LTC’s Open House and Party on January 25 was a celebration of a new year of community media in Lowell. Eighty people attended the event, including long-time producers and potential new members. Lots of program ideas were discussed and productions planned. Live music by the Boston band, The Cat-Lit Jazz Ensemble created a mellow mood.
Matt Nelson appointed Director of Municipal Programming
We are pleased to announce that current Municipal Producer Matt Nelson will move up to the position of Director of Municipal Programming. He will work with meeting producers Jose Negron and Pam DeBarros to cover the City Hall meetings and other community events, and produce municipal programs.
FCC Rules Threaten All PEG Channels
The current Federal Communications Commission is proposing new rules that would negate the intent of the Cable Communications Act of 1984 around cable franchise fees. The intent of the Act was to provide PEG access channels for public use with funding from the cable TV providers. The new rules proposed by the FCC would allow…
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LTC Annual Meeting and Award Ceremony
Thursday, November 15, 2018, in the LTC Gallery. All LTC members and friends were invited to the Annual Meeting that included a delicious pot luck dinner, reports from the Director and Board, a Raffle, and the highlight of the evening, the 2018 LTC Member Awards. The 2018 Award winners were: Lifetime Achievement: Nancy Pena, Colores Latinos…
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Underwriting LTC Programming
Visiting Angels, a senior non-medical home healthcare provider, is partnering with LTC to recruit caregivers while supporting LTC programming. As a Programming Underwriter, Visiting Angels gains visibility on all three LTC channels. LTC uses its underwriting income to keep expanding its media services to Lowell. Along with its excellent elderly care, Visiting Angels eliminates the stress…
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Artist Reception, September 6, First Thursday
The LTC Gallery’s newest art exhibit, “All Around Us”-The Art of Diana Caron, is now up. After she retired, Diana was able to pursue her lifelong passion for art. Mentored by a local artist, she began seeing the world around her with “new eyes.” Her award-winning photorealistic work reflects that vision and is just beautiful!…
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Dinner in the Park with LTC
What a beautiful night it was! 80 supporters of LTC enjoyed a delicious dinner in Kerouac Park in Downtown Lowell! Dinner in the Park with LTC featured dinner courses from some of Lowell’s tastiest restaurants including Warp and Weft, Koshari Mama, Purple Carrot Bread Company, Sizzling Kitchen, Lowell Burger Company and Sub Zero Ice Cream….
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Election Listening Session to Meet at LTC
On July 18, the City Council’s Ad Hoc Election Law subcommittee, chaired by Councilor Vesna Nuon, will hold its public hearing here at LTC at 6:30 PM. The session is sponsored by UTEC and the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood Association. All are welcome to provide input on this vitally important topic. The subcommittee has been meeting…
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Help LTC Cover the Lowell Folk Festival
LTC will again be providing live coverage of the Lowell Folk Festival on Saturday, July 28, and Sunday, July 29. We can’t do it without the help of our dedicated volunteers. Sign up here to let us know your availability. The Market Street Stage needs camera people and directors. In the studio, you can help with camera, audio, or…
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LTC Night at the 8/7 Spinners Game
Join us for LTC Night at the Spinners baseball game on August 7. The game starts at 6:30pm with the Lowell Spinners taking on the Vermont Lake Monsters. LTC will be featured on the video boards and will have a table with informational materials. The evening is also Sandlot Night, with a personal appearance by…
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