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Rafaela and Duran hit HRs and Red Sox beat Marlins 8-3
MIAMI - Kutter Crawford gave up three hits and one run over six solid innings, Ceddanne Rafaela and Jarren Duran homered and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 8-3 on Tuesday night.Masataka Yoshida had three hits and Rafael Devers singled twice and drove in two runs for the Red Sox. Each player in Boston's lineup had at least one hit. Crawford (4-7) struck out seven. It was the right-hander's sixth consecutive start of at least six innings and his 12th this season. Devers' two-run single in the first gave Boston the early lead. Duran walked and Wilyer Abreu...
3 people rushed to hospital after RV bursts into flames in Peabody
PEABODY - Three men were rushed to the hospital after an RV burst into flames in Peabody.Three generations injured in RV explosionTwo men were medflighted to a nearby hospital, and another was taken in an ambulance after being burned in the fire. There is no update on their condition, but investigators said all three were alert and talking.Peabody Fire Chief Jay Dowling said that the victims are family members who were working on the RV when it caught fire. Neighbors said the victims were a grandfather, son, and grandson who were preparing the RV for a trip to the Grand...
Cape Cod Jazz and Arts Festival kicks off 20th year with Tony Award winner Alan Cumming
HARWICH - Summer nights, incredible views, and unforgettable music are all part of the Cape Cod Jazz and Arts Festival, now celebrating its 20th year. Now, live musicians will be performing every Tuesday and Wednesday during July and August.Tony Award Winner Alan Cumming Two decades ago, the former owners of the Wequassett Resort and Golf Club in Harwich wanted to come up with a way to lure more guests during the week. So, they decided to start bringing in live musicians for entertainment.This year, Tony-award-winning performer Alan Cumming will kick off the festival. "I'll try and be a bit swingy, but...
Beacon Hills may help homeowners whose foundations are crumbling
BOSTON - Homeowners across the state who rallied on Beacon Hill asking for help to pay for their crumbling foundations may soon see some relief.Why are foundations crumbling?Thursday night, state senators approved an amendment to the Affordable Housing Act that will create a fund for Massachusetts residents whose foundations are failing. The problem is a natural mineral called pyrrhotite, which eventually causes concrete foundations to crumble - and insurance doesn't cover the costs. The state now mandates quarries to test their product for pyrrhotite."The next step is finding the best methods for funding this effort," State Sen. Peter Durant, R-Spencer,...
Trump sentencing delayed as judge weighs Supreme Court immunity ruling
The judge who presided over Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York agreed on Tuesday to postpone Trump's sentencing hearing until September as he considers a challenge stemming from the Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity.Justice Juan Merchan informed Trump's lawyers and Manhattan prosecutors of his decision to delay the July 11 sentencing in response to a pair of letters from the two sides following the Supreme Court's ruling on Monday. The high court found that former presidents enjoy broad immunity for official acts, and said evidence involving those acts cannot be used in prosecutions over unofficial activity.Hours after the...
July 4th gas prices expected to hit lowest level in 3 years
Low gas prices are something for drivers to celebrate this July 4th, with costs at the pump expected to hit their lowest levels since 2021. The average price of gasoline on Independence Day is expected to be $3.49 per gallon nationwide, the lowest price it's been on the busy travel holiday in three years, according to GasBuddy, a fuel savings platform. That could mean serious cost savings compared with a few years ago for the 60.6 million motorists who are expected to travel by car to celebrate the federal holiday, according to AAA.Last year, this national average price of gas was $3.50,...
Best deals on portable monitors ahead of Prime Day 2024
Sometimes one monitor just isn't enough. Whether you're a digital nomad, a traveling pro or just someone who wants more screen real estate, a portable monitor can dramatically boost your productivity. It means extra space and extra chances to get some work done. if you're looking to pick up a portable monitor right now, you'll be excited to know that there are a few options available ahead of Amazon Prime Day that you can save big on. The big 48-hour sale event is on its way, but you don't have to wait until it's officially here to save on a few...
FDA approves new Alzheimer's treatment from Eli Lilly
The Food and Drug Administration approved a new Alzheimer's treatment called donanemab on Tuesday, clearing the way for the third addition to a new class of drugs aimed at slowing the brain's decline in patients facing the early stages of the disease. Branded as Kisunla by drugmaker Eli Lilly, donanemab's approval follows years of setbacks and delays in getting the experimental Alzheimer's treatment to market, despite promising clinical trial results.Eli Lilly says the drug will be available within weeks following the approval."Kisunla demonstrated very meaningful results for people with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease, who urgently need effective treatment options. We know...
Concern mounts among lawmakers, donors over Biden's candidacy
Washington — Several days after President Biden's shaky debate performance, the president, his campaign and the Democratic Party have failed to allay the concerns of a number of Democratic lawmakers and financial backers.Rep. Lloyd Doggett of Texas became the first Democratic lawmaker to call on President Biden to drop out of the presidential race in the wake of his debate performance last week, saying Tuesday that he is "hopeful that he will make the painful and difficult decision to withdraw.""While much of his work has been transformational, he pledged to be transitional," the Texas Democrat said in a statement. "He...
West Newton Cinema saved from being torn down through fundraising efforts
NEWTON -- Thanks in part to an anonymous $5.2 million donation, the West Newton Cinema is likely to be saved from being demolished. What happened to West Newton Cinema?The beloved West Newton Cinema has been in the heart of the town's square for more than 85 years. But with the pandemic causing the theater to lose revenue, owners had to sell it in 2022 to Mark Development. Mark Development had planned to tear the theater down to redevelop the rest of the area, but Newton community members formed the West Newton Cinema Foundation in an effort to prevent the demolition.Efforts to save West...
Car dealerships still struggling 2 weeks after CDK cyberattack
Most U.S. car dealerships are still struggling to sell cars, with repercussions from a cyberattack on software provider CDK Global lingering two weeks after the breach. Hackers took down CDK's sales and client management software tools two weeks ago, crippling the auto industry in what the company called a "ransom event." CDK has not disclosed whether or not it has paid the group behind the ransom attack, but said it has been successful in slowly restoring automated sales tools for its dealership clients. Still, the hack has taken a sizable chunk out of June car sales — more than 5% compared with June 2023,...
"Landmark" blood transfusion saves patient before he's rushed to Boston hospital
CANTON - For the first time in Massachusetts, a whole blood transfusion saved the life of a patient before he could be brought to a hospital."Landmark event"Last Saturday, a 35-year-old man was seriously hurt in a car crash in Braintree. He was in shock, bleeding internally and his blood pressure was low. It took about 45 minutes to remove him from the wreckage.Paramedics reached out to the Canton Fire Department, which has a new field transfusion program. It was the first time a team in the state gave a whole blood transfusion to a patient in "a prehospital setting," according...
Trooper's conduct in Karen Read case leads state police to "look in the mirror"
BOSTON – Massachusetts State Police Col. John Mawn said his department needs to "look in the mirror" and work to rebuild public trust in the aftermath of the Karen Read murder trial, which led to Trooper Michael Proctor being relieved of duty for his handling of the case.Proctor was the lead investigator in the case, which ended Monday with a mistrial. What did Trooper Michael Proctor do?During his testimony in the trial, Proctor was forced to read derogatory text messages he sent to friends and family about Read. The messages came to light as a part of a federal investigation...
Aliens could be "walking among us," researchers suggest
CAMBRIDGE - Are we alone in the universe? A recent paper from researchers at Harvard University puts an interesting twist on one of humanity's biggest questions.The paper, which is not affiliated with the university, addresses a resurgent interest in UFOs, known officially as Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena or UAPs by the government. The United States is tracking more than 650 potential UFOs, a Pentagon official said last year.Harvard researchers Tim Lomas, Brendan Case and Montana Technological University professor Michael Masters put forward a "cryptoterrestrial hypothesis" for the UFOs, theorizing that there's a "concealed earthly explanation" for the sightings. They argue scientists...
The best 4th of July patio furniture deals you can shop now
Now that summer is here, it's officially time to give your outdoor living space a much-needed makeover. This year, the best patio furniture deals can be found at major retailers like Walmart, Amazon and Wayfair. Thanks to these amazing Fourth of July deals, finding low-cost outdoor furniture for your porch or patio has never been easier or more affordable.Best patio furniture deals for the 4th of JulyOur team of outdoor living and shopping specialists has done the research to provide you with this roundup of great deals on patio furniture available before the Fourth of July.Costway 4-piece rattan patio set: $200 (save...
Homemade explosive devices found inside coolers in Worcester
WORCESTER – Authorities in Worcester, Massachusetts are warning the public to be on alert after three homemade explosive devices were found in the city recently, two of them in coolers.Explosion in WorcesterThe Worcester District Attorney's office said Tuesday that the investigation began on June 19 after a small explosion on Madison Street.After the blast, investigators found fireworks, a butane gas can, and projectile materials. It was not immediately known if anyone was hurt when the device exploded. Undetonated devices in coolersThe district attorney's office said two similar devices were found undetonated last month. Both were built with similar materials and...
Bob's Stores is closing all locations - see the full list
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. - Bob's Stores, a discount clothing and shoe retailer with several locations in Connecticut and Massachusetts, is going out of business and closing all of its stores.The owner of Bob's Stores and Eastern Mountain Sports recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing a "liquidity crisis" "We regret that our financial position necessitated the liquidation of Bob's Stores," Bob's Stores president Dave Barton said in a statement. "Bob's has been a stalwart of our local communities for nearly 70 years, and we know our customers remember us as having been there for major moments in their lives."List of Bob's Stores...
What happens after the Karen Read mistrial?
DEDHAM - The Karen Read murder trial ended in a mistrial. So what happens next?Karen Read trial - the next chapterThe Norfolk County District Attorney's Office said they intend to re-try the case. But it will be complicated. The trial calendar at Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham, Massachusetts is full and a second trial couldn't be held for at least several months.Prosecutors said Read intentionally hit her boyfriend, Boston Police officer John O'Keefe, with her car in Canton after a night of heavy drinking and arguing in January 2022. Read's defense team claims O'Keefe was beaten to death at an...
Non-profit helps Latine small businesses owners thrive in Massachusetts
RANDOLPH - A woman who immigrated from Guatemala is now living the American dream with her successful day care in Randolph, Massachusetts."My business was one of the 'businesses of the year' last year as a home-based family day care, and I feel so proud of that," Dora Aguilar told WBZ-TV.But it wasn't always so rosy. Aguilar had her first child four years after moving to Massachusetts in 1994 and immediately struggled to find day care. Amid that difficulty, the former teacher had her "a-ha" moment."If I know exactly how to work with kids, how to do this, why am I...
Trump seeks to overturn criminal conviction, citing Supreme Court decision
Donald Trump is trying to leverage a Supreme Court decision holding that presidents are immune from federal prosecution for official actions to overturn his conviction in a New York State criminal case.A letter to the judge presiding over the New York case was made public on Tuesday. It was filed Monday after the Supreme Court's landmark holding further slowed the former president's criminal cases. "[T]he Trump decision confirmed the defense position that [the district attorney] should not have been permitted to offer evidence at trial of President Trump's official acts," Trump attorneys Todd Blanche and Emil Bove wrote. "The verdicts in this...
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