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Michele Lauriat’s summer vibes at Gallery 263 don’t skip lurking presence of climate change
Michele Lauriat’s summer vibes at Gallery 263 don’t skip lurking presence of climate change. As we end what has felt like an especially brief summer, late sunsets and crisp nights are a bittersweet reminder of darker days to come. The dog days are over, and it’s my impulse to jam all my last summer activities in, beach days and bike rides and everything all at once. But given the past few unseasonably warm Septembers, the actual end of summer is anyone’s guess.
Massachusetts man gives deputy fake name during Brewer traffic stop
BREWER, Maine (WABI) - A Massachusetts man wanted for federal drug offenses was arrested after reportedly giving police a false name during a traffic stop. The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy conducted a traffic stop near the Joshua Chamberlain Bridge on Saturday. We’re told the driver of...
Mass. weather: Thunderstorms possible Sunday, sunny and mild Labor Day
Thunderstorms and scattered showers are possible throughout Massachusetts Sunday afternoon, but are expected to give way to more pleasant weather on Monday, according to the National Weather Service. The weather service is predicting more rain and a higher likelihood of thunderstorms in Worcester, Springfield and on Nantucket. Most areas of...
Four-bedroom home in Franklin sells for $1.3 million
A 2,771-square-foot house built in 2001 has changed hands. The spacious property located at 354 Oak Street in Franklin was sold on Aug. 8, 2024, for $1,250,000, or $451 per square foot. This two-story home offers a roomy layout with four bedrooms and three baths. The home's outer design showcases a a gable roof frame, with roofing materials crafted from asphalt. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the home comes with an attached garage. Situated on a spacious 2.7-acre lot, the property offers ample outdoor space.
Here’s Why Some Massachusetts Residents May Lose Their Cable
Massachusetts residents know all too well how the cost of everyday items has been skyrocketing over the last few years. When you have to stay on a tight budget to make ends meet you may have to cut out a few services so you can pay your other priority bills.
Massachusetts Native Megan Khang Representing Home State Well at FM Championship
NORTON, Mass. — Megan Khang is making Massachusetts proud through two rounds at the FM Championship. The 2023 CPKC Women’s Open champion, who hails from Rockland, Mass., carded a 2-under 70 to kick off the week in her home state, making one bogey and three birdies on what was a challenging Thursday at TPC Boston. She then battled her way to a 1-under 71 on Friday, toughing out a rollercoaster round to ultimately sit in a tie for 12th at 3-under overall, 10 shots back of 36-hole leader Haeran Ryu before the start of round three.
All-Time Great Soaks It All In As LPGA Finally Returns To Massachusetts
NORTON, Mass. -- Nothing about her really stood out, as she stood perched on the ramp of the bleachers next to the 18th green Friday at TPC Boston. She seamlessly blended in, watching LPGA stalwart and local star Megan Khang play the challenging hole in Round 2 of the FM Championship.
Nursing home oversight would be tightened under a bill passed in Massachusetts
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts’ oversight of nursing homes would be strengthened, LGBTQ+ nursing home residents would be protected against discrimination, and better controls would be in place to protect against the spread of infectious disease outbreaks, under a new bill lawmakers passed this week. Approved on Thursday, the...
Easton firefighters respond to partial amputation
EASTON, Mass. (WLNE) — The Easton Fire Department said a man was brought to Boston Medical Center after partially amputating his ankle in an accident. The department said the Canton Blood Truck was called to the scene, but paramedics were able to stop the bleeding before it was needed.
Asian culture celebrated Saturday in Pawtucket
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — Crowds turned out under sunny skies Saturday for the 23rd annualRhode Island Chinese Dragon Boat Races & Taiwan Day Festival at Festival Pier in Pawtucket. The day-long event features not onlycompetitive rowing in colorful dragon boats, but also a dumpling eating contest andlive cultural entertainment.
Runey Concerned About School Budget
As a new school year begins September 4 for the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District, Superintendent Bill Runey is apprehensive about the FY’ 26 school budget. “I’m seeing a concerning trend about this new Governor (Maura Healey),” Runey said on August 28. “The fact she decreased state aid last year and that definitely had an impact on us. I’m hoping we can do some work in the meantime with our state representatives to convince (Healey) that we need that funding to come back to normal because we’ve been through two very difficult budget years. We’ve made cuts to the teaching staff and we’re getting to the point where our class sizes are (at the point) that I’m comfortable with them in terms of delivering the best education to our students.”
Food festivals, fairs and family days: Here are 13 of the best Brockton-area events
BROCKTON − Fall is right around the corner and the end of summer brings with it outdoor food festivals featuring homemade delicacies and plenty of family-fun activities. There are many events set for throughout the Brockton area to look forward to in the coming months, from food festivals, to family fun days, to Renaissance Faires and agricultural celebrations. ...
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