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The “Gerrymander” Made Law in Massachusetts ~ February 11, 1812

There is much about politics for which Massachusetts is well-known.  An infamous historical note rests with Governor Elbridge Gerry and his redistricting method known ever since as “Gerrymandering.” Cartoonists memorialized his efforts in a “Gerrymander” creature that  resembled that of a salamander-like monster. From the archive: Infamous “Gerrymander” Made Massachusetts Law ~…

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In the Merrimack Valley ~ We remember the Malden Mills Fire on December 11, 1995

From the archive ~  a reminder about the massive, destructive and very painful fire at Malden Mills in Lawrence ~ December 11, 1995. In the Merrimack Valley: Remembering the 1995 Malden Mills Fire December 11, 2012 by Marie Posted in Greater Lowell 1Comment Mass Moments reminds today us that on the evening of  December 11,…

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Enterprise Bank Celebration of Excellence

Congratulations to Enterprise Bank for another wonderful Celebration of Excellence event last night at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium.  Congratulations also to those who were recognized for their contributions to the community with Excellence awards.  The recipients were: Entrepreneur of the Year:  Nancy Chippendale of Nancy Chippendale’s Dance Studios of North…

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