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Women+Wellness to Empower Women
In 2017 a trio of dynamic women on Nantucket—Meryl Bralower, Melanie Sablehaus, and Jeanine Borthwick—engaged with Nantucket Cottage Hospital to spearhead an effort to empower women on the island, visitors and residents, to take charge of their healthcare. “Did you know that 80% of all healthcare decisions are...
Dreamland Offering Half-Price Tickets To Year-Round Residents For Select Events This Summer
The Dreamland is offering half-price tickets this summer to Nantucket year-round residents for a handful of in-concert events that include legendary singer/songwriter Patty Griffin on Friday, August 2nd, internationally famous actor and comedian T.J. Miller on Saturday, August 17th, and one-half of the highest-grossing rock duo of all time John Oates (Hall & Oates) on Sunday, August 25th.
Nantucket Cottage Hospital Doctor Urges Fireworks Safety Over Fourth Of July Holiday
Dr. Steven Kohler, Nantucket Cottage Hospital's medical director for urgent access, is urging island residents to take safety precautions with any fireworks over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. “Fireworks are not toys," Kohler said. "They are explosives that make noise, produce light or both. Fireworks are dangerous and can...
Veranda House Guest During 2022 Fire Files Lawsuit Against Hotel Owner
A guest staying at the Veranda House the morning it burned down has joined a pair of neighbors in filing lawsuits against the hotel and its management, alleging that their negligence cost him over $12,000 in property damage, as well as an uncertain amount in emotional suffering. The guest, John Buck Jr., of Maryland, claims that he has not been compensated for the lost property and that he feared for his son's life during the fire.
Erosion Firesale: Nantucket Waterfront Home Assessed At Nearly $2 Million Sold For Just $200,000
When Jane Carlin and her husband Ben purchased a summer home on Nantucket’s west end in 1988, there was a wide expanse between their new property and the Atlantic Ocean that included three neighboring homes closer to the shore, Sheep Pond Road, and an acre of land. After years...
Celtics star gets missing ring back, rewards fans who returned it
Jaylen Brown made good on his word about offering a “big reward” for the return of a ring he lost during the Boston Celtics championship parade. “Got it back,” Brown posted to X, formerly known as Twitter, on Tuesday. “Thank you to Luke and Adi I’ll see you courtside at the (ring emoji) ceremony.”
New Bedford Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Announces Opening Date
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — New Bedford’s newest discount story now has its opening date. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet has announced it will open for business on Wednesday, July 31. The store will be open from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. The store is located in the Fieldstone Marketplace...
ParkARTS Neighborhood Concerts return July 8
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the launch of the 2024 ParkARTS Citywide Neighborhood Concert Series, which will offer first-rate musical entertainment in local parks from July 8 through August 7. The ParkARTS outdoor neighborhood summer concerts are presented in City of Boston parks and made possible by...
Afternoon Delight: Tom Brady reportedly frontrunner to purchase Boston Celtics; Famous locals also in the mix
Breaking news hit the interwebs today when the Boston Celtics released a statement that Wyc Grousbeck and his ownership group are going to be selling the team. The initial component of the sale is expected to take place this year. Celtics Life's Pulitzer Prize winning investigative journalist Rondo Burgundy has outdone himself this time as he's scooped everyone and is reporting that there is a frontrunner to purchase the Celtics, and it's a familar face.
Old Brockton department store could be transformed into affordable units with killer views
BROCKTON — The old Kennedy's Department Store would be brought back to its former glory in a plan that just won major state and federal investment. The 132-142 Main St. building where generations of Brocktonians bought their Scout uniforms would become 30 apartments atop 3,500 square feet of first-floor commercial space.
Dryft Revere plans to open second location in mid-July in Wellesley's Linden Square
WELLESLEY — Miami meets Boston. That's how Michael Aldi, a Boston-area restaurateur, describes his restaurant, Dryft Revere. And he's getting ready to expand Dryft to Wellesley, after his waterfront restaurant made a splash in Revere. Aldi operates two other Revere restaurants, Fine Line and Vivi's Tapas Bar. ...
Former Bristol County District Attorney Paul Walsh Passes Away
Former Bristol County District Attorney Paul F. Walsh, Jr. has passed away. Walsh served 16 years as the county district attorney. He defeated incumbent D.A. Ron Pina in 1990, garnering 61.7 percent of the vote against Pina (38.3 percent), who was still reeling from a lack of progress in the investigation into the New Bedford highway murders, among other issues.
Jarren Duran becomes first AL player ever to accomplish this feat
Jarren Duran's All-Star campaign continued Tuesday as he notched his third consecutive game with a home run. In doing so, the Boston Red Sox outfielder made history. Duran's eighth-inning blast vs. the Miami Marlins marked his 10th homer and 100th hit of the season. According to J.P. Long (@SoxNotes on Twitter/X), he is the first American League player ever to have 10 homers, 100 hits, 10 triples, and 20 stolen bases before the All-Star break.
Former Celtics guard Kemba Walker announces retirement
“Basketball will forever be a part of my life so this isn’t goodbye. I’m excited for what’s next.”. Former All-Star guard Kemba Walker — who won a national championship at UConn and played two seasons with the Celtics — announced his retirement on Tuesday afternoon.
Emerson faculty, staff, and students left in the dark following news of impending layoffs
Faculty say there is no information on the extent of the problem, casting a shadow on summer vacation. Some Emerson faculty, staff and students are saying there’s a dark cloud over their campus this summer, following an announcement of impending layoffs and budget cuts that failed to disclose specific details.
ROUND THE BEND FARM DARTMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS
Market with seasonal veggies & healthy sustainable meats. A FREE section of clothes, books, kitchenware, and more!. Check out our Facebook event page for the latest info on kids activities and workshops!. Market includes:. *Round the Bend Farm meat from animals born and raised on the farm by Paradox Acres...
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