Paying Attention

Inspector General report came out on the Methuen Police Superior Officers Contract How many members of the City Council may have had a conflict of interest prior to voting on the contract? Did Police Chief Solomon know about the stacking provisions and does it matter? Should the Mayor have known? What is the City Solicitor’s roll in all of this? Why is all the hype surrounding Greg Gallant and Chief Solomon? Why does Chief Solomon have a special provision in his contract? Is the IG report a which hunt? Is Joe Solomon just a scape goat for people who did not do their jobs? Neil Perry will be on the show next week to discuss all of this and more! Also Veronica Antich and Elisbet Dupont from the Tres Latinas Food Truck that travels around supplying food for private events as well as public. They started this business in the pandemic. Had trouble with clearing the title of the truck at the beginning. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out lat

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by David Falcone COO Mass State Lottery. Tom and David discuss the lottery headquarters being moved to Lawrence and how that will greatly impact the community. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Matt McLennan, from McLennan & Company Real Estate. Tom and Matt discuss how covid and the election is impacting the Real Estate market in the Merrimack Valley. Tom is also joined by Mark Roberge from the band Prospect Hill. Tom and Mark talk about Red 13 Creative and the amazing studio they built in Lawrence. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Mayor Neil Perry. Tom and Neil discuss the current issues going on in Methuen and how the city is planning on handling ongoing issues such as covid. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Jason and Randy from Clear Path for Veterans New England. Tom, Jason, and Randy discuss the challenges helping Vets in the Merrimack Valley.   For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan discusses the ongoing election process, why we need to let the process continue, how we as a country should accept the results when all is said and done, and why the media continues to lie to you. Tom also brings on Lisa Williams, AFC Urgent Care, to talk about their ongoing fight against covid. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Mayor Neil Perry. Tom and Neil discuss the recent chaos during city council meetings and some of the issues that matter most to the residents of Methuen. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan discusses some of things voters need to know before they cast their ballots. Tom is also joined by Kane, the newest member of the Valley Patriot team. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Rep Christina Minicucci (14th Essex District), Rep Lenny Mirra (2nd Essex District), and Jeff Dufour (Candidate 18th Essex District). Tom and the Reps discuss the policies that should matter the most to Massachusetts residents. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom is joined by Amelia and Michael from Clear Path New England. Tom and his guests discuss the mission of Clear Path NE and how training dogs for vets is saving lives. Please help this amazing organization and visit clearpathne.org or call 978-384-8813 For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom is joined by Joel Faretra to talk about some of the fantastic restaurants in the Merrimack Valley. Tom also welcomes Gineanne Ciarletta & Christina Lynn from A Journey of Hope (find them on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/223497855329839) Tom and his guests talk about how addiction has impacted their lives, why they decided to start helping others, and what they are doing to help. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Mayor Neil Perry of Methuen. Neil reveals his intentions for the upcoming election. Tom and Neil discuss the recent uptick in covid cases in the city, plans for the holiday season in the city, and many more topics that concern the residents of Methuen. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by State Rep Lenny Mirra to talk about his re-election campaign, what is currently at stake in Mass, what needs to get done in the state, and what he hopes to accomplish. To donate to Lenny Mirra's campaign please go to LennyMirra.com All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Donna and Jason from Clear Path NE, to talk about their work helping veterans. Please support this wonderful organization by donating some time, money, clothes, or food. Clearpathne.org Email: info@clearpathne.org Call: 978-384-8800 All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan sends a message to the Methuen Council about their practices of petty personal politics. Tom also looks at the latest police shooting and why people need to stop thinking with their emotions instead of their brain. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Mayor Neil Perry. Tom and Neil talk about the issues in Methuen that need to be addressed. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan is joined by Joe Silverio, 4 Star Lighting and Electric, and Ryan DiZoglio, Methuen School Committee, to talk about the latest policy for the teachers, the ongoing rights across the country, and why the police should be defending the 1st amendment. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan talks about his experience with an Antifa jerk at a Pro Police Rally. Tom also discusses the dumbest questions that the media ask President Trump. Tom is also joined by Brett Ruhmann to talk about the Andy Puglisi cold case. Tom and Brett look at the evidence that hasn't been told to the public. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen City Council Member Nick DiZoglio. Tom and Nick discussed everything you need to know about what is going on with the city council, school openings, budget, secret sessions. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan presents the annual Valley Patriot Bash Scholarship Awards live on the show. Typically this event is held in person but this year, due to covid, we had to present the awards ceremony on the show.   All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.