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Rourke: The Lowell Folk Festival: A celebration of unity and pride
As Mayor of this vibrant city, it brings me immense joy to reflect on one of our most cherished events: the Lowell Folk Festival. This annual celebration is more than just a weekend of music, dance, and culinary delights; it is a testament to the indomitable spirit of our community, the power of partnerships, and the profound pride we all share for our city.
3 Northern New England Cities Rank Top 10 Least-Stressed in the US
Stress. We all have it, but the past few years have really ramped it up. From a pandemic to inflation, natural disasters, and crime rates, it's been a wild ride. But there's some good news to come out of our corner of the country. Two of our local gems, Nashua, New Hampshire, and Portland, Maine, are living the good life, and just ranked in the top 10 least-stressed cities in the US.
America’s 2nd Leading City for Quality of Life is in Massachusetts
Quality of life plays a big role when choosing a place to live. Here in Massachusetts, there are many areas that offer a good quality of life. Boston suburbs tend to be a popular choice among many because residents get the best of both worlds, a smaller area for quiet living while still having access to the big city. Then you have areas like the Berkshires which feature beautiful mountains and open spaces while still having access to eclectic and thriving downtown areas like Great Barrington and Williamstown. There's no doubt that many areas of Massachusetts offer a good quality of life.
Archeologists find musket balls fired during one of Revolutionary War’s 1st battles
CONCORD, Mass. — Nearly 250 years ago, hundreds of militiamen lined a hillside in Massachusetts and started firing a barrage of musket balls toward retreating British troops, marking the first major battle in the Revolutionary War.
Planning, Zoning Recommend Cannabis Overlay Subcommittee
The Planning Board, Land Use Committee, and Zoning Bylaw Review Committee offered their initial opinions last night on the proposal to create a retail marijuana overlay in Burlington, and a common theme was the recommendation to establish a cannabis overlay subcommittee. This group would take on the work of ensuring the proposed general and zoning bylaws accounted for all the considerations brought up at last night’s meeting and would create their own overlay rather than using the one proposed by Town Meeting Member Alex Rutfield on behalf of community proponent Will Seagaard.
Municipal workers take on climate change, biodiversity, and pollution
Three young, energetic environmental professionals are working in local government to cut down Acton’s carbon emissions, protect our open spaces, and clean our drinking water: Lauren West, in the Town Sustainability Office; Ian Bergemann, in the Town’s Conservation Division; and Alex Wahlstrom, at the Acton Water District. The...
Select Board invites residents to comment on Olin proposal by Aug. 1 deadline
WILMINGTON — The Select Board’s agenda for Monday, July 15 pertained to a request for a one-day license, requests for the use of town spaces, signing the election warrant, and communications. The board voted in favor of a request from Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant and Code 1 BBQ...
Burbank Ice Arena officials open to senior center, recreation projects
READING – Whether it’s pickleball courts or a new senior center, Burbank Arena’s Board of Directors won’t stand in the way. Just don’t mess with their parking. Tuesday night the Select Board discussed the town’s lease with the Reading Ice Arena Authority. With all the talk of potentially putting something on the Symonds Way land surrounding the arena, it was a feeling out session for the board. Would the arena’s seven board members play nice with the town or would it become an issue? It didn’t take long to get an answer.
Select Board approves new price for recycling items
WILMINGTON — Wilmington DPW Director Jamie Magaldi came before the Select Board to discuss a recommendation that the town increase the cost for residents for the recycling of white goods and Cathode Ray Tubes from $10 to $25. Town Manager Eric Slagle mentioned that the board had previously asked...
5 Things To Do In Wilmington On Thursday, July 25, 2024
WILMINGTON, MA — Below are 5 things to do in Wilmington on Thursday, July 25, 2024:. The Wilmington Knights of Columbus Hall (112 Middlesex Avenue) is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive from 2pm to 7pm. Learn more HERE. The Wilmington Senior Center (15 School Street) is holding the...
VIDEO: Ball In The House Performs On Wilmington Town Common
WILMINGTON, MA — A cappella sensation Ball in the House performed on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 as part of the Wilmington’s Recreation Department’s “Concerts on the Common.”. Watch their performance, courtesy of Wilmington Community Television, below:. Like Wilmington Apple on Facebook. Follow Wilmington Apple on Twitter....
Stoneham ZBA approves new 378-unit housing complex by Spot Pond
With the town’s Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) recently sanctioning the construction of a 378-unit apartment complex by Spot Pond, Stoneham hopes to soon become the latest Middlesex East community to meet its affordable housing mandates under the state’s Chapter 40B statute. Earlier this month, the town’s ZBA...
Board of Selectmen Approve Hiring of New Town Clerk
One of the agenda items during the July 9 Hudson Board of Selectmen meeting was in regard to a resignation from one of the town’s commission members. “Attached please find correspondence from Bill Collins, Chairman of the Conservation Commission,” Town Administrator, Steve Malizia. “After receiving an email from recently appointed Alternate member, Mike Catanzaro, indicating that he will not be able to serve due to some family issues, Chairman Collins is requesting that the Board of Selectmen accept Mr. Catanzaro’s resignation as an Alternate member of the Conservation Commission.”
Purple Heart Day Includes A Day At The Underwood Pool For Serving Military
Belmont will be holding a National Purple Heart Day Observation Ceremony at Belmont Veterans Memorial Park at the corner of Concord Avenue and Underwood Street on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be co-sponsored by the Belmont Veterans Memorial Committee and VFW Post 1272. In assocation with...
Expert Tree Care Now Available 24/7 in Waltham, MA, and its surrounding cities: Norfolk Tree Service Introduces Emergency Response Team
Norfolk Tree Service is a team of dedicated professionals who handle all aspects of tree maintenance and are committed to meeting every client's unique needs in Waltham and neighboring cities. Norfolk Tree Service ensures top-notch tree care solutions for citizens who care about trees' health and safety and the aesthetic...
What’s Happening At Town Meetings This Week? (Week of July 21, 2024)
WILMINGTON, MA — According to the Wilmington Town Clerk’s calendar, there are several town board, committee and commission meetings scheduled for the week of Sunday, July 21, 2024. Sunday, July 21, 2024. No Meetings. Monday, July 22, 2024. The Wilmington Community Development Technical Review Board meets at 10am...
WILMINGTON AROUND THE WEB: The Best Stories From Wilmington’s Newspapers
WILMINGTON, MA — Below are recent articles about Wilmington — published online from July 14, 2024 to July 20, 2024 — that residents should consider reading:. Wilmington Town Crier sports stories can be read HERE. Lowell Sun. No recent news articles. Lowell Sun high school sports summaries...
"Someone Must Have Taken the Bar Exam for You" Was Just Insult, Not Libel
From Massachusetts Superior Court Judge John Pappas's opinion in Lucey v. Kinnon, decided last month but just posted on Westlaw; seems correct to me:. Mr. Kinnon's allegedly defamatory statement was made to … Mr. Lucey … in response to a comment Mr. Lucey made under a post Mr. Kinnon published on the Facebook Group, "Malden (MA) Politics." The group has over 2000 members, and "is a forum for discussion of local events and political issues relevant to Malden and the surrounding area." Mr. Lucey alleges that he and Mr. Kinnon have a history of online exchanges "dating back years," and that Mr. Kinnon has engaged in casting "obnoxious" insults at him, including those attacking his skill as an attorney and his intellectual prowess…. The [allegedly defamatory] comment, in full, reads as follows:
BUTTERS ROW BRIDGE UPDATE: Current Bridge To Close In September 2024, Get Demolished In May 2025
Below is an announcement from the Wilmington Department of Public Works:. WILMINGTON, MA — Please be advised that the Town of Wilmington received notification from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) that the replacement of the Butters Row Bridge is currently underway. This $15.6M project is being funded and managed by MassDOT; MAS Building and Bridge, Inc (MAS) is MassDOT’s contractor. The project is expected to be a multi-year project, including overhead wire relocation, underground conduit work (at the railroad track level), existing bridge demolition, new bridge construction, utility work, roadway work, and permanent overhead wire installation.
Aeneas Continues Adding Coverage in the Somerville and West Somerville Areas
Aeneas Internet and Telephone has added more coverage in the Somerville and West Somerville areas. In January of this year, Aeneas brought high-speed fiber internet to the surrounding areas through a partnership with Chickasaw Electric Cooperative (CEC). If you live in any of the highlighted green areas shown on the...
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