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National Pizza Chain Saved From Bankruptcy After Quietly Closing 44 Locations
While some cities now have one less pizza option, others can celebrate one of their favorites that will be sticking around for a little longer. It's been a struggle for several recognizable chain restaurants in 2024. And the list keeps growing. So far, the year has brought us reports of...
New Mexican Bistro Is Bringing the Flavor to Plymouth
Some serious flavor is coming to Main Street in Plymouth. With one location in Falmouth and one in Hyannis, Añejo Mexican Bistro will add a third in Plymouth, and the popular Mexican destination gave a sneak peek into its newest location. Añejo Mexican Bistro. According to the restaurant's...
Lemon Water Really Is a Morning Wonder Drink for These Four Reasons
Is the first time you had lemon water buy the swimming pool or at a spa? It's not something we often have at home but it should be. We know staying hydrated is crucial. We know drinking a glass of water first thing in the morning is beyond beneficial to replenish the fluids we lost while sleeping. But why not increase the refreshing health benefits with lemon.
Nantucket Harbor Almost Swallows Up ‘Captain’ Dave Portnoy
Nantucket life got the best of Dave Portnoy this week when he found himself drifting farther and farther away from the harbor on a boat with no power. Thanks to a random woman on a sailboat, the Barstool CEO was saved from floating out to sea by the US Coastguard, and now Portnoy is contemplating his life decisions from the safety on land.
Why Are Christina and Josh Hall Getting Divorced?
HGTV star Christina Hall and her husband Josh are officially getting divorced. According to Entertainment Tonight, Josh initiated the divorce proceedings by filing for a dissolution of marriage on Tuesday (July 16). However, Christina has also filed her own set of divorce papers in addition to Josh's filing. Per the...
Dartmouth Police Warn of New Scammer Tactic on Social Media
DARTMOUTH (WBSM) — Now more than ever, scammers are on the rise, targeting people with links that can cause serious repercussions if we fall for them and click. Social media platforms, personal emails and even text messages have become unsafe and infiltrated by scammers. Unfortunately, it seems like lately scams have become more creative in their approach.
Woman Threatens to Kick Out Roommate After His Girlfriend Steals Her Cookie Dough
A woman on Reddit is furious after her roommate's girlfriend stole her cookie dough. She explained in a post on the Am I The A--hole forum how the cookie dough theft was her last straw. "I rent a room to a lad called AJ. He’s 31. He is dating Nina...
Birkenstocks and Khaki Shorts-Wearing ‘Hero’ Goes Off on Rude Man in New York Airport
A man on TikTok is being hailed as a "Birkenstocks and khaki cargo shorts" wearing hero after he was filmed going off on a rude man in a New York airport. "Not all heroes wear capes, sometimes they wear Birkenstocks and khaki cargo shorts," the viral video's caption says. The...
Thousands of SouthCoast Students Benefit from Junior Achievement
As part of our Southcoast Health Community Spotlight, we are excited to shine the spotlight on the non-profit organization Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts. Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts is a nonprofit organization that collaborates with the public, private, and education sectors to advance career readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy education for kindergarten to college-aged students across the region. Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts has grown its student education programs to over 6,000 students annually across 21 cities and towns.
Bang Chan From Stray Kids Makes Fans Swoon With Flirty Messages
Stray Kids' leader Bang Chan knows how to have fans of the K-pop group wrapped around his finger. The singer-rapper frequently makes fans swoon with his flirty social media messages. In one recent series of messages, Chan teased fans for watching and making thirst trap edits of the group members.
Massachusetts Moves to Reintroduce Happy Hour For Cheap Drinks After 40-Year Prohibition
Good news for Massachusetts residents: Happy Hour could return after a 40-year state ban. Massachusetts has been the only state where happy hours have been illegal since a ban was put in place in 1984 to combat drunk driving. However, a recent amendment approved by state lawmakers is poised to change that.
Seven Household Uses for Those Tiny, Silica Gel Packs
Chances are the first thing you do when you see one of those small, silica gel packets tucked in with your packages you simply toss it. In case you didn't know, according to Discover Magazine, those little gel pellets act like sponges and soak up moisture and condensation when there's too much, and release water when it's too dry. They actually hold up to 40 percent of their weight in moisture.
Exactly When Does That Leftover Pizza Belong in the Trash?
Pizza is the easiest thing to order and eat. Whether it's from a night out on the town and those munchies take over at midnight, it was a long day at work and you want the delicious simplicity, or it's a weekly Friday night ritual, pizza is a natural go-to.
SouthCoast YMCAs Opened as Cooling Center Amidst Heatwave
Another heat wave has descended upon the SouthCoast. With temperatures climbing up into the 90s, towns across the SouthCoast have been providing resources such as cooling centers to keep community members cool and safe. YMCA SouthCoast branches will open their doors today, July 16, until Wednesday July 17, as designated...
Woman Devastated After Fiance Tells Her She’s ‘Lucky He’s Putting up With Me’
A woman on Reddit is unsure what to do about getting married considering her fiancé is constantly putting her down during arguments. "We have been together for over three years. Our relationship was perfect the first year but from there it only went downhill. Our relationship has been a bit rocky lately," the woman began.
Four Easy, Everyday Items You May Not Be Replacing as Much as You Should
You know how our pillows start yellowing? You can be the cleanest person and it will still happen. It's from sweat, hair products, lotions, and natural oils from your skin. The yellowing is an obvious sign that we can only put off for so long before we need to hit Target, Home Goods, or Amazon and buy new ones.
Why JD Vance Did an Interview With Kacey Musgraves in 2017
Former President Donald Trump made headlines on July 15 (Monday), after he chose Ohio Sen. JD Vance to be his running mate on the 2024 Republican White House Ticket. Prior to his political career, Vance wrote the New York Times bestselling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, which was adapted into a 2020 Netflix film starring Glenn Close and Amy Adams.
Nathan is All About Giving High Fives, Reading and Playing
Nathan is a happy 12-year-old boy who loves to smile and give high fives. He loves watching Dora the Explorer, Mickey Mouse, and Jake and the Never Land Pirates. He's also a fan of books featuring any of the above-mentioned characters, especially having the books read to him. A talented artist in his own right, he loves to draw and color.
New Bedford Man Identified as Victim in Fatal Assonet Crash
FREETOWN (WBSM) — A New Bedford man has been identified as the person killed in a single-vehicle crash in the Assonet section of Freetown Sunday night. Freetown Police and Fire responded to a 911 report of a serious single-vehicle crash on Copicut Road near the intersection with Bell Rock Road in Assonet at about 11:30 p.m. on July 14.
Taunton Police Seek Help in Locating Missing Woman
TAUNTON (WBSM) — Taunton Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a woman who has been missing for over a month. Chief Edward Walsh said Amanda Brown, 37, is believed to have been missing since at least early June. He said Brown has ties to the Boston,...
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