Board of Health Discusses Permit Violations, Notes West Nile Virus Detection
Lowell Board of Health discussed permit violations and West Nile Virus detection. The board met with Abena Alwedyan, owner of Lowell Quick Stop Corp at 189 E. Merrimack St, about tobacco and food permit violations, including a prior citation for selling tobacco to a minor.
Board of Health · Meeting of September 2, 2026
Lowell Board of Health discussed permit violations and West Nile Virus detection. The board met with Abena Alwedyan, owner of Lowell Quick Stop Corp at 189 E. Merrimack St, about tobacco and food permit violations, including a prior citation for selling tobacco to a minor.
As of September 2, the establishment held neither permit. The board discussed compliance expectations with Ms. Alwedyan, who agreed to obtain documentation for a food permit first, then pursue a tobacco sales permit after completing a required Tobacco Regulations meeting.
Director Lisa Golden reported that a trapped mosquito tested positive for West Nile Virus, prompting neighborhood spraying. PrideStar EMS was approved for Opioid Settlement funds for a Buprenorphine Administration program.
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Source: the Board of Health meeting of September 2, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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