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Westford woman convicted in $100 million home health care fraud scheme
A Westford woman was convicted on charges related to a home health care fraud scheme worth at least $100 million in federal court on Friday, according to the Massachusetts U.S. Attorney’s Office. After a nine-day trial, a jury found 56-year-old Faith Newton guilty on one count of health care...
An Insiders Guide to the Lowell Folk Festival
For the past several days, Downtown Lowell has been buzzing getting ready for the weekend… tents are popping up, wayfinding maps are making their way to all the major street corners and intersections, Lowell National Historical Park and City of Lowell employees lining the streets setting things up and making sure Lowell has its best face on for the Lowell Folk Festival!
North Andover Historical Society hosts events in August
NORTH ANDOVER — Energy, archaeology and witchcraft round out the North Andover Historical Society’s August events with a sneak-peak into September’s Sails & Trails series. Here is the list of events:. Open house at the 1715 Parson Barnard House Museum is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m....
Townwide paving program to begin this week
WESTFORD —The townwide paving program is slated to begin later this week, impacting several miles of road in Westford. 18 roads are slated to see five centerline miles of roadway paved under the state’s Chapter 90 program. An additional two roads will be paved under a mitigation agreement, according to a release from the town.
Select Board discusses hybrid meeting policies for town boards
WESTFORD — Amid a public hearing for a proposed zoning bylaw that would regulate future firearms businesses in town, several attendees and officials have questioned why certain public hearings remain in person only. The Select Board continued discussions regarding a policy for hybrid access to public hearings for land...
Select Board continues discussion on proposed firearms business bylaw
WESTFORD — The Select Board recently discussed updates on a proposed bylaw to regulate firearms businesses, which is slated to be presented to voters later this year. This proposal would define and regulate firearm businesses separately from other businesses. It would limit new firearm businesses to the commercial highway and industrial highway zoning districts, as well as require a special permit from the Planning Board.
Andover attorney nominated as Mass. superior court judge
BOSTON — Lawyer John Fraser of Andover is among five attorneys Gov Maura Healey nominated for Massachusetts Superior Court judges. The nominees will now be considered by the Governor’s Council for confirmation. “I’m proud to nominate these experienced attorneys to the Superior Court, and I’m confident they will...
Mass. tweaks emergency shelter system; migrants won't have priority
Massachusetts, facing an unsustainable level of homelessness, is changing its emergency shelter system, the Healey administration announced Tuesday. Under the new system, which goes into effect next month, migrants will qualify for five-day stays at new temporary respite centers in Cambridge, Chelsea, Lexington and Norfolk, but not for stays at existing Emergency Assistance shelters, according to the announcement.
Nutting Road construction continues Tuesday
WESTFORD — Construction on Nutting Road is slated to continue on Tuesday, which could impact both morning and afternoon commutes. Construction will begin at 7 a.m., with a detour in place through 6 p.m. The road will be closed to through traffic with a detour utilizing Groton Road and...
Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Health Care Fraud in Boston Federal Court
A Florida man, Jeffrey MacEachron, aged 60, has formally admitted to committing health care fraud, with the plea entered yesterday before a federal court in Boston. MacEachron, the proprietor of PT4U, Inc., which operates physical therapy clinics in Bedford and Lexington, Massachusetts, engaged in a fraudulent scheme to mislead insurance companies and TRICARE by claiming payment for services that were never provided.
Debate could trigger new historic district
ANDOVER — Spurred by the recent request for demolition of the beloved Pink House, residents will band together in an attempt to prevent similar situations on Central Street through a study committee. The Pink House at 65 Central St. has long been a landmark in Andover and news of...
Andover seeks summary judgment in Fahey lawsuit
ANDOVER — A motion for summary judgment has been filed by the defense in the lawsuit by former Youth Services Director William “Bill” Fahey against Town Manager Andrew Flannagan and the Town of Andover. Fahey filed a civil complaint for wrongful termination in 2021, following his firing...
Martin F. Connors, Jr., Elected Chairperson of SBLI Board of Directors
WOBURN, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 24, 2024-- SBLI (The Savings Bank Mutual Life Insurance Company of Massachusetts) announces that Martin F. Connors, Jr., President and CEO of Rollstone Bank & Trust, was recently elected Chairperson of the company’s Board of Directors at its annual meeting. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240724420323/en/ Martin F. Connors, Jr., President and CEO of Rollstone Bank & Trust, was recently elected Chairperson of the Board of Directors of SBLI (The Savings Bank Mutual Life Insurance Company of Massachusetts). (Photo: Business Wire)
With New Approach to Reign in Overdevelopment, Haverhill Council to Discuss Affordable Housing Next
An update on Haverhill’s affordable housing situation is on the horizon for the City Council, which may begin asking more of developers before approving large projects. Officials said little on the subject during a consequential meeting on residential development last week, prompting Councilor John A. Michitson last night to call for a briefing from the Community Development Division.
There’s a Vacancy on Bedford Planning Board
The deadline for applying for appointment to fill a six-plus-month seat on the Bedford Planning Board is 1 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 9. The vacancy results from the resignation of Jacinda Barbehenn, who is moving out of town. Under the town bylaws, the remaining members of the board, in a joint meeting with the Select Board, interview applicants and name a replacement to serve until the next town election, March 8, 2025. The remaining year will be on the local ballot.
How The Burlington Community Collaborative Brings People Together
The Mama Bear Effect office is in a small strip mall near DaMore Law. It’s a small space, with some posters and resources for talking to kids about sexual abuse. But on a rainy Wednesday night in July, the office is filled with about a dozen chairs squeezed into a small circle, and the chairs are full of some of Burlington’s most passionate helpers.
College students: here’s how to vote when you’re away from home
Sheets. Pillow cases. Desk lamp. Laundry basket. Shower shoes. If you’re heading off to college, these things are likely on your checklist. But you may be overlooking one essential item:. Voting. And voting, of course, is not just for college students. Whether you’re entering the workforce or continuing your...
Richard M. Barden Appointed Principal of Northeast Metro Tech
AKEFIELD — Superintendent David DiBarri is pleased to announce that Richard M. Barden has been named as the next Principal of Northeast Metro Tech. Throughout the interview process, Mr. Barden was highly impressive. Barden began his career in 2001 as a classroom teacher at the Donald P. Timony Grammar School in Methuen. He has taught math and worked in the Methuen Public School’s Freshman Academy. He became high school Associate Principal in 2011, and Supervising Principal in 2015.
Burlington Seeks To Expand STEM Accelerator Program
The Burlington School District is working to expand its popular “flipped internship” program into summer programming, building towards a summer STEM accelerator program for high school students. In a school committee meeting recently, Superintendent Dr. Eric Conti explained that computer science teacher Shereen Tyrrell would be transitioning away...
Select Board Office Hours, Wednesday 7/24/24
As part of the Select Board Citizen’s Comment Procedure, citizens have the option of attending one of the Board’s monthly “Office Hours” to discuss items with members of the Board. No more than two members of the Board attend a session, which is held virtually or at different sites in town. The Office Hours are not public meetings with an agenda, but rather a casual, open time for general discussions with Board members. The Select Board’s Office Hours are posted on the Town’s web site at least one week before each session. The Board began offering Office Hours in October 2013.
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