Amesbury News

Kristine Mercier, 37, 76 Sayles St., Lowell, Mass., charged with driving while intoxicated and possession of a controlled drug.

As the public library looks to secure a $5,000 grant, staff are looking for help from both patrons and nonusers.

Each year, The Daily News awards $1,000 college scholarships to newspaper carriers.

AMESBURY The city is seeking donations to support this year's Amesbury Days celebration, which is scheduled for June 25 through July 4. An annual tradition, Amesbury Days includes a variety of family-oriented ...

The Amesbury Lions Club recently awarded U.S. Savings Bonds to the winners of their first annual coloring contest.

It was just after 10 p.m. when William Cotter, wearing a belt full of ammunition, burst into the home of his estranged wife, Dorothy, shooting her in the back with a sawed-off shot gun before taking his own ...

Greg Hoyt hasn't visited his family in Amesbury in a few months, but most likely you've seen him anyway.

The Amesbury Chamber of Commerce and Industrial Foundation wants to point out some of the positive developments in town.

Just weeks before launching the region's first "Zorb ball" attraction, Amesbury Sports Park has abruptly dropped the company that was set to implement the activity after discovering its founders were involved ...

“We hope the bridal show will be a chance for us to introduce ourselves to the community”

The downtown's evolution has made it fit for a new kind of event - a bridal show. via NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA

It was just after 10 p.m. when William Cotter, wearing a belt full of ammunition, burst into the home of his estranged wife, Dorothy, shooting her in the back with a sawed-off shot gun before taking his own ... via Reuters

“That's puzzled me since I got here”

Jeannine Bailey has submitted her resignation from the Library Board of Trustees , after serving about five years on the board. via NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA

Students and faculty at Cashman Elementary School are preparing for the third annual Junior Relay for Life, a day of reflection for veterans and in honor of those who have been affected by cancer. via NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA

“This will really help us to be able to look at that idea with some funding behind it. That is a real positive for us.”

Rep. Michael Costello got several earmarks for city projects placed in the House version of the state's fiscal 2009 budget, which passed the House Saturday. via NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA

“We were going to become little old ladies together”

For Becky Taylor, one of the worst days of her life has since turned into a series of positives. via NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA

“We really appreciate people keeping an eye out in their neighborhood”

Three suspects await arraignment on drug charges today after police seized about $30,000 in cocaine, heroin and cash in what proved to be a busy weekend for the town's K-9 officer. via NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA

“I'll be honest with you, I'm thinking about it”

Some drivers pulling into the Super Petroleum Inc. gas station on Route 28 were in for a shock last week, when they realized the station was charging more for gasoline purchased with a credit or debit card. via EagleTribune.com, North Andover, MA

“Usually it quiets things down somewhat”

The recently released leader of the Salisbury-based gang called"Crimesquad 4 Life 3:19" will spend the next three years of his life behind bars. via EagleTribune.com, North Andover, MA

“My plan is to do this every year”

Passers-by through downtown will see some changes this week as the town gears up for summer. via NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA

The Amesbury Rotary Club is now taking nominations for its 26th annual Educator of the Year award, which will be presented at a luncheon on Thursday, June 5, at the Amesbury Sports Park. via NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA