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Wilmington company Action Ambulance receives workforce development funding grant
BOSTON — Recently, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced $15.9 million in workforce development grant funding for 22 initiatives in various locations across Massachusetts. The grants represent partnerships with employers, training providers, and regional collaborators in an effort to train, upskill, and provide job placement for 2,182 unemployed and underemployed workers for in-demand occupations in health care, human services, life sciences, culinary arts, and more.
Revolutionary War Re-enactment Returns to Old Sturbridge Village
STURBRIDGE, Mass. — Old Sturbridge Village is set to host "Redcoats and Rebels," one of New England's largest Revolutionary War re-enactments, on Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4. The event promises a weekend of historical immersion, featuring nearly 600 costumed re-enactors from across the region portraying both soldiers and civilians from the Revolutionary War era.
Local Food Drive In Haverhill Catches Big Attention On Social Media
HAVERHILL, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — Haverhill residents are hooked on a new trend: taking pictures with a tuna fish mascot. This is all part of the Tuna in July campaign, launched by nonprofit 411 Cares last year, where they try to collect five thousand tuna cans and mayonnaise to make sandwiches for local veterans, seniors, and the unhoused.
Bellingham Police looking for missing 68-year-old
BELLINGHAM, Mass. (WLNE) — The Bellingham Police Department is asking the public for assistance locating a missing 68-year-old man. Arthur Connor was reported missing around 2 p.m. Saturday after leaving his residence on Country Way. Police said he was last seen possibly hitchhiking on Lake Street in the direction...
Bellingham Days August 8th -August 10th
Bellingham Days is back again. The fun begins on Thursday August 8th at 6 p.m. when the carnival opens for their first night of fun at Bellingham Memorial Middle School. Take a ride, try your hand at their games or maybe have some cotton candy or fried dough. Then feel free to return on Friday night at 6 p.m. for more carnival fun!
Bellingham Boosts IT Infrastructure with $9,263 Grant from Mass. Interlocal Insurance Association
In July, Bellingham was awarded a $9,263 grant from the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association (MIIA), the town’s property and casualty insurance provider, to fund information technology (IT) upgrades that help safeguard data, ensure the continuous operations of services, and protect the town against evolving cyber threats. “Funds from this...
3-Sport Captain, 3X All-Star Kay Had an Incredible Season in Softball at BVT
Lynsey Kay compiled a GPA of 4.0 and will attend Regis College where she’ll focus on a career as a dental hygienist. Lynsey Kay’s senior year of softball at Blackstone Valley Tech produced some dynamic numbers — 11 home runs (school record), 21 RBIs, 28 runs, 39 hits, 26 stolen bases in 26 attempts and an on-base percentage of .506.
Madison Elliott Secures Cheerleading Role at UConn
Madison Elliott competed on the Blackhawks’ squad for five years, was a two-time captain and captured Tri Valley League all-star awards six times. Madison Elliott had a dynamic career as a cheerleader for Bellingham High, and later this month, she’ll be attending classes at the University of Connecticut, where she’s already been selected to the Huskies’ 27-member cheerleading team.
Bellingham Safety Officials Aim to Be Age & Dementia Friendly
“Dementia is our biggest challenge,” says Bellingham Police Chief Ken Fitzgerald. “More training is needed, so when officers respond to an emergency, they know whether they’re dealing with someone suffering from dementia or a younger person in crisis.”. The current effort in Bellingham for the town to...
Library Resources of the Month – Bellingham History
There are a number of online resources that can be accessed through the library’s website pertaining to the history of Bellingham. These include the Bellingham High School Yearbooks, Town of Bellingham Annual Reports, Vital Records of Bellingham, History of the Town of Bellingham 1719-1919, two books about Deborah Sampson, and Massachusetts Memories Road Show Photographs.
4H ALARM Robotics Builds Leaders as Well as Robots
Shown is the 4H ALARM FRC Robotics Team after winning the First “Engineering Inspiration Award” at the New England District Championship. The 23 young members of the 4H ALARM FRC Robotics Team 2079, who meet regularly at Franklin’s Red Brick Schoolhouse, had a momentous year building their 120 lb. robot, “Hydra,” and entering it into several First Robotics Competitions this year. This group certainly earns their name, an acronym for “A Lot of Awesome Robot Makers.” Participating in First Robotics Competitions (FRC) run by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), the team of students from 8th to 12th grade from 11 local towns, first became second place finalist and winner of the Team Spirit Award at the New England District BSU Event 2024, and later won the prestigious Engineering Inspiration Award at both the New England District Championship in West Springfield and WPI. The latter earned them a spot at the World Championship at Houston, Texas.
“Warrior Family” to Collect Books for Boston NICUs at Farmers Market
Adrianna and Joe Costanzo are happy to say that their “miracle baby” Anthony is now a healthy, happy 4-year-old. The family will be collecting new and used books (in good condition) for Boston-area NICU’s at the August 2nd Franklin Farmers Market. Four-year-old Anthony Francis Costanzo, of Franklin,...
Save the Date: September 28th Franklin’s Harvest Festival
The 21st Annual Harvest Festival is set for Sat., Sept. 28, with a rain date of Sun. Sept. 29, from 12 noon to 5 p.m. It will take place on Main Street and the surrounding streets in downtown Franklin. Put it on your calendar!. Organized by the Franklin Downtown Partnership,...
Massachusetts Weather: Expect Muggy Conditions and Showers Next Week
Boston, MA – The weather in Massachusetts will remain quiet and dry for the rest of today and into Sunday, with temperatures ranging from 79°F to 87°F. However, increasing clouds are expected as a weak low-pressure system approaches, bringing a chance for rain late Sunday night into Monday.
Shelter children may be headed to KP
NORFOLK - It looks like the crisis on the southern border will impact two local school systems. The town of Norfolk and King Philip Regional school systems may be required to educate some children being housed in the temporary homeless family shelter the state recently set up in a former Norfolk prison.
Patriots Extend Key Defender Ahead of the 2024 Season
It's been an offseason full of change for the New England Patriots. They have Jerod Mayo and Eliot Wolf now running the show as they look to rebuild this roster. They have a nice mix of young players and veterans on the squad but it will still be an uphill climb for this crew in 2024.
Police ‘Roll Down Window’ Law In Mass. Explained
Resistance to authority is on the rise in America and it seems every video of an interaction with an officer on YouTube or social media is someone trying to boast about knowing their rights and flexing that knowledge. What's the deal with what you must do when you get pulled...
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