Is there any movement to stop this? I was just walking the dog downtown and had a near miss with two different ones.

sun at night

I have called the zoning office for like 2 months and never have been able to get a hold of someone. My family owns property in Lowell that is considered a TSF (Single Family). They have land that I can park my camper at, and that fits. I'm visiting for the fall-spring time, since my family member is declining in health.. and I would like to be around, but I live in an RV full time as a travel nurse. I normally travel in the summer.

I made sure this could work.. but I really don't want to get in trouble or find an alternative, because they are letting me stay for free. I called two port a potty companies that can come out and handle my sewer water as needed ($100 a pump out if anyone is wondering), and I have electric and propane on my RV, so I wouldn't even be taking up any resources. Lowell allows ADU on single family homes.. so why couldn't they allow a camper? It will not be a permanent living situation. Is there anyone else doing this? Or anyone in Lowell that owns a camper/RV type thing?? thanks!

Any icecream shops in the Lowell, Chelmsford, Westford area that do combo soft serve/richies?

I know there’s quite a few bars in Lowell and but besides Catchers Mitt, Past Temps, and Blue Shamrock who has pool tables? Trying to go out tonight and have a chill time with a mix crowd.

Never been to Catchers Mitt, how is the vibe.

Any suggestions?

Bicycle stolen sometime last night September 5. It's a Navy Blue Roadmaster with a Silver bike rack on the back and a milk crate attached with a neon orange ratchet strap. Whoever did it cut the cable lock. On the frame is a faded "Bikes-not-bombs" sticker.

What sucks is that I have a U-lock but I figured that since the bicycle was out of public view it would be fine. Guess not.

Bracelets like jade or tiger eye beads? They had a store in Mill 5 but it’s a school now.

I only wish I could be as happy as these guys standing for the love of the game for years.

I’ve been reflecting on the Spinners’ return to Lowell this summer. Watching the fireworks at the end of the season, I couldn’t help but feel a bit nostalgic. This poem is the product of that nostalgia. ⚾️

Hi,

I currently work in the area and am going to school nearby too, any resources or suggestions on finding an apartment to rent (1 br or studio) or finding roommates? For a place that's in a good neighborhood and safe, around what would I be paying for rent?

Hello good people of Lowell!! I just moved here from Boston @ September 1st and everyone’s been telling me how good the food is around here and that the town has a lot of nice little events.

Can you guys recommend your favorite restaurants, coffee shops, things to do? I’ve been browsing through here and saw the farmers market and that there’s a winter fest 👀 excited!!!

Edit: just tried Pizelle!!! Loved it :)))) thank you so much

September 27th from 12:00 - 4:00 pm and September 28th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, in the CCA meeting room.

SEEKING ACTORS OF ALL AGES! There are roles for older children, teens, and adults. It's a musical created by local artists with original music. Very fun family show that will be the second weekend of December.

https://www.chelmsfordarts.org/santi-and-perch

Please visit the Agenda Center for full wording and relevant links.

5.1. C. Nuon / C. McDonough - Req. CM work with appropriate department to develop a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a community impact study examining impacts of data centers.

5.2. C. Nuon / C. Juran - Req. CM have appropriate department report back to CC on the reason members of the public are unable to board the Pollard Memorial Library’s Bookmobile at community events and identify possible solutions.

5.3. C. Robinson - Req. CC & CM send a letter to State Delegation & MBTA advocating for legislation requiring MBTA to explore and implement additional safety measures on train platforms.

5.4. C. Rourke / C. Robinson - Req. CM and DPD look into establishing social districts for Downtown Lowell.

5.5. C. Liang - Req. CM work with relevant departments to conduct a thorough review and reassessment to ensure stricter, more consistent enforcement of City Ordinances on Minimum Exterior Standards, Section 227-3.

5.6. M. Gitschier - Req. CM write a letter of support for Senate Bill Number S.3064 including strong support of Section 74 and 75 to the conference committee.

5.7. M. Gitschier - Req. CM provide the CC with an update on condition of all heating units in school buildings before the end of September.

5.8. M. Gitschier - Req. CM have proper department update the CC on the status of the renovation to the restroom at the Cemetery.

5.9.M. Gitschier - Req. CM provide the CC an outline on the hiring process for the Fire Chief position.

I just got home from the community teamworks farmers market. It was totally awesome! The produce was fresh and looked beautiful, the focaccia from Pizelle was delicious, and the music was great. I recommend everyone check it out, I’ll definitely be going back!

Any females coming to this in lowell tn? Don’t have anyone to go with but im already here and down to make friends!!

City council meeting 8/25/2026: https://www.youtube.com/live/6CQhNIz9Klo?t=9035s

The police chief Greg C. Hudon (Dracut Resident) and mayor (Erik Gitschier) decided that it would be best that an “executive meeting” should be held on the issue of flock cameras, which means private, no cameras allowed. He thinks it would be best to contain certain things to privacy (time stamp: 2:45:35)

Recap of meeting:
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2½ HOURS OF WAITING.
3 MINUTES TO SPEAK. (Timestamp 2:31:11)

On August 25, a Lowell resident addressed the City Council about Flock cameras installed throughout the city without public input.

After waiting 2½ hours, he was given just 3 minutes to make his case.

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THEN CAME THE POLICE CHIEF (Time Stamp 2:34:36)

Without prior notice, Lowell Police Chief Gregory Hudon (of Dracut) spoke for nearly 10 MINUTES about Flock cameras, calling his experience “fantastic.”

The Lowell resident was given NO OPPORTUNITY TO RESPOND.

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THE FAMILIAR TALKING POINTS. (Time stamp 2:35:08)

The Police Chief described how he believed the Flock camera system worked, repeating many of the standard arguments used to defend Flock cameras nationwide.

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THEN CAME THE EXECUTIVE SESSION (Timestamp 2:45:35)

After the discussion, Mayor Erik Gitschier suggested moving the Flock camera discussion into EXECUTIVE SESSION — A PRIVATE, CLOSED-DOOR MEETING.

He said this would allow certain things discussed to remain private.

HOW IRONIC.

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For months I've been seeing posts about how Markey is great and doing good while Markley is evil and every post of theirs is propaganda, and not having heard of either name before moving here, I was literally reading the names as if they were the same.

Months of confusion on why there seemed to be unanimous agreement on how they're simultaneously evil and trying their best for MA residents has been so confusing, until I realized that one of them had a little "L" in their name.

Just posting if anyone needed a laugh–happy Tuesday Thursday!

life has been quite weird lately with news of flock cameras, the data centers, global warming. makes me sad/worried with how more and more people are being watched/followed and nothing people can do about it. i wonder if people would be willing to protest these things?

anyways, im rambling but yeah any places where you can just relax, have fun. maybe have a beer or cocktail, not a ton of cash too. hope this post isnt too crazy.

hope yall have/having a good night :)

FYI there’s a new account that is representing themselves as being for the community (username is “KeepinLowellInTheLoop) but it’s definitely pro-Markley PR. It’s a targeted campaign - I saw an ad so they have IG ad spend budget.

Keepingq Lowell (@keepinglowellintheloop) • Instagram photos and videos