Lowell City Council approves February special election for vacant district seat. The Council voted to move the District 1 City Council election from Dec. 15 to Feb. 2, 2027, to allow candidates more preparation time.
Draper breaks ground on new microelectronics building in Lowell, expanding its research footprint. Also in today's brief (6 items): Draper breaks ground on new microelectronics building; Lowell unveils bicentennial book and City Hall plaque; Lowell seeks input on hazard mitigation plan …
Lowell native Ty Chan draws NFL draft attention in UConn scouting report. Also in today's brief (3 items): Lowell native profiled in UConn NFL scouting report; North Andover visits Lowell in JV girls soccer; City Hall and Lowell offices closed October 9.
City announces first-ever drone show and trick-or-treating for Lowell's 200th birthday bash on October 24. Also in today's brief (6 items): Kerouac photo exhibit continues at Whistler House; Collegiate Charter soccer faces Dracut; Fall Volunteer Fair returns to Kearney Square; City hold…
Board of Parks approves fall park permits and fees. The Board of Parks approved multiple facility permits for fall events. Girls On The Run secured approval for its fall season program at Shedd Park Pavilion with a $2,400 custodial fee, in its 10th season overall. Lowell Flash Soccer Academy
Downtown Lowell is getting a new nightclub, Europa, opening on Merrimack Street in November. Also in today's brief (5 items): New nightclub Europa coming to downtown Lowell; Domestic violence vigil unveiling set for Oct. 1; Duck Island walking tour set for Oct. 1; Fall Volunteer Fair se…
The Lowell Board of Assessors unanimously approved 11 statutory exemption applications in its September 22 meeting. Chief Assessor Ellen M. Brideau reported completion of public disclosure and inspections for fiscal 2027 certification, with final data set for state submission this week. Motor
City of Lowell lands $2.5 million grant for water plant battery backup. Also in today's brief (6 items): City accepts $2.5 million grant for water utility battery; City Hall clock tower dedicated to Wally Burns; Father Maguire Park reopens after $1.43 million upgrade; Lowell field hocke…
Lowell's Zoning Board of Appeals continued a variance hearing for a two-car garage addition to October 15. The board voted unanimously on September 28 after determining public notice signage was inadequate for the 37 West Albert Street hearing.