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How Mass. school districts are coping with the worst budget crisis in decades
Cities and towns across the Commonwealth are facing layoffs and program cuts as they experience budget issues with inflation and the end of federal stimulus money, including federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) money. As districts are contending with their budgets, some towns and cities are fixing...
Where to watch July 4 fireworks in eastern and central Massachusetts
BOSTON - This year, many communities across Massachusetts are holding fireworks displays for July 4.If you know of a confirmed fireworks display in the area that is not listed, please email newstips@cbsboston.com. Check the latest NEXT Weather forecast here.FraminghamJune 28Farm Pond ParkDuskMashpeeJune 28Mashpee Middle/High SchoolDuskWorcesterJune 28Cristoforo Columbo Park9:30 p.m.BraintreeJune 29Braintree High School9:30 p.m.HalifaxJune 29Halifax Elementary SchoolDuskPepperellJune 29Varnum Brook Elementary SchoolDuskWilmingtonJune 29 and 30Town Common9 p.m. June 29, 9:30 p.m. June 30CantonJune 30Irish Cultural Center9 p.m.EverettJune 30Glendale Park9:30 p.m.CohassetJuly 2Sandy BeachDuskFoxboroJuly 2Patriot Place9:15 p.m.OrleansJuly 2Rock HarborDuskFitchburgJuly 3Rollstone Hill9 p.m.GloucesterJuly 3Stage Fort Park9:30 p.m.LynnJuly 3King's Beach9 p.m.Manchester-by-the-SeaJuly 3Singing BeachDuskNeedhamJuly 3Memorial ParkDuskRutlandJuly 3Memorial Field9:20 p.m.SharonJuly 3Lake Massapoag9:15 p.m.SwampscottJuly 3Swampscott Town HallDuskWalpoleJuly 3Town Center9:30 p.m.WebsterJuly 3Memorial BeachDuskWeymouthJuly 3George Lane Beach9:30 p.m.FreetownJuly 3Hathaway Park9:30 p.m.ActonJuly 4Nara Park9:30 p.m.AmesburyJuly 4Woodsom Farm8:30 p.m.BeverlyJuly 4West Beach9 p.m.BostonJuly 4Charles River Esplanade10:30 p.m.BridgewaterJuly 4Legion Field9:30 p.m.BrooklineJuly 4Charles River Esplanade10:30 p.m.CambridgeJuly 4Charles River Esplanade10:30 p.m.EdgartownJuly 4Edgartown HarborDuskFalmouthJuly 4Falmouth Heights BeachDuskMarbleheadJuly 4Marblehead Harbor9:15 p.m.NantucketJuly 4Jetties Beach9 p.m.NewtonJuly 4Albemarle Field9:10 p.m.PlymouthJuly 4Pilgrim Memorial State Park9:15 p.m.ProvincetownJuly 4Provincetown HarborDuskSalemJuly 4Derby Wharf9:30 p.m.SalisburyJuly 4Salisbury Beach10:15 p.m.WinthropJuly 4Coughlin Park9:15 p.m.LowellJuly 4LeLacheur Park9 p.m.WakefieldJuly 4Lake Quannapowitt9:30 p.m.LexingtonJuly 5Center Field Track9:30 p.m.FranklinJuly 6Franklin High School10 p.m.UxbridgeJuly 6McCloskey Field9 p.m.MarionJuly 6Silvershell BeachDuskOakhamJuly 7Lake DeanDuskGrotonJuly 8Town FieldDusk
More Vineyard Wind turbines are in operation with 'ideal weather,' company says
Vineyard Wind is now delivering more than 136 megawatts of offshore wind energy, with five more turbines coming online as the project inches closer toward its goal of eventually delivering 806 megawatts of power. Project officials announced Tuesday that Vineyard Wind 1 now has 10 turbines in operation, enough to...
Weekend To Do List: Wrapping up Pride Month, community festivals
BOSTON - In addition to the last weekend of Pride Month, communities in Massachusetts are celebrating Homecoming Day and getting a head start on July 4 with some fireworks!Bellingham PrideFestThe 2024 PrideFest takes place on Saturday in Bellingham. With crafters, vendors, fresh food and lots of activities, it's a day of community everyone can get in on! The fun happens on the town common from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.When: Saturday, June 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Where: Bellingham Town Common, Mendon Street and Thayer Road, BellinghamCost: Items available for purchaseClick here for more information2024 Mashpee Community PicnicMashpee's annual...
Chelsea Gaia To Speak at Ventfort Hall
LENOX, Mass. — Chelsea Gaia, Director of Programming & Events for Ventfort Hall, will speak at Ventfort Hall on Tuesday, July 2 at 4 pm about the time Ventfort Hall operated as Festival House; an inn in the 50's where everyone was welcome. A tea will be served after...
Govenor Healey helps celebrate latest grants from Cummings Foundation: 150 nonprofits share in $30 million
Woburn, MA Confetti flew, horns were blown, and banners were waved at TradeCenter 128. Cummings Foundation’s annual Grant Winner Celebration drew 400 attendees, including Governor Maura Healey and – of course – Cummings Foundation co-founders Joyce and Bill Cummings. The Foundation is the philanthropic affiliate of suburban commercial real estate firm Cummings Proprties.
Cooler states forced to grapple with issues of extreme heat fueled by climate change
NEW YORK — As temperatures soared into the 90s, the heat and humidity hit the concrete in Astoria, Queens, and bounced into the air. People moved along the scorched sidewalk slowly, their clothes drenched with sweat. Elianne Alvarado, 44, who was raised in New York City and has lived...
A quick visit with composer and Wilco keyboardist Mikael Jorgensen
Wilco’s Solid Sound Festival is taking over the campus of MASS MoCA in North Adams, Massachusetts this weekend and I am joined now by keyboard and synth player for Wilco, Mikael Jorgensen. Jorgensen is a Grammy award winning musician, engineer, and composer. Since 2002 he’s been a recording and...
Dalton Commits ARPA Funds Toward Police Station Repair, Design
DALTON, Mass. — Cost estimates have come in to address some of the Police Department's building issues. The town needs to address safety issues within the police station, including plumbing, mold, ventilation, mice, water damage, heating, and cell damage. During the Select Board meeting on Monday, Building and Grounds...
Fall Foliage Parade Theme Announced
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — 1Berkshire announced that the 68th Annual Fall Foliage Parade's theme will be "Berk du Soleil - The Greatest Show in North Berkshire." Whether you're a lover of the surreal, a seeker of the incredible, or simply a dreamer at heart, come and witness the breathtaking feats of our talented parade participants. The Parade Committee encourages children of all ages to embrace their artistic wonder and creativity to participate in this year's parade. Don your most whimsical attire and join us for a day of wonder! There are a variety of ways to get involved including, but not limited to signing up to have a float, entering a band/music unit, marching unit, veterans unit, or public safety unit or volunteering on the parade committee. A world of magic awaits - we'll see you there.
Williamstown Fire District Won't Seek Retirement Exemption for Chief
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Prudential Committee on Wednesday voted 3-1 to not seek an exemption that would allow the fire chief to continue in his role past his 65th birthday. Fire Chief Craig Pedercini had asked the panel, which governs the district, to seek the exemption to prevent him...
11 Eph Men’s Players Named to New England Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association All-Academic Team
SOUTH HADLEY, Mass. – Two hundred and ninety-nine student-athletes in NCAA DI, DII and DIII have been selected to the 2024 New England Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (NEILA) All-Academic Teams, announced by the organization on June 27. Members of the teams are nominated by head coaches in Divisions I, II...
Settlement reached with Uber and Lyft to pay drivers ‘landmark wages, benefits,’ AG says
A “historic” settlement has been reached with Uber and Lyft to pay its drivers a minimum of $32.50 per hour and “a suite of benefits and protections,” Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell said Thursday.
Former WEEI PD Joe Zarbano Moves to New England’s RCG
Former WEEI Brand Manager Joe Zarbano has joined strategic communications firm Regan Communications Group as Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships. Zarbano joins RCG after a stint in sponsorship marketing and sports betting initiatives at Encore Boston Harbor. Zarbano served as the Chief Programming Executive at WEEI Sports Radio Network,...
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