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Gerry Adams in Boston

Posted on October 12, 2007 by billmanzi

Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams visited Boston yesterday, and I was privileged to attend the event. Mr. Adams spoke to a very large crowd, and emphasized that the while the political goals of Sinn Fein have not changed the path … Continue reading →

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Lowell Sun Endorses Tsongas

Posted on October 12, 2007 by billmanzi

The Lowell Sun has endorsed Niki Tsongas for Congress. The endorsement comes as somewhat of a suprise in light of the generally conservative politics embraced by the Ed Board, but the editorial takes aim at Ogonowski’s refusal to state a … Continue reading →

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Cpl. David Vicente Bridge

Posted on October 8, 2007 by billmanzi

It was with great pride and honor that I participated today in a ceremony honoring Cpl David Vicente of Methuen, who was killed in action in Iraq in 2004. Cpl. Vicente was a Marine, and his family was there today … Continue reading →

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Mayor’s Commission on Youth Sports

Posted on October 7, 2007 by billmanzi

As I have mentioned in past postings I would like to review some of the events of the past two years with a highlight on what I consider to be important. In April of 2006 I promulgated an executive order … Continue reading →

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New Playground Equipment Installed

Posted on October 6, 2007 by billmanzi

I am pleased that work has been completed on brand new playground equipment for two city parks. Veterans Park on Milk Street as well as Shorty Degaspe Park on Mystic Street have been outfitted with new playground equipment for our … Continue reading →

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Central Labor Council Endorses Manzi

Posted on October 5, 2007 by billmanzi

The Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, today announced its support of Methuen Mayor William Manzi. The council voted unanimously to endorse the Mayor’s bid for a second term as the CEO of the City of Methuen. “I have always … Continue reading →

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Cedars Home Expansion

Posted on October 5, 2007 by billmanzi

As we all know elderly housing can be a difficult to get, so I was pleased to be able to cut the ribbon at the newly expanded Cedar Homes in Methuen. My thanks to Michael Sabbagh and the Board for … Continue reading →

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SCHIP Vetoed

Posted on October 3, 2007 by billmanzi

In a move widely telegraphed President Bush has vetoed the re-authorization of SCHIP passed by Congress. While it appears that sufficient votes are at hand for an override in the Senate, the House remains just short of the necessary two … Continue reading →

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Thousand Dollar Cruisers

Posted on October 3, 2007 by billmanzi

Methuen has just completed its collective bargaining process with the Patrolman’s Union. During the course of that negotiation the Patrolman made the point to me that their line cars had become exceedingly old in terms of mileage and engine miles. … Continue reading →

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Holy Family Walk for Life

Posted on October 3, 2007 by billmanzi

I was pleased to be able to “open the gate” for the walkers in the Holy Family Walk for Life cancer benefit. A beautiful Sunday and enormous participation made this walk a huge success for the Hospital. Congratulations to the … Continue reading →

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