Spotted Lanternfly Confirmed in Nearby Topsfield

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State Urges Vigilance After Spotted Lanternfly Found in Topsfield

State agricultural officials issued an alert October 1 asking North Shore residents to watch for the invasive spotted lanternfly after a confirmed detection in neighboring Topsfield. The alert comes during the insect's peak egg-laying season.

The Local News

Marini Farm Hosts Adult Corn Maze Night Tonight

Tonight's adult evening in the corn maze offers five tasting stations across seven acres and a beer garden hosted by Hopothecary Ales Brewery & Kitchen.

Marini Farm

Castle Hill Offers Guided Tours Today, Including Cupola With a View

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate offers Cupola with a View tours today at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Guest of the Cranes and Behind the Scenes in the Great House tours also run.

The Trustees of Reservations

Topsfield Fair Opens Today with Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off

The fair opens today from 4 to 10 p.m. Opening-day highlights include the 42nd New England Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off, Dock Dogs and an open sheep show.

The Town Common

Families Can Help with Farm Chores at Appleton Farms Today

From 4 to 5 p.m. today, families can help care for animals and tackle hands-on farm tasks at Appleton Farms. The program suits children ages 3 and older with an adult.

The Trustees of Reservations

Fall Foliage Family Paddle on the Ipswich River Saturday

Families with children ages 6 to 17 can join a canoe trip Saturday, October 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It departs from Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield and includes a picnic stop on Perkins Island.

Mass Audubon

Ipswich River Sanctuary Marks 75 Years with Free Picnic Saturday

A free anniversary picnic runs Saturday, October 3, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield, with live music, lawn games, cake and history displays.

Mass Audubon

Ipswich Soccer Draws 2–2 with Lynnfield

Ipswich and Lynnfield played to a 2–2 draw Thursday, October 1, ending Ipswich's three-game losing streak.

MaxPreps

Housing Partnership and Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board Meet Monday

The two boards hold a joint meeting Monday, October 5, at 5:30 p.m.

Town of Ipswich

Select Board Meets as Electric Light Commissioners Monday

The Select Board meets as Electric Light Commissioners Monday, October 5, at 6:30 p.m.

Town of Ipswich

Shellfish Advisory Board Meets Tuesday

The Shellfish Advisory Board to the Select Board meets Tuesday, October 6, at 7 p.m.

Town of Ipswich

Stormwater Project Begins at Ipswich Utilities Department, 272 High Street

A landscape and stormwater-management project starts this October at 272 High Street. Office and drop box access may shift during construction, so customers are encouraged to pay online when possible.

Town of Ipswich