Author Archives: billmanzi

The President on Veterans Day and Ft. Hood

Posted on November 14, 2009 by billmanzi

President Obama, on Veterans Day and on the Fort Hood tragedy.

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Calvin Kattar Recognized

Posted on November 13, 2009 by billmanzi

The Methuen City Council had Methuen martial arts champion Calvin Kattar in to receive a citation and a proclamation recognizing his outstanding achievements in his field. Calvin is a Methuen High School graduate, and the City of Methuen is proud … Continue reading →

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Methuen's Veterans Day Celebration

Posted on November 11, 2009 by billmanzi

A salute to all of our Veterans, and a recognition that the freedoms we have and often take for granted are with us because of the blood and sacrifice of our veterans. Methuen’s Veteran’s Day celebration was wonderful, with a … Continue reading →

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State Looks at Pension Extension

Posted on November 10, 2009 by billmanzi

The State House News Service is reporting that Governor Patrick is looking to have pension legislation ready for the Legislature by January that would extend the full funding schedule to 2040 and help the Commonwealth as well as localities avoid … Continue reading →

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Health Care Bill Passes the House

Posted on November 9, 2009 by billmanzi

The U.S. House passed by a very narrow margin the health care bill that has been the subject of heated debate for what seems like forever. The battle now moves to the Senate, where passage of anything remotely resembling the … Continue reading →

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The President Talks of Tragedy at Ft. Hood

Posted on November 7, 2009 by billmanzi

The President used his weekly address to speak of the terrible tragedy at Ft. Hood, including the heroic response of those who were involved and our great sorrow as a nation over the loss we suffered at Ft. Hood.

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Thank You Methuen!

Posted on November 4, 2009 by billmanzi

A very big thank you to the citizens of Methuen, who re-elected me last night to the job of Mayor. I appreciate the support, and offer my congratulations to all of the candidates who put their names on the ballot. … Continue reading →

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Webster Greene Antiques and Interiors

Posted on November 2, 2009 by billmanzi

Congratulations to Paul and Dennis Webster Greene, who have opened a magnificient new showroom at 306 Broadway. I attended the celebration over this past weekend, and I can tell you that this is so much more than a showroom. It … Continue reading →

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Eagle Tribune Endorses Manzi for Mayor

Posted on November 2, 2009 by billmanzi

I today received the endorsement of the Eagle Tribune, which said “Manzi has earned voters’ support for a third term…Manzi’s deserves great credit for his handling of Methuen’s budget, which is in far better shape that those in other Valley … Continue reading →

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Lt. Governor Tim Murray Endorses Manzi for Mayor

Posted on November 1, 2009 by billmanzi

Lt. Governor Tim Murray came to Methuen yesterday to endorse my candidacy for Mayor. The Lt. Governor is a former Mayor of Worcester, and he knows firsthand the problems that localities face. He has been a great asset for cities … Continue reading →

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