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🌱 What investigators say led Lowell police to the alleged hit-and-run driver

Lowell, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • What investigators say led Lowell police to the alleged hit-and-run driver
  • How much more Lowell residents will now pay for vital records
  • Why Lowell residents are taking MassDEP to court over a data center

Also on today's calendar: Hosta and Perennial Sale, Lyman Estate Greenhouse May 30 & 31 and June 6, 2026 and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: If you have 13 apples in one hand and 10 oranges in the other, what do you have ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Breezy and colder with rain, with a high of 51 and low of 38 degrees.
  • Sunday: An afternoon shower or two, temps: high: 70, low: 50.
  • Monday: A couple of showers, with a high of 61 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 29-year-old woman killed in Lowell hit-and-run; driver charged (nbcboston.com) — A 29-year-old woman died after a hit-and-run on Pawtucket Boulevard in Lowell over Memorial Day weekend, and a local man has been charged with leaving the scene. Police say surveillance and license-plate cameras led them to the suspect, who turned himself in and is now free on bail with GPS monitoring while the investigation continues.
   

2. Fees rise on birth, marriage and death records in Lowell (lowellsun.com) — If you need a birth, marriage, or death certificate in Lowell, expect to pay significantly higher fees after the City Council’s recent vote. The City Clerk’s Office has raised prices on vital records, licenses, and some permits to cover rising costs, on top of proposed hikes to property taxes, water, sewer, and trash fees. Council budget talks continue June 2 at City Hall.
   

3. Climate Litigation Updates (May 29, 2026) (columbia.edu) — Residents of Lowell are suing the state’s environmental agency, arguing its approval of an air-quality plan for a new data center and related diesel generation violates Massachusetts pollution, environmental justice, and climate laws. Their case appears in a broad national and international roundup of recent climate lawsuits, highlighting how local residents are using the courts to challenge projects they believe threaten health and environmental protections.
   

4. Hong Testifies in Support of Senate Bill to Improve Micromobility Safety (insidelowell.com) — State lawmakers are considering a micromobility safety bill that could affect how Lowell residents use e-bikes and scooters, with a focus on clearer rules and safer streets. Rep. Tara Hong cited Lowell as a community where many people rely on affordable micromobility and urged residents to submit written testimony before July 28, 2026.
   

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Other local events
    Saturday May 30
  • Teeth Of God - Sleep Token Tribute @ Taffeta Music Hall
    Non Profit Alliance of Greater Lowell Taffeta Music Hall
    7:00 pm
  • Teeth of God (Sleep Token Tribute) →
    Taffeta Music Hall, 110 Western Ave, Lowell
    7:30 pm
    • Sunday May 31
  • Downtown Lowell Farmers Market →
    Lowell Farmers' Market, 350A Dutton St, Lowell
    11:00 am
    • Tuesday June 2
  • School Site Council Meeting
    Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell, MA 01852
    5:30 pm
  • Nights of the ARTS
    Pyne Arts Magnet School Lowell, MA 01852
    6:00 pm
  • Richardson Student Awards Night
    Dracut Public Schools 2063 Lakeview Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826
    6:00 pm
    • Wednesday June 3
  • NPA Monthly Meeting
    Non Profit Alliance of Greater Lowell Community Teamwork 2nd Fl
    8:45 am
  • Class of 2026 Pride Night
    Dracut Public Schools 2063 Lakeview Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826
    6:00 pm

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  • Lowell Public Schools posted a job opening for Junior Building Custodian; School Year 2025-2026 in Lowell. Apply here.
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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Big hands ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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