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Hidden Gem Rhode Island Buffet With A High Price, But Amazing Views
If the words 'unlimited lobster' appeal to you, then a trip to Charlestown, Rhode Island should be on your summer bucket list. That's because Charlestown is home to an amazing "All-You-Can-Enjoy" buffet restaurant unlike anything you have ever seen. The Nordic is a lakeside spot serving unlimited lobster, shrimp, crab,...
Massachusetts Businesses Can Deny Access to Their Restrooms
"We do not have public restrooms, sorry." We've probably all heard that before when entering a small retail store, gas station or somewhere else you happened to be when you had to go. Sometimes the policy is posted on the front door to save the employee from having to state...
How the Acushnet Measures Up to Other Massachusetts Rivers
The Acushnet River is a mere trickle compared to some of the much longer rivers that flow through Massachusetts, but it is our river and the source of much pride in the area. At 8.6 miles long, the Auchnet River is the largest river flowing into Buzzards Bay. The source of the Acushnet is Long Pond in Lakeville, Massachusetts. The river's root tributary, Squam Brook, flows out of Long Pond through Freetown and into the New Bedford Reservoir in Acushnet.
Dartmouth Police Investigating Stabbing in Mall Parking Lot
NORTH DARTMOUTH (WBSM) — Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred earlier today in the parking lot of the Dartmouth Mall. According to police, officers responded at about 2:50 p.m. today to a report of a possible stabbing in the parking lot outside of Five Below at the mall.
Enter to Win Tickets to See Doobie Bros. at Mansfield’s Xfinity Center
Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Doobie Brothers are coming to Mansfield's Xfinity Center and we've got your chance to win tickets to the big party. The Doobies will be performing at the Xfinity Center on Monday, August 12. Tickets are still available at LiveNation.com, but we have your shot at winning a free pair.
Fairhaven Full Bloom Wellness Festival Returning to Cushman Park
Not everyone will be able to do what these folks in the above photo are doing at this year's Full Bloom Wellness Festival, but there will be plenty to see and do for both adults and kids at this year's event. The Fourth Annual Full Bloom Wellness Festival is planned...
Join the Fun at Fairhaven’s Homecoming Day Fair
Fairhaven's Homecoming Day Fair is a small-town event that's turned into a very big deal. Thousands of area residents visit Fairhaven every year in June to browse craft displays, enjoy paintings by local artists, munch on delicious food, and take in free entertainment outside Town Hall. Homecoming Day 2024 is...
Stoughton Man Sentenced in Cocaine Trafficking and Fraud Schemes
BOSTON -- A Stoughton man has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison for his role in an Eastern Massachusetts cocaine trafficking ring and a bank- and wire-fraud scheme tied to pandemic relief funds. In addition to the prison time, Patrick Joseph, 42, faces five years of supervised...
Missing Plymouth Man Found Dead
PLYMOUTH — A 69-year-old man who was reported missing June 17 was found dead Saturday after an extensive four-day search. The body of Rodney Riviello was discovered outdoors in Plymouth, according to Police Chief Dana Flynn and Fire Chief Neil Foley. "The members of the Plymouth Police Department and...
Which of These 1980s Boston TV Commercials Inspires the Most Nostalgia?
For any kid growing up in the late 1970s or early 1980s in New England, two television commercials will always be forever burned into their memories. The first is for the New England Aquarium, in which a dad surprises his family with a trip to the Aquarium. It’s probably best remembered for two lines: “I can walk like a penguin,” and “Hey Mom, the dolphin show!”
Relaxing Fishing Trip Turns into Daring Rescue of Nearly 40 Dogs in Lake
This probably wasn't the big catch they expected to have on this trip. A fishing group that floated out onto a lake in Mississippi recently ended up nabbing boatloads of dogs instead of catfish. Fishing Trip For The Dogs. Bob Grist of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Brad Carlisle of Covington, Tennessee...
Beachgoers Face Restrictions in Cape Cod Town Ahead of Fourth of July
If you expect to spend the Independence Day holiday in the Cape Cod of Dennis, town beach restrictions might put your celebrations on hold. Dennis Town Administrator and Police Chief John Brady announced new restrictions on Dennis beaches that will take effect on the Fourth of July. The restrictions will...
Bride Caught Telling Guest to Put Their Phones Away While Walking Down Aisle
Not everyone apparently thinks weddings are all about the bride. A video of a bride has gone viral after she was seen telling her guests to put their phones away while walking down the aisle. But was this really necessary?. Bride's Instructions To Guests. A short video clip from a...
New Bedford Man Arrested for Gun and Drug Possession in North End
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Police arrested a New Bedford man for illegal gun and drug possession earlier this week in the North End. The department said officers executed a search warrant on June 18 at 181 Earle Street that concluded a cocaine distribution investigation. The suspect in the investigation...
Acushnet Creamery Wants People to Stop This Unsafe Practice
Acushnet Creamery is famous for its ice cream, of course. It is arguably the most popular ice cream spot in the entire SouthCoast. On hot summer days, it is common to see huge lines in front of the store. Customers are willing to stand in lines that can stretch nearly halfway into the parking lot. In fact, many of their customers view waiting in line as part of the experience.
Westport Elementary Staff Sends Students into Summer with Catchy Reading Song [VIDEO]
The atmosphere at Westport Elementary School was charged with excitement last week with summer vacation right around the corner. Before the year ended, teachers had a special surprise in store for their kids. In a display of creativity and dedication, teachers and staff crafted a memorable farewell: a parody of...
Groovy Restaurant in Norwood Brings the 1960s Back to Life
Now that the summer weather is finally here, it’s the perfect time to hop in the car, roll down the windows and take a trip through the Boston suburbs to get the ultimate experience straight out of the 1960s. Let’s turn back the clock and enjoy a good old-fashioned...
Cape Cod Celtics Fan’s Tattoo Goes from Premature to Perfect as Boston Clinches 18th Championship
From borderline regret to sweet, sweet redemption, Wellfleet native Jack Bienvenue is nothing but smiles these days. He's the guy with one of the most famous tattoos to come out of Cape Cod. His story is one of patience, loyalty and ultimate triumph. On June 17, the Boston Celtics clinched...
See The Cutest Victory Parade At Boston Children’s Hospital
Cue the duck boats. It’s time for a celebration of champion-level proportions. The Boston Celtics planned their own victory parade June 21 through the city after winning their 18th NBA championship. At Boston Children’s Hospital, there was a special parade a few days earlier for their little champions as...
Massachusetts’s Smallest Mammal Weighs Less Than an Ounce
The largest land mammal in Massachusetts is the moose. Moose can stand as high as six-foot-11 at the shoulder and weigh 1,500 pounds. One of the best places to see a moose in Massachusetts is the Quabbin Reservoir. Mammals of all shapes and sizes call Massachusetts home, including beavers, chipmunks,...
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