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The House Budget Part 1

Posted on April 16, 2009 by billmanzi

There is plenty of bad news in the House budget for municipalities, which saw a real decrease in local aid (non education) accounts of 32 percent. That is draconian, and will lead to a real decrease in our ability to … Continue reading →

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Governor Patrick Addresses State Employees

Posted on April 15, 2009 by billmanzi

From Governor Patrick. Dear Colleague: Today, I announced that state government continues to have serious budget problems. I know these challenges have had a significant impact on our state. Most are into or past your second year since your last … Continue reading →

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Budgetary Armageddon

Posted on April 14, 2009 by billmanzi

I had a chance to visit Beacon Hill today to talk budgets and health care, and had a chance to sit and talk with Senate President Therese Murray about issues of concern. I was joined by Mayor Thatcher Kezer of … Continue reading →

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April Artist of the Month

Posted on April 14, 2009 by billmanzi

MAYOR MANZI NAMES E.T. KIRBY AS THE APRIL ARTIST OF THE MONTH Kirby’s Work on Display in the Mayor’s Office Mayor William M. Manzi has named E.T. Kirby as the April Artist of the Month. Ms. Kirby a Methuen resident … Continue reading →

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The Thrilla in Manila

Posted on April 12, 2009 by billmanzi

HBO Sports unveiled its documentary on one of the greatest boxing battles ever fought, the Ali-Frazier Thrilla in Manila. That battle capped a three fight “long war” between Ali and Frazier, with each having won once before this epic. Both … Continue reading →

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Holiday Message From President Obama

Posted on April 11, 2009 by billmanzi

President Barack Obama delivered his weekly talk, focusing on a message for the holiday!

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Rep. Barbara L’Italien at St Patrick’s Day

Posted on April 5, 2009 by billmanzi

State Rep. Barbara L’Italien sings her annual song at Methuen’s St Patrick’s bash at the Claddagh. Yes, her voice is just a little bit better than Rep. Linda Dean Campbell. She looks to make sure that the song is characterized … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address

Posted on April 4, 2009 by billmanzi

The President, appearing to be taping aboard Air Force One, talks about his foreign travels, including the G-20 summit, discussions with Russian President Medvedev about further securing and reducing nuclear arsenals, and his appeal to our NATO allies to become … Continue reading →

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Obama Auto Announcement

Posted on March 30, 2009 by billmanzi

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22425001/vp/29957543#29957543 Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy

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Obama Responds to Disaster in Dakotas

Posted on March 28, 2009 by billmanzi

President Obama has been bringing federal disaster relief to North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota, and spends this week’s address talking about that situation. A nice job done professionally. Who says that being President is all about ideology?

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