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New Bedford’s Downtown Rocked By 1977 Massive Gas Explosion
In the pre-dawn hours of Tuesday, January 18, 1977, a series of explosions ripped apart a portion of the Downtown New Bedford Historic District. Nearly 60 buildings were damaged by the explosions. Miraculously, no one was injured. The West Island Weather Station says the first explosion occurred at 4:43 a.m.
Three Reasons Why Our Prescription Bottles Are That Burnt Orange Color
Those burnt orange or amber toned prescription bottles are standard. We've all seen them, picked up our own prescription in them, and finally thrown them away. No matter where you pick up your prescribed medication, 99% chance they come in an orange plastic bottle with a child-proof white top. But...
Enter to Win Kygo Tickets in Boston
The "Fun107 Ticket Window” is open! Your chance to win concert tickets happens all summer long thanks to Revitalize RX Dartmouth. Kygo is coming to Boston and we have your chance to win tickets. Kygo is playing at TD Garden in Boston on Tuesday, September 17. You can purchase...
Once Beloved Mall Brand About to Make Triumphant Return After 15 Years
It's the 1990s all over again. At least that's what one brand is banking on as it teases a return several years after closing its doors. At one time, seemingly every mall in America was occupied by the same stores selling clothing to tweens and teens. Shoppers came to expect these stores in just about every shopping mall:
7 ‘Carol Burnett Show’ Characters Who Still Make Us Laugh
Comedy can quickly become outdated as styles, mannerisms, and references lose their appeal faster than ever. This rapid evolution often leaves some TV shows seeming outdated in no time at all. That said, when you revisit some of the more popular recurring sketches from The Carol Burnett Show, it becomes...
Famous Game Show Host Was Involved in a Marion Car Crash
MARION (WBSM) — Even though this story out of Marion from back in the 1970s is about the host of a different television game show, let’s start this off as if we were playing Jeopardy!. Here’s the clue: “This celebrated TV game show host was involved in a...
Sriracha is Turning From Red to Brown on Store Shelves; Here’s Why
What was once a fiery red color on grocery store shelves has turned a dull brown without much explanation. Sriracha's distinct shade of red was a precursor to the heat that awaited users after squirting the sauce on top of things like noodles and Asian-inspired dishes. Now, that red seems to have gone away.
Man Thinks Fellow Plane Passenger With ‘Disgusting Cough’ Should Be Kicked off Flight
A man on Reddit is sharing his thoughts about wanting another passenger kicked off of a plane due do their cough. The man prefaces his post by sharing what airline he flew through. "I am sitting on an idling Scoot Airlines (budget Singapore fleet) from Singapore to Greece… a +12hr...
The One, Full-Proof Way to Tell if a Watermelon is Truly Ripe
Ugh, we've all been there. So excited to bite into that luscious, juicy, sweet watermelon. Summer at its best for sure. Then, after all the excitement and hoopla, your watermelon moment is that light pink, dull-tasting bite that makes your heart sink. While there are several things we've all been...
Boston Welcomes Back Sabrina Carpenter for Her 2024 Short ‘n’ Sweet Arena Tour
Sabrina Carpenter heard Boston's pleas loud and clear as she announces an epic return to the city. Following a life-changing year touring as an opening act for Taylor Swift’s Latin American shows on the Eras Tour, Carpenter is set to hit the road this fall with her 2024 Short ‘n’ Sweet headlining arena tour across North America.
Man Bribed to Attend Sister’s Wedding Takes the Cash and Leaves After Nasty Relative Drops Slur
A man on Reddit is asking if he is wrong for leaving his sister's wedding but taking the bribe he were paid to attend. The man prefaces his story by saying that he did not get along with their brother and have been no contact with him since the brother left their parent's house.
Dartmouth Launches New Challenger Cheerleading Team for Athletes with Disabilities
The Dartmouth Youth Football League (DYFL) is thrilled to announce the formation of a new Challenger Team for Cheerleading, bringing an inclusive and exciting opportunity for young athletes in the community. The Challenger Division is designed for athletes aged 5 to 18 with physical or mental disabilities who are currently...
Rhode Island Beats Massachusetts for Dog-Friendliest State
It's no secret that Maddie and I have a running feud going about which state is better. While Maddie feels her home state of Rhode Island is better, I, needless to say, disagree. Born and raised in Massachusetts, I tend to prefer just about everything about our state. It looks,...
Food For Tots for the Friends of Jack June 2024
One of our favorite charity programs is making a comeback here at Fun 107. Food for Tots is all about raising money to support the Friends of Jack Foundation, a local charity focused on bringing the best pediatric healthcare to the SouthCoast, making it accessible to all children regardless of the financial situation of their families.
Ariel ‘Judges’ Disney World Guest for Eating Salmon at EPCOT Restaurant
A Disney World guest felt "judged" by one of the most popular Disney Princesses when they ordered seafood at a restaurant in the EPCOT theme park. The awkward moment went down at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall located in the Norway pavilion of EPCOT. "I was at Akershus for the Princess...
Witness: Westport’s Sweatpants Coyote Was Shot
WESTPORT (WBSM) — As we have followed the saga in recent days of the deceased coyote pup in Westport found with sweatpants tied around its neck, one question has remained. We now know how the animal was killed, when it was struck by a vehicle. We now know why...
Donald Sutherland Dead at 88: ‘A Life Well Lived’
Donald Sutherland has passed away. He was 88. According to Deadline, legendary talent agency CAA confirmed that he died on June 20 (Thursday) in Miami after a long illness. His son, and actor Kiefer Sutherland, also confirmed his passing on social media. "With a heavy heart, I tell you that...
Should This Heartbroken Man Propose to His Girlfriend Who Doesn’t Want to Get Married?
A man is torn about whether or not he should propose to his girlfriend after they both previously expressed they never saw themselves being married. "We've been together for approximately two years and we've discussed everything between heaven and earth. Values, future, kids and marriage. It was pretty early on in our relationship and she asked me if I've ever 'met anyone I wanted to marry.' I told her 'no, I've never felt that way' and I 'don't think i want to get married.' Then I asked her the same thing and she basically gave me the same answer," the man wrote on Reddit.
Chef Gordon Ramsay Finally Tastes the #1 Ranked Pizza in the Country
New York style thin crust pizza and Chicago deep dish style pizza are givens. Everyone has heard of them and most likely tasted some version of them whether it was actually in New York or Chicago or not. Then there are the much lesser-known styles that maybe you've heard of...
Kim Kardashian Would Give up Botox to Help This Part of Her Career
Kim Kardashians has concerns when it comes to getting Botox and having it affect her career. In The Kardashians' Season 5 episode "Baby Rocky" (June 20), Kardashian told friends she sold a comedy movie to Netflix called The Fifth Wheel, in which she stars. Kardashian is also producing the film.
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