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Craig Kimberley vs Martin DelVecchio Drone Races -Let’s Do This!!!!
Some of Craig and Martin’s Drone Work-
Craig Kimberley-
http://www.vimeo.com/104766546
Martin DelVecchio
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Discovery Channel at Ocean Alliance
Iain Kerr Interview with Discovery
Sunday morning Discovery Channel News was at Ocean Alliance filming a story about SnotBot, the organization’s new drone. The drone was created by a group of Olin College of Engineering students, under the direction of Professor Drew Bennet, in the College’s robotics lab.
“SnotBot will be used to collect DNA, bacteria, viruses and stress hormones from whale blows. The team also tested SnotShot, a machine that makes a simulated whale blow (with the capacity to simulate different blow types) on demand—a testing tool that will actually help the scientists in the field collect a control sample.
The SnotBot drone works something like this: “as SnotBot flies out to a whale that is approximately 300m from the research vessel, it hovers over a whale and the whale repeatedly blows onto a collection device. After the sample is collected and brought back to the RV Odyssey, the data is used to help interpret an animal’s state of heath through the analysis of bacteria, viruses, DNA, and stress hormones recovered from the whale’s blow.”
Read More from the Olin College of Engineering Website Here
Snot Bot Ocean Alliance Archives Here
Gorgeous View from the Paint Factory of the Captain Dominic Fishing Boat
See More Photos Here
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GMG Update for Marine Mammal Response From Mendy Garron
Dear Good Morning Gloucester Community:
We know people were concerned and had questions about the harbor seal that was at Good Harbor Beach over the weekend. I wanted to take this opportunity to remind people of what they should do if they see an animal that may need assistance.
Donna Ardizzoni Injured Seal photo Oct 4, 2014 Good Harbor Beach Taken With Telephoto Lens
Up until this year, the protocol was to call the New England Aquarium. The Aquarium served as the NOAA authorized responder for the Northshore area for many years. On January 1st, the Aquarium refocused their response effort to sea turtle rehabilitation and the study of infectious disease in marine mammals. As a result they had to scale back their response area for stranded marine mammals and now are focusing their efforts on the area from Salem to Plymouth.
Over the last year, NOAA Fisheries has been seeking an alternate organization to help us fill this void on the Northshore, which includes Cape Ann. Until an alternate organization is identified and authorized to help us, we ask that all stranding calls be reported to our offices.
Our program oversees the Marine Mammal Health and Stranding Response Program from Maine to Virginia. Unfortunately, we do not have the capacity to respond to every animal in the field and do not have the legal ability to authorize individual volunteers to respond to these cases. As a result, marine mammal stranding cases in Gloucester will be handled on a case-by-case basis. When needed, we will seek help from other authorized stranding response agencies, but their ability to help will be limited and based on their available resources.
I would like to ask the Gloucester community to spread the word about the current status of response to stranded marine mammals and remind one another to be responsible viewers of wildlife by:
– Staying a safe distance of at least 150 feet from animals on the beach or hauled out;
– Do not let dogs approach seals or other marine wildlife. Marine mammals do carry diseases that can be transmitted to your pets, and vise versa;
– Do not touch or feed the animal.
Remember, seals are wild animals. Medical treatment of these animals is significantly different from domestic and terrestrial animals. We have to consider a variety of factors when making a decision about how best to respond to an animal on the beach including individual animal health and potential risks to humans and pets, the overall health of the species’ population , and how intervening may affect the natural ecosystem. Seals and other marine mammal species are federally protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
I would like to thank the Gloucester Police Department and the Massachusetts Environmental Police for their assistance in maintaining a safe viewing distance for this animal while it was resting on the beach. The seal did go back into the water on its own Saturday evening and no further reports have been received.
More information about the National Marine Mammal Health and Stranding Response Program can be found at the following website:
http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/health/stranding.htm–
Mendy Garron, CVT
Marine Mammal Response Coordinator
Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office
NOAA Fisheries
MARINE ANIMAL HOTLINE: 866-755-NOAA (6622)
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Cape Ann Communities Secure Mass in Motion Grant
Cape Ann Communities Secure Mass in Motion Grant
Funds provided over next three years will help to provide infrastructure and programs that promote healthy activity in Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, and Manchester by the Sea
The City of Gloucester Health Department and Community Development Department today announced that the Mass in Motion Municipal Wellness and Leadership Program had granted Cape Ann communities a three-year $110,000 grant to develop enhanced environments that promote healthy living. The grant will be used to improve walkways, create recreational spaces, and increase availability of healthy foods in Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, and Manchester-by-the-Sea.
The successful grant application leveraged the success of the Get Fit Gloucester! program which included reconstruction of Newell Stadium and Burnham’s Field, support for the Cape Ann Farmers’ Market, and diabetes prevention.
“I’m so pleased to be able to build upon the success we’ve had in Gloucester through the Mass in Motion program. I look forward to collaborating with our neighboring Cape Ann communities to promote active lifestyles,” said Mayor Carolyn A. Kirk.
Gloucester Health Director Noreen Burke noted, “The 2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment performed by Lahey Health identified significant health and wellness disparities in our communities and grants like this are essential in addressing those gaps with regional approaches. We also thank Mayor Carolyn Kirk and State Senator Bruce Tarr for helping secure these resources for the Cape Ann communities.”
Town Administrator Brendhan Zubricki said, “On behalf of the Board of Selectmen, the Town of Essex is pleased to hear how this support will promote mobility and healthy living across Cape Ann. The collaborative nature of the project is sure to foster an exchange of ideas and strategies that a single community would not likely be able to develop on its own. Further, it is already apparent that municipal personnel and associated partners with strengths in particular areas of interest from one community will be able to assist other communities, and vice-versa.”
Greg Federspiel, Town Administrator for Manchester-by-the-Sea said, “We welcome the opportunity to work with Mass in Motion to build upon the efforts of our Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee and Safe Routes to School programs to make Manchester-by-the-Sea more friendly to walking and bicycling.
Linda Sanders, Town Administrator for Rockport committed the Town’s support to build upon existing regional efforts that support healthier lifestyles such as the Cape Ann YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention program and improving the Essex Scenic Byway for pedestrians and bicyclists.
The Mass in Motion Municipal Wellness and Leadership Program, an initiative of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, provides resources to cities and towns across the Commonwealth to advance wellness and healthy behaviors. Mass in Motion focuses on promotion of safe spaces for physical activity; improved safety standards for parks and playgrounds; and availability of nutritious foods.
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Let’s Make The Open Door make the list of Top-Rated Nonprofits
The Open Door has a chance to make the 2014 Top-Rated List at GreatNonprofits (greatnonprofits.org) and be eligible for some great prizes, but we need your help!
What is GreatNonprofits?
GreatNonprofits–a review site like TripAdvisor–honors highly reviewed nonprofits with this Top Rating. Being added to the Top-Rated List helps us tell our story to a broader audience and get the support we need to alleviate the impact of hunger right here in our community.
How can I help?
You can help us get that rating by posting a review of your experience with us or how you see us making an impact on the community.
Write your review here: http://greatnonprofits.org/reviews/write/the-open-door-cape-ann-food-pantry-inc
All reviews will be visible to potential donors and volunteers. It’s easy and only takes 3 minutes! If you can help us out, we need your review to be completed by October 29! (Deadline is 10/31, but we want to be on the safe side and get it done.) Thank you in advance for your consideration!
With much appreciation,
Julie
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Music Around Town ~ October 6 – 12, 2014
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People Have Been Blowing Up My Email Asking Where They Can Get These “Glosta” Sweatshirts…
The answer is “Shirts Illustrated” Check Them Out Here
Telephone- 978-744-7873
email- info@shirtsillustratedsalem.com
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More of a Good Thing: Fall Fest @ Mile Marker One
Both Donna and Joey already posted some fantastic photos from this weekend’s Fall Festival at Mile Marker One, but it was such a great event, that more can’t hurt. Mile Marker One, Marshall’s Farm Stand, and The Bridge pulled off a fantastic afternoon despite some threatening weather.
The city of Gloucester provided some pretty awesome vehicles including Fire Engine 3, a police Hummer, an ATV, and even a Coast Guard Vessel. That’s pretty much all my boys needed to make a day of it, but the pony rides, face painting, bouncy houses, awesome vendors, pretty yummy Bloody Marys, gelato, the Sam Adams Brewery Oktoberfest Beer Hoisting Competition (what?), and some pretty sweet alpacas made it all that much more fun. And…that was by no means all that the event had to offer.
A true collaboration of forces to pull off yet another fantastic family event here in our great city. Thanks to all! Put this one on your calendar for next year for sure.
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GloucesterCast 96 With A Group Of Your Favorite GMG Contributors
GloucesterCast 96 With A Group Of Your Favorite GMG Contributors
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Topics Include:Lone Gull Coffee, Brothers Brew Bacon Donuts, BIL Barry, Sista Felicia, Alicia DeWolfe, Donna Ardizzoni, Nichole Schrafft, A Lot Of Cox, Life After Mamie’s Kitchen, George’s Coffee Shop, Fort Square Cafe, Pumpkin Coffee Love vs Pumpkin Coffee Disgust, Donna Ardizzoni From Summahville, That One Bad Pistachio and Burnt Coffee, Paul Bruce and The Benjamin Smith Playground, Is It A Donut or Is It A Muffin?, GMG SuperFan Dave Moore, Olive Kitteridge, Bex, Passports,Pirate’s Lane, Frances Macdormand,Captain Amanda Madeira, Schooner Ernestina, Effie Morrissey, Maritime Gloucester, Piper Boatworks, http://www.ernestina.maritimegloucester.org/,Chester Bringham, Pheonix Of The Seas, James Eves, Cape Ann Giclee, Changing The Name Of The Ernestina, Ocean Classroom, Thomas Lannon, Ardelle, Connors Farm, Pumpkin Cannon, Safety Concerns With The Pumpkin Cannon, Corn Maze, Russell Orchard, YMCA Taste of Cape Ann, Cruiseport, Open Bowl, Art Haven Buoy Auction.
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The Ernestina Can Home To Gloucester With Your Lobbying Help
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Friends, Old and New!
One of my dearest friends, Donna, spent the weekend here in Gloucester with us. I took her for a driving tour around Cape Ann and, at every bend of scenic roadway and charming street corner, she was simply knocked out at how beautiful is our island. Donna is in Massachusetts working on the Disney film, The Finest Hours, which tells the true story of the US Coast Guard’s most daring sea rescue. The film is based on the book of the same name and is set in 1952. Production is taking place all around the South Shore, including the Quincy shipyard, and Chatham, too. The book sounds fascinating and I just ordered my copy from Amazon. Here is the link: The Finest Hours.
While touring around we stopped in to see Joey at the dock, and to pick up a second batch of lobsters (Donna thought they were the best she had ever had!), and then on to show her our stunning beaches. We then headed over to Rockport where we surprised an old friend, David Robinson, at his gorgeous gallery Windemere Art and Antiques, located on Rockport’s Main Street. David is the gallery’s owner, jewelry designer, and member of the Boston-based Cars rock band. The beautiful Lisa Griffiths, also known as That Nutty Redhead, was also stopping by the gallery to say hello to Dave. Dave took a break from gallery hours and took us all three out to lunch across the street, conveniently, to Bracketts, where we had an ocean view, delicious lunches, and excellent service. It was a wonderful day spent with friends, old and new, and made me realize once again how very fortunate we are to live on Cape Ann–for the natural beauty found at every turn, and most cherished of all, for our community of friends.
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Oh Phil, We Love You Still, and Always Will
You think you know someone, but later on realize you really don’t. Such is the case with Phil Krone, who came here every summer with his beloved partner Ann Williamson. Like so many others, they were drawn to Cape Ann, and frequented the Sidewalk Bazaar. Last year, they came down from Vermont just for the 2013 Good Morning Gloucester Holiday Party. Phil left us on September 8th, 2014, at the age of 67, from complications caused by COPD. But there’s so much more… Part of Phil’s life was making shoes in his own shop in Worcester. Notable customers included Bruce Springsteen for custom boots made from scratch, and also Rolling Stone Mick Jagger. Mick came in, accompanied by fellow band member Keith Richards, for a rebuild of his favorite “Chelsea” boots, designed to slide across the floor during a performance. Jagger personally thanked our Phil Krone for remaking his boots, saying: “These boots are better than ever,” which was a similar compliment given by the “Boss” from New Jersey, USA. So Mr. Phillip, sorry I wasn’t there to greet you at the Pearly Gates of Heaven (I almost did 3x this year), but we on Cape Ann love and miss you, as one of our own. Like all of the subjects of my obit/remembrances, I wish I knew you better. However, my brother in law, Robert Doss, who died the day before you, was there to greet you with his outstretched hand and the perfect grilled meal for you. Me, I’ll see you later… Wild, Wild Horses Couldn’t Keep Me Away. Fred
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Gloucester In The Newly Released Olive Kitteridge Trailer- Including Passports, Lanes Cove and More…
Passports doubling as “Village Pharmacy” at 28 seconds into the first Olive Kitteridge Trailer-
For Other Olive Kitteridge Cape Ann Good Morning Gloucester Coverage Click Here
Also the Olive Kitteridge Internet Movie Database website (Thanks Bex for the heads up) Here
Posted on October 28, 2013
Marty Luster photo, prepping for production-
David Cox- Captures one of the days of shooting-
Getting ready for another day of movie magic on Main Street.
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VIDEO PSA: THE GOOD HARBOR SEAL ~ WHAT TO DO IF YOU FIND A SEAL ON THE BEACH
The beautiful juvenile Harbor Seal was found on a foggy morning in midsummer. The seal was beached at the high tide line and its breathing was heavy and labored. It had no interest in returning to the water and needed only to remain at rest.
For the next six hours the seal struggled to survive the world of curious humans.
Learn what to do if you find a seal on the beach.
The two agencies listed below have in my experience been helpful:
Massachusetts Environmental Police: 508-753-0603
Northeast Region Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Stranding and Entanglement Hotline: 866-755-6622
Reposted from August 14th. See original post here.
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Mike O’Connell and Friends tonight @ MinglewoodAtLat…9pm 10.4.2014. You do not want to miss this one.
Last Minute Gig for Minglewoodtavern Atlat had a cancellation for today Saturday,,, I dont have my regular boys, BUT did manage to get George McCann, Dean Cassell and Dennis Monagle,, GETTING THOSE 3 on short notice,, it is an Honor !! we start at 9…. HolyShinto!!
Mike O’Connell
George McCann will have his new solo Cd for sale tonight…nothing like taking it home with you.
I’ve seen this kind of lineup in the past and it was musically mind blowing. Definitely high concert material. I wouldn’t miss it for the world. You get to hear smokin hot originals, covers by the Allman Brothers, Neil Young, ZZ Top, Tom Petty, Grateful Dead, Blind Faith, Cream, JJ Cale, The Byrds, Clapton, The Band, etc..
Plus it’s happening in our little town and it’s free!
Joanne
p.s. They serve food up to 10:00pm…yum!
Check out the link below.
MinglewoodAtLat43
25 Rogers St
Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930
Phone (978) 281-0223
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Gloucester MA Timelapse 10/03/14
Filmed At Captain Joe and Sons, Gloucester MA
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Hello Sunshine!
Yesterday’s late afternoon sun breaking through the clouds was a joy to see, even if only for a bit.
Just curious–in the above photo, does anyone know what that box-shaped thing is at the end of the dock, below the seagull?
Smith’s Cove, Gloucester
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Plastic Rabbit On Good Harbor Beach Ruins Photo
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Flu Shot?
You know I’ve had life threatening health issues. I asked my AGH cancer doctor when and if I should get a flu shot. He said get one now, it won’t interfere with my chemotherapy. On the way out, the hospital receptionist said she had no idea when the hospital flu shots would be offered, but soon: “Call next week.” Well, I called yesterday, a week later, and they still have no clue. I love my local hospital, Addison Gilbert, but please… Your local discount drug store is ready to help you. Sad.
Good Morning Gloucester 