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Qdoba named best fast-casual chain by USA Today: Here's how many are in Mass.
Fast casual diners have spoken, and they love being able to grab a quick burrito bowl or tray of tacos from Qdoba. For the sixth year in a row, the chain was named the best fast-casual restaurant in the country by USA Today. “We couldn’t have done it without you,”...
Residents raise noise, traffic, emissions concerns over increased activity at the fairgrounds
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Wednesday’s Greenfield Public Safety Commission meeting took place in the new fire station for the second time. Several resident came to give comment on the impact fairground events have had on life in their neighborhood citing concerns with noise levels, time of noise disruptions, increased traffic, and emissions.
Westfield property owner ordered to dispose of septic tank left in wetland
WESTFIELD — A North Side property owner complied with a Board of Health order to remove a septic tank, but Conservation Commission members aren’t happy about how the work was done. “Now we have a giant hole in the ground,” Conservation Coordinator Anna Meassick told the board at...
Adams Theater Presents ARKAI Music
ADAMS, Mass. — The Adams Theater will present the award-winning electroacoustic duo ARKAI, who will preview their new album "Crossroads" on Friday, July 26, 2024 at 7:30 P.M. According to a press release:. ARKAI has inspired audiences around the world through their genre-defying string music. Graduates of The Juilliard...
WS Police Seek Suspects In Store Shoplifting
West Springfield Police are asking residents for help finding two women who allegedly shoplifted from the Stop and Shop in town over the weekend. Police tell us that 15 hundred dollars' worth of over-the-counter medications for stolen. Police are looking for a black Lincoln Town Car that may have been...
WSBS Sounds of Summer 2024 Photos – Whiskey City
Another upbeat night of dancing took place this past Tuesday (July 23) in Great Barrington as one of the Berkshires' best country/rock/pop bands Whiskey City had the crowd at the Great Barrington VFW up and dancing for WSBS' Sounds of Summer concert series. Whiskey City is always one of the...
Dartmouth Police arrest two in alleged large-scale retail theft ring across Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Two Massachusetts residents have been arrested by local police for shoplifting, however, it appears they may be involved in something bigger. According to police, on Friday, at approximately 1:00 p.m., Dartmouth Police responded to a call regarding shoplifting at Kohl’s, 81 Faunce Corner Road. The shoplifting in this case is alleged to be connected to a larger organized retail crime group.
Exclusive one-on-one with Avelo Airlines CEO on expanding to Bradley International Airport
Avelo Airlines announced a major expansion Wednesday morning. The airline will now fly out of Bradley International Airport in addition to Tweed New Haven and is launching its first international flights.
Vermont police seek help identifying semi driver in ‘ongoing’ animal cruelty case
The Brattleboro Police Department (BPD) is asking for public help in identifying the driver of a semi truck associated with “an ongoing animal cruelty case.”. Around 7 a.m. on July 5, police were notified about a four-week old pit bull puppy that was found in a dumpster at a Citgo gas station on Putney Road in Brattleboro, Vermont. The puppy was transported to the Humane Society in an “emaciated” condition but ultimately passed away.
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...
Boil water notice issued for Chester
CHESTER, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A boil water notice has been issued for the town of Chester. This comes after the MassDEP confirmed technique violations that occurred during multiple days in June and July. After reviewing water system data MassDEP decided to issue an order for water customers on the Chester...
We’re No. 1: New ranking says Mass. schools are the best
The report compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 32 metrics. Massachusetts has the best schools in the country, according to a new report from WalletHub. The report, comparing the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 32 metrics, accounted for performance, funding, safety, class size, and instructor credentials.
Mass. SJC tosses out murder conviction for getaway driver in Charlestown shooting
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court on Tuesday overturned a first-degree murder conviction against a man who prosecutors say was the getaway driver in a fatal November 2014 shooting in the Charlestown section of Boston. The court found there was no evidence to suggest the man intended for the victim to be killed.
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