Category Archives: Methuen City Council

Methuen Inaugurals Now and Then

Posted on March 26, 2022 by billmanzi

I have been happy to do some posts about Methuen Inaugurals, with posts pairing some highlights from a new Mayor’s ceremony with a history of inaugural ceremonies in Methuen since the charter change creating the Mayor form in Methuen. Unfortunately, … Continue reading →

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Methuen Dedicates the Quinn Public Safety Building

Posted on February 28, 2022 by billmanzi

I had prior done a post on the rededication of the Searles Building as the seat of Methuen’s City Government. Of course the City was moving those operations from its prior municipal building, now known as the Quinn Public Safety … Continue reading →

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Mayor Neil Perry Inaugural Address

Posted on January 19, 2020 by billmanzi

Mayor Neil Perry delivered his Inaugural Address on January 6th, 2020 at Methuen High School. I was honored to be with all of the former Mayors and dignitaries on hand to enjoy the wonderful Inaugural event. The speech is below. … Continue reading →

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The Methuen Inaugural Then and Now 2020 Edition

Posted on January 5, 2020 by billmanzi

Congratulations to Mayor Elect Neil Perry, who will be sworn in Monday January 6, 2020 at Methuen High School at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Perry will be Methuen’s sixth Mayor of the modern era following the Charter change that brought us … Continue reading →

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Mayor James Jajuga State of the City Address

Posted on April 28, 2018 by billmanzi

On Tuesday April 24, 2018 Mayor James P. Jajuga gave his first State of the City Address as Mayor, at Mann’s Orchard. The video of his remarks is below. The Eagle Tribune coverage of Mayor Jajuga’s speech.

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Methuen Dems Caucus

Posted on February 26, 2018 by billmanzi

The Methuen Democrats held their caucus this past Saturday, with a great lineup of candidates and speakers. We had a huge contingent of candidates for the open Third Congressional Seat, as well as candidates and incumbents for many other important … Continue reading →

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The Methuen Inaugural Now and Then

Posted on January 1, 2018 by billmanzi

Congratulations to Mayor Elect Jim Jajuga, who will be sworn in today at Methuen High School at 2:00 p.m. Mayor Jajuga will be Methuen’s fifth Mayor of the modern era following the Charter change that brought us the Mayoral form … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning Interview-Michael Condon

Posted on August 5, 2013 by billmanzi

Methuen City Councilor at Large Michael Condon shocks the Methuen political world by announcing that he will not be a candidate for re-election in November. Congratulations to Michael, and we all wish him and Lee-Ann the very best! Listen Music … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning-Chairman Sean Fountain Interview

Posted on June 27, 2013 by billmanzi

Methuen City Council Chairman Sean Fountain came on the show on WCAP 980 am to talk about the newly passed municipal budget, the solicitor search, and the position of Director of Public Health. My thanks to Chairman Sean Fountain for … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning- Jim Jajuga Interview

Posted on June 20, 2013 by billmanzi

I had former Senator Jim Jajuga on the Manzi in the Morning program on WCAP, 980 am, to talk about his candidacy for City Council, as well as casino gaming, and so much more. My thanks to Jim Jajuga for … Continue reading →

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