Low-income home energy assistance program Oct 22, 2008
Criteria for eligibility Residency: Participants must reside in Lawrence, Methuen, Andover, North Andover, Reading or North Reading. Low Income: Participants must prove they meet federal and state income guidelines by providing income and documentation showing gross household revenue for all household members 18 years and older for a minimum of four weeks (one month) prior to their application date. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Massachusetts Town's New Law Inspires Other Cities To Help Young Vets Find Jobs Oct 21, 2008
" Ben's story is not unique not even in the McCann household. Ben's brother Alex, 26, also served in the United States Marine Corps and returned home in August. He, too, has had difficulties finding employment. Alex was initially hoping that his training and time served in Iraq would have qualified him for immediate work in law enforcement, but his brother's experience taught him otherwise. "I wanted to be a police officer, but I knew from the beginning knowing what Ben had to go through that I... (VHI.com -- Music News)
OSHA fines firm $70K for Marlborough sewer work Oct 18, 2008
"An unprotected excavation is an especially dangerous place in which to work since its walls can collapse, crush and bury employees before they can react or escape," Jeffrey A. Erskine, OSHA's acting area director in Methuen, said in a press release. OSHA issued fines of $56,000 for the lack of cave-in protection, $8,400 for the repeat citation of lack of safe egress, as the company had been previously cited for a similar hazard, and $5,700 for the defective trench box and lack of inspection. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Tragedy spawns coordination of efforts against domestic violence in Newburyport, Amesbury Oct 17, 2008
Members of the high-risk team include police from Amesbury, Newburyport, Newbury, Salisbury, West Newbury, Rowley, and Merrimac, as well as representatives from Essex District Attorney Jonathan Blodgett's office, Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport, Caritas Holy Family Hospital in Methuen, and consultant Diane Rosenfeld, a lecturer at Harvard Law School. Dunne is the coordinator. (Boston Globe)
Golfers prepare for postseason Oct 17, 2008
They play Lawrence on Friday, then play Westboro on Monday and Methuen on Wednesday ... In last week s tri-meet, the Chelmsford High boys cross-country team lost to Central Catholic, 26-29 and Methuen, 19-40 ... Ben Delikat was ninth overall, fourth against Central, seventh against Methuen, in 17:39. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Youth and Education Oct 16, 2008
Benefit flea market The seventh annual EPIC/GLEC Flea Market will be held Saturday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 480 Broadway (Route 28), Methuen ... With campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence and extension sites in Andover, Methuen, and North Andover, Northern Essex Community College is a state-assisted college, offering over 70 associate degree and certificate programs as well as hundreds of non credit courses designed for personal enrichment and career growth. (Amesbury News, MA)
More TV Choice and Competition Near for Residents of Grafton and Weston, Mass. Oct 16, 2008
In Massachusetts, FiOS TV is available in Abington, Acton, Andover, Arlington, Ashland, Bedford, Bellingham, Belmont, Boxborough, Boxford, Braintree, Burlington, Canton, Dedham, Dunstable, Framingham, Franklin, Georgetown, Hamilton, Hingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Hudson, Ipswich, Lakeville, Lawrence, Lincoln, Littleton, Lexington, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Mansfield, Marion, Marlborough, Marshfield, Mattapoisett, Medfield, Medway, Melrose, Methuen, Middleborough, Millbury, Nahant, Natick,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Acton-Boxborough Pop Warner report Oct 16, 2008
B Team 30, Methuen 8. Acton-Boxboro s B team jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, defeating visiting Methuen, 30-8 ... AB set the tone from the onset, first with a smothering tackle by Nick Usoff on the opening kick-off and then an interception on Methuen s first series by William Tejada. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Golfers qualify for tournament Oct 15, 2008
It was a great day for the Billerica High golf team last Friday afternoon as BMHS defeated visiting Methuen, 16-4, at Billerica Country Club. With that victory, the Indians clinched a bid to the Division 1 state tournament, the first trip to the postseason in five years for BMHS.. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Rotary Clubs offers exchange trips to South Africa Oct 15, 2008
All team candidates must live and/or work in Rotary District 7930, which includes: Amesbury, Andover, Arlington, Belmont, Beverly, Boston, Boxford, Burlington, Cambridge, Chelsea, Danvers, East Boston, Essex, Everett, Georgetown, Gloucester, Hamilton, Haverhill, Ipswich, Lawrence, Lexington, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Manchester, Marblehead, Medford, Melrose, Methuen, Middleton, North Andover, North Reading, Peabody, Reading, Revere, Rockport, Salem, Salem NH, Saugus, Somerville, Stoneham,... (Danvers Herald, MA)
Mozdziez deploys to security forces squadron in Iraq Oct 13, 2008
United States Air Force Airman First Class Mark F. Mozdziez, son of Fred Mozdziez of Ipswich and Karen Cioffi of Methuen, is now stationed with the 99th Security Forces Squadron at Joint Base Balad in Iraq. The security forces embed with the Army stationed there and will eventually take over all Army operations outside the wire at Joint Base Balad. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Methuen upends Lions Oct 11, 2008
Methuen scored on all four of its first-half possessions to hand Chelmsford its first Merrimack Valley Conference loss in two years, 34-7 Friday at Nicholson Stadium ... Methuen is now a force in the league ... Methuen (3-1, 2-1 MVC) received big games from quarterback Matt Bartlett (12-for-20, 183 yards, 2 touchdowns) and his twin brother Mike, who gained 183 yards on 19 carries, rushed for three touchdowns and caught a touchdown pass from his brother. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Wenham lawyer chosen for charity calendar Oct 10, 2008
She chose MSPCA at Nevins Farm Equine Care and Adoption Center in Methuen and Greyhound Friends in Hopkinton for the rescue of ex-racing greyhounds for her charities of choice. Rogers is an avid horse rider and actively participates in the rescue of racing greyhounds and horses. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Wilkins family honors two selfless parents Oct 10, 2008
This year s walk took place on a gray drizzly Sept. 28, with the Wilkins brothers and sisters and their kids from Methuen, Haverhill, Georgetown and Gloucester in attendance. In 2007 we walked as the Wilkins Clan, says Michael. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Swimmers down Methuen stay perfect Oct 10, 2008
The Chelmsford High girls swim team remained undefeated in the Merrimack Valley Conference with a 98-80 victory over Methuen on Friday. The Lions won eight of 12 events and placed first and second in five of them. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Obituaries for Oct. 7 Oct 7, 2008
Survivors: Husband, John M. Ryan of Drexel Hill; daughters, Betty Ann O'Donnell of West Deptford, N.J., and Donna V. Davis of Alloway, N.J.; sons, Joseph E. Ryan of Drexel Hill, John Ryan of Phoenix, Arthur C. Ryan of Drexel Hill; sisters, Rita Coco of Methuen, Mass. Theresa Harb of Atkinson, N.H.; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
North Andover Police Log Oct 5, 2008
Arrest John L. Quaglietta Jr., 44, of 41 Riverview Ave., Methuen, was arrested and charged with a marked lanes violation and operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license. Tuesday, Sept. 23 5:47 a.m. A caller reported a suspicious vehicle near the parking lot on Baldwin Street. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Agency downgrades turnpike's bond rating, raising prospect of toll ... Oct 3, 2008
Patrick will probably face a receptive audience in the Legislature, said Senator Steven A. Baddour, the Methuen Democrat who co-chairs the transportation committee. People have seen. (Boston Globe)
Sun sets on Sunrise plan Oct 3, 2008
The facility, which would have been located adjacent to the Stony Hill Inn, was to have been developed by Sunrise Development of Methuen, Mass. The three-story, 66,000-square-foot building would have been exclusively designed for senior citizens. (Bethel Beacon, CT)
Muddy win for BMHS football Oct 3, 2008
The Billerica High football team was one of the only football teams to actually play on Friday night, and thanks to a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns, the Indians pulled out a soggy 14-0 victory over visiting Methuen at the Marshall Middle School ... After a 31-yard attempt by Methuen senior Matt Gordon sailed into the Indian line, junior Chris Clark picked up the loose ball and raced 56 yards to the Ranger 43-yard line. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
SHAWSHEEN TECH ROUNDUP: Ram runners undefeated Oct 3, 2008
The Shawsheen Tech volleyball team won its second-straight match last Friday afternoon as they beat host Presentation of Mary, 3-1, in Methuen ... The Shawsheen Tech volleyball team won its second-straight match last Friday afternoon as they beat host Presentation of Mary, 3-1, in Methuen. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Runners sweep Notre Dame Oct 3, 2008
After battling back to tie Methuen in the second half, the Chelmsford High girls soccer team lost to the Rangers, 2-1 on Tuesday ... Methuen scored the game-winner about eight minutes later. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Andover defeats Chelmsford field hockey Sep 23, 2008
It was a picture-perfect goal, but they didn t see it, Devaney said, whose team had two goals called back in a 1-1 tie with Methuen on Friday. I felt like we controlled play, but we really need to finish. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
NH man in buried treasure case faces new charges Sep 19, 2008
In April 2005, Billcliff and some friends said they found a stash of antique money in the back yard of a Methuen, Mass. home. (Concord Monitor)
Golf team undefeated Sep 19, 2008
5 victory over Methuen on Tuesday ... The Chelmsford High boys soccer team won its first game, defeating Methuen, 2-0 on Wednesday. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Keeping score around New England Sep 18, 2008
Bryant's Scott Congdon, a senior from Foxboro, shot 68-73 to finish joint seventh, while UML's Anthony Gallardo of Methuen was T-21 with a 72-72 effort. BC was led by Needham's Craig Kublin (72-73). (Boston Globe -- Sports)
State Primary Preview Sep 16, 2008
Linda Dean Campbell of Methuen, looking for a second House term, is running against Methuen Democrat Christopher DiBella. In the 17th, Rep. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Immigrants flocking to local libraries Sep 15, 2008
Libraries in Lowell, Lawrence, Andover, and Methuen are seeing their reading rooms become hotspots for many languages and cultures. James Sutton, director of Andover's Memorial Hall Library, said his library has expanded its Chinese and Russian collections, and is looking to see if there is room for materials in Korean. (Boston Globe)
Patriots hold off Methuen in opener Sep 13, 2008
While Friday s game at Methuen was the season opener for the Concord-Carlisle football team, the Patriots were facing a team that already had a game under its belt. After taking the better part of the first half to get the first-game jitters out of their systems, the Patriots defeated Methuen, 14-13 at Nicholson Stadium ... Before quarterback Daniel D Arcy connected with Zack Driscoll for a 20-yard touchdown pass down the right sideline at the end of the first half, C-C moved the ball at least... (Concord Journal, MA)
Boys soccer blanks Methuen Sep 12, 2008
The Chelmsford High boys soccer team won its first game, defeating Methuen, 2-0 on Wednesday. The Lions (1-1) scored both goals in the first half, with Chris Crocker scoring from Joseph Ofosu and Domenic Zaher scoring with an assist from Josh Marden. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Letter: LItalien gets my vote Sep 11, 2008
She is a local mom, not a career politician, who remains accessible to those in the six communities she serves (Andover, Boxford, Georgetown, Haverhill, Methuen and North Andover). I have found her to be friendly and approachable and determined to make a difference, and that is why I am asking you to join me in voting for Barbara L Italien for state representative on Nov. 4. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Chelmsford officer dies Sep 11, 2008
Chelmsford Patrol Officer Sean F. Swift died unexpectedly at his Methuen home Monday ... His survivors include his wife, Kim and his daughter, Laci of Methuen; his mother, Donna and her husband, Thomas Boland of Litchfield; and his father, James of Oregon. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
A traveling golfer at home at UMass Sep 7, 2008
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She's no youngster, but she has kick Aug 31, 2008
UMass had called Hickory Hill in Methuen its home course, but opted to move to Meadow Creek because of its proximity and alumni ties. Meadow Creek's general manager, Kevin Shepple, is a 1987 grad, and Bob Silva, its pro shop manager, is a 2006 alum. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Two-car crash injures seven Aug 29, 2008
Freethy s car struck a 2007 red Ford Explorer that was heading west on Route 114, driven by Cristos Tsoukalas, 27, of Methuen. Four other people were injured in the crash, a 22-year-old woman from Peabody, a 22-year-old woman from Winthrop, a 27-year-old male from Winthrop and a 29-year-old male from Winthrop. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
BACK TO SCHOOL: Sports schedules Aug 28, 2008
Wednesday, Sept. 24: Methuen away ... Friday, Oct. 3: Methuen home 3:30 p.m. ... Friday, Sept. 19: Methuen away. (Malden Observer, MA)
New teachers excited to join Belmont staff Aug 28, 2008
Brandt comes to Belmont from Methuen, where she interned in the Methuen Public Schools. As a school psychologist, she will be conducting psych evaluations for special education eligibility and consulting with teachers about the emotional and social needs of their students. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Are you ready for some Knights football?: North Andover begins practicing for the season this week Aug 22, 2008
The Knights host Tewksbury Aug. 26 at 4 p.m.; host Dracut Aug. 28 at 4:30 p.m.; and host Methuen Aug. 30 at 9 a.m.. Loading commenting interface. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
MBTA rescinds 9% raises for top earners Aug 20, 2008
"I think the administration is trying to create friction," said Senator Steven A. Baddour, a Methuen Democrat who chairs the Transportation Committee and is a strong Grabauskas ally. "The reason they don't fire him is they can't find anybody better.". (Boston Globe)
Terrain is familiar for golf invitational Aug 17, 2008
Kwon, who lives in Methuen, started working in the pro shop when he was 15, and Bill Flynn took him under his wing. Flynn's son Bob handles most of the administrative work for the tournament. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Archdiocesan Bicentennial Celebration to be held at St. Michael's Aug 15, 2008
Eleven parishes from North Andover, Andover, Lawrence, Methuen and Wilmington will come together on Sunday, Sept. 7, at St. Michael Church, 196 Main St., North Andover, to celebrate the Bicentennial of the Archdiocese of Boston with a Mass and Family Picnic. The concelebrated Mass with combined parish choirs will take place at noon, followed by a picnic, rain or shine, with entertainment, parish history tables and activities for all ages. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Aug. 14 edition: Acton police logs Aug 15, 2008
Joshua S. Silva, 20, of 99 Pilgrim Circle, Methuen, was arrested Aug. 8 and charged with not having an inspection sticker, driving with a suspended license and driving an unregistered vehicle. Wanda Rivera, 36, of 8 Edgar Court, Somerville, was arrested Aug. 8 and charged with larceny from a building and larceny of under $250 from a disabled person or a person over 60. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Patrick to set new curbs on police details Aug 13, 2008
Senator Steven A. Baddour, a Methuen Democrat and cochairman of the Joint Committee on Transportation, praised the regulations yesterday. "This is the first step," he said. (Boston Globe)
Pension board axes fire fund managers Aug 9, 2008
Other transfers pending include Hampden County and Methuen, he said. Travaglini observed that the Legislature failed to pass legislation to divest state pension funds from companies doing business with the Iranian government. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Fatal motorcycle crash at 114/125 Aug 7, 2008
A North Andover resident escaped injury early Monday morning while riding in a limousine that crashed into and killed a Methuen motorcyclist ... William Leach, Jr., 43, of 1 River Place in Methuen was pronounced dead at Lawrence General Hospital. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Walgreens robbers make off with stash of drugs Aug 7, 2008
Our officers were checking the pharmacies that evening due to incidents in Methuen on Aug. 1, and Waltham on Aug. 2, which had the same occur in their towns during the early hours, says Gallagher. Tapes reveal similarities and the same tools [a sledgehammer and pry bar. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Rutherford seeks interim TM job in Dennis Aug 6, 2008
Candidates for the interim position are Warren Rutherford of Marstons Mills, former Barnstable Town Manager who has served other towns as interim administrator; Michael Farrell of Methuen, with 13 years experience as town manager and more as interim administrator; and Thomas Groux of Chatham, former Chatham administrator who has held interim administrator positions and serves as a consultant to town governments. Selectmen Chairwoman Sheryl McMahon said her board hopes to have a new administrator... (Yarmouth Register, MA)
Police Logs, July 20-27 Aug 2, 2008
Arrests Commonwealth Avenue and Endicott Street: Kevin Eng, 26, of 134 Pitman St., Methuen, was arrested during a motor vehicle stop on charges of operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license, operating a motor vehicle with a suspended or revoked registration and uninsured motor vehicle/trailer, at 7:28 a.m. North Putnam Street: Rosa Nicolau, 45, of 77 Locust St., Middleton, was arrested during a road rage incident, on charges of unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and reckless... (Danvers Herald, MA)
2008 Miss Hampton Beach is crowned Jul 28, 2008
The other four finalists for the title were Kristen Brain of Methuen, Mass. Brittany Dube of Atkinson, Kirby Nadilo of Stratham and Christy Dunn of Laconia. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Campaign Trail: LItalien opposed local aid says opponent Jul 24, 2008
Under the amendment, North Andover would have received $1,169,517, Georgetown $403,580, Andover $1,070,289, Haverhill $4,682,278, and Methuen $3,178,290. L Italien voted against restoring these local aid cuts. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Can state's financial firms dodge the bullet? Jul 23, 2008
But the decline, said chief executive Jack Clancy, was due to increased investments in expansion, including a new branch in Methuen, the cost of which cut into earnings. But if the stock market continues to turn in losses, as it did last month, then Massachusetts firms will certainly see conditions worsen. (Boston Globe)
Public Safety Log, July7 - July 13 Jul 17, 2008
Kathleen O Brien, 39, of 28 Stevens St., Methuen, was charged by police with Class D drug possession. Sunday, July 13. (Burlington Union, MA)
Come to donate blood win a car Jul 17, 2008
The offer applies to donors at the Red Cross center in Methuen, too. Honda North is also sweetening the deal one step further. (Danvers Herald, MA)
High achievers Jul 15, 2008
He is currently employed at a company in Methuen and resides in Melrose. D Alessandro s younger brother, James Albano, graduated from BC High in May and has been accepted at U Mass. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Fire department welcomes two new brothers to fold Jul 13, 2008
In August 2006, Dole, who also serves as the department s fire training officer, undertook a 1,200 hour classroom and clinical training program at the Eliot Hospital s New England EMS Institute, completing 408 hours of clinical rotations at the Holy Family Hospital in Methuen and the Eliot Hospital in Manchester, N.H. The program also required 240 hours of field training on an ambulance. The enhancement of Scott s skills will benefit the town of Reading significantly in the years to come, Burns... (Reading Advocate, MA)
Pot-bellied pig Lily escapes from home, changes local law Jul 13, 2008
The pudgy black pig would spend the night at the MSPCA at Nevin s Farm in Methuen, Mass. At the time, pigs were considered livestock in Medford and were not permitted in residential dwellings. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Conway exits on top Jul 6, 2008
The former Methuen High standout ended his college career in style, honored as the Little East Conference's Pitcher of the Year ... Methuen Post 122 starter Jolmi Minaya-Suriel had to work extra hard to put up a 6-4 win over Lynn Post 6. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Jazz band will testify on July 17 Jul 5, 2008
He lives in Methuen with wife, Valerie, also a professional music educator, and their twin daughters, Sharlow and Emily. Saxophonist and flutist Valerie Walton studied at Berklee College of Music and New England Conservatory of Music. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Churches champion immigrants' plight Jul 4, 2008
Walter Ciesluk (left), a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Chelmsford, spoke with Danny Nunez of Methuen, a member of Ebeneezer Christian Church in Lawrence, at a recent gathering. (josh reynolds for the boston globe) |Print|| Text size + By Maria Sacchetti Globe Staff / July 4, 2008. (Boston Globe)
Local students earn degrees from NECC Jul 3, 2008
NECC has campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence and extension sites in Andover and Methuen. Loading commenting interface. (Amesbury News, MA)
Convicted child rapist captured in Caribbean Jul 2, 2008
Authorities are now trying to extradite the 46-year-old former Lawrence and Methuen man, who was convicted in absentia of raping a child, indecent assault and battery on a person over 14, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, incest, and three counts each of indecent assault and battery on a person 14 or under ... Prosecutors said Reyes assaulted his daughter between 1998 and 1999, while she was 11 and 12 years old and living with Reyes in Lawrence, and between 2003 and 2005, while she... (Boston Globe)
More TV Choice and Competition Near for Residents of Stoughton, Mass. Jul 2, 2008
FiOS TV is available in Abington, Acton, Andover, Arlington, Bedford, Belmont, Boxborough, Boxford, Braintree, Burlington, Canton, Dedham, Dunstable, Framingham, Franklin, Georgetown, Hamilton, Hingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Ipswich, Lakeville, Lawrence, Lincoln, Littleton, Lexington, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Marion, Marlborough, Marshfield, Mattapoisett, Medfield, Medway, Melrose, Methuen, Middleborough, Nahant, Natick, Needham, Newton, Norfolk, North Andover, North Reading, Norwood, Reading,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Column: Some reminders and farewell to a friend Jun 28, 2008
Finally, I d like to take a moment to wish Father Marc Bishop the best as he leaves our community to become Pastor of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Methuen ... Needless to say, I am sure that everyone was shocked to hear Father Marc had been transferred to Methuen a few weeks ago. (Amesbury News, MA)
Gayle Heney named town Poet Laureate Jun 28, 2008
Her show airs at 9 p.m. Tuesdays and 11 a.m. Wednesdays, in Andover, North Andover, Methuen and Haverhill, and features fiction and nonfiction writers ... I received submissions from published authors, including Greater Lawrence Poet Laureate Louise Hart and Robert Frost Foundation Director Michael Shore, soon-to-be published local teen Rebecca Pryor, members of poetry groups, residents of North Andover and individuals hailing from Haverhill, Beverly, Salem, Newburyport, Andover and Methuen. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Severe thunderstorm warning issued Jun 27, 2008
The severe thunderstorm will be near Methuen by 405 p.m., Lawrence by 410 p.m., North Andover and Tewksbury by 415 p.m., Andover and North Andover by 4:20 p.m., 6 miles northeast of Wilmington and 6 miles southwest of Boxford by 4:30 p.m.. Severe thunderstorms produce damaging winds and large hail, in addition to deadly lightning and very heavy rain. (North Andover Citizen, MA)