Monthly Archives: September 2009

Methuen High School Educational Plan Unveiled

The Methuen Public Schools, as part of the Methuen High School Building Project, has produced an educational plan that will guide us in shaping the building plans for Methuen High School. We will have a Public Hearing on this plan … Continue reading

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September Revenues Take a Hit

Massachusetts revenues have fallen substantially below budget projections in September, with estimates that the gap could be as high as $200 million. Final figures for the month are not complete, but the figures in hand have set off alarm bells … Continue reading

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Santa Parade BBQ a Big Hit!

We had a wonderful day for our Santa Parade BBQ on Saturday, with a big crowd at Riverside Park to enjoy food, games, pony rides, and an early arrival by Santa. This BBQ, to help to raise money for our … Continue reading

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President Obama Reports on G-20

The President gives a wrap-up of the G-20 summit in Pittsburgh as well as his visit to the U.N., talking financial reform, economic growth, Iran, and the Israeli and Palestininian meeting he brokered.

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The Kirk Announcement

Governor Patrick announcing the appointment of Paul Kirk as the interim selection for United States Senator.

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Governor to Name Kirk

It appears that Governor Patrick will announce this morning that he is naming Paul Kirk as the interim U.S. Senator. Kirk, a Kennedy family confidante, is the choice of the family, and if selected will show that the Kennedys still … Continue reading

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Methuen to Retire Dan Ford's Football Number

METHUEN TO RETIRE DAN FORD’S FOOTBALL NUMBER The Late Star Running Back Will Have His Number Retired at Friday Night’s Game Methuen will retire the number of Dan Ford on Friday, September 25, 2009 during half time of the Methuen … Continue reading

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Historic Walls Get an Upgrade

Methuen’s historic walls are one of our valued treasures. The walls are indeed unique but require upkeep, which can be expensive. The Festival of Trees is an organization that has devoted itself to helping to preserve history, and they have … Continue reading

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Senate Passes Interim Bill

The Massachusetts Senate yesterday gave approval to the bill allowing Governor Deval Patrick to appoint an interim U.S. Senator pending the special election to fill the vacancy. The vote in the State Senate was 24-16, with eleven Democrats joining the … Continue reading

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Santa Comes Early to Methuen!

Join us Saturday as we have a cookout to support Methuen’s Santa Parade. The event details are below. Hope to see you there. SANTA is coming to Methuen!!! September 26, 2009 (rain date September 27th) Riverside Park (Riverside Drive) 11:00am … Continue reading

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