City of Lowell, MA - Government

06/19/2026

Small Business Spotlight: Taffeta Music Hall🎶
Taffeta Music Hall is an intimate independent music venue located in Western Avenue Studios. from punk shows to open mic nights, everyone can find entertainment at Taffeta.
In 2023, Taffeta Music Hall was a recipient of the ARPA Economic Resilience Grant. These funds supported the installation of enhanced safety systems.

📍See a show at 122 Western Avenue 🎤

Looking for more information on small business resources in Lowell? Reach out to City of Lowell Economic Development Office at [email protected]!

Ranked #1 in Massachusetts and #3 in the Northeast among best places to live by and #2 best city in the U.S. for small businesses by B2B Reviews, Lowell is proud to be the City of Opportunity.

06/18/2026

➡️ Solid Waste & Recycling Office Hours Update

Due to temporary staffing shortages, the Solid Waste & Recycling Office will operate with adjusted public hours through August. The office will be open Monday through Friday from 10:00AM - 4:00PM.

Residents may continue to call the office - (978) 674-4309 - and leave a message, or visit Lowell311 - https://lowellma.gov/1977/Lowell-311 - for assistance. Staff will be conducting field inspections and repair work during morning hours.

♻️ This change also impacts the Recycling Compactor schedule. The compactor will remain open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, but extended Tuesday evening hours will be suspended through August.

06/18/2026

Lowell City Hall and all offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.
There will be no delay in trash and recycling pickup.

06/17/2026

⚠️Traffic Advisory: Bicentennial Stage on Palmer Street

Palmer St, from Middle St to Merrimack St, will be closed to traffic on Saturday, June 20, from 10:00AM - 6:00PM.

The closure will allow for the Bicentennial Stage on Palmer Street, featuring Bearly Dead. At 3:00PM, stop by Palmer Street to hear live music in honor of Lowell's Bicentennial year.

06/17/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Distinguished Young Professionals recognized by the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce!

We are especially proud to celebrate City of Lowell Assistant to the Mayor, Erastus Mwangi, on his well-deserved recognition.

Since joining the Mayor's Office in 2022, Erastus has served under three different mayors, demonstrating exceptional professionalism, adaptability, and dedication to public service. As the first African to serve as Assistant to the Mayor in Lowell, he has worked tirelessly to connect residents with City services, strengthen community partnerships, and help advance important initiatives that help make Lowell a more accessible and inclusive city.

Please join us in congratulating Erastus and all of this year's Distinguished Young Professionals on their achievements and contributions to our community!

Interested in learning more about the other 2026 honorees? Visit the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce to view their honoree spotlights.

06/16/2026

The Concord River Wall project in front of the Lowell Memorial Auditorium is now complete! 🎉

The project included repairs to the existing river wall, replacement of the railing, installation of new sidewalks, restoration of the grassed area, and upgraded site lighting.

These improvements enhance safety, accessibility, and the appearance of this important corridor while preserving a key piece of Lowell's infrastructure for years to come.

06/16/2026

📢 Roadwork Advisory: Plain St & Quebec St

Roadway milling and paving operations on the following streets is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, to Friday, June 19, between the hours of 7:00AM and 5:00PM.

• Plain St
• Quebec St

As a reminder, vehicles cannot be parked in the street during work hours. Temporary No Parking signs have been posted in advance of the work.

Residents should expect to see and hear construction equipment, backup alarms, trucks, and material deliveries during the scheduled work periods. Every effort will be made to minimize inconvenience and maintain access wherever possible.

Lawrence-Lynch Corp is performing roadway milling and paving operations as part of the NEUCO Road Repairs. Contact Lawrence-Lynch Corp. with any questions or concerns:
O: (508) 548-1800
M: (774) 238-1927

06/15/2026

Lowell's economic development story is in the spotlight.

The Boston Business Journal recently featured the City's approach to growth, highlighting how Lowell is leveraging public and private investment, strategic partnerships, and redevelopment opportunities to create jobs, support businesses, and strengthen neighborhoods.

From transformative projects to small business support, the article explores how Lowell is using every tool available to build on its momentum as the City of Opportunity.

🔗 Read the full story: https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2026/06/11/lowell-economic-development-every-tool.html

06/15/2026