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Mass. SJC clears the way for new trial for man convicted of 1974 murder
The state’s highest court on Thursday affirmed a lower court’s decision to grant a new trial for a man who was convicted of the 1974 armed robbery and murder of a man who owned a repair shop in Roxbury. In its unanimous decision, the Supreme Judicial Court found...
Albany Police: Rensselaer woman intentionally hit man with vehicle
A Rensselaer woman is accused of intentionally hitting a man with vehicle and leaving the scene. The crash happened around 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29 in the area of Central and Lexington avenues. Albany Police said Angel Vandebogart, 25, struck the 25-year-old victim. He was treated on scene for a...
First Racing Fatality Of Saratoga Season Mars Saranac Stakes
In the GIII Saranac Stakes for 3-year-olds over the grass at Saratoga on Friday afternoon, West Hollywood (Uncle Mo) was the winner, but the race was marred by the first racing fatality of the summer season as The Big Torpedo (Big Brown) had to be euthanized on the track, according to details provided by a release from NYRA.
Two Italian fests coming to the Capital Region on Sept. 7
Festivals are starting to ramp up for the fall season and two Italian festivals are coming up on the same day. The Little Italy StreetFest in Schenectady and Amsterdam's ItaliaFest are set for Saturday, September 7.
Second arrest made in Gloversville factory fire
Gloversville, NY (WRGB) — Police have arrested another man in connection with the factory fire in Gloversville, now said to be arson. Thursday an additional arrest was made in connection with the structure fire at 10 West Ninth Avenue, the former Taylor Made factory. Matthew R. Conklin, 38, has...
'Unofficial end to Summer': Cold front to bring isolated thunderstorms to Mass.
It’s the “unofficial end to Summer” as a cold front brings rain and thunderstorms to Massachusetts over Labor Day weekend, National Weather Service forecasters predict. There is a slight chance for rain during the day on Saturday but the biggest chance is Saturday night, according to the weather service.
Mass. State Lottery winner: Stop & Shop sells $100,000 winning ticket
Of the millions of dollars won Wednesday by lottery players in Massachusetts, $100,000 was won from a ticket sold at a Stop & Shop in the state. The $100,000 prize was from the daily “Mass Cash” drawing. The winning numbers for the drawing were 4, 8, 26, 27 and 28. The ticket was sold at the Stop & Shop in New Bedford.
Popular Capital Region Coffee Chain Opening 3 New Locations
One of the area's best destinations for a cup of coffee and a bagel is getting ready to open three additional locations. Uncommon Grounds has been a Capital Region favorite for coffee, bagels, and more for years. And the chain continues to grow!. Not too long ago the chain opened...
Survey shows vendors want to see some changes at next year's state fair
GEDDES, N.Y. — As we enter the final weekend of the New York State Fair, we’re giving vendors “a voice”. CNY Central went all around the fairgrounds to ask different vendors what this experience has been like so far. 14 of them agreed to complete this...
WMass Rankings Countdown: Springfield Central football debuts at No. 1
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Westfield board wants silt fence near river removed before new project starts
WESTFIELD — The Conservation Commission wants a silt fence removed before it closes out a 2018 demolition order that’s holding up the installation of a picnic area at Mrs. C’s Soft Serve & Cafe. “Do your work and we’ll release the bond,” said Commissioner Robert Florek....
New England Celebrates New George Strait Music with Listening Parties Here
Are you free on Wednesday, September 4th? Do you love country music?. If the answer to both questions was "yes", then you will be tickled with this news. The King of Country Music, George Strait, is set to release his highly anticipated 31st album for MCA Nashville on Friday, September 6th. Titled Cowboys and Dreamers, this new collection of songs continues Strait's legendary career.
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