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50 Mass. beaches closed for bacteria as residents try to enjoy weekend
QUINCY - It's been a tough summer for Massachusetts residents as beaches across the state have been closed down due to high bacteria levels.Around 50 water sources closed for high bacteria"It's very frustrating," Patty Sarro of Quincy said. Over the past few months, the Mass Department of Public Health, working with the Department of Recreation and Conservation, has deemed dozens of water locations throughout the state closed due to high bacteria levels. "You have to pick and choose your spots, and obviously, you'd hope that the beaches will be open," Scott Simon of Somerville said. DCR reported that 50 locations were closed...
BUSINESS BRIEFS: Freeman Center new director; Berkshire Immigrant Center new directors; Literacy Network new directors; Tableaux Wealth new director; MountainOne President and CEO elected chair; BCC theatre program boosted
Pittsfield— The Board of Directors of Elizabeth Freeman Center (EFC) announce that effective September 16th, Divya Chaturvedi will assume the role of Executive Director. Chaturvedi follows in the footsteps of the current Executive Director, Janis Broderick, who is retiring after 16 years of outstanding service in this position. During Broderick’s tenure, EFC has more than tripled in size, significantly expanding the options available to survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual assault.
May 8, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Article Approvals and Extension
Warrant articles #21, #22, #23, #25, and #26 from the Annual Town Meeting have been approved by the Attorney General's Office. There is a 30-day extension for the decision letter regarding article #27. The Attorney General's letters can be viewed online at https://www.southhadley.org/1356/2023-to-2024.
Cuppa' Joe with Paul and Police Chief Gabriel Ting
Join us for coffee and conversation with Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman and Amherst Police Chief Gabriel Ting. Chief Ting began his official duties as Chief in May 2024 and has served in the Amherst Police Department for over 27 years. He grew up in Amherst, attended Amherst elementary, middle, and high schools, earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and worked his way through the ranks of the Amherst Police Department.
Massachusetts Football Kicks Off 2024 Season At McGuirk Against Eastern Michigan On Saturday
University of Massachusetts Football Game Notes & Information. Game 1 Massachusetts (0-0) vs. Eastern Michigan (0-0) Date | Time Saturday, August 31 | 3:30 p.m. Last Meeting | Sept. 16, 2023 | Rynearson Stadium, Ypsilanti, Mich. | Eastern Michigan 19, Massachusetts 17. Game Notes & Team Information. Massachusetts: Game Notes...
2024 UMass position group preview - Defensive Line
Our position group preview series returns once again ahead of the 2024 season as the UMass Minutemen enter their third season of Don Brown Era 2.0. UMass is looking to build on an improved 3-9 record from 2023 and challenge for an FBS-era record for wins as the play their final FBS Independent season. Ten position groups for the Minutemen, five on offense, four on defense and their special teams, will be covered ahead of the season that kicks off August 31st at McGuirk Alumni Stadium against Eastern Michigan.
Holyoke welcomes students back to their first day of school
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - It’s back to school for many this week across Western Massachusetts. Monday was the first day for students in Holyoke Public Schools. Superintendent Anthony Soto told us they are really looking to improve attendance this year. He told us the most important thing parents and families can do to help their kids succeed this school year is to make sure they show up.
Granby man arrested after 30 shots fired during neighbor dispute
GRANBY, Conn. (WTNH) — Granby police say one person was arrested after upwards of 30 discharged gunshots were found after a dispute between neighbors. The gunfire was reported on Morningside Drive around 7:30 p.m. Police said 30-year-old Stephen Gilbert was taken into custody and charged with: No injuries have been reported, according to police. This […]
Mosquito spraying due to EEE to begin in Worcester County this week. Here's where.
After announcing the first case of Eastern equine encephalitis in the state this year, Massachusetts officials will begin mosquito spraying in Worcester County this week. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced on Saturday that truck-mounted spraying for mosquitoes in areas of Worcester County starting Monday. ...
Mass. weather: Severe storms possible Monday, forecasters warn
Massachusetts could see numerous showers and thunderstorms beginning Monday afternoon, with almost the entire state at risk for severe storms, according to National Weather Service forecasters. Some of those storms could be capable of producing severe weather and heavy rain, forecasters wrote. Boston, Worcester and Springfield are all at a...
Banker & Tradesman Ranks Merrimack Valley Credit Union in its Fast 50 of 2024
Merrimack Valley Credit Union was recently ranked in Banker & Tradesman’s Fast 50 of 2024, coming in seventh for Growth in Commercial Loan Volume and 13th for Growth in Commercial Loan Units. The list ranks the 50 fastest-growing loan providers in Massachusetts, including credit unions, banks, mortgage and financial...
CityLine: The new state law that will help close the gender wage gap
BOSTON — TheBoston Women’s Workforce Council and the City of Boston’s Equity and Inclusion Cabinet share their efforts to push towards equal pay for women of color. The Massachusetts Wage Equity legislation, known as the Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act has been signed by Governor Maura Healey making Massachusetts the 11th state to put this law into effect--requiring employers to disclose salaries when posting job positions. Lauren Jones, Secretary of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development says the new bill on salary transparency will change the game for women in the workforce.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
Mass. State Lottery winner: $650,000 prize won off $5 scratch ticket
A Massachusetts State Lottery player won a $650,000 prize off a $5 scratch ticket, lottery officials said. The prize was claimed Friday. The winning ticket came from the game “Bonus 50X” and was sold at Regina Food Store in Everett. The odds of winning the game’s $1 million...
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