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First criminal trial in New Hampshire youth detention center abuse scandal starts
CONCORD, N.H. — The first criminal trial arising from a five-year investigation into allegations of abuse at New Hampshire’s youth detention center starts Monday, though the case involves a different state-run facility. Victor Malavet, 62, of Gilford, is one of nine former state workers charged in connection with...
NH woman appears in court charged with operating under the influence
A woman who told police she drove from Byfield to pick up a Christmas Day meal of Chinese food has appeared in Ipswich District Court charged with operating under the influence of liquor (OUI-L). Teaya L. Fitzgerald, 42, of 3 Clearwater Drive, Dover, N.H., was also charged with leaving the...
Massachusetts Based Chain Eliminating Tobacco Sales in Over 400 Stores
Massachusetts is a great place to live. Residents and visitors have their choice of city or county life, plenty of restaurants, and of course, plenty of shopping. Massachusetts is home to an abundance of independent retailers from book stores, to sports equipment and gift shops. While small and family-owned businesses are a vital part of the state's economy, big box stores have their place in Massachusetts as well.
New England College football hosts intrasquad scrimmage before inaugural season
HENNIKER, N.H. — After a 50-year hiatus, New England College brought back a football team. Coached by Kevin Kelly, the Pilgrims had an intrasquad scrimmage Sunday afternoon ahead of their pre-varsity schedule this season. The team will play a full NCAA Div. III schedule in 2025.
Facing natural disasters, some lawmakers look to make oil companies pay for the damage
Vermont is the first state trying a new approach to climate policy: charging fossil fuel companies money to cover the damages caused by natural disasters worsened by climate change. Other states could be close behind. New York lawmakers passed their own measure in June, though it’s unclear if Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul will sign the […]
Photos: Get a 1st Look at Latrice Royale in Ogunquit Playhouse's
RuPaul's Drag Race star Latrice Royale has become a fabulous man-eating plant from outer space in Ogunquit Playhouse's Little Shop of Horrors, running through September 21. Get a first look at the production, which began August 22 at the Maine theatre, in the gallery below. Royale leads the Howard Ashman-Alan...
York man charged with terrorizing after allegedly firing gun at neighbor and boats
YORK, Maine — A local man is facing charges of terrorizing and reckless conduct after he allegedly fired a gun at a neighbor and two boats at York Beach on Friday night. York police responded to the area of Long Beach Avenue and Webber Road at 9:56 p.m. upon receiving a report of someone being shot at, according to Detective Sgt. Thomas Cryan. ...
Newly Minted Millionaire: Central Mass Man Wins $2.64M In Lottery
A Worcester County man said he would fund his children's college and buy himself something very special with his massive lottery win over the weekend. Kevin Connor, of Rochdale, won $2.64 million in the MegaBucks Lottery on Saturday, Aug. 24. The winning numbers were 5-6-8-…
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Cape Cod, Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Cape Cod, in effect until 7 p.m. on Monday. The watch also includes Nantucket and Dukes counties and other locations across the state. According to the forecast discussion issued by the National Weather Service Boston/Norton office, "Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms...
Sand, gravel mining in southeastern MA draws activists. Report points to cranberry growers
BOSTON − Activists seeking a moratorium on sand and gravel mining operations in southeastern Massachusetts delivered a petition to Beacon Hill leaders Tuesday demanding action from Gov. Maura Healey and state environmental protection officials. The Community Land and Water Coalition, in Plymouth, which says its mission is to protect...
Massachusetts State Trooper Charged with Assault in Fitchburg, Put on Leave and Certification Suspended
In a recent development, a Massachusetts State Police trooper has been arrested and relieved of duty following charges stemming from a domestic violence incident. Trooper Dylan Knox, 31, is facing serious allegations including assault with a dangerous weapon, strangulation and witness intimidation. These events took place in Fitchburg, as reported by Boston 25 News.
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