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Mass. State Lottery winner: $1 million April ‘Powerball’ prize claimed
A winning $1 million “Powerball” ticket sold at a Massachusetts grocery store in April was claimed more than two months after the game’s drawing date. The winner claimed their ticket without releasing their name. The Genesis X Trust of Quincy, represented by trustee David Spillane, claimed the $1 million prize on June 13.
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...
What’s A Sugar Glider? MSPCA To Rehome Dozens Rescued From Puerto Rico
Do you know what a Sugar Glider is? I didn’t…until now. The MSPCA is looking to rehome dozens of them that have been rescued from a breeder in Puerto Rico. If you’re someone who might want to adopt one, or more, here’s what you need to know.
New Greek Restaurant in Burlington Turns Strangers Into Family
The Burlington Mall will soon be home to the only exclusively Greek restaurant in Burlington, and co-owner Demetri Tsolakis is hoping his dining spot, Greco, will become your second home. There’s no shortage of restaurants in Burlington, but Tsolakis felt something was missing. “We’re happy to fill that void,” he...
A Massive ‘Harry Potter’ Exhibit Makes Its Way to New England This September
There have been very few, if any, book and movie series that have been more popular than Harry Potter. Legions of devoted fans will travel all over the world to get closer to the movie stars, props, and experiences having to do with the books and films. Starting in September,...
$100K Lottery Ticket Sold In Wilmington
The winners correctly guessed all five numbers in the daily "Mass Cash" drawing and collected their prizes on Friday, June 28. They were the biggest jackpots claimed over the weekend. The winners' names were not released. The winning numbers from the latest "Mass Cash" drawing on Sunday, June 30, are...
Celebrating Independence Day at lawn party Thursday
TOWNSEND — The town’s Military Band will play a special Independence Day concert at 7:30 p.m. this Thursday on the Townsend Common. Area residents of all ages are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and blankets. Townsend VFW Post No. 6538 and its Auxiliary will host the lawn...
From Newton, Massachusetts, to Scranton: John Krasinski and B.J. Novak Together for Decades
There are so many actors from New England who have made it big. From Adam Sandler to Seth Myers, Sarah Silverman, Dan Brown, Stephen King, Mandy Moore, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and Rachel Dratch, the list goes on and on. I have to think, however, that The Office deserves a Dundee Award for the most cast members from Massachusetts. Two of them are even from the same city.
Carnation Drive Residents Experience a Farmer’s Market
Residents living at Carnation Drive, here in Tewksbury, were given the opportunity to partake in their very own farmer’s market. A few months back, Melissa Maniscalco, Exec. Director of the Tewksbury Housing Authority was approached by Makayla Clougherty from the Merrimack Valley Food Bank with an idea to offer the residents an assortment of fruits and vegetables free of charge. On June 20th, that idea happened to the delight of all involved. Makayla and her staff arrived around noon at the Community Center, and with the generous help of the TJX Foundation the produce was unloaded, displayed and the “shopping” began. Residents were given shopping bags and with help and assistance from TJX interns, they were able to pick out their favorite items and there was a lot to pick from.
Gath Pool complex makes big splash in opening week
It’s been hot. And Newton has a new, epic fun away to cool off. The Harry Gath Memorial Pool complex recently got a massive makeover, and the complex opened last week, just in time for the hot summer months. Construction started on the complex last September. Mayor Ruthanne Fuller...
The Voice of Disney’s Minnie Mouse Was From Massachusetts
When she was just a child, Russi Taylor told Walt Disney she would someday work for him – and she did for more than 30 years. Taylor was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on May 4, 1944. One day, while young Russi, her mom, and her brother were visiting Disneyland...
Letters Trellis returns to Winchester Farmers Market
Letters Trellis returns to the Winchester Farmers Market to encourage visitors to prepare handwritten letters to their friends or loved ones. Letters Trellis provides the stationery, envelopes, and postage if you write your letter at the market. A nice writing desk is available for you to compose your thoughts and write them out.
Cambridge InsideOut Episodes 623-624: July 2, 2024
This episode was recorded on July 2, 2024 at 6:00pm. Topics: Starlight Square Retrospective: 2020-2024. Host: Robert Winters [On YouTube] [audio]. Episode 624 – Cambridge InsideOut: July 2, 2024 (Part 2) This episode was recorded on July 2, 2024 at 6:30pm. Topics: Possible future of Starlight Square – floating...
Art @ the SPL: Armand Caruso
Armand Caruso is a talented and accomplished Fine Artist. At a young age he began to draw and always wanted to become an artist. He studied art in school and continued throughout his early years. A graduate from art school, Studying Graphic Design, Illustration and Fine Art. He was employed...
Mike’s Monster Guitar, previously Sandy’s, closes doors forever in changing Cambridge
Mike’s Monster Guitar, previously Sandy’s, closes doors forever in changing Cambridge. Mike’s Monster Guitar closed its doors Monday after more than a decade in business in Cambridge. In his retirement announcement, owner Mike Feudale said he spent “30 years contained in these same four walls,” since before opening Mike’s with his wife in 2013, he worked for Sandy’s Music, the previous tenant of the storefront, for 18 years.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Wilmington’s Cara Wong To Intern With Ocean River Institute This Summer, Focus On Protecting Endangered North Atlantic Right Whale
WILMINGTON, MA — Wilmington resident Cara Wong will be spending her summer following her passion for improving the environment by interning for nonprofit Ocean River Institute (ORI). Wong, a senior at Suffolk University in the fall, will be working with ORI on projects related to protection of the North...
Can You Get A Summer Restaurant Bingo?
As always, there’s no shortage of great eateries in Burlington, and it seems like a ton of them have opened just in the last few months! This summer, check out some new spots that have recently opened or will be opening for the first time soon:. Eggholic, 10 Wall...
Newton Farmers’ Market at Cold Spring Park, 2024
The Newton Farmers’ Market at Cold Spring Park (1200 Beacon Street) is open on Tuesdays, 1:30PM to 6PM through October 15. The vendors — friendly and engaging — offer a wide range of high quality products. This week we learned that of all the balsamic vinegars offered...
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