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Plymouth closing all public parks and fields from dusk to dawn amid town’s high risk status for EEE
Starting tonight, all public parks and fields in Plymouth will be closed daily from dusk until dawn in response to the town’s high risk status for Eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Weber going to Bat for Those Disappointed and Frustrated with Forest Hills Cemetery
Forest Hills Cemetery has drawn criticism from residents over the last several years due to the discontinuation of beloved events, changed policies, removal of trees, lack of communication, and more, but for those yearning for an explanation, there might be one on the horizon. Ben Weber, District 6 City Councilor, who had residents reach out to his office about these issues, told the Jamaica Plain Gazette he had contacted cemetery leadership. Specifically, Weber, who called Forest Hills Cemetery one of Boston’s jewels, noted that the cemetery’s leadership has offered to take him and his office on a tour.
Trevor Story's return raises questions about Red Sox middle infield alignment
When Trevor Story underwent surgery in April to repair a glenoid fracture in his left shoulder, the procedure was billed as season-ending. In the months since his surgery, Story's timeline has changed. In late July, Story suggested he would try to return to action before the end of the 2024 slate. By Aug. 11, Alex Cora shared that he "truly believes" the shortstop could play late in the season.
High school football scheduling taking on a whole new look; what's going on
Holy Trinity. Boston College High. St. John’s Shrewsbury. St. John’s Preparatory. Barnstable. That’s the majority of this season’s football schedule for La Salle. An alum from even five years ago might not believe it. The Rams have charted a 2024 course that’s indicative of a new era in the state. Some traditional matchups are out. The...
'Ten times bigger and better': Students, families get first look at new Somerset Middle School
SOMERSET — This piece of modern architecture has more students than usual embracing the end of summer break from school. The brand spanking new $85 million Somerset Middle School was open for orientation last week, with students and families in its three grades (6, 7 and 8) given the opportunity to tour. It was eighth graders on Tuesday, seventh graders on Wednesday and the new kids on the block, sixth graders, on Thursday. ...
August Vet Flag to honor PFC Rene G. Poitras, KIA in the Korean War at the age of 21
During the month of August, the 59th Lights for Peace flag to fly at the Fort Taber - Fort Rodman Military Museum honors the memory of United States Army PFC Rene G. Poitras, of New Bedford, who was killed in action in 1952 during the Korean War. Poitras was born in New Bedford on September 7, 1931. He lived with his family on Holly St. and attended New Bedford city schools. Rene was drafted into the United...
Diman principal resigns, school cellphone crackdown, FRPD officers cleared: Top stories
As we kick off a new week, let's take a look back at the week that was. Top stories this past week included: The Great Feast of the Holy Ghost of New England — arguably the largest event honoring the Azores’ religious and cultural traditions in the U.S.— made its much-anticipated return to Fall...
Fatal fire, pond drowning, new face at Bristol-Plymouth: Taunton Gazette top stories
As we kick off a new week, let's take a look back at the week that was. These were the most read stories of the week on TauntonGazette.com: Fatal Taunton house fire claims life of occupant of North Walker Street home ...
Joe's Original turning 30, blanket homicide, 'Widows Cove': Standard Times top stories
As we head into a new week, let's take a look at the news from this past week. Losing the final two games of 2023 fueled the Dartmouth High football team throughout the offseason. A determined Dartmouth team will look to make an even deeper run in the playoffs this year with the return of its top three offensive players from a year ago senior quarterback Jackson Hart, senior running back Ray Gramlich, and wide receiver Markus Andrews. The trio...
Fatal crashes in Brockton, Stoughton; cemetery removes decorations: 5 top stories
BROCKTON — Throughout last school year, groups of Brockton High School students were causing chaos and damage inside many nearby businesses located across Belmont Street, according to several store managers. A new Starbucks is now open for business and plans to close the dining area between 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. when BHS students get out of school. A pedestrian from New Bedford died Tuesday night after being struck by a van on North Quincy Street....
This may be the last chance to pick up Craftwork artifacts before Amy Lou Stein leaves for Europe
This may be the last chance to pick up Craftwork artifacts before Amy Lou Stein leaves for Europe. Amy Lou Stein, the owner and operator of the eclectic space called Craftwork in Somerville, is leaving after 17 years for a move to Europe. Sales of jewelry and her unique stone art objects go on through her online shop since an announcement Aug. 12 and closing of the store at 259 Highland Ave.
At least three shots fired around church and park
Investigators have recovered evidence indicating multiple shots were fired near St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 233 Harvard St., in The Port neighborhood of Cambridge. ShotSpotter technology heard three rounds fired at around 8:30 p.m., while a caller said they heard four or five shots fired at Sennott Park, according to scanner reports. The park is behind the church; in addition to shells found by police, an officer soon found a park garbage can that looked like it had been hit by gunfire.
VIDEO: A Robotic Guard “Dog” Surprises a Rhode Island Family
It’s not every day you see a robotic dog in the ‘wild’ - but on Saturday, that’s just what Nichola Colaluca did. The Rhode Island mom was taking her daughter to practice driving in the parking lot of the Citizens Bank campus in Johnston, when they came across the strange sight.
Rhode Island FC picks up road point in scoreless draw at Loudoun United FC
Rhode Island FC battled to a scoreless draw in its first-ever meeting with Loudoun United FC at Segra Field on Saturday, using a resilient second-half defensive effort to preserve its seventh clean sheet of the season and second in the last three matches. Although the hosts picked up the pressure in the second half after being outshot 8-3 in the first, Koke Vegas was the hero for RIFC, topping off a season-best five saves with his first penalty stop of the season in second-half stoppage time.
Woman charged with child endangerment after allegedly falling asleep in a drive thru with children in the car in Warren
WARREN, R.I. (WLNE) — A woman was arrested for child endangerment after allegedly falling asleep under the influence at the wheel of a car in a drive-thru with children in the backseat in Warren. On Aug. 14, the Warren Police said they responded to a drive-thru on Metacom Avenue...
‘A Big Win’: Harvard Expands Kosher Options in Undergraduate Dining Halls
Harvard Hillel will now serve hot lunches and dinners after the University expanded its kosher food options ahead of the 2024-25 academic year. By Sami E. Turner. Harvard University Dining Services will expand its kosher food options after a decades-long effort to introduce hot kosher lunches in undergraduate dining halls covered by the College’s undergraduate meal plan.
North Attleborough welcomes new pickleball courts with ribbon-cutting, tournament
(WJAR) — North Attleborough celebrated the opening of new pickleball courts with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Mason Field on Saturday. Town Manager Michael Borg and Town Council members kicked off the event with remarks to community members in attendance. Borg also participated in a ceremonial game before attendees competed...
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