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Lieutenant Mark McCoy Graduates FBI-LEEDA’s Five Star Chief Executive Institute

Lt. Mark McCoy, who has served on the Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department for 29 years, recently graduated from FBI-LEEDA’s inaugural Five Star Chief Executive Institute. (Photo Courtesy Manchester-by-the-Sea Police)

MANCHESTER-BY-THE-SEA – Chief Todd Fitzgerald and the Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department are pleased to share that Lieutenant Mark McCoy has successfully graduated from the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association’s (FBI-LEEDA) Five Star Chief Executive Institute.  Lt. McCoy graduated from FBI-LEEDA’s inaugural Five Star Chief Executive Institute on June 27 after completing the two-week, 18-module program held in Smyrna, Del. During the training, leaders from across the country discussed and learned about a variety of topics, including public-private partnerships, crisis communication, leadership integrity, liability management, wellness and more. The goal of the training was to better equip participants with the tools for making informed, strategic and accountable decisions.   This is the first Five Star Chief Executive Institute program that was offered by FBI-LEEDA, and the official launch of the program is expected to take place this fall.  Lt. McCoy has served as a member of the Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department for 29 years and was promoted to lieutenant in 2019. He also serves as an Executive Officer and oversees operations, patrol, detectives, school resource officers, court officers, accreditation, and supervises and leads training across the department. “I would like to congratulate Lt. McCoy on his accomplishment in successfully graduating from this program,” said Chief Fitzgerald. “His commitment to education shows his exceptional leadership skills, and we are proud to have him serving our community.”  ###

Lt. McCoy (middle) holds his certificate of completion after graduating from FBI-LEEDA’s Five Star Chief Executive Institute in Smyrna, Del., on June 27. (Photo Courtesy Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department)

Thank you to Boo Bird on Central St in Manchester for a lovely respite after our long drive home from New York. It was the perfect place to stop and refresh ourselves before we arrived home. I had the American Rice Bowl and Jim had the Fish and Chips. Jim was very happy with the fish batter..not too heavy with good flavor. Everyone has their batter preferences for fish and this hit the mark for Jim. I loved my salad. The screened open window seating was super comfortable on that warm day. We’ll be back soon!

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Pop-up Art Show…

The Salted Cod Gallery is delighted to announce that Judy Robinson-Cox, a celebrated Gloucester-based multimedia artist, will be the featured guest artist for the month of July. Known for her imaginative Lilliputian landscapes and whimsical visual storytelling, Robinson-Cox’s work invites viewers to see the extraordinary in the everyday.

A fixture in the New England arts scene, Robinson-Cox has exhibited extensively throughout the region and beyond, with solo and group shows at institutions such as the Rockport Art Association, Marblehead Arts Association, Griffin Museum of Photography, Johnson & Wales Culinary Arts Museum, and even Neiman Marcus. Her miniature, meticulously crafted environments blur the boundaries between photography, sculpture, and montage—offering humorous, surreal, and poignant glimpses into tiny imagined worlds.

“My art has always been a space to explore the humorous, surreal, and poignant elements of life—often through a very tiny lens,” says Robinson-Cox. “It’s a joy to bring these worlds to new audiences, and I’m thrilled to show this body of work at The Salted Cod.”

Visitors can view Judy Robinson-Cox’s work daily throughout July. The Salted Cod Gallery is open from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM, located in the heart of Gloucester’s working waterfront. Admission is free and open to the public.

About the Venue: The Salted Cod Arthouse
In 2021, local residents Matthew Moynahan and Thomas Aurelio purchased the historic “Tin Building”—a former fish preparation and paint warehouse—alongside the iconic Rudder Restaurant. Committed to revitalizing Rocky Neck, they reopened the building in 2022 following the thoughtful restoration of its second floor to create additional space for the arts. Today, The Salted Cod Arthouse proudly serves as a creative and cultural hub, offering local art, libations, and essential provisions to sailors, fishermen, artists, visitors, and curious passersby in America’s oldest seaport and working art colony.

JULY 1, 2025 ~ THE CUT LIVE

Wednesday night we’ve got Trivia in the restaurant. Come grab some Little Sister Smash Burgers and test your smarts! Free to play. Prizes include Little Sister gift cards and free show tickets! 

Saturday GA-20 returns to The Cut. There are still some tickets available! If you love edgy rock/blues, GA-20 is for you! PLUS we’ve got a DJ set happening out front in the restaurant from 9pm-midnight! 

Sunday Zach Nugent is in the house playing a Dead Set. Don’t miss hearing some of your favorite Grateful Dead songs performed live with precision and passion! 

Little Sister will be serving killer burgers (and so much more) starting at 5pm. Come early and grab food before the show, or stay late and refuel after dancing!

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JULY 1, 2025 ~ THE CUT LIVE

Wednesday night we’ve got Trivia in the restaurant. Come grab some Little Sister Smash Burgers and test your smarts! Free to play. Prizes include Little Sister gift cards and free show tickets! 

Saturday GA-20 returns to The Cut. There are still some tickets available! If you love edgy rock/blues, GA-20 is for you! PLUS we’ve got a DJ set happening out front in the restaurant from 9pm-midnight! 

Sunday Zach Nugent is in the house playing a Dead Set. Don’t miss hearing some of your favorite Grateful Dead songs performed live with precision and passion! 

Little Sister will be serving killer burgers (and so much more) starting at 5pm. Come early and grab food before the show, or stay late and refuel after dancing!

GA-20 Tickets

Dead Set Tickets

HOURS: 
MON, WED, THU, FRI, SAT, SUN : 5PM – CLOSE

THE CUT | 177 Main Street | Gloucester, MA

Visit Our Website

Buy Tickets to a Show

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And right on the heels of the Antonio Gentile Bandstand Concerts, comes the Harbor Loop Concert Series starting next week July 10. Again, mark your calendars as we share the info from their Facebook page:

The Antonio Gentile Bandstand Concert Series schedule for 2025 follows. First concert Sunday July 6 2025. Mark your calendars!

JUNE 30, 2025 ~ SAWYER FREE LIBRARY ~ 

Summer is a time for discovery—and at Sawyer Free Library, the adventure is just beginning.

Sawyer Free Library invites the community to celebrate summer with the launch of its 2025 Summer Reading Program: Level Up at Your Library. This year’s theme is all about playful learning—spotlighting puzzles, games, and hands-on fun designed to spark curiosity and creativity in readers of all ages.

With a vibrant lineup of free events–from live animal visits and magic shows to garden story times and interactive challenges–Level Up encourages young readers to power up their imaginations and discover new worlds. 

The Summer Reading Program is open to children and teens who can register in person at any Summer Reading Program event or online through August 1. Participants are encouraged to read (or be read to) for at least 500 minutes over the summer. With their “Level Up at the Library” reading logs, kids can earn prizes including Topsfield Fair tickets and a chance to win a signed Boston Bruins hockey jersey courtesy of the Boston Bruins Foundation. 

The summer fun kicks off on Friday, July 11 at 10:00 a.m. at Gloucester City Hall with a live animal presentation by Wildlife Encounters Ecology Center. Children and families will meet exotic creatures and learn about their habitats, adaptations, and roles in the ecosystem.

Beginning July 10, Thursday mornings bring gardening and story-sharing with Backyard Growers in the library’s raised beds on the Saunders House Lawn. 

A summer highlight comes on Monday, July 28 at 10:00 a.m., when The Poop Museum arrives at City Hall. This interactive science program, led by “poop expert” Susie Maguire, is packed with fun facts, hands-on learning, and plenty of laughs as kids explore the surprising world of human, animal, and insect poop.

The library will also host Ed the Wizard and his Reading is Magic Alchemy Laboratory on Friday, August 8, an interactive magic show that uses storytelling and everyday objects to demonstrate the transformative power of reading. Then, on Tuesday, August 12 at 10:30 a.m., Rick Roth and the Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team will introduce kids to real snakes and share fascinating facts about their habitats and behavior.

Tweens and teens have a summer program of their own to look forward to at Sawyer Free. Students entering grades 6–12 can earn a free half pint of Holy Cow Ice Cream just by reading one book and filling out online form. They’re also invited to special events like the Teen & Tween Whale Watch on July 10 and Henna Tattoos on August 11. Youth are encouraged to get involved in the Teen/Tween Advisory Board (TAB), where they can help shape library programs, earn volunteer hours, and connect with friends and community.

Summer reading isn’t just for kids. Adults can join in by submitting book ratings, earning entries into prize draws for $25, $50, or $75 Cape Ann Gift Certificates. Submissions can be made online or at the library. In addition, the library will host a full schedule of virtual author talksthroughout the summer. All adult library programming, in-person services, programs, and special events will resume in September. Library cardholders can also continue to enjoy free or discounted passes to local cultural attractions. 

All summer programming is free, thanks to the support of the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and the Gloucester Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council. 

The Sawyer Free Library is excited to officially open its newly renovated, expanded, and modernized space this September. In the meantime, the Library’s digital resources are available 24/7 at sawyerfreelibrary.org.

To learn more about Summer at the Sawyer Free Library and to register for programs, visit sawyerfreelibrary.org.

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