Nicole DeFeudis
The Lowell Sun
Lowell, MA, United States
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Getting tested for COVID-19? Here’s what it’s like – Lowell Sun
LOWELL — I stand in line, ready to shove a Q-tip up my nose. My feet are planted on a black mat that reads, “Thank you for practicing social distancing.” The rumble of idling cars perme… → Read More
Two Lowell men face bail for drug, gun charges after traffic stop
LOWELL — Two Lowell men who were pulled over for a missing front license plate and tinted windows were ordered held on bail on drug and gun charges in Lowell District Court late last week. During a… → Read More
Pelham Old Home Day celebrations limited amid pandemic
PELHAM, N.H. — Like many events this year, the 114th annual Pelham Old Home Day will look a bit different. Celebrations on Sept. 19 will be limited to two traditional events — the quilt raffle and … → Read More
Police respond to false report of stabbing
LOWELL — Lowell police officers responding to a reported stabbing found the alleged victim intoxicated, but unharmed, Capt. James Hodgdon said. Police arrived at 200 Mass Mills Drive at about 7:45 … → Read More
‘I want her to enjoy life’: Lowell woman to donate kidney to sister – Lowell Sun
TYNGSBORO — It was July of 2003 when Karina Fuentes began swelling up. Must be the heat, she initially thought. Her mother urged her to check with a doctor. A diagnosis confirmed the worst: Fuentes… → Read More
Morning commuters: Expect Route 2 lane closures
LOWELL – If you commute on Route 2, expect lane closures between exits 56 and 60 in Arlington and Lexington beginning Monday. The closures will take place on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. fo… → Read More
UMass Lowell campus to reopen this fall: Here’s what you should know – Lowell Sun
LOWELL — Classes will resume onsite at the University of Massachusetts Lowell this fall — but at reduced capacity and with major changes. About a quarter of all classes will occur fully in-person, … → Read More
Supporting the ‘most vulnerable’: Nonprofits hit hard by pandemic – Lowell Sun
Purchasing food was a rare occasion for the Merrimack Valley Food Bank. That is, until the pandemic struck. Typically, local donations and supplies from the Massachusetts Emergency Food Assistance … → Read More
‘A big heart’: Pastor of 24 years retires from Chelmsford Congregational Church – Lowell Sun
CHELMSFORD — After officiating 105 weddings, 375 funerals, and 131 baptisms and dedications at the Congregational Church, Pastor Steve Burkett will make one big move to Rockland, Maine. Sunday will… → Read More
‘All about adaptability’: Local restaurants reflect on first week of outdoor seating – Lowell Sun
Local restaurant owner Scott Plath likened the COVID-19 pandemic to a drawn-out battle. This week, the fight to stay open moved to the patio. “‘Disinfect, disinfect disinfect,’ ha… → Read More
Westford diner donates to seniors while Meals on Wheels suspended
WESTFORD — Seven masked Medical Reserve Corps volunteers shuffled into Paul’s Diner on a sunny Wednesday afternoon. Minutes later, they emerged with insulated bags stuffed with chicken brocc… → Read More
Lowell police officer charged with assault of child
PEPPERELL — A Lowell police officer charged with assault and battery of a child was released from Ayer District Court on personal recognizance on May 29. George Asamoah was arrested at a Pepperell … → Read More
Commuter rail service to increase this month
LOWELL — As part of Phase 2 of the state’s reopening plan, commuter rail will increase service beginning June 22. Trains currently leave the Charles A. Gallagher Transit Terminal roughly ever… → Read More
Dracut Housing Authority board member dies in possible drowning
DRACUT — Longtime Dracut Housing Authority board member and pharmacy owner Bob Audet died Sunday at 86 years old. Dracut Police, Firefighters and Trinity EMS responded to a Flowers Lane residence a… → Read More
Social distancing complaints lead to closure of two Chelmsford beaches
CHELMSFORD — A lack of proper physical distancing has led the Chelmsford Board of Health to close Heart Pond Beach and Varney Playground, according to Town Manager Paul Cohen. Construction fencing … → Read More
Local Dunkin’ franchise continues to offer ‘a little bit of normalcy’
LOWELL — A line of cars idling at the Dunkin’ drive-thru nearly spills onto Pawtucket Boulevard. Inside, a masked cashier takes to-go orders from behind a sheet of plexiglass. The coffee shop… → Read More
Sterling man arrested in Tewksbury drug bust
TEWKSBURY — A 35-year-old Sterling man is being held on $7,500 cash bail after his arrest at the Tewksbury Holiday Inn on multiple charges, including trafficking fentanyl. Officers responded to the… → Read More
Nonlethal casings found after report of gunfire in Lowell
LOWELL — Officers who responded to a report of shots fired on Forest Street Sunday night found non-lethal blank casings, according to Lowell Police Capt. James Hodgdon. Police were dispatched at ab… → Read More
Bull Run changes gears to survive pandemic
SHIRLEY — Mother’s Day is typically the Bull Run Restaurant’s busiest day of the year. But for the first time in 74 years, no families crowded the restaurant’s seven dining rooms … → Read More
‘Simple act of kindness’: Lowell General nurse delivers family photos to patients – Lowell Sun
LOWELL — Brooke Newell wished she could be there to hold her grandmother in Lowell General Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit. But like many hospitals, LGH has restricted visitors to prevent the … → Read More