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Baker Wins the Nomination

Posted on April 20, 2010 by billmanzi

Republican Charlie Baker won big at the Republican Convention this past weekend, securing the Republican nomination for Governor and knocking Christy Mihos off the ballot. Baker did engage with Tim Cahill over the course of the convention, accusing Cahill of … Continue reading →

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Governors Race Stays Tight

Posted on April 19, 2010 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick stayed on top of the latest survey in the Massachusetts Governor’s race, leading his opponents narrowly. Governor Patrick has consistently been ahead of both Tim Cahill and Charlie Baker, and the latest survey, by Western New England … Continue reading →

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Goldman Sachs Charged

Posted on April 19, 2010 by billmanzi

Goldman Sachs was charged with securities fraud by the S.E.C. on Friday in a case that is likely going to be a central focus of the ongoing debate about financial regulation. Despite the complexity of some of the financial instruments … Continue reading →

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The President on Financial Reform

Posted on April 17, 2010 by billmanzi

The President used his weekly talk to highlight proposed financial reforms, taking aim at Mitch McConnell and the Republicans for not only opposing reform but for painting that opposition as opposition to “bank bailouts”. I think that this issue is … Continue reading →

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Nathan Gioacchini Wins April S.O.A.R. Award

Posted on April 16, 2010 by billmanzi

Congratulations to Nathan Gioacchini for winning the S.O.A.R. award in April. He is an outstanding young man with a great future. It is an honor for the physical education department to nominate Nathan Gioacchini as this year’s S.O.A.R. Award recipient. … Continue reading →

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Mayor's Corner Featuring Merrimack Valley Food Bank

Posted on April 14, 2010 by billmanzi

I have posted on my You Tube channel the latest Mayor’s Corner featuring Amy Pessia, the Executive Director of the Merrimack Valley Food Bank. This is part one of four parts.

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Charlotte Blood Honored

Posted on April 14, 2010 by billmanzi

I joined with the Methuen City Council to honor Charlotte Blood, who has made a financial contribution to bring a new scoreboard to our fieldhouse. Charlotte and her family have run the Bruce Blood Memorial Basketball Tournament for 29 years, … Continue reading →

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Honoring Father Thomas Keyes

Posted on April 10, 2010 by billmanzi

I was delighted to join with the Methuen City Council in honoring Father Thomas Keyes, the Pastor at St Lucy’s, who is leaving this month for a mission in Peru. Father Tom has been a great asset for our City, … Continue reading →

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The President on Tax policy

Posted on April 10, 2010 by billmanzi

The President talks on tax policy during his weekly address. He speaks of some of the new tax breaks that have been implemented during his Administration. He also talks about closing some tax loopholes exploited by some in the corporate … Continue reading →

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Fundraiser to Help Fitzgerald Family

Posted on April 9, 2010 by billmanzi

Neighbors helping Neighbors Don’t miss this chance to pay it forward! Please show your support and join us for a fundraiser to benefit the Fitzgerald family. Sunday, April 11, 2010 2:00pm – 5:00pm Merrimack Valley Golf Club 210 Howe Street, … Continue reading →

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