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Massachusetts Mom Saves Umpire’s Life At Little League Baseball Game
A Massachusetts Mom saves an umpire’s life at her son’s little league baseball game in this viral story. Thanks to her quick actions, he’s down but not out!. You rarely hear good stories about parents at baseball games. Usually, viral stories at games like this involve a parent being too intense. Thankfully, this is not one of those stories. Watch the aftermath as a Massachusetts mom saves umpire’s life in a video below!
Viral TSA TikTok involving SPAM led creator to sell this burger for charity
A last minute decision to go to the SPAM museum has led to a video with more than 5.5 million views and a new burger for Massachusetts residents. Joel Libed, of Worcester, originally only got a T-shirt and mug from a quick visit to the museum before a performance he was in in Austin, Minn. because he was worried about how he’d get the cans home. But after bonding with a woman helping with costumes, she gifted him the SPAM variety pack.
Mass.’ Hispanic population is growing, while whites are declining. Experts explain why
A new report shows that Hispanics and Latinos in the U.S. are growing in numbers, while the nation’s non-Hispanic population is slowly falling, a trend that highlights the influence of immigration patterns on racial demographics. Massachusetts is among a handful of states that saw a rise in its Hispanic...
Monday's Child: Curious, caring DeAndre, 14, is very adventurous and loves science
DeAndre, 14, is very adventurous. DeAndre is a curious, caring boy. DeAndre enjoys baking and play cooking. He loves to participate in school science activities and learning how things work. DeAndre is described as adventurous, curious, strong-willed, caring and creative. He likes engaging in new activities and playing outside on the playground. One of DeAndre’s favorite activities is exploring new places. He is very caring and is always there for his friends.
Vocal Karen Read supporters say they’ve had bleach-filled balloons thrown on their lawns
Canton police say they're investigating the balloon incidents and have sent evidence off for processing. Canton police are investigating after several residents vocal in their support of murder defendant. say their lawns were targeted with bleach-filled balloons. According to NBC10 Boston, which first reported on the damage, three of Read’s...
Pedestrian Struck by Car on Concord Road Crosswalk Dies
A 53-year-old Concord woman who authorities say was walking her bicycle across Concord Road at the Reformatory Branch Trail crosswalk on Saturday afternoon has died from injuries sustained after being struck by a car. The driver, a 34-year-old Billerica man, has been cited with operating a vehicle with a suspended...
Natick town government meetings for week of July 22: Tear down week at ZBA; MBTA Communities hearing; Dam update; Flavored tobacco discussion
A sampling of Natick town government meetings for the week of July 22, 2024. Board of Health (July 22, 5pm, online) Septic system discussions; Discussion and Decision: Status of Permit to Operate a Food Establishment Pizza by Rocco, 3 Union Street; Discussion: Flavored Tobacco Product Restriction Update and Enforcement Trends on Sale of Tobacco Products.
Real Estate Transfers ~ July 2, 2024
The Bedford Citizen posts real estate transfers through an agreement with The Warren Group. 80 Wilson Rd., a seven-room Ranch on 0.94 acres, built in 1959:. Sold by Evelyn D Rice Irt and Janet Rice on June 21, 2024 to Ivy Dev & Improvement LLC for $700,000. 1 Ellingson Rd.,...
Speed limit on busy Route 3 is going up
The traffic can be fierce on Route 3 between Route 128 in Burlington and the New Hampshire border, even on a good day. But as of Monday, MassDOT has advised drivers, the speed limit on the roadway has been increased from 55 to 65 mph. “It’s a busy corridor. It’s...
Best in Show: First Round of Group 3 Voting is Open!
The French Bulldog was the top dog breed in the United States last year, according to the American Kennel Club, followed by perennial favorites Labrador Retriever and Golden Retriever. In Bedford, every dog is of the favorite dog breed, because all dogs are the number one dogs. But in The...
Great Night of Music and Fun with Patterson Lee; Stacey & The Party is Next Up on Thursday
As the sun was setting, the temperature trickling down, and the steamy humidity of the day dissipating, many people of all ages came out to the Town’s “Activity Complex” along Mudge Way last Thursday to enjoy the second of the Bedford Recreation Department’s Summer Concerts, featuring Patterson Lee.
There’s a Vacancy on Bedford Planning Board
The deadline for applying for appointment to fill a six-plus-month seat on the Bedford Planning Board is 1 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 9. The vacancy results from the resignation of Jacinda Barbehenn, who is moving out of town. Under the town bylaws, the remaining members of the board, in a joint meeting with the Select Board, interview applicants and name a replacement to serve until the next town election, March 8, 2025. The remaining year will be on the local ballot.
Bestselling author to hold virtual talk for the library
READING - Elizabeth Acevedo, author of “the Power of Poetry”, is set to virtually visit the Reading Public Library on July 23. During the talk from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Acevedo will “provide a short reading from her National Book Award winning and New York Times bestselling novel-in-verse, The Poet X serving as the backdrop.”
Ciolfi reflects on his growth approaching two-year anniversary
Guy Ciolfi, the owner of Chicken & The Pig, celebrates growth and community involvement as his restaurant approaches its two-year anniversary. After nearly two years operating the restaurant, Ciolfi advises aspiring restaurant owners that “it’s hard work.” Despite the hard work, he has continued to develop his restaurant while giving back to the community of Lynnfield.
Weymouth Mixed-Use Garners Construction Financing
Anton Cela’s Cela Development Inc. has secured $6.34 million in financing from Rockland Trust for the construction of a mixed-use property on Bridge Street in Weymouth, MA. The property spans three floors totaling 31,000 square feet, with the ground level designated for retail space. The second and third floors will contain a mix of 20 one- and two-bedroom apartment units.
Cronin joins Wakefield Co-operative Bank as AVP, branch manager
Lala Cronin has joined Wakefield Co-operative Bank as assistant vice president and branch manager of its full-service Lynnfield location. With 12 years of solid financial industry experience, Cronin excels at helping customers with the bank products and services that meet their needs as well as building lasting relationships. “We are...
Driver Was On Phone When He Hit, Killed Woman In Bedford: DA
A 34-year-old Billerica man is believed to have been on his phone when he crashed into a 53-year-old woman, killing her, authorities said. The man, whose name was not released, hit the woman on Saturday, July 20, just after 3:30 p.m. as she walked her bicycle across Concord Street, the Middles…
July Jubilation brings shoppers, families, music to Wellesley Square
Wellesley Square‘s annual July Jubilation celebration on Saturday drew crowds downtown for bargains, family activities, food, and music. Ella Stern, our Natick Report intern, swung by to capture some of the scene. Please send tips, photos, ideas to theswellesleyreport@gmail.com.
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