Column: There's never been more demand for services for senior citizens By: Joan Hatem-Roy and U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan More than seven months into what has become our “new normal” in the age of COVID-19, we continue to learn about the needs and challenges faced by seniors, their families and essential workers across the region. Older adults are taking necessary precautions to limit their exposure to... Read more »
Fitchburg-based LUK Inc. is awarded $200,000 grant for emergency shelter, counseling By: Staff Report The Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families has awarded a grant of $200,000 to LUK Inc., a nonprofit social service agency in Fitchburg, U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan announced Thursday. “As we continue to grapple with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, we can’... Read more »
UMass Lowell research projects receive nearly $12 million in federal funding By: Emily Henderson, B.Sc. UMass Lowell research projects, ranging from developing new protective gear and sensors to ensure food and water are safe to advanced wireless communications, were recently awarded nearly $12 million in federal funding through the Fiscal Year 20 Defense Appropriations bill. "UMass Lowell's HEROE... Read more »
UTEC awarded $750,000 grant for re-entry programming By: Alana Melanson LOWELL — The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs has awarded $750,000 in grant funding to UTEC, Inc. to develop programming for young adults re-entering society after incarceration. The funding was awarded through the Second Chance Act Community-Based Re-entry Program, which provides grants to organizations... Read more »
Getting up to speed: Officials, Comcast announce broadband internet project in Gardner By: Stephen Landry GARDNER — Residents in the north part of the city are rejoicing at the news that homes in the area will soon be equipped with high-speed internet access. City officials recently announced a new initiative in partnership with Comcast that will provide high-speed internet access to Kelton Street... Read more »
Lawrence receives $5.1M in lead paint removal grant money By: Jill Harmacinski LAWRENCE — The city has been awarded $5.1 million in federal grant money to continue removing lead paint and related hazards from homes and buildings. "Ridding our housing stock of the lead is key to ensuring the promise of public health, during this respiratory pandemic and beyond," said Massachusetts Sen. Edward Marke... Read more »
Trahan, Howard, Nuon condemn arrests of youth protestors in Cambodia By: Emma Murphy LOWELL — Three local leaders are speaking out against the recent arrests of youth activists by the Hun Sen regime in Cambodia. U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan, Vanna Howard, the Democratic candidate for the 17th Middlesex District seat at the Statehouse, and Lowell City Councilor Vesna Nuon issued a recent press release con... Read more »
STRONG Act would authorize $600 million in funding to support teacher residencies, help fast-track prospective educators into the workforce By: Melissa Hanson Congresswoman Lori Trahan has introduced legislation that would help support teachers during the coronavirus pandemic, which would authorize $6 billion in funding for programs including teacher residencies. Trahan, who represents Massachuset... Read more »
Flu shots for Veterans By: Lori Trahan As we head into flu season, doctors and medical experts agree it is absolutely essential that we get our flu shots. Not only will it help to protect each of us from the seasonal flu, but it will also reduce the burden on our health care system if we experience another surge of COVID-19. That’s why I wanted to share some important news from the VA Boston Healt... Read more »
Gardner Fire Chief Richard Ares honored on the eve of his retirement as U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan officially announces $240K grant for his department By: Stephen Landry GARDNER — Fire Chief Richard Ares was honored by local and area elected officials as he prepares to call it a career after nearly half a decade on the job. Ares will retire on Wednesday, Sept. 30, after 47 years with the department. Ar... Read more »
