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Northshore October 2025
Images of snuggling plovers, adventurous cold-water swimmers, and dramatic seasonal scenes are among the big winners announced this week in the 2023 Essex Heritage Photo Contest. Run by the nonprofit Essex National Heritage Commission, this annual photo contest asks photographers of all levels and ages to capture the sweeping landscapes, vibrant communities, and unique natural beauty that makes Essex County such a special place. All photographs are taken in 2023 within the Essex National Heritage Area, which includes the 34 cities and towns of Essex County, spanning the North Shore and Merrimack Valley. Winners were named in four categ
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