Monthly Archives: January 2008

Wind Power in Hull

Posted on January 19, 2008 by billmanzi

The Town of Hull is seeking permitting for four 430 foot high windmills, which would join two other existing wind turbines to provide enough energy to meet the total demand from Hull residents. The four turbines would be located offshore. … Continue reading →

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Bank of New England Grand Opening

Posted on January 18, 2008 by billmanzi

A very warm welcome to Bank of New England, who recently built and opened a new branch on Cross Street. I was pleased to attend the ribbon cutting and congratulate the Deluca Family for their success and willingness to invest … Continue reading →

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Romney and Lobbyists

Posted on January 18, 2008 by billmanzi

Mitt Romney had a heated exchange at a press conference over the issue of whether he had “lobbyists running his campaign”. A great video and a pretty good scolding dished out after the fact by Eric Fehrnstrom to AP reporter … Continue reading →

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The Clinton Interview

Posted on January 17, 2008 by billmanzi

I have posted a short snippet of NBC News anchor Brian Williams interview with Senator Clinton, who tweaks Obama over the “management” issue. I have to say that I agree with Hillary on that issue. The President as a “non-manager” … Continue reading →

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King and Johnson

Posted on January 16, 2008 by billmanzi

With some of the debate on race in the Democratic Party bringing us back to the 1960’s Joseph Califano Jr. has written an article for the Washington Post that touches on the relationship between President Lyndon Johnson and Martin Luther … Continue reading →

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Romney Wins Michigan

Posted on January 15, 2008 by billmanzi

Mitt Romney survived to fight another day, winning Michigan over John McCain. With 89 percent reporting the percentages were: Mitt Romney 39% John McCain 30% Mike Huckabee 16% Ron Paul 6% Fred Thompson 4% Rudy Guiliani 3% Romney benefited from … Continue reading →

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Cape Wind Moves Forward

Posted on January 15, 2008 by billmanzi

The controversial Cape Wind project cleared a major hurdle yesterday with the issuance of the draft environmental impact statement by the U.S. Minerals Management Service. The draft report dealt with potential project impacts on wildlife, navigation, and tourism, and appears … Continue reading →

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Brooks/Rite Aid Intersection Update

Posted on January 14, 2008 by billmanzi

Today’s Eagle Tribune detailed the continuing stalemate between Rite Aid Pharmacy and the Massachusetts Highway Department. In essence some fundamental traffic improvements, scheduled to be done two years ago, are being held hostage to a fee dispute between Rite Aid … Continue reading →

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McCain, Clinton Lead New National Poll

Posted on January 14, 2008 by billmanzi

A Washington Post – ABC survey just released has Senator Hillary Clinton leading nationally on the Democratic side, but with a surging Barack Obama now within striking distance. Clinton’s large national lead has evaporated amidst the tremendous bounce Obama has … Continue reading →

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McCain Wins NH (Again)

Posted on January 8, 2008 by billmanzi

With 70% reporting Senator John McCain has done what was considered unlikely a few short weeks ago. He has revived his candidacy with a big win in NH, eclipsing Mitt Romney in a race that poll wise Romney has led … Continue reading →

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