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Massachusetts Officials Raise Highway Speed Limit
Massachusetts residents don't necessarily have the best reputation when it comes to driving. Part of the reason for that could be that we always seem to be in a hurry. In a state known for some serious traffic, especially in the capital city of Boston, drivers in a hurry and slow-moving lanes can be a wild combo.
People and Property: Real Estate and Construction News From Around NH
Windham Woods eyes major expansion of local campus. Windham Woods School is looking to expand its program by adding an art studio, woodworking shop, and more in new buildings. Joe Maynard, a project manager with Benchmark Engineering, recently presented a conceptual design for the school’s new buildings to the Planning Board, discussing what changes the school would want to make.
Rowley newslets: selectmen accept donation to Eiras Park, approve new call firefighter, issue updated shellfish farm license
ROWLEY — Selectmen approved a number of significant measures — from accepting a park donation to hiring a new call firefighter — during an unusually brief board meeting last week. Expenses: Eiras Park donation, police budget transfers. The selectmen unanimously approved a donation valued at $6,350 for...
Study Using AI Collar Finds Pet Acoustic Canine-Specific Music Reduces Pet Stress, Anxiety
PetPace, a leading pet health monitoring company in announced today the findings of a comprehensive study aimed at better understanding the effect of music on pet stress levels, with the goal of enabling more supportive environments for pet care. The study, done in conjunction with Pet Acoustics, producer of animal-specific auditory products, shows that Pet Acoustics music reduces stress levels in dogs more effectively than classical music and no music. This breakthrough offers an invaluable insight for kennel operators, veterinary clinics, and pet parents wanting to enhance the welfare of dogs under their care. The full study is published as a cover story the current issue of International Animal Health Journal.
Former Marblehead coach Timson to command Fenwick ship
It’s official. Bishop Fenwick has named Chris Timson its next boys basketball coach. He takes over from Kevin Moran, who retired at the end of the winter season. Timson is an alumnus who graduated from Fenwick in 1999, where he was on the basketball team before heading to Keene State to continue his hoops career.
Beth Preston rides in her seventh PMC, proving cancer research saves lives
WINCHESTER - Beth Preston, a Winchester resident since 2002 where she resides with her three kids and two dogs, is gearing up for her seventh Pan-Mass Challenge ride in the fight against cancer on Aug. 3 and 4. Preston herself was diagnosed with breast cancer in February of 2017 and joined the roughly one in eight women who receive that diagnosis. She stated she was grateful that there was regular screening in place that was able to detect her tumor. Throughout her year of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, she felt fortunate to have solid treatment options and a very good prognosis.
Hyannis man pleads guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm
BOSTON, MA – A Hyannis man pleaded guilty today to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Ryan Diefenbach, 33, pleaded guilty to one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm before U.S. Senior District Judge William G. Young who scheduled sentencing for Oct. 16, 2024. In November 2022, Diefenbach, along […] The post Hyannis man pleads guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm appeared first on CapeCod.com.
Vernon County domestic violence project to be featured at the international police conference in Boston, Mass.
VIROQUA, Wis. – Last year Vernon County was awarded a Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative (RVCRI) grant to address domestic violence , and this week Vernon County announced it has been invited to serve as a session panelist and presenter at the 2024 International Association of the Chiefs of Police’s (IACP’s) Conference & Exposition, scheduled for October 19th – 22nd in Boston, Mass. This annual event is one of the largest gatherings of law enforcement personnel in the country. Over 16,000 public safety professionals will attend this year’s event to learn new techniques, advance their knowledge and careers, and equip their department for ongoing success.
July 23, 2024: Live at Tanglewood for Koussevitzky's 150th
Monte and Kaliis pose with an outfit owned and worn by former music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the late Serge Koussevitzky. We broadcast live from the Tanglewood grounds to celebrate the 150th birthday of Serge Koussevitzky, conductor, composer, and former music director for the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO).
MBTA police seek suspect who allegedly ‘viciously’ beat homeless man
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to call 617-222-1050. MBTA Transit Police are looking for a suspect who allegedly beat an elderly homeless man earlier this month. Police are seeking Shaquille O. Manago, who reportedly attacked the victim around 3 a.m. on July 10 at Ashmont Station, according...
Cellarity Appoints Percy Carter, MBA, Ph.D., as Member of Board of Directors
SOMERVILLE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 25, 2024-- Cellarity, a life sciences company founded by Flagship Pioneering to transform the way medicines are created, today announced the appointment of Percy Carter, MBA, Ph.D., as a member of its Board of Directors. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240725482628/en/ Percy Carter, MBA, Ph.D., Cellarity Board of Directors Member (Photo: Business Wire)
Seven sought for beating up, robbing woman on Blue Hill Avenue in Roxbury
Boston Police report they are looking for seven men and women they say attacked and robbed a woman outside 218 Blue Hill Ave. around 7:40 a.m. on Monday. The victim suffered injuries not considered life threatening in the attack, in which at least one of the suspects was holding a knife.
A brutalist Boston landmark gets a new redevelopment plan — with a focus on housing
Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. The humidity is back, but fortunately not for long. Now, to the news:. Back to the drawing board: Gov. Maura Healey is...
Clougherty Pool in Charlestown reopening after 2-year renovation
BOSTON — A pool in Boston's Charlestown neighborhood is reopening Thursday after being closed for two years for renovations. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of the Clougherty Pool on Bunker Hill Street. The outdoor lap pool and family pool that close...
The latest push in the recovery of the Edgar Benjamin Healthcare Center? Christmas coming early
Even as summer temperatures beat down, for the about 70 residents of the Edgar Benjamin Healthcare Center on Mission Hill, Christmas is coming. The center is launching a fundraiser this week to bring new supplies and resources to the facility to support operations and care for patients. A list of...
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns to Big Night Live, 110 Causeway Street Boston, MA 02114 on July 30, 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Attendees from across the state as well as visitors will gather with anticipation and excitement for a number of exquisite culturally diverse culinary dishes. More than 800 enthusiasts and tastemakers will be attending, ready to guide you on a culinary adventure at Get Konnected’s 10th Annual A Taste of Ethnic Boston Food Festival.
Boston Police Seek Public's Help in Identifying Suspects of a Morning Armed Robbery in Roxbury
In an appeal to the public, the Boston Police Department (BPD) has requested assistance in identifying several individuals connected to an armed robbery that took place in Roxbury early Monday morning. According to a community alert issued by the BPD, the crime occurred around 7:40 AM on July 22, 2024, near 218 Blue Hill Avenue, where a group of seven individuals reportedly assaulted a victim and stole her belongings.
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