3+ hour, 30+ min ago   (641+ words) LOWELL — Jeff Markley has been building data centers since 1991. Some 35 years later, he still is, but is concerned that opposition to the technology is challenging the commonwealth’s ability to remain competitive and relevant into the 21st century. “If Massachusetts wants to…...

1+ day, 16+ hour ago   (533+ words) From using artificial intelligence to reduce the state’s notorious traffic to canceling the midcentury net-zero emissions commitment and temporarily suspending the state gas tax when pump prices climb, Mike Minogue began Thursday to detail his “Blueprint for a Better Future....

1+ day, 13+ hour ago   (349+ words) LEOMINSTER — An evening of Broadway music, local talent and inspiring voices will take center stage at Leominster City Hall later this month. City on a Hill Arts will present “Make Them Hear You,” a musical revue featuring a variety of…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago   (221+ words) LANCASTER — The changing of the seasons will bring a celebration of local creativity, vintage finds and community fun to Lancaster this month when the Fall pro.found Market returns to the Lancaster Fairgrounds. The two-day event is scheduled for Saturday,…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago   (529+ words) FITCHBURG — Pride echoed through Weston Auditorium at Fitchburg State University on Wednesday, where the university celebrated its newest police academy graduates, all of whom are already headed to municipal police departments across Massachusetts. The 9th Recruit Officer Course members proudly completed…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago   (320+ words) FITCHBURG — The Finnish Center at Saima Park will host its annual Nordic Marketplace, or “Tori,” and Car Cruise from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20, at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road. The popular event offers visitors a chance to shop…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (336+ words) PICK OF THE WEEK PUBLIC Channel: Comcast 8/Verizon 35 Monday, 7 p.m., Chess Chat Tuesday, 6 p.m., Jazz Chat Thursday, 5 p.m., Nuestra Promesa Latina Friday, 11 p.m., Andy’s Little Sci-Fi Horror Show Saturday, 3 p.m., Faith for Today GOVERNMENT Channel: Comcast 9/Verizon 36 Monday, 5:15 p.m., Joint Convention City Council & School…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (275+ words) DEAR PET TALK: A skunk has taken up residence on my enclosed porch, and I didn’t advertise for a roommate — help! I love wildlife, but not so close. — Animal Lover At A Distance DEAR ANIMAL LOVER AT A DISTANCE: Ouch!...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (162+ words) Darla is a little rascal — a large mixed-breed (38 pounds) who definitely has some bully in her. She arrived at Lowell Humane Society with her sister, Ruby, who has since been adopted. She is a sweet and smart dog, and since…...

1+ day, 19+ hour ago   (743+ words) While the rest of the country experienced a modest economic expansion, the Massachusetts labor market has begun to signal a troubling divergence. According to the latest data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the United States saw its overall…...