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Monthly Archives: May 2009
Chrysler Lender Opposition Collapses
The organized lender opposition to Chrysler’s bankruptcy petition collapsed yesterday, paving the way for a quick restructuring for Chrysler, and a very fast exit from bankruptcy for the new company. The senior secured creditors had taken a legal hit with … Continue reading
Summer Jobs Program
I had the opportunity to go to the Lawrence Community TV studio and shoot “Lawrence on the Move” with Mayor Michael Sullivan and Fred Carberry to discuss the Merrimack Valley Workforce Investment Board’s Summer Jobs Program. This program, run through … Continue reading
President Obama’s Weekly Address
President Obama talking about financial matters, including bank stress test results, cutting 121 federal programs, and credit card legislation. He has received some major push back from Congress on the program to cut a very modest amount of money out … Continue reading
Left Holding the Bag on the Quinn Bill
The State Legislature, as they contemplate major cuts in the budget, are considering totally cutting the financing for the “Quinn Bill”, which provides extra pay to police officers for education. This program has traditionally been paid for by the combination … Continue reading
Sara Payne Haden, Methuen’s WASP
Methuen’s own Sara Payne Haden was honored at the last Methuen City Council meeting for her service to our country as a member of the Women Airforce Service Pilots. Sara is 89 years of age, and is now one of … Continue reading
Alan LeBovidge resigns
Massachusetts Turnpike Director Alan LeBovidge resigned yesterday, citing a change in direction from the top: “It became clear to me that the basic operating premise had changed.” LeBovidge was criticized heavily, and rightly so, for the mess that happened on … Continue reading
Methuen Boil Order is Lifted
Methuen, after completing multiple tests of its water supply due to a 14 inch water main break, has lifted the “boil order”. These tests showed no problems with our water supply. Read the Tribune story at this link.
Boil Order Remains in Effect
The “boil order” issued yesterday for residents of East Methuen remains in effect but will likely be lifted today, pending the outcome of the last test on water purity. The City website at http://www.cityofmethuen.net will have further details, as will … Continue reading
National Older Americans Month
In Recognition of the month of May being “National Older American’s Month” Whereas: One of the most important resources the City possesses is its “older” residents who continue to enrich the community through their tireless volunteer efforts in areas such … Continue reading
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St Andrews Church Development Meeting Notice
St. Andrews Site Event: Community Meeting Where: Lena Lahey Community Center 141 Tenney Street Methuen, MA 01844 When: May 12, 2009, 6 PM On behalf of the City of Methuen and with the support of the Commonwealth’s Department of Housing … Continue reading
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