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Gloucester DPW flushes water system for fall disinfectant switch

The Town of Gloucester announced that the Department of Public Works began flushing the water distribution system Oct. 14 to switch disinfectants, with a switch back to monochloramine expected two to five weeks later.

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Government

Gloucester DPW offers dumpster for old trash carts

Gloucester announced Oct. 13 that a dumpster is available at the DPW on Poplar Street through the end of October for residents to dispose of old recycling bins and trash carts.

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Government · Planning Board

Planning Board OKs Jebica Lane Lot Split

Gloucester Planning Board approves three-lot consolidation off Jebica Lane into two parcels. The board voted 4-0, with Member Beverly Bookin abstaining, to endorse an approval-not-required plan filed by trustees Deborah C.

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Government · Select Board

Council Approves 40-Unit Main Street Development

The Gloucester City Council approved a special permit for a 40-unit mixed-use development at 150 Main Street on a 9-0 roll-call vote. Council President Tony Gross moved the SCP 2026-3 permit for applicant Gloucester Maine LLC; Councilor Anna Kimberly seconded.

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