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Storm Prompts Statewide Shellfish Closure
September 27, 2026
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Statewide Shellfish Closure Takes Effect Amid Storm
The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries has closed all shellfish growing areas in the state as a precaution against predicted high winds, coastal flooding and heavy rainfall from the nor'easter. The closure took effect a half-hour before sunrise on Saturday, September 26, and covers all shellfish except conch and sea scallop adductor muscle. Digging, harvesting or possessing shellfish taken from any Massachusetts waters is prohibited while the closure is in effect.
Mass.gov
Nor'easter Brings Heavy Surf, Prompts Storm Warnings
A powerful nor'easter on September 26 generated massive waves at Gloucester and Rockport beaches, drawing onlookers as officials warned of flooding, erosion and power outages; the mayor urged residents to stay indoors during the storm's peak.
CBS Boston
Coastal Flood and High-Surf Warnings Remain in Effect Through Tonight
Coastal flood and high-surf warnings remain in effect through 8 p.m. Sunday, with large breaking waves and minor to moderate flooding possible near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Gloucester Daily Times
Cape Ann Symphony Postpones 75th Season Opener to Oct. 4
Cape Ann Symphony's 75th Diamond Anniversary opening concert, originally set for September 27 at Manchester-Essex Regional High School, has been rescheduled to Sunday, October 4, due to nor'easter conditions and venue closures.
Good Morning Gloucester
Cape Ann Museum's Midcentury Art Exhibit Closes Today
Sunday, September 27, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., is the final day for the Cape Ann Museum's exhibition 'Avery, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea,' exploring the artists' shared creative summers in Gloucester.
Cape Ann Museum
Rocky Neck's 'More or Less' Exhibit Opens with Reception Today
An opening reception for 'More or Less,' a group exhibition by Willie Alexander, Joan Mullen, Martin Sorger and Julia Talcott, runs 4-6 p.m. Sunday, September 27, at Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue.
Rocky Neck Art Colony
Cape Ann Cake Fest Fundraiser Benefits Local Nonprofits Today
A cake-swap fundraiser runs 2-4 p.m. Sunday, September 27, at Windhover Performing Arts Center in Rockport, with proceeds benefiting The Open Door and Windhover.
Good Morning Gloucester
Cape Ann Museum's 'Among Friends' Exhibit Closes Today
Sunday, September 27, is the final day to see 'Among Friends,' an exhibition celebrating creative connections among Cape Ann artists, at the Cape Ann Museum Green, 13 Poplar Street, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cape Ann Museum
Cape Ann Museum Student Exhibitions Close Today
Exhibitions of artwork by Gloucester students in grades 2, 6 and 8 close Sunday, September 27, at 5 p.m. at Cape Ann Museum locations.
Gloucester Education Foundation
Divers Hold Treasure Hunt at Stage Fort Park Today
The Bay State Council of Divers' multi-club treasure hunt runs 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, September 27, at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, rain or shine.
South Shore Neptunes
Hands-On Butter-Making Workshop Set for Today on Main Street
Apothecary Suil Crow hosts a butter-turning workshop at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 27, at 153 Main Street, where participants learn to churn butter and take some home.
Apothecary Suil Crow
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