https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefsThe daily local brief for Gloucester, MA.en-ushttps://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-09https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-09Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The 42nd annual juried Annisquam Arts & Crafts Show runs Saturday and Sunday, October 10–11, at Annisquam Village Hall on Leonard Street, opening at 10 a.m. Saturday. The fall tradition features work by artists and craft makers, with a broad selection of handcrafted goods including jewelry and other artisan pieces.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-08https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-08Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000For the week of Monday, October 12, trash and recycling collection in Gloucester runs one day later, starting with Monday's routes and continuing for the rest of the week. Friday collections move to Saturday. Trash and recyclables should be at the curb by 7 a.m., and missed collections can be reported to Republic Services at 781-289-0500.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-07https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-07Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The state Department of Environmental Protection has posted notice of a Chapter 91 license application by Dominick Unlimited, LLC for work at Cape Ann Marina, 75 Essex Avenue, on the Annisquam River. The project would replace the east wharf, rebuild an existing timber access deck, and add stormwater improvements, site grading and repaving. The state has preliminarily found it a water-dependent use. Written comments are due Nov. 6, and anyone who does not comment by then gives up the right to seek an adjudicatory hearing. That applies to an aggrieved person or a group of 10 or more citizens.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-06https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-06Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Hammond Castle Museum offers free self-guided admission to Gloucester residents today from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with last admission at 2:45 p.m. Proof of residency is required at check-in. Advance registration is recommended but not required, and visitors may also register on arrival in the Museum Shop. The Gloucester Gratis Days offer runs every Tuesday of the regular tour season, through November 10.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-05https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-05Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Coast Guard suspended its search Sunday for a 37-year-old reported missing in the water near Manchester-by-the-Sea. The search began after a recreational vessel was spotted Saturday afternoon circling south of Graves Beach with no one visible aboard; a Coast Guard Station Gloucester crew reached the boat and recovered a dog. Three people had been aboard. Harbormasters pulled two from the water: one was taken by MedFlight to Massachusetts General Hospital, and the other was pronounced dead on arrival at Beverly Hospital.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-04https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-04Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute and MITRE announced Friday a research agreement to jointly develop The Virtual Living Ocean. The project combines GMGI's years of environmental DNA sampling with MITRE's expertise in ocean technology and large-scale data systems. Its foundation, the Living Ocean Atlas, pairs eDNA data with temperature, pH and satellite imagery, beginning at Stellwagen National Marine Sanctuary and other coastal sites GMGI has sampled for years, with plans to expand to other regions.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-03https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-03Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Community Safety Day runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at Harbor Loop, with demonstrations by the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Guard. The National Guard fires a cannon at 11 a.m., the Coast Guard stages a helicopter swim rescue at noon, and a live flare demonstration follows at 1 p.m. The City warns the demonstrations may be loud and heard beyond the event area.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-02https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-02Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Cape Ann Plein Air runs October 3–11, bringing 36 juried artists to paint across Cape Ann, including Gloucester, as they compete for awards and prizes, with a $10,000 first place. The week includes live demonstrations, a Quickdraw competition with more than 100 artists, an opening reception, a Gala and Art Sale, and judges' talks. Gloucester painter Jeff Weaver, known for his depictions of the city's working waterfront, is this year's event judge.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-01https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-10-01Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Starting today, the city is accepting single consolidated local permit applications for qualifying small clean energy facilities, including solar, battery storage and certain transmission and distribution projects, under state regulations issued under the 2024 Climate Act. The city must issue a decision within 12 months of receiving a complete application, and applications not decided in that window may receive constructive approval. The City General Counsel will oversee the process, and city staff are still evaluating whether to adopt a local permitting bylaw.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-30https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-30Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Today, Wednesday, September 30, is the final day of the city-issued purple trash bag program, and Casella's automated cart service begins Thursday, October 1. The city warns residents not to use their new Casella carts before October 1: purple bags placed in a Casella cart before then will not be serviced. Bulk item stickers are non-refundable but may be used through today.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-29https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-29Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The City Council and Planning Board hold a joint special meeting and public hearing on the 2026 Housing Compass Plan tonight at 6:30 p.m. in Kyrouz Auditorium at City Hall, 9 Dale Ave. The public is welcome to attend in person, or remotely by Zoom or phone using meeting ID 889 7375 4678. The plan is the only item on the agenda, and the next regular City Council meeting is Oct. 13.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-28https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-28Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Sunday's high tide left the rip rap exposed along the Long Beach seawall after three days of storm conditions, and the August shelf of sand is gone. All access staircases remained intact, and the tides met the wall with little splash-over. Yard furniture and planters at the front-row cottages appeared undisturbed, and the pea stone pathway held.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-27https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-27Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The 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.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-26https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-26Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000City officials announced Friday that the Sawyer Free Library and the Dogtown Compost Facility are closed today, Saturday, Sept. 26, due to inclement weather. They are the two municipal buildings named in the city's closure notice. The city apologized for any inconvenience.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-25https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-25Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The National Weather Service has a high wind warning in effect for Gloucester from 8 a.m. Friday to 2 a.m. Sunday, with northeast winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 60 mph. Forecasters say damaging winds will blow down branches and power lines, power outages are expected, and travel may be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Residents are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-24https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-24Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Guitarists Jon Butcher and Johnny A. are joined by Dave Amato, longtime former lead guitarist for REO Speedwagon, at The Cut at 8 p.m. Thursday. Rockin' 4 Vets presents the Guitar Monsters show, and all net proceeds benefit The Open Door food pantry. Butcher and Johnny A. are both Grammy-nominated musicians.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-23https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-23Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Gloucester City Council will present three Mariner's Medals to Capt. Accursio "Gus" Sanfilippo of the F/V Lily Jean at 6:30 p.m. tonight in Kyrouz Auditorium. The medals honor ocean rescues he led in 2000, 2007 and 2011.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-22https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-22Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Fish City Studios, in Jon Sarkin's old studio, hosts its first filmed concert Friday, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m., with four local acts on a bill organizers compare to Gloucester's own "Tiny Desk Concert." Seating is limited to roughly 20 seats. Tickets are $10 online or $15 at the door.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-21https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-21Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Rockport police and fire were called to 19 Broadway Ave. at about 9:58 a.m. Sunday for reports of a strong gas odor, and found thick black smoke and an active fire in the mixed-use building. Crews struck four alarms and knocked the fire down around 1 p.m. with no reported injuries, though at least two families and commercial businesses were displaced. Gloucester was among 10 departments providing mutual aid; the cause remains under investigation by Rockport Fire and the State Police fire unit.https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-20https://nanopress.net/gloucester-ma/briefs/2026-09-20Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Lone Gull 10K steps off at 9 a.m. today near the Good Harbor Beach footbridge, with race-day check-in beginning at 7:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit The Children's Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf. Registration is $44.79, and free T-shirts are included for the first 400 runners.