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Flamingo spotted again "enjoying Cape Cod"
DENNIS - For the second time this year, a flamingo has been spotted in Massachusetts.A member of the Facebook group "Cape Cod Birders" took a picture of the American flamingo on Chapin Beach in Dennis this week. Back at the beginning of June, a fisherman captured what was believed to be the first pictures of a wild flamingo in the state. "It's actually very unusual," Pete Costello, assistant curator at Stone Zoo, told WBZ-TV. "It's the only time I've heard of a flamingo in this area."It hasn't been confirmed if the latest sighting is of the same flamingo or a different...
Nantucket beaches closed for swimming due to broken wind turbine blades
NANTUCKET – Several beaches were closed on Tuesday while crews worked to clean up "large floating debris and fiberglass shards" from a broken wind turbine blade off the coast of Martha's Vineyard.A total of six south shore Nantucket beaches were closed to swimming due to debris that washed ashore. "You can walk on the beaches, however we strongly recommend you wear footwear due to sharp, fiberglass shards and debris on the beaches," the Nantucket Harbormaster said.Vineyard Wind turbine breaksThe Vineyard Wind turbine suffered blade damage Saturday night. No one was hurt, but large chunks of the blade began washing onto...
Brandon Aiyuk reportedly requests trade from 49ers
BOSTON -- If the Patriots want to add a No. 1 receiver before training camp kicks off next week, one just made it clear that he wants to be traded. Brandon Aiyuk has officially requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers, NFL Network reported on Tuesday.The request comes after Aiyuk has spent much of the offseason upset with the 49ers over stalled talks on a contract extension. He is set to play the 2024 season on his fifth-year option, which is worth $14.1 million.Trading for Aiyuk would mean a team has to give up a pretty hefty return to...
Best Amazon Prime Day 2024 back-to-school deals
It's still July, but if you're a parent, you're likely already starting to think about back-to-school deals for your kids. Amazon Prime Day represents the perfect time to save money on popular products and tech gear students of all ages will likely need.Amazon has slashed prices on popular back-to-school items in a variety of categories, so here's a chance to save some money while you can.Back-to-school tech dealsDeals on dorm room essentialsSave on school suppliesThinking about becoming a Prime member? We've got all your Prime Day 2024 answers covered.Save on back-to-school items during Amazon Prime Day 2024From low-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks, headphones,...
Alonzo Highsmith added to Patriots player personnel staff
FOXBORO -- Alonzo Highsmith is now officially a member of the New England Patriots front office. He is joining Eliot Wolf's staff as a senior personnel executive, the Patriots announced Tuesday.It was reported that Highsmith was joining the New England staff back in February, but his hiring wasn't made official until Tuesday when the team announced a number of changes to the front office.Highsmith, 59, is coming off a two-year stint as general manager of football ops. at the University of Miami. Before returning to his alma mater, he served as the senior executive advisor to the general manager for...
This super-hot steam cleaner is 41% off for Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is in full swing, and so far, the deals are pretty impressive. One of our favorite home deals so far is this discount on the PurSteam 10-in-1 steam mop, which happens to be one of our favorite steam cleaners. Steam cleaners are popular for the way they clean and sanitize countertops, upholstery and more -- without the use of cleaning solutions. The PurSteam 10-in-1 steam mop has been on sale on and off leading up to Prime Day, so we've got a feeling that it may go back to full price for good once the sales event...
2 Boston hospitals named among country's best
BOSTON - U.S. News & World Report is out with its latest ranking of the best hospitals, and two in Massachusetts have been identified as top performers in the country.Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital are among 20 "exceptional" hospitals on the magazine's Honor Roll. "Highest rating possible""In addition to being named to the 2024-2025 Best Hospitals Honor Roll, Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, is nationally ranked in the top 50 hospitals in 12 medical specialties and is rated as High Performing, the highest rating possible, in 18 of 20 procedures and conditions," U.S. News says.Brigham and...
Do Prime Day deals change each day? What to know before Day 1 ends
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is officially in its second day, and we are loving the impressive deals we've seen thus far. Shoppers who are currently perusing the sale might be wondering: Do Prime Day deals change each day? Or are Prime Deals the same both days? After spending years covering Prime Day, the shopping experts at CBS Essentials can definitively say that prices are subject to change during the sales event. Read on to learn everything we know about Prime Day price changes, so you can make the most informed decision about your purchase, before you click "buy."Do Prime Day deals change...
The 5 best Kindle e-reader deals you can get after Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day 2024 may officially be over, but some of Amazon's best Kindle e-readers are still on sale. Whether you're looking to get some more reading in or you want to update your current model, you'll find some generous savings on Amazon's proprietary devices, from the basic Kindle to the feature-rich Kindle Scribe. You'll just have to opt for bundle deals instead – most of the single product deals have disappeared, but there are still savings to be had when you bundle a Kindle with accessories to save. Kindle e-readers boast legible Paperwhite or e-ink displays, which means you can see the screen in any...
Casas would like to take a crack at the Home Run Derby
BOSTON -- It has been 13 years since a member of the Boston Red Sox has taken a crack at the Home Run Derby. Triston Casas would like to change that in the near future.The Red Sox first baseman is still on the mend from a rib injury, so he wasn't able to take any swings in Monday night's festivities in Arlington, Texas. But he was on hand as part of MLB's Home Run Derby coverage on TikTok, and was asked during the stream if he'd like to participate one day.Casas made it clear that he would love to take...
Who is Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance?
MANCHESTER, N.H. – On Monday, Republican nominee Donald Trump named JD Vance his running mate. In New Hampshire, not everyone had heard of the Senator from Ohio.New Hampshire voters react to JD Vance selectionWhen Vance's selection was officially announced during the first day of the Republican National Convention, WBZ-TV spoke to voters in Manchester."Never heard of the guy. Who is he anyways?" one Granite State man said."I don't know who that is though," added another man.Everyone who spoke to WBZ-TV said their mind was made up months ago and Trump's choice for vice president wouldn't change their pick."I think no...
The 7 Yeti Prime Day deals that are still on Amazon for Day 2
At CBS Essentials, we're huge fans of the Yeti brand. The company offers unique and durable drink ware, tumblers and coolers, plus other specialty items, like a portable French press coffee maker and stylish dog bowls. And we're happy to report that Day 2 of Amazon Prime Day 2024 still has plenty of Yeti deals.Prime Day may be in its final hours, but we're still tracking down all the best Prime Day discounts, including the best lightning deals and rival sales during Prime Day 2024. Whether you're trying to find the best Prime Day deals on tech, Prime Day sales on beauty and fashion finds or Prime Day deals on health...
The 7 Yeti Prime Day deals that are still on Amazon for Day 2
At CBS Essentials, we're huge fans of the Yeti brand. The company offers unique and durable drink ware, tumblers and coolers, plus other specialty items, like a portable French press coffee maker and stylish dog bowls. And we're happy to report that Day 2 of Amazon Prime Day 2024 still has plenty of Yeti deals.Prime Day may be in its final hours, but we're still tracking down all the best Prime Day discounts, including the best lightning deals and rival sales during Prime Day 2024. Whether you're trying to find the best Prime Day deals on tech, Prime Day sales on beauty and fashion finds or Prime Day deals on health...
Sonos Prime Day 2024 deals to shop on Amazon today
Fans of Sonos audio equipment have something to get excited about. During Amazon Prime Day 2024, prices for some of the company's bestselling products have been cut, making what is normally high-priced equipment more affordable. Whether you're looking to add a soundbar and subwoofer to your TV, buy a portable speaker you can take with you when on the go, or you want to upgrade the speakers throughout your home, we've discovered some of the best deals on Sonos speakers -- and they're available right now from Amazon.The is a premium audio brand, so discounted prices are a big deal....
11 Amazon Prime Day board game deals for 2024
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is here, and with it a slew of board game deals that you won't want to miss. Whether you're a seasoned player or just dipping your toes into the world of tabletop gaming, now's the perfect time to expand your collection or bring home some new favorites. Whether you're looking for party games to liven up your gatherings, cooperative adventures to tackle with friends, or brain-teasing puzzles to challenge your mind, there's something for every type of player during Prime Day 2024. To help you navigate the selection of discounted board games, we've gathered some of the...
Jaylen Brown gave a brutally honest assessment of Bronny James
BOSTON -- Jaylen Brown had a front-row seat for Monday night's Celtics-Lakers Summer League tilt in Las Vegas, and did not come away impressed with Bronny James. He was caught on camera sharing a brutally honest assessment of LeBron James' son, which has gone viral given the nature of his scouting report.Brown was courtside at the Thomas & Mack Center with Kysre Gondrezick and Angel Reese, and a brief exchange between the three was caught by the NBC Sports Boston cameras during the game broadcast. "Honestly, I don't think Bronny is a pro," Brown appeared to say of the 55th overall...
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