Category Archives: State News

The Speaker Weighs In

Posted on February 15, 2008 by billmanzi

Speaker Sal Dimasi outlined key framework points that will be included in the House budget currently under preparation. The Speaker continued his political dance with Governor Patrick, giving him a victory on closing corporate tax loopholes while not giving the … Continue reading →

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Mayors Unite

Posted on February 10, 2008 by billmanzi

I attended an ed-board meeting with the Eagle Tribune and the Mayors that constitute the Merrimack Valley Mayor’s coalition last week. The subject was municipal finance, and the dire condition of the cities and towns of the Merrimack Valley. It … Continue reading →

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Clinton, Obama run tight

Posted on February 6, 2008 by billmanzi

Senator Hillary Clinton carried some key big states, including her home state of New York, Massachusetts, and California on a Super Tuesday that had a delegate and state count that was pretty close between Clinton and Barack Obama. According to … Continue reading →

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Super Bowl Predictions Open Thread

Posted on February 3, 2008 by billmanzi

Leave those Super Bowl predictions here for bragging rights. I predict that the Patriots will win by a score of 28-17. Is there a political divide on this question? For at least one day lets all get together and hate … Continue reading →

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Cape Wind Author to Visit Methuen

Posted on February 2, 2008 by billmanzi

Cape Wind author Wendy Williams will visit Methuen to give a talk and sign books on March 4th at 7:00 p.m. in the Great Hall, Searles Building. This event will be free to the public and is sponsored by the … Continue reading →

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Ogonowski to challenge Kerry

Posted on January 28, 2008 by billmanzi

In an announcement that had been expected Republican Jim Ogonowski announced he will run against Senator John Kerry. Ogonowski, who outperformed expectations in his Fifth Congressional run against Niki Tsongas, will run on issues he highlighted in that race, including … Continue reading →

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Senator Kerry in Methuen

Posted on January 24, 2008 by billmanzi

I was pleased to welcome Senator John Kerry to Methuen yesterday. Senator Kerry and I discussed many topics of concern to Methuen, including our inability to handle additional burdens on the property tax. He was gracious, and spent about 45 … Continue reading →

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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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