Ben Harman for Newburyport City Council

11/11/2025

Thank you Veterans 🇺🇸 We had to move the ceremony indoors this year, but it was still a beautiful tribute to those who bravely defend our freedom and the families who sacrifice so much so that they can. ❤️🤍💙

11/10/2025

Election season may be over, but the work of local government never stops. Here are a few upcoming opportunities to get involved in important community discussions — hope to see you there! 👀

11/08/2025

It may not be enough to fill the gap left for SNAP recipients, but it sure does fill my heart to see Newburyport turn out in a big way to donate today.

Thank you to the Salvation Army, Community Service of Newburyport, Frank Cousins, Erin Casey-Kelley, Senator Bruce Tarr, State Rep Dawne Shand, Councilor Heather Shand, Newburyport Police & Fire Departments, the Rotary Club, Institution for Savings and all the volunteers who made this happen.

We still need help sorting Monday 9am-3pm and then staffing the one-day free grocery shopping event on Tuesday 2-6pm. Reach out to the Salvation Army 978-465-0883

11/03/2025

Grateful for the endorsement of State Representative Dawne Shand. Partnership across all levels of government is how we keep Newburyport moving forward. 🗳️ Election Day is tomorrow—let’s finish strong!

10/31/2025

Honored to earn the endorsement of LGBTQ+ Victory Fund — because representation and equality belong at every level of government. 🌈✊

10/30/2025

Public service is a responsibility rooted in trust. I’m proud to be endorsed by The Oath of Office for leading with integrity and putting our community first.

10/28/2025

Thank you to the Daily News of Newburyport for this endorsement!

From the editor: I whole heartedly encourage residents to vote for the current Ward 4 councilor running for at-large.

This won't come as a surprise to folks, but in recent weeks I've been asked how Newburyport's general election is going and whether I have any insight into who might

10/25/2025

It’s go time! Early Voting starts today 🗳️
Senior/Community Center, 331 High Street, Newburyport.
Saturday 10/25/25: 8 am to 2 pm
Monday 10/27/25: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Tuesday 10/28/25: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Wednesday 10/29/25: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Thursday 10/30/25: 8:30 am to 6:30 pm
Friday 10/31/25: 8:30 am to 11:30 am

10/23/2025

I’m still a young-ish Democrat, but I’m thrilled to have the endorsement of the legit Young Dems of Massachusetts! Thank you 💙

10/23/2025

I believe local government can model how democracy succeeds — through collaboration, transparency, and accountability. Here’s how I am trying to put that into action in Newburyport. Take a quick read and join the conversation.

Ben Harman is working to affirm Newburyport's commitment to democracy and offering ideas on how we can model it in our community.

10/21/2025

Safer streets benefit everyone — whether you’re walking to school, biking to work, or driving across town.

I recently participated in the Newburyport Livable Streets candidate survey to share how I think we can make our streets and sidewalks safer and more connected for all users. Thank you to NLS for championing this issue in our community.

I’m also grateful for the the recent letter in the Daily News from Eric Tracey, a long-time advocate for safer streets: “I trust Ben to lead the way on this issue.”

Read my full responses here: https://benharman.org/news/newburyport-livable-streets-candidate-survey