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WPI Summer Camp Encourages Girls to Think Big About Math
WPI’s first fall term is still about a month away, but that doesn’t mean it’s quiet here over the summer. Campus this time of year is teeming with summer activities, including Girls Talk Math, an innovative day program designed to make STEM a more inclusive educational and career pathway.
Kane Brown Issues Apology After a Fire Disrupts His Sold-Out Fenway Park Show, Fans Exit to “We Didn’t Start the Fire”
After establishing a massive social media following, Kane Brown broke onto the country music scene with his 2015 hit “Used to Love You Sober.” In October 2017, the Tennessee native became the first artist to achieve simultaneous No. 1 hits on all five main Billboard country charts. Recently Brown, 30, played his second sold-out show at Boston’s historic Fenway Park. Unfortunately, the “Miles On It” singer had to cut his Saturday (July 20) show short after a small fire broke out near the stage. Now, Brown is speaking out about the incident.
Parts of Green Hill Parkway to Close for a Month
WORCESTER – Roadwork set to begin on Green Hill Parkway on Monday, July 29, will close access to the park from Channing Street for about a month, according to the city of Worcester. Access to both the park and Green Hill Golf Course must enter from Belmont Street, via...
30,000 pounds of food to be donated to Boston families ahead of Puerto Rican festival
BOSTON — Volunteers are hard at work packing 3,000 bags of food for those in need outside the Boys and Girls Club in Dorchester. "It's very helpful to see the young kids get involved and operate this; it's like a factory," said Marilyn Rivera, president of the Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts.
Is Worcester’s 311 System Helping to Clean Up the City?
Emergency Communications and Management Commissioner Charles Goodwin runs down the history of the 311 system in Worcester. From the original idea to the implementation over the past year. The growing pains and plans for the future. This Tuesday, July 23, Worcester will open a 311 Customer Service Center at 799 Main St. The center will be open Tuesday through Saturdays and will have service representatives on site to handle complaints about trash and more. You can continue to use the 311 app. to report illegal dumping and other issues.
Carmelo Anthony shares strange comment about Jayson Tatum
Carmelo Anthony said that Jayson Tatum isn't the face of the NBA because he doesn't have the "aura" that Anthony Edwards does. Melo then went on to say that if Tatum did have that level of "aura," it'd be over. Melo was alluding to the type of deadly game-winning plays...
Nikita Zadorov Joins Boston Bruins Despite Vancouver Canucks’ Interest
In Pittsburgh, trade rumors involving goaltender Tristan Jarry were debunked by Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now, citing his uneven performance and decreased trade value. Meanwhile, in Calgary, the Flames are amidst a significant roster overhaul as they prepare for the opening of their new arena, prompting questions on their contender status. Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov expressed interest in returning to the Vancouver Canucks during free agency but ultimately joined the Bruins for a better opportunity to win and support his family.
A Red Sox-Mets trade for reunion that fills Boston’s biggest need
The Boston Red Sox are in need of a right-handed power bat in their lineup this year at the trade deadline, which is now just over a week away. Chances are they'll be active in the trade market as they look to fill an important need to bolster their roster for a playoff run. Perhaps they could add a familiar face in a trade with the New York Mets.
Franks a Lot, Boston College!: BC 2024 Graduate Takes Over Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
Nearing graduation, many seniors scrambled to figure out where their next destination would be after leaving the Heights. Applications for internships and jobs were turned in left and right to law firms, engineering corporations, and other businesses all over the world. Among these new BC alumni, there is one that...
Northern Lights Possible Over Maine, New Hampshire, & New York This Week
For those who love to view celestial phenomena, 2024 has been a great year. In addition to the eclipse, the comet, and the annual meteor showers, we have also had increased Aurora Borealis activity. There have already been several opportunities, one in March and one in April, to see the...
Roundup: MOT Seniors two wins from Series; Indian River's Illian transfers to UD
MOT downed Rhode Island, 14-1, in the East Region semifinals of the Senior League softball tournament on Monday afternoon. The victory puts the Delaware state champions just two wins away from ...
Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tournament 2024: Cohen Ashby’s mammoth homer powers Auburn; Harrison’s CJ Atanasio dazzles on day one
Day one of the Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tournament came as advertised on Monday night at Great Kills LL. Hard-hit knocks and potent pitching set the tone for what should be an exciting week of Pool B action, which features four of the tourney’s eight remaining teams in the state.
Watchdog visits Morton Hospital in Taunton to see if bankruptcy's putting patients at risk
A court-appointed watchdog found no cause for concern about patient care and safety at Morton Hospital in Taunton. When Steward Health Care declared bankruptcy and put their hospitals up for sale, the judge chose Suzanne Koenig as "patient care ombudsman." Her job is to inspect the facilities and flag dangers to patients. The Boston-born, Dallas-based for-profit company operates multiple hospitals in Massachusetts and nationwide, including Good Sam in Brockton, Morton Hospital in Taunton, and St. Anne's Hospital...
More Funds Requested for Ball Lane Housing Project
Report on the Meeting of the Amherst Municipal Affordable Housing Trust, July 11, 2024. This meeting was held over Zoom and was recorded. It can be viewed here. Carol Lewis and Erica Piedade (Co-Chairs), Rob Crowner, Grover Wehman Brown, Allegra Clark, Gaston de los Reyes, and Alex Cox. Staff: Greg...
Milford man accused in deadly Hopkinton road rage incident held without bail after superior court arraignment
WOBURN, MASS. (WHDH) - A Milford man accused of hitting and killing a woman with his car in Hopkinton earlier this year was ordered held without bail during a superior court arraignment Tuesday. Ryan Sweatt, 36, was first arraigned in Framingham District Court in April. Now appearing in Middlesex Superior...
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