Chris and Jake sing and play your favorite covers along with Pier Ave originals, blending reggae sounds with blues, pop, and rock! Enjoy Island themed hors d’oeuvres, dinner, cocktails and more. |
| Beauport Cruiselines 6 Rowe Square Gloucester MA… |
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Friends of Rockport Public Library Book Sale
Saturday October 16, 10-2pm
Rockport Public Library Courtyard
“Every book is just one dollar”
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Half price food menu all day and night At The Studio Restaurant On Rocky Neck! 10/12**Excluding Take Out**
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Poll- Your Boston Red Sox Are Advancing To The American League Championship Series To Face Either The White Sox Or The Cheating Astros. Who would you rather face- The Cheating Astros Or The White Sox?
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