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How the Boston Celtics Got Their Name
The fact that the Boston Celtics are vying for another world championship banner to hoist to the rafters at the TD Garden should come as no surprise to New England sports fans and anyone else who occupies the six-state region. The Celtics are tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for...
Fairhaven 224-Year-Old Classroom Frozen in Time
When you gotta go, you gotta go, and I had to go while visiting the Huttleston Marketplace on the grounds of Fairhaven High School one recent Saturday morning. So off I went in pursuit of a lavatory. A cheerful woman hawking one thing or another pointed me to an open...
Oysters and Summer Fun at New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center
June and July are busy months at the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, located at 38 Bethel Street in New Bedford. Programs include a talk about oyster farming in the region, the first-ever New Bedford Oysterfest, the return of the Something Fishy Summer Camp, and evening sails onboard the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey.
New Bedford’s Gallery X to Host ‘Gong Show’ This Month
Do you remember The Gong Show? It was a television program that aired during the mid-70s. It was wacky and silly and occasionally very funny. Gallery X on William Street in New Bedford is staging its own version of The Gong Show on Saturday, June 8 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The ‘Coolest Hidden Wonder in Massachusetts’ is a Unique Spot to Visit This Summer
As Memorial Day Weekend is here, it's the unofficial start of Summer, Massachusetts! Perhaps you may want to start making some road trip plans. In fact, you might just be looking for a spot to travel to that could be one of the hidden gems of Massachusetts. Maybe it's a spot that can be overlooked at times because of all the other great destinations we have to explore in the Bay State. However, you wouldn't need to go to Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Salem, the Berkshires, or downtown Boston if you were going to find a place known as the 'Coolest Hidden Wonder in Massachusetts'.
Massachusetts Was the Funny Key to Success on ‘The Office’
The Office is coming back. The hit NBC sitcom about life at a paper company, which ended in 2013 only to find more popularity than ever on streaming services and in memes, is returning to television. This time, the show will follow the journalists at a struggling newspaper in the Midwest.
10 Scents to Wear in Massachusetts That Mosquitoes Hate
Massachusetts is experiencing warm weather as the unofficial start of summer kicked off this past holiday weekend. Warm weather means more outdoor activities along with yard duties. One thing I hate is being eaten alive by mosquitoes when I mow my lawn. The task itself is fine but being chased...
Massachusetts Song on ‘Saturday Night Live’ Is Fake But Really Good
Everyone knows Massachusetts is famous for two things: hanging at your cousin's place and drinking cinnamon beer. Don't tell that to Northampton's The Blue Jean Committee, whose song "Massachusetts Afternoon" is about those simple pleasures. If you've never heard of the band or the song, that's because neither is technically...
The Arrival of Cape Cod’s Coyote ‘Foster Siblings’
BARNSTABLE (WBSM) — A couple of new coyotes are appearing on Cape Cod, but not in the way you're probably thinking. Cape Wildlife Center in Barnstable recently adopted two orphaned coyotes living and growing within their facility. In addition to its main location in Weymouth, the vet hospital provides...
New Bedford’s Zeiterion Picks Contractor for Theater Renovations
Nearly a year after the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center closed for major renovations, construction is ready to start. The downtown New Bedford theater told supporters in a late May email that after some delays, it has named Colantonio Inc. the general contractor for the $30 million project. "Now that we...
How McDonald’s Once Opened a Confusing Restaurant-Themed Hotel
McDonald's attempt to enter the hotel industry wasn't exactly super-sized. The fast food juggernaut was looking to expand its offerings by opening a pair of themed hotels in 2001. They would close less than two years later. Inside The McDonald's Golden Arch Hotel. The Golden Arch Hotel concept launched with...
New Bedford Woman Jaydah Bedoya Signs With Pro Soccer Team
Jaydah Bedoya knew she was different when she was 5 years old. Her love for soccer was immediate and strong. She was also pretty darn good. "I'd score about five or six goals a game when I first started with NBYSA (New Bedford Youth Soccer Association)," she said. "I loved everything about it, especially the feeling of scoring goals."
Walmart Accused of Overcharging Self-Checkout Customers in New Report
Walmart allegedly overcharged customers who used the self-checkout lanes at more than 1,600 stores according to a recent report. Sometime in mid-March, Walmart customers using self-checkout lanes were allegedly both under- and over-charged according to a report from Bloomberg News. The outlet is basing the article on documents pertaining to the alleged incident.
New Bedford’s Oyster Festival is the City’s Newest Celebration
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — New Bedford's newest event will soon be upon us, giving you the chance to enjoy fresh local oysters while enjoying a water view of the city. The first annual New Bedford Oyster Fest will be on Saturday, June 15 on East Rodney French Boulevard, located on the beautiful waters of Cisco.
New Bedford Getting Its First Jersey Mike’s Sandwich Shop
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — New Bedford is about to taste a little more like New Jersey, as the city will soon see its first Jersey Mike's open up where another sandwich shop once stood. Jersey Mike’s is coming to Riverside Landing in New Bedford, in the same building as...
Buzzards Bay Coalition Is Offering Free Bay Adventures This June to Explore the Great Outdoors
The Buzzards Bay Coalition has announced its Bay Adventures program, offering a variety of free guided activities throughout the Buzzards Bay watershed. These adventures are designed to help you explore and appreciate the area's natural beauty, with hands-on, outdoor activities catering to all interests and ages. Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, or simply exploring nature, there's something for everyone.
Fall River Man Sentenced to 41 Months for Oxycodone Distribution
BOSTON (WBSM) — A Fall River man will spend nearly four years in prison after being convicted for his role in a drug distribution conspiracy involving thousands of oxycodone pills. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Austin Gonsalves, 37, was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Boston to 41...
Massachusetts Taxpayers to Fund More Hefty Beacon Hill Pay Raises
Ray Charles and Johnny Cash each had great success recording Harlan Howard's "Busted" in 1963. Charles took the song to No. 4 on Billboard's Hot 100 Chart, while Cash peaked at No. 13 on Billboard's Hot Country Singles Chart. The song, with lyrics such as "My bills are all due,...
’60 Minutes’ Icon Lesley Stahl Has Deep Roots in Massachusetts
Lesley Stahl has been a respected television journalist for over 50 years, most of that time with the CBS television network. Did you know it all began for Stahl right here in Massachusetts?. Lesley Rene Stahl was born on December 16, 1941, in Lynn, Massachusetts and was raised in Swampscott....
Enter to Win Tickets to See Lana Del Rey at Boston’s Fenway Park
Lana Del Rey is performing "One Very Special Show" at Boston's Fenway Park, and we have your chance to enter to win tickets. Lana is performing on Thursday, June 20 at Fenway and the show has already sold out. However, we were able to get some tickets and you could be the lucky person seeing her perform in this legendary ballpark.
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