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Father John McLaughlin Takes New Position

Posted on July 12, 2008 by billmanzi

Methuen lost a very good man and an outstanding priest when Father John McLaughlin of St Monicas’s Parish in Methuen was assigned to be the first national vocations director at the Archdiocese of the Military in Washington D.C. Father John … Continue reading →

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Forest Lake Temporarily Closed

Posted on July 11, 2008 by billmanzi

A high bacteria count yesterday forced the City to order the closure of Forest Lake for the day. We monitor that count daily, and post those results on the city website at http://www.cityofmethuen.net. Please check that website for information about … Continue reading →

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The body of Sgt. Alex Jimenez Found

Posted on July 11, 2008 by billmanzi

The body of Lawrence soldier Alex Jimenez, who has been M.I.A. in Iraq for fourteen months, was found and identified yesterday. Sgt Jimenez had been seized by the enemy after a firefight, and his family always held out hope that … Continue reading →

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…While Gramm wins an ambassadorship

Posted on July 10, 2008 by billmanzi

Former Senator Phil Gramm of Texas, a co-chair of the McCain Campaign and a top economic advisor to that campaign, created a stir yesterday by saying that the United States was a “nation of whiners” that were in a “mental … Continue reading →

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Jesse Jackson wields scapel…

Posted on July 10, 2008 by billmanzi

The Reverend Jesse Jackson, in comments inadvertently picked up by a live mic, made disparaging remarks about Barack Obama and has spent today doing the “profusely apologize” routine. Jackson’s comments were spurred by his perception that Obama is somewhat condescending … Continue reading →

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Kerry Visits The Merrimack Valley

Posted on July 10, 2008 by billmanzi

John Kerry visited both Lowell and Lawrence this week, campaigning hard in both cities. Kerry visited the Cedar Crest Restaurant in Lawrence to talk to a group and take questions. Senator Kerry talked about national health care, CDBG funding, veterans … Continue reading →

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Massachusetts House Backs Popular Vote Bill

Posted on July 10, 2008 by billmanzi

The Mass House of Representatives voted 119-36 to back a bill that would commit Massachusetts electors to cast their ballots for the Presidential candidate that won the most popular votes. This legislation would only take effect if enough other states … Continue reading →

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High School Building Committee Formed

Posted on July 9, 2008 by billmanzi

I have recently announced the formation of a High School Building Committee and named teacher and engineer Suzanne Lamoureux to head this critical City effort. I have attached the names of the Building Committee, and once again express my thanks … Continue reading →

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Senator Kennedy Returns to Washington

Posted on July 9, 2008 by billmanzi

Senator Ted Kennedy returned to Capitol Hill today to cast a vote on an important Medicare Bill. The Boston Globe reported that Kennedy flew to Washington immediately after receiving treatment in Boston, and then flew home right after the vote. … Continue reading →

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Beas’s Lot Money is Accepted

Posted on July 8, 2008 by billmanzi

The City Council last night voted to accept a $250,000 grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to create a park and a boat ramp at the site of the old Beas’s restaurant. The vote was 6-2, with Councilors Pappalardo and … Continue reading →

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