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Lawmakers seek more fuel assistance funding BOSTON — Members of the state’s congressional delegation are leading a push for more federal fuel assistance funding to help low-income energy consumers this winter. In a letter to legislative leaders, Reps. Lori Trahan and Jim McGovern call for another $1.6 billion in funding for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Low Income… Read more »

For Cambodians in Lowell, Henry Kissinger leaves a dark legacy LOWELL — Millions have reacted to the news of the passing of former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger since it was announced Nov. 29, with many quick to note his achievements like the normalization of relations between the U.S. and China and pulling the U.S. out of the Vietnam War. To many more, and many still who cannot… Read more »

Energy and Commerce moves two nuclear bills to House floor     The House Energy and Commerce Committee on Tuesday advanced industry-backed legislation that would overhaul licensing for advanced nuclear technologies and develop domestic sources of uranium. Why it matters: The markup is a real step toward a negotiation between the House and Senate on making changes to… Read more »

Rep. Lori Trahan takes place in key Democratic Caucus position ahead of 2024 election Massachusetts Congresswoman Lori Trahan just took a step up into a prime position as co-chair of the Democratic Policy and Communication Commission, the main messaging arm of the Democratic House Caucus. What message does she want voters to hear ahead of the 2024 election year? Rep. Trahan… Read more »

 Groton hosts regional tourism conference GROTON — A packed audience from throughout the region attended a conference at the Groton Inn Nov. 1 that focused on positioning the Greater North Central Massachusetts and Nashoba Valley region for increased tourism. The conference featured a lineup of top state and local leaders, business leaders, the CEO of Groton Hill Music Center,… Read more »

National Grid Awarded $50 Million Federal Infrastructure Grant To Integrate More Clean Energy on the Grid WALTHAM, Mass., and BROOKLYN, N.Y., /3BL/ - National Grid has been awarded a $50 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for a project that will deploy digital technology to optimize the use of distributed energy resources (DERs) to improve electric system… Read more »

Infrastructure law pumps billions into fixing Mass. roads, bridges By Monica Sager The city of Lowell has more than 100 bridges, carrying tens of thousands of vehicles a day over historic canals and the mighty Merrimack River that once fueled its industrial-era factories and textile mills. But city officials and residents have long complained that the aging steel and concrete… Read more »

Lori Trahan, Dracut leaders highlight $5.2M in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for Nashua Road DRACUT — U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan was joined by state Rep. Colleen Garry, Town Manager Ann Vandal and other Dracut officials Friday to highlight over $5.2 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding the town received to repair and rebuild Nashua Road. “The Bipartisan Infrastructure… Read more »

Electric vehicle battery manufacturer comes to Methuen By Monica Sager METHUEN — The city’s newest business is fighting for cleaner energy and a reduction in carbon emissions through its one-of-a-kind battery for vehicles. A ceremonial ribbon was cut Monday at the Factorial Inc. facility at 501 Griffin Brook Drive. It also marked the company’s 10th anniversary. Gov. Maura Healey… Read more »

Keller @ Large: Rep. Lori Trahan "not optimistic" House speaker will be named any time soon BOSTON – Massachusetts Congresswoman Lori Trahan said she is "not optimistic" that Republicans' search for a new House speaker will come to a conclusion in a timely fashion. Kevin McCarthy was ousted from his role as speaker in a historic vote, and his replacement has not yet been… Read more »