Friday, May 9th, 2025
Good morning, Lowell. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Daily Pulse explained how Midwestern-born country star Zach Bryan became the angel investor who helped turn the Jack Kerouac Center dream into reality—local organizers described the steps they took to make the center happen. Inside Lowell
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Middlesex Community College named Lowell Police Department Captain Marisol Nobrega its 2025 Distinguished Alum and she will speak at the commencement on May 22—she credits MCC for helping her overcome challenges as a first-generation student and become a leader in law enforcement. Inside Lowell
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In April, Lowell youth baseball teams played over 70 games with strong starts across many divisions—Brock Upton of the 9U Black team hit .452 with 2 HR and 18 RBI. The recap noted that upcoming seasons for the 16U and 17U teams will begin in June. Inside Lowell
- ➤ The Massachusetts Pirates will travel to the Tucson Convention Center on Saturday night at 9:05 p.m. Eastern to face the Sugar Skulls, with both teams holding 2-3 records and Tom Menas making his debut as Head Coach (the Pirates are 1-0 all-time against the Sugar Skulls). Inside Lowell
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Artist Reception: One and One make One
3-5 p.m. — Arts League of Lowell — Free entry — Celebrate the collaborative exhibit by Margarida Correia and Coleman Rogers in a welcoming gallery atmosphere.
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LOWELL: Free HIV and STI Health Clinic
4-6 p.m. — Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers | Lowell — Free entry — Offering free, quick, and confidential HIV and STI testing for the community.
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Dizasterpiece
7-10 p.m. — Taffeta Music Hall — Cost not specified — Experience the energetic live performance of A Skylit Drive blending screamo with pop influences.
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Massachusetts Pirates vs. Jacksonville Sharks
7-10 p.m. — Tsongas Center — Tickets Required — Enjoy an exciting night of Mass Pirates Football while honoring military personnel and first responders.
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June Open Studios & Outdoor Market
8 AM – 1 PM — Western Avenue | Studios & Lofts — Free entry — Explore vibrant art studios, enjoy the outdoor market, and catch live performances this summer.
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