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Some Selectboard members won’t endorse new MBTA zoningBy Susanna Sheehan
Clipper Senior Reporter
This week, two Selectboard members publicly announced their intention not to support the MBTA Communities zoning overlay bylaw that will be presented to voters at the Nov. 18 special Town...
Retirees insurance spikes
Payment could rise by $730 a yearBy Susanna Sheehan
Clipper Senior Reporter
Duxbury retirees will pay a lot more for their health insurance next year and many former town and school employees aren’t happy about it. On Monday, Duxbury Human Resources Director...
More questions, more answers, on the MBTA
Planning Board votes its support of the proposed zoning change at Bongi’s, Island CreekBy Matthew Nadler
Clipper Editor
The MBTA Communities Act continues to draw questions and criticisms from residents, who recently had two opportunities to be heard on the topic. The MBTA Working Group held a...
The cost of kindergarten
By Matthew NadlerClipper Editor
Superintendent explains budget impact of funding change
The upcoming fiscal year will be the first in which the cost of full-day kindergarten is tuition free. Superintendent Danielle Klingaman explained what that would mean to the School Committee...
Alden School options open
Expansion, repair or replacement under discussionBy Matthew Nadler
Clipper Editor
Officials from the Massachusetts School Building Administration recently toured the Alden School, leaving school officials with much to think about. The MSBA is the agency that helps communities fund school...
What’s on the menu
Food service director responds to meals survey, updates School Committee on programBy Matthew Nadler
Clipper Editor
As students left for their summer break in June, the School Committee learned that many of them didn’t care much for what they were being served in the cafeteria. As...
A haunting good time
The little ghosts and goblins were out last weekend as the Alden House Historic Site hosted its annual Halloween Haunted House.
Hooray for the volunteers
The Duxbury Community Volunteer Award celebrates the spirit of civic responsibility through community service by honoring exemplary Duxbury citizens whose voluntary contributions of time and talent have made a positive...
Ralph Ettore Luca
Ralph Ettore Luca, devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on Oct. 25. Born in 1932 in Brooklyn, New York, Ralph was the beloved son of the late...
William S. Thayer, 90
William Sumner Thayer, 90, of Marshfield, passed away on October 12, the day after his 90th birthday. Born in Duxbury, the second son of Elmer Sumner Thayer and Emily (Bowman)...
Eugene J. Durgin Jr., 82
It is with great sadness that the family of Eugene J. Durgin Jr. announce his sudden passing on Oct. 19, at the age of 82 years. Gene was the eldest...
College Corner
By Mike Halloran
Clipper Staff | October 30, 2024
Junior Jackson Moore (DHS ’22) was the stroke on the Trinity College Varsity-8 boat at the Head of the Charles last weekend. His boat finished fifth out of 42 collegiate boats...
College Corner
By Mike Halloran
Clipper Staff | October 23, 2024
Endicott volleyball senior Emma Ruel (DHS ’21) helped the Gulls extend their win streak to nine games with 3-0 wins over Plymouth State and Hartford, leaving them with an overall...
Reader’s View: It was a good day for the dogs
The Duxbury Beach Reservation hosted its first Dog Day at Duxbury Beach, an amazing community event for our dogs in town! You could feel the excitement and thrill in the...
Reader’s View: Let’s consider a shift
Since the state seems to want to impose its will on local communities (Milton, Duxbury etc.) by way of this Act, could the state also mandate that a certain percentage,...
Reader’s View: Here’s the rest of the story
John Dargin’s letter was interesting, as are most on the opinion page. I agree with him that signs should not be stolen from lawns and with all other signs today...
Digging deep
Duxbury finds a way on Senior NightBy Trevor Hass
Sports Editor/Reporter
sports@duxburyclipper.com, Twitter: @DuxburySports
It was just one point in a season full of hundreds, but to the Duxbury volleyball seniors, the moment meant everything. Ava Berry, Skye Cerow, Caroline Cusson, Lyla Peters, Caleigh...
Lowell legends
Boys repeat at states, girls place 3rdBy Trevor Hass
Sports Editor/Reporter
sports@duxburyclipper.com, Twitter: @DuxburySports
Bolstered by strong performances from the boys first and second varsity eights, who both won their events, Duxbury boys crew successfully repeated as boys team state champions at the Mass...
Duxbury Senior News
LGBTQ Event. Cornhole Tournament! Everyone is welcome to come cheer, come play, and come meet new people at a Cornhole Tournament at the Duxbury Senior Center. Long-time sports rivals Duxbury...
Duxbury Arts & Entertainment
Theater The Bay Players present the heartwarming romantic comedy “Almost, Maine,” Written by John Cariani, This play has captivated audiences with its charm and exploration of love, loss and human...
Help the Clipper ask some questions
There are two contested races for town office this year and the Clipper needs your help. Six people are running for two open seats on the Planning Board and two...