LOWELL — The special election for the state Senate seat previously held by the late Ed Kennedy officially has a contested Democratic primary after state Rep. Vanna Howard announced her intention to run.
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Special election dates set for 1st Middlesex Senate District
LOWELL — The state Senate voted Monday to set a special election for the 1st Middlesex Senate District seat previously held by the late state Sen. Ed Kennedy for March 3, with primary elections one month earlier on Feb. 3.
State Sen. Edward Kennedy dies at 74
LOWELL — Remembrances poured in throughout Thursday after state Sen. Edward Kennedy, who spent a lifetime serving Greater Lowell as an elected official, died Wednesday night at Lowell General Hospital at the age of 74.
Massachusetts girls flag football soars to new heights
BOSTON — What started as a small initiative by the New England Patriots has quickly turned into a statewide phenomenon.
Veterans honored in first-ever State House ceremony
LOWELL — More than 125 individuals were recognized and presented with an official citation from Gov. Maura Healey and a challenge coin in appreciation for their service during Military Appreciation Day at the State House May 22, 2025.
Legislature passes long-term care reform bill
BOSTON — The state Legislature passed a comprehensive bill during an informal session this week to address a widespread crisis of staffing shortages and quality of care at long-term care facilities in Massachusetts.
