MBTA adds Rockport line weekend trips for fall

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MBTA adds weekend trips on Rockport line for October

The MBTA announced seven additional inbound and eight additional outbound weekend trips on the Newburyport/Rockport commuter rail line starting in October. The changes are meant to handle a 76% increase in weekend ridership from September to October, driven by fall crowds.

Boston 25 News

Rights of Way committee reviews trail access and maintenance

The Rights of Way Committee's September 16, 2026, agenda included public property and trail access near upper Pigeon Hill Street, a trail-mapping proposal, the Atlantic Path, Saratoga Footbridge, trail signage, maintenance planning, and invasive-species control.

Town of Rockport

Council on Aging agenda covers senior mental-health support

At its September 15 meeting, the Rockport Council on Aging scheduled discussion of Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults, food and housing programs, member recruitment, and programming updates.

Town of Rockport

Old Sloop opens season with What Time Is It, Mr. Fox?

Tonight, September 18, at 7:30 p.m., Old Sloop Presents hosts the Gloucester-based quintet blending soul, folk, and cabaret, with Miranda Aisling opening, at the First Congregational Church of Rockport.

Old Sloop Presents

Rockport girls soccer earns first win against Triton

On Thursday, September 17, Rockport defeated Triton Regional 4-3 in girls varsity soccer, earning its first win of the season.

MaxPreps

Rockport hosts Bishop Fenwick in girls field hockey today

Rockport's varsity girls field hockey team hosts Bishop Fenwick today at 4 p.m.

NFHS Network

Rockport boys soccer tops Triton, 4-2

On Thursday, September 17, Rockport defeated Triton Regional 4-2 for its second win in three games after a five-game losing streak.

MaxPreps

Small Works 4 exhibition opens Saturday at Rockport Art Association

The Rockport Art Association & Museum opens its Small Works 4 juried-member exhibition at the Pearson Gallery on Saturday, September 19, through November 1.

Rockport Art Association & Museum

Shoshana Bean performs Saturday at Shalin Liu

Broadway and recording artist Shoshana Bean performs Saturday, September 19, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Rockport Music's Shalin Liu Performance Center.

Rockport USA

Bird club leads Halibut Point field trip Sunday

The Brookline Bird Club hosts a beginner-friendly birding walk Sunday, September 20, from 8 to 10 a.m. at Halibut Point State Park. Free, co-sponsored by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

Brookline Bird Club

Memorial service for Tony Robbins set for Saturday in Rockport

A memorial service for Anthony 'Tony' Robbins takes place Saturday, September 19, at 12:30 p.m. at Rockport Music's Shalin Liu Performance Center.

Gloucester Times

Rockport Back Beach property dispute resolved against plaintiffs

A court denied plaintiffs' request for fee simple title to areas east of their Beach Street properties abutting Back Beach, dismissing claims for declaratory judgment, trespass, and uncompensated taking.

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly