Category Archives: Methuen

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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Brooks/Rite Aid Intersection Update

Posted on January 14, 2008 by billmanzi

Today’s Eagle Tribune detailed the continuing stalemate between Rite Aid Pharmacy and the Massachusetts Highway Department. In essence some fundamental traffic improvements, scheduled to be done two years ago, are being held hostage to a fee dispute between Rite Aid … Continue reading →

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Christmas Tournament Redux

Posted on December 31, 2007 by billmanzi

Congrats to the CCHS basketball team, which defeated Lawrence in Saturday night action to win the annual Christmas Tourney. Methuen lost to a scrappy Andover squad in the preliminary. If you haven’t had an opportunity to see some schoolboy (or … Continue reading →

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Christmas Tournament

Posted on December 29, 2007 by billmanzi

The Methuen High School squad was defeated by Lawrence in Christmas Tournament action on Thursday. Having had an opportunity to see the game I can tell you that Methuen’s effort was outstanding, and the game was a lot closer than … Continue reading →

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Mayoral Vetoes

Posted on December 29, 2007 by billmanzi

Today’s Eagle Tribune reports that I have vetoed two pieces of City Council legislation. The first legislation vetoed was the extension of the sewer and water task force. The Task Force was created by City Council action and was designed … Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays I am back!

Posted on December 27, 2007 by billmanzi

After a holiday hiatus I am back writing on this blog. I apologize for my absence but a holiday season spent debating water and sewer rates made it difficult to get to this blog. Consider this to be an open … Continue reading →

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Methuen Job Growth

Posted on December 1, 2007 by billmanzi

Mass Inc has just produced a report titled “Mass Jobs: Meeting the Challenges of a Shifting Economy, ” in which Methuen was cited as the only large local city to add jobs since 2001. From the Eagle Tribune. According to … Continue reading →

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Debbie’s Treasure Chest

Posted on December 1, 2007 by billmanzi

I recently had the opportunity to attend the grand opening of warehouse space for Debbie’s Treasure Chest, an enterprise started by three young ladies who collect clothes. toys, electronics and books for children at risk in the Merrimack Valley. These … Continue reading →

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