IPSWICH — Town Manager Anthony Marino and Police Chief Paul Nikas representing the leadership team of the Town of Ipswich wish to relay to the community that they strongly denounce the actions of Minneapolis Police Officers which resulted in the death of George Floyd last week. “We are deeply troubled by the death of George […]
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Town of Ipswich Shares State Guidelines for Outdoor Recreational Activities and Spaces
IPSWICH — Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public Health Director Colleen Fermon would like to share the state’s guidelines for outdoor activities and spaces, such as parks and tennis courts. These spaces are open to the public as part of Phase 1 of the state’s reopening plan, and restrictions are in place to ensure the […]
Read moreIpswich Fire Department Extinguishes Attic Fire
IPSWICH — Chief Andy Theriault reports that the Ipswich Fire Department extinguished a one-alarm attic fire last night. At approximately 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, Ipswich Fire responded to a multi-family home at 34 Mitchell Road for a report of a fire in the attic. Engine 2, Lt. Pat Dingle, Firefighter Kendall Buhl and […]
Read moreTown of Ipswich Shares State Guidelines for Beaches
IPSWICH — Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public Health Director Colleen Fermon would like to share the state’s guidance regarding the town’s beaches. Beaches are open to the public as part of Phase 1 of the state’s reopening plan, and restrictions are in place to ensure the safety of those using the amenities and to […]
Read more‘What Do I Need to Do to Reopen My Ipswich Business?’ Town of Ipswich Shares New State Guidelines to Reopening Businesses
IPSWICH — Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public Health Director Colleen Fermon would like to share the newest state guidelines for local business owners who will be planning to reopen their businesses. On Monday, May 18, Gov. Baker announced the first phase of the state’s four phase reopening plan. The plan allowed some industries to […]
Read moreIpswich Police Announces Changes to Town Wharf Reconstruction Plan
IPSWICH — Police Chief and Harbormaster Paul A. Nikas announces the boat ramp and ramp walls at the Town Wharf will be completely removed and replaced after further study of the structure. During the initial reconstruction work scheduled for the wharf this spring, engineers found additional structural deficiencies and conducted an additional study to determine […]
Read moreIpswich Health Department Shares Mental Health Tips, Resources
IPSWICH — Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public Health Director Colleen Fermon wish to share tips and resources with residents in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Each May is recognized nationally as Mental Health Awareness Month in an effort to reduce stigma, educate the public and share resources. “With the COVID-19 pandemic ongoing, it’s […]
Read moreTown of Ipswich Celebrates National Nurses Week
IPSWICH — Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public Health Director Colleen Fermon wish to thank and recognize local public health nurses in honor of National Nurses Week. National Nurses Week runs from May 6-12 in honor of Florence Nightingale, whose birthday marks the end of the event. “Public health nurses play a vital role in […]
Read moreTown of Ipswich Requires Employees, Customers to Wear Face Coverings at Essential Businesses
IPSWICH — Town Manager Anthony Marino and Public Health Director Colleen Fermon, after consulting with the town’s Board of Health, have issued an emergency order regarding face coverings in essential businesses. The order, which goes into effect today, requires all employees and customers of essential businesses wear face coverings in an effort to mitigate the […]
Read moreEMERGENCY ORDER: Face Masks Required In Essential Businesses
USE OF MASKS AND OTHER PROTECTIVE MEASURES WHILE WORKING OR FREQUENTING ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES WHEREAS, on March 10, 2020, the Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts issued a Declaration of a State of Emergency to Respond to COVID-19; and WHEREAS, on March 23, 2020, Governor Baker issued COVID-19 Order no. 13 entitled “Order Assuring Continued Operation of […]
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