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Update: 3 Massachusetts counties under a tornado warning Tuesday evening
On Tuesday at 8:11 p.m. an updated tornado warning was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 8:30 p.m. for Franklin, Hampshire and Worcester counties. "At 8:10 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over New Salem, or 10 miles south of Orange, moving east at 55 mph," states the weather service. "Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely."
Archeologists find musket balls fired during 1 of the first battles in the Revolutionary War
Nearly 250 years ago, hundreds of militiamen lined a hillside in Massachusetts and started firing a barrage of musket balls toward retreating British troops, marking the first major battle in the Revolutionary War.The latest evidence of that firefight is five musket balls dug up last year near the North Bridge site in the Minute Man National Historical Park in Concord. Early analysis of the balls — gray with sizes ranging from a pea to a marble — indicates colonial militia members fired them at British forces on April 19, 1775. “As soon as they pulled one of them out...
Nuisance algae to be treated at some Westford beaches next week
WESTFORD — You may want to double-check your calendar for vacationers looking to escape the heat for a day at the lake next week. Nabnasset Lake and Long Sought For Pond will be treated for nuisance algae later this month. The town of Westford has posted disclaimers highlighting the dates and when the waters will be safe for swimming.
Thunderstorms Leave Downed Trees, Wires and Debris Across North County
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A severe thunderstorm hammered parts of North and Central County on Tuesday night, downing trees and limbs and leaving more than 8,000 customers without power. The Berkshires, Eastern New York and parts of Southern Vermont were under a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. on...
What is the 'dream house' for buyers in northern Worcester County? It might surprise you.
Everyone's "dream house" is different: lifestyle, location, and price impact the buyer's ideal home, but there are features that most North Central Massachusetts home buyers have put at the top of the "must have" list. Large primary bedrooms and inground pools are features of the past as home buyers' priorities...
Former campaign manager expects 'more emboldened, more fired up' Trump at convention
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump's first campaign manager responded to an assassination attempt against the former president ahead of the 2024 Republican National Convention. Corey Lewandowski, originally from Lowell, Massachusetts, served as the first campaign manager of Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. He now works as an adviser for the RNC.
Local school district makes history with its 'remarkable' new building: 'This project sets a new standard'
The school opened in 2022, and after less than two years, it's already surpassed its goals. An elementary school in the Greater Boston area is running entirely on renewable energy. According to Renewable Energy Magazine, the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District partnered with Eversource, a utility company, to build an elementary...
Shrewsbury resident, advocate Petrucci named one of state's Commonwealth Heroines
SHREWSBURY — Even though Melanie Petrucci was technically a stay-at-home mom for her two young children when she first moved to Shrewsbury from Colorado 24 years ago for her husband’s job, she was rarely stuck at home. Instead, she became involved with her community, volunteering her time to...
Middlesex County R-C Flying Field Hides In 'Plane' Sight
BILLERICA, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — A miniature airport hides in plain sight in Billerica, Mass. The Middlesex County R-C Flying Field is located at Billerica’s Vietnam Veterans Park, featuring two long strips of mowed grass, workstations and a wooden gazebo. Instead of hopping in an airplane, the Middlesex County R-C Fliers (MCRCF) grab remote controls to fly combustion-powered, radio-controlled planes.
Options for Westborough Golf Club building presented to committee
WESTBOROUGH – Initial ideas for a new building at the Westborough Golf Club were presented during the Municipal Building Committee meeting on Thursday, July 11. Arthur Love and Lauren Mitchell of BFE Architects brought forth four options for the building. Love said the options were created based on a walk-through of the site, along with input from the committee.
Oxford Senior Center director joins Massachusetts Heroines for service to elderly
Latest in a series of stories on Worcester County residents recently honored by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women. The special programs and presentations Laura Wilson schedules for residents and visitors at the Oxford Senior Center reflect the type of information and activities that she would want her parents, both deceased, to access.
Successful Donation Drive for Veterans and Deployed Troops
Joint Operations, a cannabis dispensary with three locations across Massachusetts, is thrilled to announce the tremendous success of their recent donation drive in collaboration with the esteemed non-profit organization “Thanks to Yanks.” The drive, which began on May 18th and continued until Memorial Day, generated significant donations aimed at supporting deployed troops and veterans in need.
Hundreds Still Without Power in North County, Stamford
STAMFORD, Vt. — Nearly 18 hours after severe thunderstorms pummeled the region, hundreds of customers are without power. The latest update estimates is that power will be back on at 2 p.m. in North Berkshire. Green Mountain Power's outage map could not provide an estimate on power restoration. Many...
Upcoming programs at the Leominster Public Library, week of July 22
For all programs that require registration, the library staff will hold your spot for 10 minutes past the scheduled start time of the program; after that, your spot may be given to someone who is waiting. Plan your arrival accordingly. Registration for all programs begins at 9 a.m. one week...
Westborough veterans plan trip to Vietnam Wall memorial
WESTBOROUGH – The American Legion Stowell-Parker Post 0163, and the Veterans Advisory Board, will sponsor a trip to the Vietnam War Memorial at Devens on Thursday, July 25. The memorial, The Wall that Heals, is a replica of the one in Washington, D.C.; this is the only time it will be in Massachusetts in 2024.
Marlborough may turn wading pool at Ward Park into splash pad
MARLBOROUGH – The wading pool at Ward Park could be turned into a splash pad. The proposed project would be paid through a $1 million bond. Part of that bond would also renovate the wading pool at 85 Sawin St. Mayor J. Christian Dumais said that when it rains...
Ice cream shop may be coming to Shrewsbury Center
SHREWSBURY – Community members visiting Shrewsbury’s Town Center may soon be able to get a frozen treat. The Planning Board on July 11 considered plans to build an ice cream shop in the Town Center. Applicant Keller Real Estate LLC filed site plans and stormwater-related documents with the Planning Board.
Marlborough could get state funds to purchase Main Street lot
MARLBOROUGH – An item within the economic development bill making its way through the state legislature may help the city purchase a long-empty lot on Main Street. The bill includes a request for $2.5 million so that the city may purchase 167-171 Main St. “for the design, construction and further economic development efforts of the Marlborough village district.”
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