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Massive Blaze in Lawrence

Posted on January 21, 2008 by billmanzi

A 7 alarm fire has devastated an entire city block in our neighboring city of Lawrence. The blaze started at around 2:30 a.m. and is centered in the South Union and Market Street areas. The firefighters are battling in difficult … Continue reading →

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Patrick Rolls the Dice

Posted on January 20, 2008 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick will use a portion of prospective casino licensing revenue to fund a shortfall in lottery revenue dedicated to local aid in his budget proposal due on Wednesday. The Globe reports: In a challenge to lawmakers to accept … Continue reading →

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MMA Statement on Local Aid

Posted on January 20, 2008 by billmanzi

The below is a statement issued by the Massachusetts Municipal Association on the apparent decision by the Patrick Administration to include revenue from the proposed licensing of three casinos in Massachusetts in the local aid numbers for FY2009. January 20, … Continue reading →

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Romney Wins Nevada

Posted on January 20, 2008 by billmanzi

Mitt Romney won the Nevada Republican caucus yesterday, enabling him to claim a victory on a day where he finished fourth in the hotly contested South Carolina primary. The returns showed: Romney 51% Paul 14% McCain 13% Huckabee 8% Thompson … Continue reading →

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McCain Wins South Carolina

Posted on January 19, 2008 by billmanzi

Senator John McCain today won the State of South Carolina in a closely fought contest with Mike Huckabee. With 93% reporting the breakdown was as follows: McCain 33% Huckabee 30% Thompson 16% Romney 15% Paul 4% Guiliani 2% McCains win … Continue reading →

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Clinton Wins Nevada

Posted on January 19, 2008 by billmanzi

In a bitterly fought contest that drew harsh accusations from all three Democratic campaigns Hillary Clinton has won the most votes in the Nevada Democratic caucus. With 97 percent reporting the numbers were: Clinton 51% Obama 45% Edwards 4% The … Continue reading →

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Mayors and Managers Breakfast

Posted on January 19, 2008 by billmanzi

Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce held its annual Mayor’s breakfast at the Andover Country Club yesterday. Secretary of Public Safety Kevin Burke attended, representing Governor Deval Patrick. I talked about some of the exciting Economic Development occurring in Methuen, and … Continue reading →

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Wind Power in Hull

Posted on January 19, 2008 by billmanzi

The Town of Hull is seeking permitting for four 430 foot high windmills, which would join two other existing wind turbines to provide enough energy to meet the total demand from Hull residents. The four turbines would be located offshore. … Continue reading →

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Bank of New England Grand Opening

Posted on January 18, 2008 by billmanzi

A very warm welcome to Bank of New England, who recently built and opened a new branch on Cross Street. I was pleased to attend the ribbon cutting and congratulate the Deluca Family for their success and willingness to invest … Continue reading →

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Romney and Lobbyists

Posted on January 18, 2008 by billmanzi

Mitt Romney had a heated exchange at a press conference over the issue of whether he had “lobbyists running his campaign”. A great video and a pretty good scolding dished out after the fact by Eric Fehrnstrom to AP reporter … Continue reading →

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