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In the news: Robert Jackson
The Brockton Public Schools have named a professional with a background in public safety and schoolwide emergency management as the district’s first director of safety and security. Robert Jackson will join the Brockton Public Schools later this month in the newly established role, where he will oversee the district’s...
Ground Broken on Navigator Homes of Martha’s Vineyard
Edgartown, MA — Dellbrook|JKS celebrated the groundbreaking of Navigator Homes of Martha’s Vineyard, a new skilled nursing facility, on Aug. 5. Public officials, including U.S. Senator Ed Markey, Wampanoag Tribe of Aquinnah Chief Ryan Malonson, USDA Massachusetts State Director Scott Soares, project leaders, and architect LWDA Design, attended the groundbreaking.
Despite slowing, inflation in Boston remains higher than the national average
Consumer prices in the Boston area rose about 3.5% over the last year, compared to a 2.9% increase nationally, according to federal data released Wednesday. The latest numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show inflation has cooled from 2022, when year-over-year consumer price increases in the Northeast were in the 6 to 7% range. This year, increases ranged from 2.4% to 3.9 % year over year.
Want to save a few bucks at the Marshfield Fair? What to know before you go
MARSHFIELD – A lot of calculations go into picking a day to go to the Marshfield Fair. The weather, work schedules, appointments and things already on the calendar are all factors. But when you go — and even when your buy your tickets – can save a few bucks and maybe help cover an extra fried treat or two during the fair's 10-day run. ...
Gas leak prompts evacuations in downtown Brockton, including Neighborhood Health Center
BROCKTON — A gas leak in downtown Brockton prompted an evacuation at the Brockton Neighborhood Health Center Wednesday afternoon, officials said. A large gas main was struck at Main and Green Streets, the Brockton Fire Department wrote in a post on X, formerly Twitter. ...
Some Adults Choose Living With Roommates As Boston Housing Costs Soar
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — For people who may have thought their last roommates would be from their college days, guess again. As the cost of housing continues to skyrocket, especially in the city, more and more young adult renters are getting creative when trying to afford rent. And in...
Wrentham police officer who raised money for pediatric cancer while fighting cancer dies
Since being diagnosed with a rare cancer, a Wrentham police officer and father of four remained upbeat, dedicating his life to running marathons to help raise money to fight cancer. But for George Labonte, 44, it wasn’t to raise money to fight his own rare and incurable cancer, medullary thyroid...
Former Boston point guard Jeff Teague thinks Celtics fans should thank Steve Kerr for benching Jayson Tatum
For some fans of the Boston Celtics, the dual benching of star forward Jayson Tatum was nearly a personal affront. For others — including Celtics alumni — such a snub is only going to be fuel for future Boston greatness. And among the latter category, we can count former Celtics floor general Jeff Teague.
Red Sox star called out for profane shirt
Boston Red Sox All-Star Jarren Duran wore a profane t-shirt while addressing the media after using a homophobic slur, prompting Dan Shaughnessy to question the decision. During the sixth inning of the Red Sox Sunday afternoon game against the Houston Astros in Boston, NESN mics picked up Duran responding to a heckler with, “Shut up, Read more... The post Dan Shaughnessy calls out Jarren Duran for wearing profane t-shirt after using homophobic slur appeared first on Awful Announcing.
New Bedford man wins $4 million lottery prize
A New Bedford resident purchased the winning ticket in the “$4,000,000 Monopoly Doubler” game. Robert J. Ostrye Jr. might be feeling like a million bucks right now. Scratch that — 4 million. The New Bedford resident won a $4 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$4,000,000...
South Coast’s first and only Stand-Up Comedy Festival coming to New Bedford, Fall River, Westport
Get ready to laugh at the South Coast’s first and only stand-up comedy festival! Tickets are now on sale for the Whale City Comedy Festival, from August 28 to September 1, 2024. This five-day event lineup includes performances at unique venues across New Bedford, Fall River, and Westport. The festival will feature over 30 top-notch comedians from Comedy Central, Conan, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Netflix, and more.
Majestic Mattapoisett Meteor Shower Caught on Camera
Peter Mello has been a photographer for nearly his entire life. His father gave him his first camera when he was 8 years old, and he's been an avid photographer since. He also runs an arts center in Providence. He has a passion for capturing money shots. Capturing the Perseid...
Fall River woman suffers 9 broken ribs and a broken collarbone after collision with vehicle
Family has issued an update concerning the victim of a pedestrian collision on Monday. According to Deputy Chief Barden Castro, Uniform Division Officers responded to the area of 82 Hartwell Street just after 7:45 p.m. due to reports of a woman lying in the roadway. Upon arrival, officers learned that...
Patriots could turn to enticing, but risky JuJu Smith-Schuster replacement
Last week, the New England Patriots released wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster after signing him to a three-year, $25.5 million contract during the 2023 offseason. When asked about the decision to cut Smith-Schuster, Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo presented reporters with excellent reasons to support the decision. Nonetheless, the veteran wideout's departure makes the New England receiving corps even thinner than it already was.
Legal Advertisements - Week of August 15, 2024
The Middleborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 7:00 P.M., in the Select Boards Room, Middleborough Town Hall, 10 Nickerson Avenue, Middleborough, MA to hear the petition of Michael O’Shaughnessy, Esq, 43 East Grove Street, Middleborough, MA 02346 on behalf of LEX Development relative to his request to be granted a special permit pursuant to Section 3.1, 7.1, 9.2.2.2 and Section 9.4 to allow for the construction of forty (40), one bedroom residential dwelling units in twenty (20) duplex style building and a variance from Section 7.1.2 to allow the minimum lot area to be less than 1,600,000 square feet. The subject property is located at 480 Wareham Street, Middleborough Assessor’s Map 87, lot 6463 in the General Use District. Anyone desiring to be heard on this matter should appear at the time and place designated.
Jarren Duran jersey sales explode after incident
Jarren Duran jersey sales have exploded ever since his incident with a heckler on Sunday. Duran was caught by NESN TV microphones yelling a gay slur in response to a heckler. The Boston Red Sox outfielder and his team both apologized after the game. But something unexpected happened afterwards. People started ordering Duran’s jersey online.... The post Jarren Duran jersey sales explode after incident appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Providence Basketball: Friars All-Time Starting 5
Providence basketball embodies the Big East’s enduring spirit and competitive nature. The Friars have carved out a unique niche in college basketball. They’re known for their tenacious play and strategic prowess on the court. Additionally, this storied program has seen numerous NCAA Tournament appearances. Furthermore, it has churned out some of the game’s most talented players. Providence has made a significant impact on the court.
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