Newbury: Gene Palumbo works on a clipper ship in memory of his late son, Thomas, who served the area community for years including time as a state representative. The family will unveil the finished and gilded piece at Newburyport High--younger Palumbo's alma mater--next Wednesday; the family hoping to inspire students that they can do what they want in life. Bryan Eaton/Staff Photo

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