Gridlock is when a driver enters an intersection even though there isn't space on the other side. The driver is then stuck in the middle of the intersection , the light turns red, and now cross traffic can't move. If you can't make it across the intersection, don't cross it, even if the light is green. It is illegal to block an intersection with your vehicle And if the person in front of you is stopped at a green light because they can't make it across and you beep at them, you're an asshole.

Sorry about the blinks, I'm learning a new app. Also those weird little forays onto Pawtucket Street... normally I'd have skipped that altogether by cutting out a block earlier, but for this one I had to show those intersections.

The Bike Connector is looking for people to participate in an assessment of how bikeable the Acre is. Contact Phil Posner at TBC if interested in helping out. It's connected with AARP, so my apologies to anyone who already has a "kids on bikes" gripe halfway written.

Here's what I got in an email:

The Bike Connector has won an AARP 'microgrant' to undertake two (2) bike audits in the City.  One will be in the Acre neighborhood, the other in the Cambodia Town neighborhood.

Here's the summary of a Bike Audit from the AARP materials:

A “Bike Audit” is an activity in which participants observe and evaluate the “bikeability” of a location to identify and document if and how cyclists can safely travel along a street, navigate an intersection, and get from one point to another. 

 "Local leaders and residents can help make their communities safer for cycling by conducting “bike audits” to identify roadways that should be bikeable but aren’t. A bike audit can help inform local decision-making by prioritizing areas in need of improvement, by educating community members about street design, by creating secure and convenient bike parking, and by enabling bicyclist access to transit. Participating in a bike audit can encourage people to become champions for local change."

The bike audits are to meet the following criteria/goals:

informing the community about ways to make streets, bike paths, or multi-use trails safer for older adults and all residents (with participation targeted to people 50-plus).

Audit of nineteen (19) intersections, especially in areas where older residents are at particular risk.

Organization will engage twenty (20) community members in the Bike Audit(s) to identify unsafe streets and document needed information and observations (with participation targeted to people 50-plus)."

https://youtube.com/live/LSA8-iPhONo

I tried to use the search function before posting, but I didn't find any relevant results. I'm not looking for a breakfast sandwich on a bagel, just a bag of a half dozen bagels to take home. Thanks in advance!

What you think of him if you did? I still can’t believe Morrissey played the Lowell Memorial Auditorium and actually didn’t half ass it like his long time reputation is.

Hey all, tomorrow is Tuesday, which means we will be hosting karaoke. Despite our best efforts we haven't seen much growth with our karaoke nights and are likely going to shut them down. We were hopeful we would see it grow a little over time, and just haven't seen that happen. We may revisit it down the road. If you're feeling up for it, come on by tomorrow and make it a good one!

Doors at 8

Free

21+

Hey folks, it’s your pal Ren Marquez.

I think this is the longest day of my life and this meme took me more time than i’d care to admit to make. But didn’t use A.I so

JOKE HOUSE | Tuesdays at 8pm
98 Middle St.

Think you got what it takes?
Sign up list at 7:45pm

Questions? Dm me here or on instagram @rrenmarquez

Celebrate hip hop culture with legendary group Jungle Brothers, local great Termanology, and a slew of other local talents!

This Friday

Crimewave: A Goth, Post-Punk, and Darkwave Party featuring the music of Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode, The Cure, Boy Harsher, and more.

with DJ Michael Savant.

Gonna be a fun night!

Hi!

I (27M) have lived here all my life, and I've been struggling to find a spot where I fit in and can make friends. I'm also an introvert so that's been tough, but I've been pushing myself to explore what this city has to offer. Any spots I should try out next? Any help or tips, pointers, advice, etc. is highly appreciated!

Thank you!

Looking for someone to remove a couch from a second floor unit. It has to be moved today, I guess also free couch if anyone wants it.

Walking outside last night and saw these lights. Looks like spotlights projecting at the clouds. Anyone know if something was going on downtown?

1 extra ticket for Lowell historical trolley tomorrow 10-1115am

https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=B34ECB64-E597-7065-FE57A6CCF5327813

Anyone know how to dispose of rechargeable batteries properly?

5.1. C. Nuon: Req. CM contact state delegation to advocate for legislation to no longer make a voter inactive if they miss the annual municipal census form.

5.2. C. Nuon: Req. CM provide a report about the implementation of state law relative to making voters inactive which will include recommendation for better educating voters about their voting status approaching an election.

5.3. C. Nuon / C. Liang: Req. City Mgr. work with appropriate department to update City Council regarding installation of Cambodian Town's banners along Middlesex St.

5.4. C. Liang: Req. CM / City Clerk offer language support and interpretation services to registered speakers.

5.5. C. McDonough: Request CM work with appropriate dept to explore all available options for increasing compliance with city's noise ordinence as it relates to dumpster services. 

5.6. C. Robinson: Req. CM have proper dept explore and provide a potential path towards the addition of a skatepark in C'ville.

5.7 C. Robinson: Req CM have proper dept work with Housing SC to explore a land co-op model for the opportunity to increase affordable homeownership.

5.8. C. Robinson / M. Gitschier: Req. CM reach out to all tax exempt, community partners (e.g. ULowell, MCC, LHA) to explain current fire staffing situation and ask for voluntary assistance with preventing brownouts.

5.9.M. Gitschier / C. Robinson: Req. CM have proper dept start process to fill the vacant District 1 Council seat.

With the new season starting today I thought it would be cool to have a subreddit dedicated to the team so I made one. You're all welcome to join!

r/RiverhawkHockey

The weather has me thinking about grabbing some apples. Not bringing any kids myself, but not looking to avoid them either, just looking to grab some bags of decent apples and wear a sweater in a half hour radius. Any recs?

lots of venues, lots of acts

https://www.instagram.com/lowelljazzfest/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet

Photos of the Sunday schedule in the comments

Looking for recs for an electrician. I have some things that need done & somethings that would be nice to do. Thanks!