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Everett Man Prasiddha Baruwal Ruled Not Competent to Stand Trial for Mission Hill Pub Arson in Boston
An Everett man, Prasiddha Baruwal, facing charges for allegedly starting a fire at the Squealing Pig pub in Boston's Mission Hill, has been deemed not competent to stand trial. During a court hearing on Friday, reports from NBC Boston indicated that the judge accepted a motion from Baruwal's attorneys on the basis of his mental competency, or lack thereof. The 23-year-old attempted to speak several times during the hearing but was advised by his lawyer against it.
Boston Celtics team president Brad Stevens weighs in on potential team sale
By now, we have heard from not only Boston Celtics majority owner and team Governor Wyc Grousbeck on why he and his family plan to sell their majority share of the Celtics. Also, we have heard from minority owner Steve Pagliuca’s interest in becoming the team’s majority owner. We have also heard from players currently on Boston’s roster like star forward Jayson Tatum on the likely sale of the storied ball club, as well as from several league analysts, reporters, and even the NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. But one person we have heard nary a word from on the sale of...
The Cooke Book: Parziale on a memorable streak
BILLERICA — When Gennaro Parziale stepped into the batter’s box eying a two-run deficit against Brookline in the seventh inning on Saturday, the plan was simple. “I was thinking nukes,” said Parziale with a grin. “I’m the tying run, so I just wanted to go yard. And I did.”
Mom Saves Ump’s Life At Little League Playoff Game
Last week, surgical oncologist Dr. Jennifer LaFemina saved the life of a Little League umpire during her son's baseball game in Oxford, Massachusetts. A foul ball hit The home plate umpire in the neck and initially stayed in the game. However, LaFemina noticed troubling symptoms and convinced the ump to leave the field for his safety.
iLottery in Mass. budget deal could give way to ‘modern’ experience, director says
ILottery could soon light up Massachusetts screens after legislative negotiators included language in a compromise budget deal to make online sales legal, a move the Lottery Director said will give players a “modern lottery experience.”. The $58 billion budget plan was unveiled on Thursday and included other items like...
Mass. State Lottery winner: $1 million ‘Monopoly’ prize claimed
Two Massachusetts lottery players came forward on Thursday to each claim $1 million prizes — and one was from the Lottery’s “Monopoly” game. The $1 million prize in “$4,000,000 Monopoly Doubler” was from a ticket sold in Salem at Armas Convenience Store. There are still five $1 million prizes remaining to be claimed in the game, and three $4 million grand prizes.
Last eBay Employee Sentenced in Cyberstalking Campaign Against Massachusetts Couple
The final chapter in a harrowing tale of corporate overreach and cyberstalking has closed with the sentencing of Brian Gilbert, the last of seven former eBay employees embroiled in a campaign of harassment against a Massachusetts couple. Gilbert, who served as eBay’s Senior Manager of Special Operations for the Global Security Team, faced U.S. Senior District Court Judge William G. Young in Boston and was handed a sentence that included time served, one year of supervised release, and a fine of $20,000, as reported by the U.S. Attorney’s Office of the District of Massachusetts.
Four-bedroom home sells in Northborough for $760,000
The property located at 33 Tomahawk Drive in Northborough was sold on June 21, 2024 for $760,000, or $494 per square foot. The house, built in 1984, has an interior space of 1,540 square feet. This single-story home offers a spacious layout with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. On the exterior, the house is characterized by a gable roof design, featuring roofing made of asphalt. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. In addition, the home includes an underground/basement two-car garage. The lot of the property is substantial, measuring 0.5-acre.
Talking Grateful Dead With Nick Swift From Bearly Dead And Mike Hsu
For almost a decade Bearly Dead have been honoring the spirit of The Grateful Dead with their own twist on the band’s popular and more deep tracks. Singer and guitar player Nick Swift talks to Mike Hsu about how they approach the Dead’s music, what the hardcore Dead Heads think and his favorite era of their over 50 year career. He also does a sweet version of their song “Ripple” at the end! Catch Bearly dead at Off The Rails in Worcester, Mass on July 25!
Small fire briefly pauses Kane Brown concert at Fenway Park
BOSTON (WHDH) - A small fire in a scaffolding paused a concert at Fenway Park on Saturday night. Country singer Kane Brown shared video of the fire on his Instagram page. The concert was paused for about 10 minutes while stage crews worked to put out the flames. (Copyright (c)...
A new odyssey for the Trojans: The 2024 Bridgewater-Raynham football schedule
Only a few weeks remain before the return of high school football in the Greater Taunton area. Ahead of the tryouts and training camps, and before the first kickoff whistle sounds under those famed Friday night lights in the Greater Taunton area, the Taunton Daily Gazette is kicking off our 2024 high school football coverage with a look at all four area team's schedules, and next up is Bridgewater-Raynham.
Celtics Summer League notebook: Anton Watson’s roster case and Jordan Walsh’s head space
In their final Summer League game, with an outside shot at the playoffs on the line, the Boston Celtics came up short against the Dallas Mavericks. The Finals rematch ended in a 101-90 victory for Dallas, who earned their first win of Summer League. Jaelen House led the Celtics in...
Red Sox get unfortunate Triston Casas update, positive Vaughn Grissom news
Multiple proposed dates for Triston Casas' return to the Boston Red Sox roster have come and gone with no significant progress in the first baseman's recovery. The most recent news from Alex Cora suggests the pattern will continue. The skipper reported in the first week of July that Casas was taking dry swings and "felt better," but he hasn't progressed much further.
We’re One Wilmington Wishes To Assist Families In Need With School Supplies
WILMINGTON, MA — We’re One Wilmington is collecting school supplies for Wilmington families in need as well as for care packages to Wilmington Public Schools. If you know of someone who needs help with school supplies, please have them submit this form to info@onewilmington.org. Like Wilmington Apple on...
"Someone Must Have Taken the Bar Exam for You" Was Just Insult, Not Libel
From Massachusetts Superior Court Judge John Pappas's opinion in Lucey v. Kinnon, decided last month but just posted on Westlaw; seems correct to me:. Mr. Kinnon's allegedly defamatory statement was made to … Mr. Lucey … in response to a comment Mr. Lucey made under a post Mr. Kinnon published on the Facebook Group, "Malden (MA) Politics." The group has over 2000 members, and "is a forum for discussion of local events and political issues relevant to Malden and the surrounding area." Mr. Lucey alleges that he and Mr. Kinnon have a history of online exchanges "dating back years," and that Mr. Kinnon has engaged in casting "obnoxious" insults at him, including those attacking his skill as an attorney and his intellectual prowess…. The [allegedly defamatory] comment, in full, reads as follows:
WILMINGTON LOTTERY ROUNDUP: 12 Recent Winners In Town, Including $5K Winner At Nouria
WILMINGTON, MA — Find out where large winning lottery and scratch tickets have recently been sold in Wilmington:. Fri, Jul 19, 2024 — $1,000 — $2,000,000 50X Cashword — Sunrise Market. Fri, Jul 19, 2024 — $1,000 — $5,000,000 100X CASHWORD — Sunrise Market...
Back for a new season: Codman Square Farmers Market
On Saturday, the first market of the season will take place in Codman Square! Featuring fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, and more, the Codman Square Farmers Market is a weekly event at Loesch Family Park from 11am-2pm. In addition to produce, there are other vendors like Cles Cuddly Creations, Bling + Beauty, and Lisa Graustein Ceramics. Plus, there will be live music, family fun, kids activities, and more!
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