By: Paul Murano ~ 09-24 The latest 2024 Olympic controversy is emblematic of a much deeper problem in our society. Algerian boxer Imane Khelif is reportedly a chromosomal man who was raised female due to an underdeveloped reproductive system. After beating up an Italian woman in the boxing ring with two punches, his name went […]
By Ted Xenakis – 8-24 For those old enough to remember, the White House of John and Jackie Kennedy was likened to Camelot, that mythical castle and court associated with King Arthur. It was a time of new beginnings and possibilities for America, to be led by the young President from Massachusetts and his […]
8-24 Kane had the pleasure of meeting Kim Hebert and her celebrity Honor Bear today. Kane often sees Kim and the Honor Bear at several veteran events he attends. In fact, the Honor Bear is cool enough to ride on a motorcycle. The Honor Bear is quite sacred and too important for Kane to touch […]
By Katie Cook – 8-24 Catie’s Closet is a tribute to the life of Catie Bisson, a passionate young lady who loved life, her family and education. As a teenager, her time spent in the hospital helped her to understand barriers that might keep kids away from school. Catie felt strongly that education should not […]
By: State Rep. Estela Reyes – 8-24 It is officially summer for the Massachusetts Legislature. Session came to a close on the morning of August 1st after all-night debates among the House Representatives and Senate. I am proud of the progress made this session by my colleagues, my delegation team, and myself as a first-term […]
By: Ken Williette – 8-24 It is impossible to capture the epic failure of the Biden Administration into one defining moment for future generations to study. They could cringe at arguably the worst debate performance in American history. We could have students endure Secret Service Director Cheatle’s infuriating testimony before Congress, after the near assassination […]
Hello Valley Patriot readers, July was a busy month for the Office of the State Auditor! We have released five audits as we continue to inform taxpayers like yourself on how our dollars are being spent. Among the reports released was an audit of Commonwealth Corporation, also known as CommCorp. CommCorp is a workforce development […]
Congratulations are in order at Dracut Town Hall. After a 40-year career in municipal finance and government, Dracut Town Manager Ann Vandal is retiring this month. It’s the perfect time to reflect on the remarkable impact she’s made in Dracut over the years, her exceptional municipal finance skills, and her exemplary tenure as town manager. […]
By: State Rep. Ryan Hamilton – 9-24 Serving as State Representative for the 15th Essex District continues to be an immense honor, and I am proud to highlight a series of legislative accomplishments from the 2024 session. These accomplishments include improvements and commitments to education, healthcare, housing, veterans’ support, local governance, and sustainable infrastructure. Education […]
By: Former State Rep. Lenny Mirra – 09/24 Let the fear mongering begin. With Joe Biden’s debate debacle firmly in the rearview mirror, and presidential candidates pretty much set, both parties are now embarking on smear campaigns they hope will scare voters away from voting for the opposition. For Democrats it’s doomsday predictions about how […]
By: Kevin Dube – Aug. 2024 For many years now Democrats have claimed the only way to “protect our democracy” is to stop President Trump at all costs. They have compared President Trump repeatedly to Hitler and have assured us that another Trump presidency will result in the end of democracy both here and globally. […]
VALLEY PATRIOT LEGAL NOTES During the last four months it is no secret that Valley Patriot publisher Tom Duggan has been under attack by a Lawrence public employee and her convicted felon husband “Debo Brown” in a desperate attempt to stop us from writing news stories about them. First, the Lawrence Homeless Coordinator filed a […]
Cops Testify Frazier Claimed She Owned St. Andrews Church August, 2024 A six-member jury has exonerated Valley Patriot publisher Tom Duggan last month at Lawrence District Court on charges he violated a temporary harassment order out of Salem, New Hampshire. The harassment order was taken out by Lawrence’s homeless coordinator Kelly Birchall Frazier who admitted […]
By: State Rep. Francisco Paulino – 7/24 As I reflect on the power of community and the impact we can have on each other’s lives, I am reminded that investing in our youth is one of the most critical investments we can make. By providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed, […]
By: Brian Genest ~ July, 2024 It didn’t take long for Selectman Josh Taylor to show his true colors. As a candidate, Josh Taylor claimed he’d be “independent.” As a selectman, he’s already proven to be anything but. Josh Taylor has quickly aligned himself with the most negative and nasty voices in our community. That […]