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Residents of two trailer parks in Auburn say they face unfair rent hikes, deceptive practices
“Once a tenant decides to place their mobile home unit in a park, they essentially cannot move it. That makes them a captive party for negotiating purposes with community owners, and community owners know that.”. Residents of two mobile home parks in Auburn are claiming in a class action lawsuit...
Labor Coalition Led by Massachusetts, Illinois, and Seattle Urges DHS to Extend Protection for Noncitizen Workers Amid Investigations
To protect noncitizen workers during investigations into labor violations, new measures are being introduced to strengthen their rights, the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, joined by the offices from Illinois and the Seattle Office of Labor Standards, has formed a coalition with 27 other labor enforcement agencies to petition the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Their request is to extend the Deferred Action Program period for these workers from two years to a minimum of four years, according to a press release from the Massachusetts AG's office.
Hadley Printing Seeks Growth in an Inconsistent Market
Looking back on 2020 and 2021 — when business ground to a halt for many industries, then began to ramp back up way too slowly — Chris Derosiers is grateful that Hadley Printing Co. was able to weather the storm after clients of all kinds halted jobs and dramatically scaled back on the volume of orders.
Silverthorne Theater Company Presents Northeast Premiere of “Bulrusher”
Opening Wednesday, July 10th, and running through Sunday, July 14th, with 7:30 PM performances on Wednesday, July 10th through Saturday, July 13th, and 3:00 PM performances on Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th. Mainstage Theater, Emily Dickinson Hall, Hampshire College; 893 West St, Amherst, MA 01002. Silverthorne Theater Company...
Massachusetts police warn of scheme being used to steal packages being delivered to homes
Porch pirates are nothing new in Massachusetts, however, their tactics have changed to become a little more sophisticated. The Westminster Police Department recently took reports of thefts of delivered packages from FedEx and Amazon. These reports are very similar with a typically high-valued package being delivered and within minutes of the delivery, a suspect is seen approaching the house carrying a box or a bag and will either take the package or trade an empty box for an item that was delivered.
Mass. Law Eliminates Outdoor Grilling
It's the 4th of July in Massachusetts and it's time to grill! I remember the time when I almost burned my garage down. Most people ignore the following very important laws about outdoor grilling in MA. I remember it well, I had some friends over the house, the kids were...
Eastern equine encephalitis detected in Mass. mosquitoes for 1st time this year, officials say
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced Wednesday that Eastern equine encephalitis has been detected in Massachusetts mosquitoes for the first time this year. West Nile virus detected in Massachusetts for 1st time this year, health officials say So far, no human or animal cases have been reported. The presence of EEE was confirmed in samples collected from Carver in Plymouth County.
Massachusetts Gov orders flags lowered; family asks for funeral donations after Massachusetts Airman dies while serving country
An active-duty serviceman from Massachusetts has died while on duty. According to a GoFundMe fundraiser, Airman First Class Pierre D. Dushime of Natick, tragically passed away while serving our country a few days ago. “Pierre was not only a dedicated serviceman but a shining example of resilience, intelligence, and determination.
Chicopee woman killed in Hartford hit-and-run crash remembered for her compassion
A Chicopee woman who was killed in late June in a hit-and-run crash in Hartford was an experienced nurse who cared for every person she treated, according to her obituary. Lutricia “Trish” Daniels, 40, was born on May 18, 1984, to the late James Wade Daniels Jr. of Brookhaven, Mississippi and Diane Guadeloupe of Springfield, Massachusetts, according to her obituary. She carried a sense of community throughout her life, it stated.
Chester Theatre Company Presents World Premiere of “Unreconciled”
July 4–14 Written by Jay Sefton and Mark Basquill. Scenery and projections design by Tony nominee, Nick Hussong. Unreconciled is the true story of an adolescent actor cast as Jesus in a play directed by a pedophile priest. The play chronicles a survivor’s journey as he confronts his past and discovers the courage to use his voice and redefine what reconciliation means. Jay Sefton’s virtuosic solo performance is an unflinching quest for justice, brimming with heart, humor, and compassion.
AT BERKSHIRE BUSK!: Week of July 4, 2024
A familiar orange-clad figure will be back and hopping around Railroad Street this weekend. Stunt comedian Wacky Chad will return as one of Berkshire Busk!’s headlining acts on both Friday, July 5, and Saturday, July 6. Festivities throughout downtown Great Barrington begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday Highlights: High-Flying Acts,...
Springfield children’s author produces companion coloring book to her ‘Good to Be Me’ story
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield author R.A. Cook knows: Everyone has their own story to tell, even kids. Cook helps young people do just that, with her new children’s book, “Good to Be Me, the Coloring Book: Discovering What Makes Me Special & Unique,” which launched last Thursday. The coloring book showcases illustrations by Mike Quinones G and is based on Cook’s original story, “Good To Be Me: Discovering What Makes Me Special and Unique,” published in August last year.
'We Survived Together': Monson Iraq Veteran Rescues Cat From Deployment
The "Cat Daddy," who lives in Monson, picked up the moniker after he adopted a feline friend he made during his first deployment. During his second stint overseas — last year in Iraq — he made another. So when it was time to return home, members of his unit turned to him to see if he would be willing to do it again.
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