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Portugal’s Barcelos Rooster Has a Colorful Origin Story
Have you ever walked into a house you've never visited before and come face to face with a colorful porcelain rooster?. Chances are whoever owns that house is Portuguese. Whether you’re full-blooded or just a little bit Portuguese, the Barcelos Rooster symbolizes unity, authenticity and good luck. Let me explain why.
Did You Know Sometimes AC Uses More Gas and Sometimes Windows Down Does?
Welcome to summer where July and August are the hottest times of the year with September being humidity-filled as well. However June can surprise us with heat waves, too. Driving with the windows down on a beautiful day is heaven however when it's just too hot it's complete misery and it's air condition time.
Providence Hoops Legend’s Name Misspelled at Complex Dedicated to Him
NORTH PROVIDENCE (WBSM) — A Rhode Island basketball legend and former NBA Rookie of the Year had a sports complex at a North Providence park named after him this weekend, a great honor – even if they did spell his name incorrectly. The Ernie DiGregorio Sports Complex at...
New Bedford’s Buttonwood Park Zoo Welcomes Three New Beaver Kits
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Buttonwood Park Zoo’s population is growing with its proud announcement of three American beaver babies, known as "kits." The kits, born May 16, are the babies of first-time parents eight-year-old female Wicket and six-year-old male Justin, and they have already begun exploring their outdoor habitat.
Whalemen’s & Fishermen’s Memorial Is Returning to New Bedford
Some people referred to him as Neptune, others referred to him as Poseidon. Whatever you called him, the majestic sculpture that once stood at the New Bedford waterfront is set to return and the city needs your help in choosing his new home. Created by Anna Hyatt Huntington, the Whalemen’s...
The Decline of Pay Phones in Every State
There were over 2.1 million pay phones in the U.S. at their peak in 1999, but now the technology is mostly relegated to nostalgia. Few wall-mounted pay phones linger in strip malls, and the silver and blue phone booths are mostly gone from the busy streets they once dotted in many parts of the U.S. Pay phones have become so rare that the FCC stopped requiring audits of them in 2018.
Teen Athlete J.J. Rice Dead at 18 Just Weeks Before Olympics Debut
J.J. Rice, a U.S.-born kitefoiler, was set to represent Tonga at the 2024 Paris Olympics. His father, Darren Rice, confirmed the tragedy to the Matangi Tonga newspaper, per Entertainment Tonight. According to reports, he died on Saturday (June 15) at Faleloa, on the island of Ha'apai in the Tonga archipelago.
There May Be Hope For This Suffering National Restaurant Chain After All
Remember how we all shed a tear over the uncertain future of cheddar bay biscuits at Red Lobster last month?. There is now hope the seafood chain might not be hit as hard as initially thought by its recent bankruptcy filing. How Red Lobster Ended Up Filing For Bankruptcy. Rumblings...
New Bedford’s Madeira Field Hosts First-Ever Punk Rock Festival RPRC Fest
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Madeira Field was rocking this past Saturday as New Bedford’s first-ever punk rock festival took place on the feast grounds. RPRC Fest was put on by Westport-based Railroad Park Recording Company, a recording studio and media production company. There was a slew of SouthCoast-based...
Rochester FD Celebrates Father’s Day With Huge Clam Bake Tradition
ROCHESTER (WBSM) — A Father's Day tradition continued on this year with the Rochester Fire Department. Sunday, June 16 marked another year down in history for its annual clam bake. In a post on the fire department's Facebook page, it celebrated the clam bake's success, which hosted 560 people....
Grandmother’s 1957 Yearbook Reveals a Somewhat Tragic Truth in Viral Video: WATCH
Someone's grandmother's 1957 yearbook on TikTok revealed a somewhat tragic truth about women's ambitions at the time. "This really baffled me," the person who posted the viral video said. "Going through my grandma's yearbook and realizing all the women's ambitions were the same," the video's caption said. In each slide,...
Relax by Fall River’s Waterfront With ‘Sunset Yoga on the Pier’
FALL RIVER (WBSM) — Ever wanted to experience what a yoga class is all about? Now you can do it every week right in the heart of Fall River. The summer is all about trying new things, but the pressure of commitment can cause some hesitation when looking to branch out.
Private Backyard Activity Could Get You Arrested in Massachusetts
The warm weather rolls on which means people are doing many activities and tasks in their backyard. There are a number of things you can legally do on your own property in Massachusetts including grilling, mowing the lawn, playing with your kids, you know, the regular everyday things. I Used...
This Massachusetts Pizza Joint is the Best Casual Dining Restaurant in MA
Massachusetts has tons of local restaurants and eateries that are exclusive to the Bay State. Whether those restaurants are in just one location, or in several spots throughout the Bay State, they all bring their own unique flavor regardless of what dishes they serve on their menu. As it turns out, there is one particular pizza joint that is exclusive to the Massachusetts that has been recently listed among the best casual dining spots in the U.S.
Two Massachusetts Hospitals Receive Lowest Patient Safety Grade in the State
Massachusetts is a great place to live. Things like great schools, thriving job markets, and an overall high quality of life all lead to folks choosing Massachusetts as their home. One of the main reasons the quality of life in Massachusetts consistently ranks so high is the overall health of...
Look Inside Jayson Tatum’s Massachusetts Home Worth $4M
The Boston Celtics will defend their home turf on Monday night in Boston during game 5 of the NBA finals against the Dallas Mavericks. After the Celtics win the championship game and take home the trophy on the luckiest night of the year, the stars of the team will back up their bags and head home to their multi-million-dollar mansions.
Does This Scientific Drink That Helps You Sober Up Fast Really Work?
It's tagline is 'Extend the Night, Enhance the Morning' and is being touted as the first, true hangover solution patented by actual scientists according to Forbes Magazine. It's called Safety Shot, comes in a can, and helps lower your blood alcohol level quickly to sober you up. It's only been available since January of 2024 so maybe you haven't even heard of it yet.
‘Entitled Family’ Adorably Cuts the Line at Disney World in Viral Video: WATCH
An "entitled family" adorably cut the line at Disney World in a viral video captured on TikTok. The family of ducks waddled their way through the Magic Kingdom entrance before the humans waiting in line had their chance to enter. "The audacity!" the person who posted the video joked in...
Two-Bedroom With Astonishing Price Is The Most Expensive Home in Rhode Island
It's the most expensive home on the market in Rhode Island right now and it only has two bedrooms. An iconic property on its own private peninsula of land in Jamestown is being listed for the first time in generations and if you can swing the $30 million price tag, you'd own quite the stunning view.
How to Get Sabrina Carpenter’s Exclusive ‘Espresso’ Ice Cream This Summer
Sabrina Carpenter's "Espresso" may be THE song of the summer, and now fans get a chance to enjoy true pop synaesthesia as the singer has teamed up with an ice cream company to release a limited-edition flavor inspired by her hit. What Flavor is Sabrina Carpenter's New Ice Cream?. Van...
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