Politics
Lowell City Council proposes to consolidate School Committee functions
School Committee members push back against draft home rule petition that would transfer financial, personnel, and maintenance duties to city administration.
Howard wins state Senate primary race over Elliott
Unofficial results show Howard defeating Elliott in 1st Middlesex District Democratic primary
Voters decide between Rodney Elliott, Vanna Howard for special state Senate election primary
Lowell-area voters choose Democratic nominee to fill vacant state Senate seat
Crime
Retrial in Phan Murder Case Delayed Over Investigator's Alleged Drunk Driving Crash
Defense questions when prosecutors knew about State Police sergeant's blood alcohol level in fatal accident
Bombshell disclosures on State Police sergeant upend Phan murder retrial
Judge halts jury selection after revelations about sergeant's involvement in fatal 2023 crash
Former Lowell Cop Accused of Using Police Records to Solicit Dates
Two more women come forward with claims of unwanted texts from ex-officer Dylan DaSilva
Sports
Westford Girls Finish 7th at State Nordic Ski Championship
Led by Sophia Huesgen, the Westford Academy girls ski team placed 7th at the MIAA Nordic State Championships.
Dracut/Tyngsboro hockey team draws with Bedford
Charlie Wilkie scores twice to help Dracut/Tyngsboro rally for a 2-2 tie against Bedford at Tsongas Center.
Greater Lowell Tech Students Tour Gillette Stadium
Marketing students get real-world experience presenting to Kraft team.
