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The Unspoken Truth
Today’s Globe has a column by Sam Allis talking about what no one else seems to want to talk about, the spiraling and unsustainable numbers involved in municipal health care and pensions. Allis centers his discussion on the Mayor’s race … Continue reading
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"Open Mike" in Methuen
Congressman Mike Capuano will visit Methuen this morning at 10:00 a.m. at Park Garden Apartments at 10 Burnham Road for an “Open Mike” session, giving you an opportunity to hear his ideas and ask him questions. Come on by to … Continue reading
President Obama on Jobs and Health Care
The President’s Weekly Address, which deals with jobs and health care.
The Unfolding Fiscal Meltdown
The Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation has issued a report detailing the severity of the fiscal problems facing the Commonwealth and its cities and towns. This report, attached below, shows the urgency of dealing with the real budget busters that continue to … Continue reading
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
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
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
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.
The Kirk Announcement
Governor Patrick announcing the appointment of Paul Kirk as the interim selection for United States Senator.
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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