The Lowell Sun

The Sun is a daily newspaper located in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. It caters to residents in towns across Massachusetts and New Hampshire, particularly in the Greater Lowell region and surrounding areas. In 2011, the paper had an average daily circulation of around 42,900 copies. Commonly referred to as The Lowell Sun to differentiate it from other well-known newspapers, it has been under the ownership of MediaNews Group from Colorado since 1997.

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Opponents of vocational school lottery admissions talk path forward

2 days ago | lowellsun.com | Grace Zokovitch

Despite the state board approval of a lottery admissions at vocational schools, some business and vocational education advocates opposed to the change met Tuesday to discuss a legislative block, expanding seats and more steps forward. "What the Healey-Driscoll administration and the Board of Education have voted to do is ration what we've got, which creates winners and losers in our urban, suburban and rural communities," said Tim Murray, president of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Celtics reportedly trade Jrue Holiday to Blazers for Anfernee Simons, two picks

4 days ago | lowellsun.com | Zack Cox

The first domino of the Celtics' offseason roster renovation fell late Monday night. Boston traded guard Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers for guard Anfernee Simons and two second-round draft picks, according to a report from ESPN's Shams Charania. Holiday, who turned 35 earlier this month and has three years and more than $100 million remaining on his contract, was viewed as one of the Celtics' most logical offseason trade candidates.
Legislature OKs massive transportation, education funding

5 days ago | lowellsun.com | Bob Katzen

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives' and senators' votes on roll calls from the week of June 16-20. $1.3 BILLION FOR TRANSPORTATION AND EDUCATION (H 4227) - House 150-3, then 148-4, Senate 40-0, approved and sent to Gov.
Senate adds hospital aid, reproductive health emergency measure to spending bill

6 days ago | lowellsun.com | Chris Lisinski

BOSTON - Another major spending bill continued its journey through the Legislature on Wednesday as the Senate approved a $532 million measure pumping more money into hospitals, rental aid, home care for seniors and more. The Senate voted 38-2 on the latest fiscal year 2025 supplemental budget, which also features provisions addressing abortion and transgender medication, commercial drivers license disqualifications, and sculptures in the Senate chamber. Republican Sens.
Taking a look at the center of attention

1 week ago | lowellsun.com | Wil Darcangelo

One of my favorite movie scenes is a short bit in the 1958 film "Auntie Mame" when Mame Dennis, played by Rosalind Russell, is working as a temp phone operator for the law firm of Widdecombe, Gutterman, Applewhite, Bibberman and Black. A tongue-twister, to be sure, for any receptionist. She makes a mess of it, of course. Hilarity ensues, 1950's style. But the intention of that kind of job is to make connections between one side of a conversation and another so that communication occurs.
Lowell City Golf Tournament field chasing Trevor Drew after historic first round

1 week ago | lowellsun.com | Barry Scanlon

Heads were still turning more than a day later about a historic round. Of the three courses that host the Lowell City Golf Tournament, the most challenging one is Vesper Country Club. The Tyngsboro layout has dashed many a dream since the tournament began in 1923, whether it hosted the first round, second round or third and final round. But on Wednesday, the 100th edition of the Cities saw a spectacular first-round performance from Tyngsboro native and Western Kentucky standout Trevor Drew.
Lowell man dies in motor scooter crash on Route 110 in Dracut

1 week ago | lowellsun.com | Aaron Curtis

DRACUT - A 43-year-old Lowell man was killed on Tuesday afternoon when the motor scooter he was operating collided head-on with a vehicle on Merrimack Avenue (Route 110). The Dracut Police and Fire Departments said in a joint press release that the victim, identified as Michael Lacrosse, was traveling on the scooter westbound on Route 110 at about 3:45 p.m. when he crossed into the eastbound lane and struck an oncoming motor vehicle driven by a 50-year-old Methuen woman.
West Nile sample detected a week before summer begins

1 week ago | lowellsun.com | Alison Kuznitz

State public health officials said they have detected the first positive mosquito sample for West Nile virus of the season, putting Massachusetts slightly ahead of previous trends. The virus was found in a sample collected from Shrewsbury on June 13, the Department of Public Health announced Tuesday. There have been no human or animal WNV cases so far.
'Dangerous heat' in Massachusetts expected, with it feeling like 100-plus degrees

1 week ago | lowellsun.com | Rick Sobey

After the perfect day to cool off at the beach on Thursday, more heat and humidity is expected for the beginning of next week. A multi-day stretch of significant heat is looking more likely for Monday through Wednesday - with the potential for heat to reach dangerous levels, according to the National Weather Service's Boston office. "Multiple days of dangerous heat still expected through mid-week next week," NWS Boston wrote.
Forward from Kazakhstan commits to UMass Lowell

1 week ago | lowellsun.com | Barry Scanlon

A forward from Kazakhstan who has represented his country in international tournaments has committed to UMass Lowell. Abzal Alibek, 19, is a 6-foot, 168-pound left wing who played this past season for Philadelphia of the North American Hockey League. Alibek skated in 44 regular-season games for the Rebels, collecting six goals and 18 points. Alibek finished the season strongly, recording a 3-6-9 line over his final nine games.