Islamic Society of Greater Lowell

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The Islamic Society of Greater Lowell (ISGL) is a mosque in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. It was established in 1993. [1]

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Vandals attempted to seal the mosque's door shut with cement in August 2007. [2]

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References

  1. "Islamic Society of Greater Lowell calls Chelmsford home - Chelmsford, Massachusetts - Chelmsford Independent". Wickedlocal.com. 2007-08-22. Retrieved 2011-11-22.
  2. "Vandals strike at Stedman Street mosque - Chelmsford, Massachusetts - Chelmsford Independent". Wickedlocal.com. 2007-08-15. Retrieved 2011-11-22.

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