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Lifespan's Connect 4 Health program tackles medical care, social services
Going beyond the medical visit. There's a local program that helps patients with basic needs too. It's part of Lifespan's Community Health Institute. "We actually change the quality of life for some people," said Anthony Thigpen who leads Lifespans' Connect 4 Health program. It's a program that compliments the medical...
Men’s Hockey Unveils Full 2024-25 Regular Season Schedule
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Providence College men's hockey program announced its full 2024-25 regular season schedule on Thursday, July 25. The Friars are set to pay 35 regular season games, including 11 match-ups against teams that participated in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. The previously announced non-conference slate features the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game at North Dakota (Oct. 12), a two-game home series against Arizona State (Oct. 18-19) and home games against LIU (Nov. 23) and Colorado College (Dec. 6-7). The annual Mayor's Cup will take place at Brown on Jan. 7. The Friars will compete in two holiday...
URI mechanical engineering student Betty Hasse wins two gold medals in national championship, competes in Europe
KINGSTON, R.I. – July 25, 2024 — Lots of University of Rhode Island students remember riding their bikes to middle school. For most, it was a convenient way to get to school, and was faster than walking. Few rode for the joy of it. Maybe some would race...
House on Washington Street in Brighton Center could be torn down for four-story residential building
A Newton developer has filed plans with the Boston Planning Department to raze a single-family house at 434 Washington St. in Brighton Center and replace it with a four-story building with 18 residential units and ground-floor commercial space. Plans by Wesley Leung's Peninsula Capital Group also call for 11 parking...
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns to Big Night Live, 110 Causeway Street Boston, MA 02114 on July 30, 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Attendees from across the state as well as visitors will gather with anticipation and excitement for a number of exquisite culturally diverse culinary dishes. More than 800 enthusiasts and tastemakers will be attending, ready to guide you on a culinary adventure at Get Konnected’s 10th Annual A Taste of Ethnic Boston Food Festival.
Legislature warming to Boston's push for higher fines
Boston property owners, landlords and businesses that violate the city's sanitary code could face significantly higher fees under a home rule petition that gained House approval this week and may be on the move in the Senate. City Councilor Liz Breadon, who co-filed the initial proposal that made its way...
Jaylen Brown's Bold Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese WNBA Rookie of the Year Stance Turns Heads
Jaylen Brown has to be feeling good right about now. Not only is the Boston Celtics superstar is fresh off winning his first NBA championship, but he also received finals MVP honors due to his elite performance. Since then, Brown has been seen across the western United States with ...
Taking Charge of the USS Constitution
Navy Commander Crystal L. Schaefer became the 78th commander of the USS Constitution at a ceremony held on June 21, 2024, at the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, MA. CDR Schaefer is daughter of members Michael and Debra Schaefer of Gilman. Michael Schaefer also served as JREC interim general manager from July 2021 to June 2022.
Boston Bruins Newcomer Set to Make Significant Impact
In a bold move this offseason, the Boston Bruins shook things up by sending Linus Ullmark, their star goaltender, to the Ottawa Senators. This decision broke up the NHL’s dynamic duo between Ullmark and fellow star, Jeremy Swayman. As a result, Swayman is set to take on a much larger role in the upcoming 2024-25 season. The Bruins acquired forward Mark Kastelic in the Ullmark trade. In doing so, they add a player who may not grab headlines just yet, but has the potential to greatly strengthen the team’s lineup. Mark Kastelic is famous for his physical play, and there’s no doubt he’ll bring that same level of physicality to the Bruins.
Family mourns man shot and killed by moped driver in Boston, no arrests made
BOSTON - The family of a Boston man is looking for answers after he was gunned down near the Forest Hills MBTA stop by a shooter police say was on a moped. "I lost a friend, I lost a brother, a really good guy," said Francis Gonzalez of his 35-year-old friend Andy Baez Manan also known as Jusepy. On Thursday, family and friends gathered at a funeral home in Dorchester wearing a T-shirt that memorializes him and the number he wore on his softball team. They say they're still trying to understand what happened the night of...
With Cora extended, the Red Sox have direction again
BOSTON -- The Red Sox and Alex Cora agreeing to a three-year contract extension came as a bit of a surprise on Wednesday. But it's a welcome surprise because of what it means for the franchise.With Cora signing on for three more seasons, the Red Sox have direction again. Craig Breslow wants to win, and he wants to win now, and Cora is on board for it. There is unity once again between the front office and the dugout.Breslow was in Colorado on Wednesday to finalize the deal, and received a hero's welcome from Boston players when they broke the...
A brutalist Boston landmark gets a new redevelopment plan — with a focus on housing
Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. The humidity is back, but fortunately not for long. Now, to the news:. Back to the drawing board: Gov. Maura Healey is...
Thousands of nurses vote to authorize strike at Brigham and Women’s Hospital
The nurses are citing unsafe working conditions, long patient wait times, under-resourced departments, and unfair wages. After months of negotiations, just over 2,500 nurses in the Massachusetts Nurses Association voted overwhelmingly to authorize a one-day strike at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. According to a press release from the Massachusetts...
Investigation underway after police officer struck by vehicle in Boston’s North End
BOSTON — An investigation is underway after a police officer was hit by a vehicle in Boston’s North End neighborhood on Thursday afternoon, authorities said. The officer was struck in the area of North Washington and Thacher streets just before 12:45 p.m., according to the Boston Police Department.
That Time the Rolling Stones Got Arrested in Rhode Island
Happy Birthday to one of the biggest rock stars who ever lived, the lead singer of The Rolling Stones, Mick Jagger. I had the privilege of seeing the Rolling Stones more than 20 years ago at the Garden in Boston, (then known as Fleet Center). I was amazed back then at how a man in his 60s could run and jump around the stage without pulling his back.
Police investigate home overnight in Cumberland
CUMBERLAND, R.I. (WLNE) — Police were on scene this morning on Forest View Drive in Cumberland. ABC 6 news crews were on scene and observed officials searching a home, and putting a man in ambulance. Details remain limited at this time. ABC 6 has reached out for more information...
Mosquito Population Surges 1700%; Weekly Spraying Starts in August
By MyFM’s Claire Beverly – If it seems like there are more mosquitoes than usual, there are: the Central Mass Mosquito Control Project reports that the population of human biting mosquitoes has increased more than 1700% since the same week last year. According to the Hopkinton Health Department, the state Department of Public Health reports West Nile Virus cases have been confirmed in Worcester County. Mosquito Control plans to start spraying weekly in August. Meanwhile health officials say to use a good repellent and avoid the peak mosquito hours of dawn and dusk.
Yachtley Crew’s Philly Ocean And Tommy Buoy Help Mike Hsu Decide If It’s Yacht Or Not
Yachtley Crew is the nation’s Number 1 Yacht Rock Review. They deliver all of your favorite soft rock hits of the 70’s and 80’s in full sailing apparel with precision musicianship and a Pina Colata in hand! They will be performing at Indian Ranch in Webster this Friday(7/25) Singer, Philly Ocean and guitarist, Tommy Buoy talk to Mike Hsu about their show, their new EP, and what makes it Yacht Rock?
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