Monthly Archives: October 2007

Fuddruckers in Methuen

Posted on October 29, 2007 by billmanzi

The grand opening of Fuddruckers in Methuen occurred this past weekend. The brand new store, located in the Village Mall on Rte 28, is a great addition to our fine mix of restaurants in Methuen. Congratulations to owner Jim Boland, … Continue reading →

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Grand Opening Mann’s Orchard

Posted on October 28, 2007 by billmanzi

I was on hand for the Grand (re) Opening of the brand new Mann’s Orchard farm stand. This Methuen icon, relocated as part of the process that brought Methuen a new Target, is bigger and better than ever. Sitting across … Continue reading →

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Nevins Family of Services

Posted on October 27, 2007 by billmanzi

I was honored to be the keynote speaker at the Friends of the Nevins Family of Services annual dinner. From the Nursing and Rehab Center, to the Adult Day Health Center to the state of the art Alzheimer’s Family Care … Continue reading →

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The Huggy Bears

Posted on October 26, 2007 by billmanzi

During the course of my first campaign for Mayor I had the pleasure of having a coffee hour at the Merrimack Valley Apartments on Calumet Road. During the course of that coffee hour I had the pleasure of making the … Continue reading →

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Pelham Street Interchange Improvements

Posted on October 24, 2007 by billmanzi

I was pleased to host Massachusetts Highway Commissioner Luisa M. Paiewonsky as she visited Methuen to inspect the new access lane added at the Pelham Street Cross Street Route 93 Interchange. This lane was added to allow direct access to … Continue reading →

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ELT Defeated in Methuen

Posted on October 22, 2007 by billmanzi

The possibility of Methuen accepting a one year grant to implement the State ELT (Expanded Learning Time) program was defeated tonight by the Methuen School Committee. The Committee vote was unanimous. This process began in Methuen when the School Committee … Continue reading →

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Grand Opening New Tokyo

Posted on October 22, 2007 by billmanzi

I was able to cut the ribbon at the New Tokyo Restaurant in the area of the Loop in Methuen. The restaurant is another good piece of economic news for Methuen. The Loop area boasts some outstanding restaurants, and New … Continue reading →

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SCHIP Override Fails

Posted on October 19, 2007 by billmanzi

With 273 votes, including 44 Republicans, the override of the Bush veto on SCHIP failed in the House of Representatives yesterday. Democrats pledged to bring the bill back with only minor changes, and it appears that if those changes are … Continue reading →

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Trauma Intervention Program Annual Dinner

Posted on October 19, 2007 by billmanzi

Jayan Landry, the CEO Executive Director of the Merrimack Valley Trauma Intervention Program, has put together a truly outstanding organization that does so much good in the most difficult of times. I had the opportunity to attend the 14th annual … Continue reading →

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Veterans Director Named

Posted on October 18, 2007 by billmanzi

I have selected a Veterans Agent to replace the retired Edward Hoppy Curran. After a search committee made a recommendation I will send the name of Thomas Hargreaves to the City Council as the next Veterans Agent. From the Press … Continue reading →

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