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‘Massive brawl’ at Revere High School sends staff member to the hospital
“The Revere School Committee has abdicated its responsibilities to care for the well-being of Revere students and educators,” the city's educators union said. “They’re ignoring a crisis.”. A Revere High School administrator was injured after a “massive brawl” broke out just days into the new school year,...
Motorcyclist seriously injured in collision in Keene, police say
KEENE, N.H. — Police said a motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash in Keene on Thursday morning. A motorcycle and sedan collided at the intersection of Route 9 and Sullivan Road just before 8 a.m., according to investigators. The motorcyclist was taken to Cheshire Medical Center before being...
The County in Mass. that abuses alcohol the most:
If you're retired, wealthy and enjoy leisure, you might be drinking too much?. Dukes County, Massachusetts (Martha's Vineyard) Dukes County is the second most populous county in Massachusetts, with a population of over 26,000 people. It is the drunkest county in the state, with a high rate of excessive drinking.
Ahead of the GOP primary, meet the candidates hoping to challenge Elizabeth Warren
Either Robert Antonellis, Ian Cain, or John Deaton will claim victory in the Republican primary on Sept. 3. Which Republican will challenge incumbent Sen. Elizabeth Warren in November? That’s the question that will be answered on Sept. 3, when engineer Robert Antonellis, Quincy City Council President Ian Cain, and lawyer and cryptocurrency advocate John Deaton face off in the Republican primary. Warren is running unopposed on the Democratic ticket.
Main Street America Insurance Exits Personal Lines
Main Street America Insurance said Thursday it will stop offering personal lines insurance in favor of a commercial lines strategy. The Jacksonville, Florida-based insurer founded about 100 years ago in Keene, New Hampshire said it is “tightening” its focus and leaning into what it called a “tremendous opportunity” in commercial lines.
Apartment building proposed off Centre Street in West Roxbury with no affordable housing, but way more parking than city now calls for
A Medfield developer yesterday filed plans to replace a vacant nursing home at 5 Redlands Rd. in West Roxbury with a three-story, 30-unit apartment building with 45 underground parking spaces - and real spaces, not some complex mechanical stacker system. The proposal by the Larkin Real Estate Group contains no...
Cyanobacteria warnings issued for Pool Pond and Emerson Pond in Rindge
RINDGE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) has issued new cyanobacteria warnings for Pool Pond and Emerson Pond in Rindge, following the detection of elevated cyanobacteria levels. The warning for Pool Pond was issued on August 27, while Emerson Pond received its warning on August 29.
Boston College stunned by deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
BOSTON -- Former Boston College hockey star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were both killed in a crash Thursday night in New Jersey while riding bikes, police said Friday.Boston College "stunned""All of us in the Boston College community are stunned by this tragic news," BC spokesman Jack Dunn said in an email to WBZ-TV."Johnny Gaudreau was not only one of the greatest players in the history of Boston College hockey, but one of the nicest as well. Matthew was a gifted [player] who was equally beloved by his teammates. Our prayers are with Johnny, Matthew and the entire...
Cyber-attack targets Keene School District, $2.1 million stolen
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Keene School District fell victim to a cyber-attack recently resulting in the theft of approximately $2.1 million. The breach was uncovered by the School Administrative Unit 29 business office in collaboration with its banking partners, revealing a series of fraudulent electronic bank transfers. Upon...
Twin Valley has holes to fill but coach optimistic for solid season
WHITINGHAM- The Twin Valley boys’ varsity soccer team brings back a veteran squad that fell just short of an undefeated season in 2023. The Wildcats’ quest for perfection stopped a goal short when they lost 1-0 to Winooski in the Division 4 championship match last November. “I’m cautiously...
Hungry Lion bike tour returns next month
WHITINGHAM - The 13th Hungry Lion Bike Tour, sponsored by the Deerfield Valley Lions, will be held on Saturday, September 28. The beautiful Town Hill will be the event base. This fall foliage cycling tour has become a favorite in New England and includes five different rides for cyclists of all abilities, from a short 5-mile loop to a 75-mile challenge. Walkers are also welcome to choose between two- or five-mile routes.
Historical Society remembers Mountain Mills 100 years later
WILMINGTON - This month marked the conclusion of a yearlong commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the flooding of Mountain Mills. The commemoration, led by the Historical Society of Wilmington, comprised numerous site visits around town related to the once-thriving community that ceased to exist in 1924 when the New England Power Company flooded it to create the Harriman Reservoir.
Vineyard plan to tax $1M-plus real estate transactions gets a boost from Mass. House
The Massachusetts House advanced one of the most hot-button housing policies of the session on Thursday -- but only for six towns and at a session attended by fewer than 10 state representatives. The chamber gave initial approval to a bill sponsored by Rep. Dylan A. Fernandes’, D-Barnstable/Dukes/Nantucket, allowing Martha’s...
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