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June 14 - 16: Thorndike Street Project Traffic Advisory

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 13, 2023

Please be advised of upcoming dates and effects on traffic with the Thorndike Street Project beginning Wednesday, June 14.

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Trahan, Burgess, Crenshaw, Lee Introduce Bipartisan Pandemic Preparedness Legislation

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 11, 2023

On June 6, Representatives Lori Trahan (D-MA-03), Michael Burgess (R-TX-26), Dan Crenshaw (R-TX-02), and Susie Lee (D-NV-03) introduced the Disease X Act of 2023, bipartisan legislation that will help ensure the United States works rapidly to prepare for and develop the necessary medical countermeasures to combat future pandemics.

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Merrimack Valley News area weekly mass times

By Merrimack Valley News | Jun 10, 2023

The following parishes in the Merrimack Valley News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Burlington-based Nuance Communications earned ‘Corporate Equality Index’ score of 100

By Merrimack Valley News | Jun 10, 2023

A new “Corporate Equality Index” study examining companies’ policies on “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” protections gave Burlington-based Nuance Communications a score of 100.

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MassHire Greater Lowell Awarded $200K Grant

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 10, 2023

MassHire Greater Lowell Workforce Board announced today they have been awarded a $200,000 grant for the FY23 Re-Entry Workforce Development Demonstration Program.

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Burlington-based Everbridge, Inc. earned ‘Corporate Equality Index’ score of 60

By Merrimack Valley News | Jun 9, 2023

Everbridge, Inc.-based Everbridge, Inc. was awarded a score of 60 by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation based on a review of the company’s policies barring discrimination against LGBTQ individuals.

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May 2023 and June 2023 Quarterly Water/Sewer Invoices Delayed

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 9, 2023

Please be advised that due to the recent Cyber Event, the May 2023 and June 2023 quarterly Water/Sewer invoices will be delayed.

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Burlington-based EMD Serono, MilliporeSigma EMD Electronics earned ‘Corporate Equality Index’ score of 100

By Merrimack Valley News | Jun 8, 2023

EMD Serono, MilliporeSigma EMD Electronics, which is based in Burlington, earned a score of 100 in a ranking that evaluates the corporate non-discrimination policies based on “sexual orientation” and “gender identity.”

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Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Budget

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 8, 2023

On Tuesday, June 6, 2023, City Manager Thomas A. Golden, Jr. presented a proposed budget for the FY2024 fiscal year to the Lowell City Council.

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June 21: Please join Lowell Forward for the Third Public Citywide Workshop

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 7, 2023

The third public citywide event for the Lowell Forward Comprehensive Plan will be hosted on June 21st.

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Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility Receives $67,000 Grant from MassDEP

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 7, 2023

The City of Lowell's Regional Wastewater Utility has been awarded approximately $67,000 from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) Sewage Notification Assistance Program.

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Trahan Votes to Prevent Economic Catastrophe for Massachusetts Families

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 4, 2023

On May 31, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) voted in favor of the Bipartisan Budget Agreement that will prevent a default on the nation’s debt, which would have had catastrophic impacts on families across Massachusetts.

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U.s. Department of Energy Announces $46 Million From Trahan Authored Program to Support Commercial Fusion Energy Development

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 4, 2023

On May 31, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $46 million in funding for eight companies, including Massachusetts-based Commonwealth Fusion Systems, advancing designs and research and development for fusion power plants.

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Merrimack Valley News area weekly mass times

By Merrimack Valley News | Jun 3, 2023

The following parishes in the Merrimack Valley News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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July 4: Celebrate Independence Day with Festivities and Fireworks in the Heart of Downtown Lowell

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 2, 2023

The City of Lowell will hold a Fourth of July celebration on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, from 5:00PM to 9:30PM at Boarding House Park, 40 French Street, in downtown Lowell.

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City of Lowell 2023 Election Calendar

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 1, 2023

If you have any questions, please contact the Election & Census Department by phone: (978) 674-4046, or in person: 375 Merrimack Street (City Hall), room 5.

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Icymi: Trahan Calls on Republican Leaders to Act on Gun Violence

By Merrimack Valley News Report | May 31, 2023

On May 23, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) spoke on the House floor criticizing Congressional inaction to prevent mass shootings. Trahan, the mother of 8 and 12-year-old daughters, delivered the floor speech pleading for Republican members to take action on gun violence, instead of waiting for another news cycle to pass

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Trahan Supports Increased Community Health Center Funding, Legislation Moves to House Floor

By Merrimack Valley News Report | May 31, 2023

On May 24, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Health Subcommittee, advocated for and passed increased federal funding for Community Health Centers and Teaching Health Centers out of the Energy and Commerce Committee. The legislation now moves to the House floor for a vote

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May 30 & 31: Water Main Improvements/Gate Replacement in the Highlands Area

By Merrimack Valley News Report | May 30, 2023

Please be advised the Water Dept. will be working on water main improvements/gate replacement in the Highlands area on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 30 and 31, 2023.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Norfolk County in week ending May 20?

By Merrimack Valley News | May 27, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Norfolk County was found at one gas station in the week ending May 20, according to GasBuddy.com.