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Town of West Newbury

381 Main Street
978-363-1100

Located 40 miles north of Boston, West Newbury is a delightful community characterized by rolling hills, broad valleys and an unspoiled rural charm. The Merrimack River, which flows along the northern border, provides scenic beauty and recreational boating.

During the holiday season, families travel to West Newbury to choose and cut a Christmas tree from one of the town's many Christmas tree farms. The Mill Pond area, encompassing over 200 acres, provides passive recreational activities including cross-country skiing, hiking, fishing, horse riding rings and trails, as well as a winter carnival, fall hayrides and other family oriented activities organized by the Mill Pond Committee. Youth programs include soccer, baseball and softball teams, summer children's theater, an after-school sports and arts program and a children's story hour at the Library. A splendid playground was constructed through the efforts of hundreds of volunteers working together in a spirit of friendship and cooperation.

The PTO and Pentucket Activities Association through fundraising activities supplement the programs of both the elementary and secondary schools. Organizations for older citizens include the Historical Society and Garden Club. The talented Volunteer Firemen's Association Marching Band, comprised of young folks and older citizens epitomizes the cooperative spirit of community members working and playing together that make West Newbury a special community.


Recent News

Town of West Newbury - 2023 Summer Recreation Program at Page School

The West Newbury Summer Rec Program is returning this summer with many fun activities planned! Registration will be open on Friday, March 10th at 7:00am! The program is offered at the Page School to children who will be entering Grades 1-7 in…

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Town of West Newbury News : Affordable Housing Trust Public Listening Session

Affordable Housing Trust Public Listening Session Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 7pm First Floor Hearing Room Town Office Building The Affordable Housing Trust has partnered with a housing consultant to draft a three-year Action Plan for…

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Town of West Newbury - Identity Theft, Fraud Prevention, And Online Safety

The G.A.R. Memorial Library and the Sage Center are partnering for a 3-part series on scams. Register for the first in the series, taking place tomorrow night. Identity Theft, Fraud Prevention, and Online Safety Tuesday, February 28…

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Town of West Newbury - MBTA Communities Multi-Family Housing District Planning Process

Information regarding the MBTA Communities Multi-Family Housing District planning process West Newbury received a Rural and Small Town Grant from the State and pledged matching local funds to secure professional assistance to lead an iterative…

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Town of West Newbury - Information Session To Answer Questions About The Lottery For 9 Daley Lane

LDS will be holding an information session to answer any questions about the lottery for 9 Daley Lane in West Newbury next Thursday, February 23 from 12:15-12:45 Information on how you can join by phone or computer is listed below: Join Zoom…

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Affordable, Income Restricted, Townhouse Condominium Available For Resale

Cottages at Drakes Landing Condominium 9 Daley Drive, West Newbury, MA 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathrooms, Two-level townhouse condominium Home completed in 2019 Sale Price: $196,400 The unit is being sold as is 1,200 Square feet, Annual Taxes…

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Town of West Newbury - Brake Hill Water Tank Repairs- Discolored Water Possible

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Affordable Housing Trust Developing Three Year Action Plan

West Newbury voters approved the creation of an Affordable Housing Trust last fall, with the goal of helping address a shortage of affordable housing in town. The Trust is comprised of seven residents who have experience and interest in creating…

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Town of West Newbury News - Scholarship Opportunities for Pentucket Students

Scholarship Opportunities for Pentucket Students West Newbury Garden Club Scholarship Opportunities for Pentucket Students The West Newbury Garden Club is again offering scholarships to students who will study or who are currently studying…

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Town of West Newbury : Valentine’s Day Basket Fundraiser

A tisket, a tasket, 3 amazing baskets are now available at the GAR Library and are filled with generous donations from local businesses and Friends of the West Newbury Library members. The “Kids Baking” basket is filled with kid’s…

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Town of West Newbury News - Do You Have Budget Questions Regarding The Pentucket Schools

Do you have budget questions regarding the Pentucket Schools? For more information visit pentucketbudget.com Interesting in learning more about this years budget for the Pentucket Schools? Please visit this link to learn more about this years…

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Town Of West Newbury : Temporary Pumping Station At Indian Hill

The City of Newburyport Water Treatment Division is scheduled to perform work in the area of the Indian Hill Reservoir from Tuesday, January 31st to Friday, February 3rd, 2023. The work consists of pumping water off low lying areas due increased…

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Town of West Newbury : February 2nd is World Wetlands Day!

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Town of West Newbury News : Make sure to fill out your 2023 Local Census - Street Listing

The Town Clerk's Office has sent out this years Annual Local Census/Street Listing. If you have not already, please sign the form mailed to you and return your census/street listing by emailing a photo of your signed form to…

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Town of West Newbury : Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO)

This is a Public Health Warning issued by the West Newbury Board of Health. The Board of Health has been notified that one or more of the upstream sewage treatment facilities have had a combined sewer overflow release into the Merrimack River. It…

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Town of West Newbury : We have a surprise visitor joining our Who Done It? Mystery Book Group Today!

Local author Brendan Dubois will be here to discuss The Cornwalls Vanish, the first book in his Out of Sight series with James Patterson. Stop in to the library at 12:30 on Thursday, January 12, for a conversation with Brendan. No registration…

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Nomination Papers for 2023 Local Election Now Available

Last day to obtain nomination papers is March 9, 2023 2023 Annual Town Election is on Monday, May 1, 2023 Nomination papers for the local Town Election are now available in the Town Clerk's Office 381 Main St. West Newbury Positions on the…

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Town of West Newbury: Unpaid Water Bills

Red Cards are being processed for UNPAID water bills. IF you have not sent in your water payment, Red Cards are being processed and will be delivered. Please pay immediately to avoid any additional charges to your account. There are a few ways…

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Town of West Newbury: MS4 Monthly Message

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Town of West Newbury News - Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO)

This is a Public Health Warning issued by the West Newbury Board of Health. The Board of Health has been notified that one or more of the upstream sewage treatment facilities have had a combined sewer overflow release into the Merrimack River. It is…

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Town of West Newbury: 2023 Town Election Schedule

January 12, 2023- May 1, 2023 A detailed list of date and time deadlines can be found through the following link: https://www.wnewbury.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif1436/f/uploads/local_election_schedule_2023.pdf Click Here For More…

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Town of West Newbury News - Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO)

Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) This is a Public Health Warning issued by the West Newbury Board of Health. The Board of Health has been notified that one or more of the upstream sewage treatment facilities have had a combined sewer overflow…

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Town of West Newbury News - Christmas Tree Disposal

Christmas Tree Disposal
A Message from the Board of Health

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Town of West Newbury News - A Message from the West Newbury Garden Club

A Message from the West Newbury Garden Club Happy Holidays The West Newbury Garden Club wishes you a joyful holiday season and a Happy New Year! We hope you're enjoying the holiday wreaths on town buildings decorated by the Garden Club and…

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2022-23 Winter Energy Cost Update from the Energy and Sustainability Committee

A message from the Energy & Sustainability Committee Municipal Aggregation of Power Purchases: As Town Meeting participants know, on October 24, 2022 the Town authorized the Select Board to investigate Municipal Aggregation of power purchases,…

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Town of West Newbury - Water Bill Final Notices

Final Notices will be processed for UNPAID bills next week.... IF you have not sent in your payment please do so to avoid demand and interest charges. If you have any questions regarding your bill you can contact the Water Department by phone or…

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Town Of West Newbury : Unveiling Of Handtub Lane Street Sign

Unveiling of Handtub Lane Street Sign Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 10:00am Off Bachelor Street, Behind the Public Safety Building adjacent to the Historical Society’s Hills House Museum property Hosted by the West Newbury Select…

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Town of West Newbury : Water bills were due on Monday, December 5th

If you have not sent in your payment please do so to avoid demand and interest charges . If you did not receive a bill in the mail you can contact the Water Department by phone or email. Water bills can be paid by check and sent to the WN Water…

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Town of West Newbury : We have 4 spots open in tonight's Boxwood Holiday CenterpieceWorkshop at Old Town Hall!

Sign up to make your own holiday Boxwood centerpiece using your choice of velvet bows, gold balls, berries, natural gypsophila and fresh boxwood, you will create a centerpiece that will last for months afterward. Registration required, $35…

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Town of West Newbury : Holiday Basket Fundraiser

Are you still looking for special holiday gifts? The Friends of the West Newbury Library have you covered. They have pulled together 3 themed baskets (West Newbury Local; Lego-mania; Holiday Cheer) filled with generous donations from local…

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Town of West Newbury: MS4 Monthly Message

Nobody wants to deal with clogged pipes or a damaged wastewater system. Do your part and know what not to flush! Click Here For More…

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