Compiled by Jane W. Mead The original intent of this study was to identify the location and first privilege-holders of colonial-era water-powered mills in Gloucester. It was never intended to be a narrative but rather a collection of bits of information that might be of interest to local historians, The material was taken from the […]
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Past / Present: April 2026
History of Teen Life in Gloucester
By Lilly Whaley, Teen Intern, Sawyer Free Library Teenagers and tweens are individuals between the ages of 11 and 19, comprising a small, intriguing segment of the population. Teens and tweens tend to have a unique lifestyle that is difficult to understand even for former teens and tweens. Throughout Cape Ann’s history, teens have played […]
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