I just wanted to let you know that my father passed away peacefully last night during a national display of fireworks!
He had a wonderful journey of life with great friends. ❤️
Alison Cox
David was a fixture on Main St. The owner of Main St Art and Antiques. He volunteered countless hours photographing community events and High School athletes. He was such a kind and friendly soul. A man I spent many many hours talking to about Gloucester, our families and his love for photography. He donated an incredible amount of his prints to local kids that he photographed at community events and local sports.
A great man, a good friend to many and the Downtown Gloucester scene.
David will be sorely missed.
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Need Better Sleep? CBD and CBN may help with their remarkable sleep promoting properties!
When it comes to sleep, not all cannabinoids are created equal. However, here are three cannabinoids that may influence your sleep patterns:
CBD CBD (cannabidiol) is a non-psychoactive compound popular for its potential therapeutic benefits. One of its well-studied properties is its anti-inflammatory effect. It also possesses remarkable sleep-promoting properties due to its ability to calm the mind and body.
CBD also doesn’t make you high. Instead, it helps you relax and unwind, which could prove beneficial if you struggle with falling and staying asleep. Research suggests that CBD may help reduce anxiety, which can be a major barrier to falling asleep.
CBN CBN (cannabinol), on the other hand, is a mildly psychoactive compound that forms when THC breaks down. It is known as the “sleepy cannabinoid in old weed” because users claim it induces sedation, which helps them to sleep.
Like CBD, CBN is often touted for its potential sedative effects. Some users report that CBN helps them fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. However, research on CBN’s sleep-promoting effects is limited, and more studies are needed to confirm its efficacy.
THC THC is the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis. It can induce feelings of sleepiness and help you fall asleep faster. However, long-term, heavy use of THC may have drawbacks.
While it might help you fall asleep initially, it can alter your sleep cycles over time. Indeed, studies suggest that regular heavy THC use may reduce the duration of REM sleep, which is vital for memory consolidation and cognitive function.
If you’re considering using cannabinoids for sleep, it’s worth exploring products that combine different compounds. After all, researchers think when cannabis compounds work together, they enhance their overall therapeutic value due to the entourage effect.
We are open Friday and Saturday 11-4
We invite you to try free samples to see how CBD can improve the quality of your sleep – 12 Rogers StreetAnd Some Home Grown Tie Dye!
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Rockport artist Timothy Mears recently saw his dramatic swordfish sculpture creation mounted at the O’Maley Innovation Middle School joining the existing school of fish sculpture (also his creation). This project was done in conjunction with the O’Maley students who wanted something to match up with the existing school of fish and harken Gloucester’s history. The swordfish is a reminder of the Perfect Storm and the entire project is a demonstration of the school’s students and community uniting for a common purpose. It’s very beautiful and if you haven’t seen it, it’s worth a little ride.
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We live in a world where it often feels like we’re constantly being evaluated. Are we successful enough? Attractive enough? Productive enough? Smart enough? Everywhere we turn, there are expectations to meet and comparisons to make.
Then you step into a pasture with a horse.
And suddenly, none of that matters.
Horses don’t care what you do for a living. They don’t care how much money you make, what kind of car you drive, or whether you’re wearing designer clothes or muddy boots. They don’t know how many followers you have on social media or whether you’ve had a bad week.
They simply meet you where you are.
That may be one of the greatest gifts horses have to offer.
Date and Time: Saturday Jul 18, 2026 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Location: Stage Fort Park 24 Hough Avenue Gloucester, MA 01930
Fees/Admission: Advance Purchase General Admission – $45 At the Door General Admission – $50 Designated Driver – $10 Click here to purchase tickets: blackburnbrewfest.com
Website: blackburnbrewfest.com
Contact Information: Call 978-283-1601 Send Email
Blackburn Brew Fest 2026: The current list of sponsors is:
Growler:
Discover Gloucester
Ocean Breeze Cultivators
Reverie 73
Renewal by Andersen
Cape Ann Savings
Pint:
BankGloucester
Cape Ann Motor Inn
Flight
Burgin Platner Insurance
Cape Ann Lanes/Laneside Pub & Brewery
In Kind:
Streamography
Brooks Gibson Company
Description: The Greater Cape Ann Chamber is pleased to announce the return of the Blackburn Brew Festival on Saturday, July 18th (RAIN or SHINE) at Stage Fort Park! Over 20 breweries will be convening from Cape Ann, the North Shore, and across New England to showcase their best brews to attendees from far and wide. The event will also offer live music, local food trucks and lawn games all while located at Gloucester’s historic waterfront park.
The event will also be supporting a good cause as a portion of the proceeds will support local non-profits through the Cape Ann Community Foundation, an organization established by the Chamber to award grants for projects supporting educational, social service, recreational and economic initiatives throughout the Cape Ann Community.
PLEASE NOTE: This event is 21+
For breweries interested in participating, please contact Sam Bevins at sam@capeannchamber.com.
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I used the handy Sawyer Free Library’s Cape Ann History Digital Resources link to search past newspapers for information on how Cape Ann and Gloucester celebrated historic July 4th anniversaries in 1876, 1926 and 1976. It’s always a fascinating step into the past. Here are some examples.
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