By: Dr. Rami Rustum – January, 2016 The sacroiliac (SI) joint is a strong weight bearing joint in the pelvis that connects the sacrum and pelvis. There are two joints, one on each side of the sacrum. This joint is reinforced by strong surrounding ligaments. Both joints move together as single unit to transmit upper […]
By: Robin Desmet – January, 2017 Every mile is two in winter” ~ George Herbert Winter is hard. It’s hard for people and it’s even harder for cats—especially for the feral cats that spend their entire lives outdoors. If you have a pet cat that goes outside, please be aware that winter is a dangerous […]
Inspired by Methuen Family Battling PH, Legislation Will Improve Services, Awareness (BOSTON) – Growing up, Methuen resident Ernesto Bencosme had always lived a healthy lifestyle and been athletic. Something would consistently, however, hold him back. Doctors told Bencosme he simply had bad asthma but, in reality, his heart was overcompensating his entire life and increasing […]
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By: Kathy Runge – Dec. 2016 The election is finally over, but it just won’t go away. Donald Trump is our president-elect and the crybabies won’t stop whining. When it was speculated that Trump could win the popular vote and lose the Electoral College there were no complaints from the Hillary supporters, but now they’re […]
By: Dr. Rami Rustum – Dec. 2016 There are numerous facet joints in the body; they are the small joints behind and between each of the vertebrae in the spine, allowing you to bend forward and backward but controlling twisting motion of the spine. Everyday wear and tear, arthritis, or a single injury can damage […]
By: Robin Desmet – Dec. 2016 What greater gift than the love of a cat…….Charles Dickens December—-a time to share the joys of the season with family and friends. But in addition to the fun, the holidays can be a dangerous time for our furry friends. A little caution and awareness this time of year […]
HEROES AND BOZOS OF 2016 HERO CHARLIE BAKER – One of the most important things that happened in Massachusetts this year was the passage of a new public records law that actually holds public officials accountable for concealing public documents. When Charlie Baker was running for the governor he said on my radio show that […]
By: John MacDonald – Dec. 2016 As the rumor mill usually does in Lowell, it has worked overtime, through the magic of social media and not to be left out of a national discussion, the topic of being a “Sanctuary City” has reared its ugly head. As one might surmise from my series of articles […]
Dec. 19, 2106|10PM Former Lawrence City Councilor Sandy Almonte has been arrested again, this time in Lawrence after police learned she had a warrant for her arrest out of North Andover for driving without insurance. The former District “A” (Prospect Hill) councilor resigned back in August of this year after being arrested in Nashua, NH, […]
DEC. 20, 2016| 8:30pm The Lawrence City Council approved the use of NARCAN Tuesday night, allowing Lawrence Police to carry the medication that literally revives people who die from heroin overdoses if they are caught in time. The measure passed unanimously. Vice Chairman of the Lawrence City Council Marc Laplante said that his first inclination […]
Sources in the Lawrence Mayor’s office say that controversial Lawrence Police Officer William Green was not denied his resignation from the department by the mayor as has been claimed. Sources tell the Valley Patriot that Green called the mayor’s office last week asking for a meeting with the mayor to resign and was told […]
June Sauvageau, Chief Executive Officer of the Northeast Independent Living Program (NILP) of Lawrence, James Lyons, of North Andover, Community Development Director at the NILP for the past 35 years, and local Leader, Richard Consoli (ESQ.) dedicated member of the NILP Board of Directors. Mr. Consoli has adroitly served as an active Board member of […]
UPDATE: 3PM-12-2-16 The District Attorney released the name of the decapitated victim as Viloria Paulino the 16 year old who has been missing since Friday. VIDEO OF PRESS CONFERENCE (12-2-16|12PM) Lawrence Police Chief Fitzpatrick and Mayor Dan Rivera held a press conference today regarding the brutal beheading of a man in his late teens, early […]
By: Robin Desmet – Nov. 2016 Ever hear the expression “Crazy Cat Man”? No, neither have I. It’s always “Crazy Cat Lady.” But, with animal shelters brimming with cats, it’s time for men to start realizing what women have known all along—cats make great pets! For a man who has never owned a cat, the […]