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Every State That Shockingly Still Lets Underage Kids Drink Alcohol
Oh, you thought every state in the U.S. doesn't allow underage drinking?. All but only five states have some sort of exception that allows drinking alcohol under the age of 21. Yes, you can actually drink underage in 45 states under the right circumstances. States Where Family Members Can Give...
Fairhaven Power Issues: What’s Causing It to Go Out?
FAIRHAVEN (WBSM) — For the past few weeks, we've been experiencing power outages at the Fairhaven offices of our radio station. The power will go off for a few seconds and then come back on. We have a generator, but other stores in our plaza have confirmed it's been...
Waffle Cone Tacos Just Arrived at Dorothy Cox In Fairhaven
The nation wept two years ago when Klondike announced it would discontinue the beloved Choco Taco, but Dorothy Cox Chocolates in Fairhaven may have the taco-inspired solution that we've been craving. A new creation has arrived at Dorothy Cox and, dare I say, it looks even tastier than its discontinued...
I Am Still Recovering From This Mind-Blowing Tree-Cutting Video
I fancy myself a bit of a backyard nature enthusiast and I've had my fair share of tree-cutting experiences. Well, more watching than doing. We had some of the woods cleared in our backyard a few years back and I was able to watch the different ways the local tree company was able to take down the decaying trees. I thought I had a pretty good grasp of the process. Oddly, they didn't invite me to help.
Cape Cod Couple Brings All-Inclusive Brewery Tours to the Island
A new experience is coming to Cape Cod and it’s going to have beer lovers flocking this summer. City Brew Tours Cape Cod is the ultimate tour of the Cape’s best breweries and wineries, giving guests a memorable, safe and inclusive way to enjoy some of the destination's best brews.
Attleboro Schools Boost Learning With ‘March Mathness’ Competition
ATTLEBORO (WBSM)— March Madness didn't just happen on the basketball courts this year. Attleboro's elementary school recently participated in its very own March Madness-style learning initiative. Each district's five elementary schools held a friendly competition throughout March to motivate students to work hard and reach goals. The main objective...
Is It Legal to Spread Ashes Anywhere in Massachusetts?
Cremation is becoming more popular for a number of reasons including financial and environmental. According to nationalcremation.com, the number of people getting cremated in 1960 was only 3.6%. By the end of 2025, that number is expected to reach 63.3%. We've all seen a movie or two in which the...
Cole Is Ready for One-on-One Attention in a Loving Family
Cole is very bright, polite and compassionate. He can carry on conversations, shows that he is interested in getting to know people and can maintain strong connections. This teen loves to be active and enjoys playing basketball and football. His favorite NFL team is the Los Angeles Rams. He is willing to try any new activity. He also loves anything wrestling-related.
Funny Fenway Park Proposal Leaves Thousands of Fans in Suspense
Popping the question is a nerve-wracking experience, no matter how ready you think you are. Try doing it in front of thousands of baseball fans and you've unlocked a whole new level of anxiety. Likewise, it's not always easy for the person on the other end of the proposal. Just...
New Bedford Students Donate Bikes for Immigrant Transportation
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Due to the recent transportation challenges immigrants in the community have faced, students at Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.) have collaborated to find a solution for easy mobility options. The initiative aims to support the transportation needs of immigrants in the community. Over the past year,...
Woman Walking on Westport Highway Struck and Killed
WESTPORT (WBSM) — A woman was killed Monday night after being struck by a vehicle while walking on the side of Interstate 195 in Westport. According to Massachusetts State Police, the woman had exited an as-yet-unknown vehicle in the breakdown lane of I-195 eastbound in the area of mile marker 15.7 at around 10:05 p.m. on April 15 and began walking down the right travel lane.
10 Massachusetts Towns That Don’t Sound Like Towns That Are in the Bay State
Massachusetts really does have some of the most unique town names of any state. Some town names are so unique that plenty of residents don't know how to pronounce them. There are several towns in the Bay State that begin with the four directions: North, East, West, and South. There are even 19 towns throughout the Bay State that end in 'ham'. But throughout all the crazy, unique, and bizarre town names in Massachusetts, there are even some that just don't sound like they are towns that should exist in the Bay State whatsoever!
Elephants Are Taking Over a Rhode Island City This Summer
A herd of elephants is on the way and will be spotted all over Newport this July and August. One-hundred life-size elephants are coming to Rhode Island this summer for the U.S. debut of The Great Elephant Migration, a massive art exhibition and global fundraising project created by United Kingdom-based nonprofit Elephant Family.
Enter to Win Tickets to the Northeast Home Show
The 2024 Northeast Home Show is coming to Tiverton, Rhode Island. The event is happening Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28 at the Longplex Sports Center. According to its site, the Northeast Home Show is the complete showcase for all your needs in home and garden. Visitors have the opportunity to see and experience the latest home and garden trends and innovations, listen to accomplished designers, watch creative demonstrations, source and buy new products and so much more.
Massachusetts’ Record for Largest Lobster Caught
The price for fresh New England lobster changes frequently depending on the time of year, market conditions and suppliers. The price fluctuates so often that many seafood dealers and restaurants don't even include it on their menus or websites. On April 1, 2024, Boston's James Hook & Co. was advertising...
Massachusetts’ Best Beaches to Hunt for Seashells
If you are looking for a beautiful conch shell to display in your home, you won't find one on New Bedford's East Beach – or on West Beach, for that matter. Conch is native to the coasts of the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Bermuda and the Florida Keys. Shell enthusiasts flock to the Florida coast to search for conch, giant welk, Helmut shells, and more. The southwest Gulf Coast of Florida is a favorite for beachcombing.
The Mattapoisett Man Who Perished Aboard the Titanic
The RMS Titanic sank in the early-morning hours of April 15, 1912, with 710 survivors and over 1,500 that didn’t. There were 2,223 people on board when the ship struck an iceberg and began its descent into the frigid waters of the North Atlantic, and 17 of those people hailed from Massachusetts – including one from the SouthCoast.
Generous Marion Veteran Gets a Prayer Answered at 92
A 92-year-old man from Marion, Massachusetts, pulled in a big win last week. Unbeknownst to him, Harry Dasilva's niece had entered him into a contest with Couto Construction. Each year, the New Bedford roofing company gives away a new roof to a deserving family. After Couto staff heard Dasilva's story, selection of the winner was a no-brainer.
Massachusetts City is Home to a Desert You Can Visit
Except for the four years I lived in Syracuse, New York, I have lived in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts my entire life. I know a lot about this state. Most of it is useless knowledge like the fact that the chocolate chip cookie was invented here. They're dad facts that...
Rhode Island Man’s ‘So New England’ Podcast Is Made Just for You
Well, good frickin’ mornin’ from New England. Popular content creator and Rhode Island local Ian Brownhill has officially launched a new podcast called So New England and it’s going to be wicked good. Created by a New Englander for New Englanders, Brownhill aims to create a space...
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