Discovering Methuen

10/15/2024

It’s getting cold out there and its time to have your lawn irrigation ssystem winterized. Give us a call to schedule a system blow out to remove any water in the system before it freezes.

https://harrisirrigationservices.com/lawn-irrigation-winterization/

06/20/2024

With the summer heat upon us your grass suffers from the lack of water and the relentless rays of the snu. Harris Irrigation Services installs and maintains lawn irrigation services to maximize lawn irrigation systems to effeciently water lawns as needed. Contact us today for a free estimate.
https://harrisirrigationservices.com/

05/05/2024

If you’re a Boston Red Sox fan, espcually from yesteryear a must read is the book written by Bruce Fitzgerald on Tony Conigliaro. I had the priviledge in designing the the cover with friend Doug Seed. A great read, a great story.

https://www.amazon.com/Tony-Conigliaro-Story-Bruce-Fitzpatrick-ebook/dp/B00MBJAZ6M

02/28/2024

Spring is around the corner. Get a jump on a green lawn with a lawn irrigation system. Free estimates.

09/06/2022

City of Methuen to add fees for the disposal of Bulk Trash Items

09/02/2022

August 31st marks National Overdose Awareness Day when we honor and remember those who have lost their lives to the drug overdose epidemic. Last year, the United States saw yet another record year of overdose deaths with more than 107,000 lives lost. The synthetic opioid fentanyl was the primary driver behind 88% of all opioid overdose deaths.

In 2022 in Massachusetts, more than 2,290 lives were tragically lost to opioid-related overdose, with 93% of overdose deaths related to fentanyl. (MA.Gov) Since January 2022, Methuen has had 27 individuals overdose with 11 resulting in death. These numbers represent those we responded to, not to mention the overdoses unaccounted for whereas a family member and/or loved one has administered Narcan.

Community members joined C.A.R.E.S. Initiative and Chief Scott J. McNamara in placing over 2,290 “purple” flags outside the police station to acknowledge those lives lost. These individuals are someone’s grandmother, grandfather, mother, father, brother, sister, and friend. These numbers are the “WHY” we do what we do to help those struggling with addiction in HOPES to lower the numbers of individuals dying and show them Recovery Is Possible. Contact the Methuen CARES program at 978-701-7709.

09/01/2022

MHS ALUM COMPETING FOR MISS USA! Persistence – in life & pageants – is paying off for Miss Massachusetts Skarlet Ramirez. She was a 13-year-old freshman at Methuen High (Class of 2012) who had earned straight A's in the Dominican Republic but spoke no English. Encouraged by her dad, she worked hard & excelled! Skarlet, 27, will represent the Bay State (she won Miss Mass on her third attempt) at the Miss USA competition Oct. 3 in Reno, Nev., and tells MethuenLife, "I'm not nervous. I'm ready!" READ MORE ABOUT SKARLET & HER PATH TO THE MISS USA STAGE in our September issue ... NOW ON THE STREETS! (Courtesy photo)

09/01/2022

City of Methuen Rolls Out New Recycling & Trash Carts
https://www.cityofmethuen.net/mayors-office/news/august-31-2022-city-of-methuen-rolls-out-new-recycling-trash-carts?fbclid=IwAR13h4oQdbj-0TDbDr1UwmsvvDaOYZ3-B8wtLTWQE40tVKGVHZf-m6AeoEM

The City of Methuen will be delivering new recycling and trash carts for residents in September as the City gears up for

08/29/2022

REMINDER: FIRE FLOW TESTING AUGUST 30 & 31. CLICK THE ACCOMPANYING PHOTO FOR DETAILS.

08/25/2022

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08/19/2022

On Tuesday morning, Officers Robert Gordon and Steven Dileo stopped by the Methuen Senior Center to introduce themselves to the residents participating in activities at the center. They also delivered some fresh coffee and donuts for everyone to enjoy.

Great job Officers Gordon and Dileo!

08/15/2022

The Methuen Police Department and other local agencies continue to have problems with the operation of reckless motorcycles, many times in large groups. These groups have been causing a public nuisance and danger to the motoring public for a few years. These groups are known for not stopping for the police and will perform dangerous maneuvers including weaving in and out of traffic and running traffic lights in order to evade capture from the police.

On Friday evening, Sgt. David Souther observed a large group of motorcycles and dirt bikes traveling Lawrence Street towards Broadway operating in an extremely reckless manner by passing cars while riding on the wrong side of the road and "riding wheelies." Sgt Souther activated his emergency lights and siren and attempted to stop the motorcycles. The motorcycles refused to stop so Sgt. Souther immediately turned off his lights and siren and did not pursue. Sgt. Souther followed the group at a distance on Broadway St. while following all traffic regulations.

Sgt. Souther relates that at the intersection of Broadway and Center Street the group again ran a light. Sgt Souther observed that one of the motorcycles stalled while at this intersection. The operator (later identified as Ms. Limarie Brito, of Lawrence frantically attempted to restart the motorcycle. He again activated his lights and exited his cruiser. Officer Kevin Abraham arrived on scene and placed her under arrest. Ms. Brito was charged with operating to endanger, failure to stop for a police officer, marked lanes violation and failure to stop for a red light.

Our department will continue to aggressively pursue groups of motorcycles that operate in a reckless manner or do not follow the rules of the road.

Great job Sgt. Souther and Officer Abraham!