Stephen Malagodi News Today

The bass trombonist and tuba player from Boston has released "Sweet Cane," his first album as a solo bandleader, which he'll celebrate with shows in Dorchester and Lowell.

LOWELL — City councilors unanimously voted Tuesday to move toward a fossil-free future by approving Councilor Wayne Jenness’ motion requesting City Manager Tom Golden send a letter to the state delegation and the Massachusetts School Building Authority urging an update to all funding programs to include and prioritize non-fossil fuel options.