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Monthly Archives: March 2010
Benjamin Pare and Kelly Gearan Win Superintendents Award
Two fine Methuen students, Benjamin Pare and Kelly Gearan, were recognized by Superintendent Jeanne Whitten at our last School Committee meeting for outstanding achievement. Congratulations to Ben and Kelly! Benjamin Pare Reason(s) for Recognition: Benjamin Pare is an outstanding member … Continue reading
Health Care Reform Passes
The House last night passed Health Care Reform, adopting the Senate version, with a “reconciliation” piece ready to be sent to the Senate to make “corrections” in the bill. It was and is a historic achievement, and a testament to … Continue reading
St Patrick's Day Fun
Thanks to all for a great St Patrick’s day event. Republican Charlie Baker was a good sport, and engaged in the give and take as well as anyone. The High Sheriff of Worcester County and candidate for auditor Guy Glodis … Continue reading
State Finds New Red Ink
Massachusetts yesterday announced a new budget shortfall for this fiscal cycle, with Secretary Gonzalez indicating that the shortfall could be up to $295 million, leading to charges by Charlie Baker of fiscal ineptitude by the Governor. From the Baker campaign: … Continue reading
Spring Food Drive
SPRING FOOD DRIVE City of Methuen Mayor William M. Manzi, III & Representative Linda Dean Campbell to benefit: THE MERRIMACK VALLEY FOOD BANK, INC. Mayor Manzi and Representative Campbell have teamed up to fight hunger. They are asking city employees, … Continue reading
Mayor's St Patrick's Day Luncheon Tomorrow
The annual St Patrick’s Day luncheon will be held tomorrow, with a cast of thousands scheduled to appear. We will have a visit from the Republican candidate for Governor Charlie Baker, Sheriff Guy Glodis, former Lawrence Mayor Mike Sullivan, Rep. … Continue reading
Charlie Baker's Ten Points
Charlie Baker has put out a ten part program that picks up some of the low lying fruit that Beacon Hill has left for him, including getting rid of the Evacuation and Bunker Hill holidays. I am not sure which … Continue reading
New Coalition Advocates for Authority to Redesign Municipal Health Plans
Mayors and Local Leaders form the Save Our Communities Coalition New Coalition Advocates for Authority to Redesign Municipal Health Plans More than twenty Massachusetts municipal leaders announced today the formation of a new coalition, Save Our Communities Coalition, which will … Continue reading
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Tagged Municipal Health Care, Municipal health reform
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Governor Patrick Unveils His First Ad
The Governor unveiled an internet ad today, looking to take advantage of a perceived weakness in Charlie Baker, which is the rising cost of health care, especially for small business. I do believe this is going to be an especially … Continue reading
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