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4 men in alleged Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut retail theft ring arrested after robbery of 80-year-old
Four men were arrested for an Organized Retail Theft following an investigation by Hingham and Weymouth Police on Friday in a Hingham shopping center parking lot. According to Hingham Police, on July 19th, Hingham Detectives were contacted by Weymouth Police Detectives who had observed suspicious activity by the four men inside an SUV at a shopping center in Weymouth and followed the SUV into the Derby Street Shops in Hingham. Detectives continued to observe the suspicious activity of the men as they walked in and out of the Apple Store.
Mill City improves to 5-0: Eagles blow out Randolph, play in Lowell on Saturday
The Mill City Eagles football team continued its terrific start to the season with a 40-16 victory over the Randolph Oilers. The win improved the Eagles to 5-0 on the season in the East Coast Football League. Mill City will be back in action on Saturday on its home field,...
West Nile found in Abington; residents urged to stay skeeter safe
Three mosquitoes from Abington’s southeast corner tested positive for West Nile Virus this week, according to town health officials. These mosquitos were collected on July 23, and were tested by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. West Nile Virus is most commonly transmitted to humans by the bite of...
'That is what he was here to do for Team USA': Worcester's Stephen Nedoroscik shines in Olympic debut
Worcester Tech graduate Stephen Nedoroscik shined in his first taste of the Summer Olympics on Saturday morning, as the pommel horse specialist showed why he was selected to the U.S. men's gymnastics team with a strong showing on his signature event in the first day of competition at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Nedoroscik put up a score of 15.200 to send him to the individual final on that apparatus as the United States...
CCBL Late Season Awards: The Cape Cod Times' Allen Gunn weighs in on award leaders
With the Cape Cod Baseball League regular season nearing its climax ahead of the playoffs, I (Allen Gunn) made my selections for Most Valuable Player, Most Outstanding Pitcher, Most Outstanding Relief Pitcher and Newcomer of the Year for the East and West Divisions if the season was to end today. There have been several outstanding individual performances with many players having left their mark on the most prestigious collegiate summer baseball league in the country, which made...
New Bedford Day in Fort Myers, Florida Faces Big Changes
For 20 years, New Bedford snowbirds who winter in sunny Florida and those who've moved there permanently have gathered in Fort Myers to celebrate their hometown. New Bedford Day was founded in 2004 by former New Bedford Mayor Brian J. Lawler and his wife Johan. The Lawlers, recognizing the benefits of bringing hundreds of former New Bedfordites together to reminisce and renew old acquaintances, designated the second Tuesday in March as New Bedford Day.
A secret wedding, erosion, and more: Some of our most-read Cape Cod stories of the week
The dog days of summer are here on Cape Cod and it has been a busy season on the Cape. The Barnstable County Fair is underway, an Eastham woman hit it big on a scratch ticket, fallout continues from the broken Vineyard Wind blade, and more. Also, don't forget to check out Cape Cod Times sports coverage of the Cape Cod Baseball League, including voting in our polls for best Cape league pitcher, infielder, and outfielder of the week in our polls. Plus, be sure...
To reduce racist bullying, Mass. attorney general steps in with action plan for Southwick schools
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is stepping in with an action plan at the Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School District. This comes after complaints of racist bullying, including when Southwick Regional School students held a mock slave auction on Snapchat in February. The district will follow a 12-step plan to ensure...
Two vehicle crash reported on Bearse’s Way in Hyannis
HYANNIS – Friday afternoon about 3:15 PM, there was a two-vehicle crash on Bearses Way at the rear entrance to the Olive Garden Restaurant in Hyannis. There were no injuries. Barnstable Police are investigating the crash. Photos by John P. Carroll/CWN. Cape Wide News was created in 1998 by...
Assistant principal who quietly resigned from Hull High hired in similar position in Mansfield
Julie Burke, now known as Julie Burke Israel, was mentioned among other hires by Mansfield Superintendent Teresa Murphy in a district newsletter on June 20. When questioned about Burke’s absence from Hull High in May, former Superintendent Judith Kuehn asked that the public “respect her privacy” and would give no further details about the administrator’s prolonged absence. Burke Israel did not attend Hull High’s graduation, and her resignation was not discussed at the school committee’s June 24 meeting. The Times’ request to committee Chair David Twombly about why the district did not announce Burke Israel’s departure has gone unanswered.
Plymouth Hero Anthony Rescues Lost Family with Toddler in Myles Standish State Forest
In a heartwarming act of kindness, Lynette Tilton of Plymouth took to Facebook on July 22 to share a story that highlights the best of humanity. Her post aimed to reach a young man named Anthony, who selflessly helped her and her family during a recent outing in Myles Standish State Forest.
Massachusetts Ranks #1 State in the US for Best School System
It's pretty crazy to think that public education spending in the U.S. is now over $18,614 per student annually, according to National Center for Education Statistics. But how does all that cash stack up when it comes to actual school performance?. WalletHub just released its 2024 report on the states...
Storm system developing this weekend to smack New England coast with whipping winds, gnarly waves
The FOX Forecast Center is monitoring the evolution of an upper-level low off the mid-Atlantic, which is expected to approach the coast of New England during the early workweek, increasing the chances of unpleasant beach weather.
Mass. Lottery’s Biggest Prize Winner Ever
What's the most amount of money you'll part with for a scratch ticket? Massachusetts has offered a $50 instant ticket for about 18 months now, but I've only purchased one. Scratch tickets are a great gift idea for gambling enthusiasts and are super fun to receive as well, but we all know Powerball is where the big money is at.
Berkshire region real estate sales
19 Grandview: Walter M Asdikian Jr T and Karen J. Landry of Adams to Sara L. Feth, $312,000 on 07/12/2024. 37-39 Grove Street: Francis S Szpak T and Berkshre Bank Tr of Adams to D&d Re Ventures LLC, $130,000 on 07/09/2024. 53 Spring Street: Adams Town Of of Adams to...
Bankrupt Steward Health to close two Massachusetts hospitals
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Bankrupt hospital owner Steward Health Care will close two locations in Massachusetts after failing to find a buyer for them, the company said Friday. Steward filed for bankruptcy in May, putting all of its 31 hospitals up for sale in an effort to address its $9 billion debt.
Wildfire smoke could be visible in Massachusetts during weekend
BOSTON - It's looking like a great weekend weatherwise in Massachusetts, though you may notice some haze in the sky from wildfires on the west coast.If you were outdoors Thursday night, you likely noticed a big change in the feel of the air. Humidity levels dropped big time yesterday and the airmass overhead will remain quite dry and comfy right through this weekend.Wildfire smoke could be visibleFriday will be a sparkling day with nearly wall to wall sunshine. However, you may notice a bit of a hue or touch of haze in the air in some locations. This is our...
7-Year-Old From Massachusetts is a Finalist in National Mullet Competition
Now this is a contest I can support. Mullets are making a comeback, whether you like it or not. Today, a "modern mullet" is a very popular hairstyle with boys and men of all ages. A "modern mullet" is simply a mullet with not as much hair hanging on to...
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