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City of Gloucester

9 Dale Avenue,City Hall

We are America's oldest fishing port. Since 1623, Gloucester has been serving the world as a harvester of quality seafood. First named "Le Beauport" by Samuel de Champlain because of its beautiful harbor and scenic rocky shores, Gloucester has been a destination community ever since. Those seeking spectacular natural beauty, an energetic and picturesque working port, a diverse population who continue to honor their cultural traditions, a variety of recreational activities, and one of the premier art colonies of our country, enjoy visiting this historic city. Conveniently located less than one hour from Boston, Gloucester is a place of welcome for a visit, to live, or to build a successful business. This web site is provided by the City of Gloucester and Mayor John Bell to offer a window of information on a unique and wonderful place.

Recent News

City of Gloucester News Christmas Tree Collection

Curbside collection of Christmas trees is the week of Jan 9 thru 13, 2023 on your regular trash day. Please have trees out by 7am free of decorations and lights. Trees in plastic bags will not be collected.

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City of Gloucester News : 2023 Drainlayer Applications Are Now Available!

Drainlayer licenses, sewer connection permits, road opening permits and curb cut permits are issued at: Department of Public Works 28 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA 01930 Drainlayer License Regulations (PDF) Insurance Requirements (PDF) 2023…

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City of Gloucester News Post Election Tabulation For November 8, 2022 StateElection Notice

Post Election Tabulation Notice for November 8, 2022 State Election scheduled for November 15,…

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City of Gloucester News Last Call For Household Hazardous Waste Appointments

Household Hazardous Waste Day Reminder: The Fall Event will be held Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 9:00 am-12:00 pm, rain or shine. Residents are asked to schedule an appointment to bring their materials to the Department of Public Works (DPW)…

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City of Gloucester - Paving Notice : 9/30 School Street, Railroad To Prospect

On Friday, September 30, 2022 the City of Gloucester will begin preparing for paving on School Street from Railroad Ave to Propsect Street. There will be no parking on either side of the street between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM beginning Friday,…

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City Of Gloucester Hydrant Flushing

The City of Gloucester will be conducting hydrant flushing in several locations at the ends of the water distribution system to maintain chlorine residuals. The water use restrictions remain in effect through the end of August. Providing…

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City of Gloucester News Update - Poles Hill Brush Fire

As the Gloucester Fire Department and Massachusetts Forestry Services continue to manage the brush fire on Poles Hill they will be conducting controlled burnouts in the area. These burnouts will result in additional flames and smoke. Gloucester Fire…

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City Of Gloucester Water Restored - Update 8:15pm

Water service has been restored for the affected area as of 8:15PM - thank you for your patience. For anyone experiencing air or discolored water in their water lines: - Run cold water through the lines until the water runs visibly clear and no…

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City of Gloucester Pay As You Throw Trash Bag Policy Resumes July 6th

Reminder - Pay As You Throw (PAYT) Trash Bag Policy to Resume as of Wednesday, July 6, 2022. At this time there is a sufficient supply of City of Gloucester PAYT trash bags available throughout the community and we will return to the City's normal…

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City of Gloucester News - June 15 Water Plant Switch From Babson To Westgloucester

On Wednesday morning around 8 AM, June 15 2022, water treatment plant operations will be transferred from Babson to West Gloucester as a part of routine operations. This will result in a change in the direction of flow in some water mains and may…

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