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Winner of $15 million off of Massachusetts State Lottery scratch ticket is all about family
The winner of a huge prize on a Massachusetts scratch ticket is all about family. According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, K & K Trust of Waltham claimed a $15 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “15,000,000 Money Maker” instant ticket game. The trust, represented by...
Police department hosts successful National Night Out
WILMINGTON — The Wilmington Police Department hosted their 10th annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, Aug. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m., outside of the public safety building at Rotary Park. The free event invited residents and community members to gather and enjoy games and activities for all...
Will interview initial candidates: Town Manager Screening Committee outlines process
TEWKSBURY — The Town Manager Screening Committee met on Tuesday, Aug. 6 for their first and only public meeting as they prepare to embark on the process of selecting candidates for Tewksbury’s next town manager. Select Board members Mark Kratman and Patrick Holland opened the meeting and guided...
Wilmington has a solid summer: Girls basketball finishes season with win over Burlington
WOBURN — The Wilmington High girls basketball team held its own at the Summer Basketball final tourney, last week at Torrice Gym, despite only coming with four players. The 12 teams were divided into three pods, and the Wildcats played in the middle one, suggesting they were in the middle of the pack this summer.
WATCH: Live Great White Shark Beaches On Nantucket, Rescued By California Family
Liza Phillips was walking along Low Beach in ‘Sconset Friday afternoon with family and friends before they had to catch a flight when they came across an all-timer of a beach find. “I was tossing the football with my dad and he looked down the beach and said ‘Oh...
Friends and Coworkers Mourn Woman Who Died in Moped Crash
The Florida woman who died in an Oak Bluffs moped crash Thursday was remembered by her colleagues as a sweet soul who was dedicated to nurturing women business leaders. Julie Harris, 41, of Fort Lauderdale, was pronounced dead at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital Thursday afternoon after reports that she swerved her rental moped into an oncoming car.
Apartment lottery now open in conjunction with Chelmsford
TEWKSBURY — Some of Tewksbury’s new affordable apartments are now available as part of a lottery that is being conducted in conjunction with the Chelmsford Housing Authority. The rental units, located at 935 Main St., are part of a recently completed 19-unit development. The available units include one...
Massachusetts man sentenced for role in drug trafficking organization where 74,000+ counterfeit pills seized
BOSTON – A Lynn man was sentenced Friday in federal court in Boston for participating in a drug trafficking organization that allegedly distributed tens of thousands of counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine. Christopher Tejeda, 23, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Chief Judge Dennis F. Saylor IV...
Hot dogs for helping Rowley Food Pantry
To thank everyone who contributed to its food drive, the Rowley Country Club is handing out free hot dogs today to say thank you. The food drive is to support the Rowley Food Pantry. Organizers are seeking non-perishable items to help those in need. Kevin Moriarity, who runs food services...
Youth softball: Another big weekend for Redmen Red squad
The 12U Redmen Red team came into last weekend’s tournament in Woburn riding high coming in the top two in three of their last four tournaments. “We knew the rain was going to play a factor for this tournament but we also knew that we had to play our game and we can’t control the weather,” Redmen Red coach Adam Perkins stated.
Chilling update as 5-year-old's grandmother arrested for Christmas Eve murder
A New Hampshire cold case has had a shock update after an arrest was made over the murder of a five-year-old boy on Christmas Eve 2019. Dennis 'Boo' Vaughan Jr. was found dead inside a two-story townhouse in Laconia, New Hampshire, with his death ruled a homicide after investigators discovered blunt force trauma to his head and neck. The case has remained unsolved until his grandmother, Sherry Connor, 61, was arrested and charged for his death this week.
Veteran parade-goer becomes participant, thanks to community's helping hands
ALTON — Norman Crawford, a veteran who lives in Alton, had one request: to go to the Alton Old Home Day parade. His wish, and more, came true. A Facebook post by Helping Hands for the Lakes Region, a local nonprofit that helps seniors and disabled adults, connected Crawford with a ride to Alton Old Home Day last weekend, and he even got to ride on the American Legion parade float.
NAMI Walks NH Coming In October
NAMI New Hampshire is a grassroots organization working to improve the quality of life for all by providing support, education and advocacy for people affected by mental illness and suicide. Comprised of a network of affiliate chapters and support groups, staff and volunteers, NAMI NH provides information, education and support...
Trotta is movin’ on up: Tewksbury assistant coach to take head job in Concord
One particular member of Tewksbury High’s 2024 varsity baseball squad is still reaping the benefits of its high-flying season on the diamond last spring. After pitching coach Matt Trotta was at the nucleus of the Redmen’s first winning season since 2008 and first state tournament triumph since 2012, he’s had an opportunity present itself that he couldn’t turn down.
Falling Embers Pause Part of Oak Bluffs Fireworks
A portion of the Oak Bluffs fireworks was cut short Friday after strong winds coming off the water resulted in burning embers falling into the nearby crowd. The annual fireworks display is viewed by hundreds of people at Ocean Park. Fireworks are shot from a barge about 1,000 yards offshore and an area on the beach next to the Steamship Authority terminal.
Wilmington Tennis Open another success
The Wilmington Tennis Open was held earlier this month and the event was another big success on the courts. The Friends of Wilmington Tennis want to thank the following local businesses for their generous donations that help support the tournament and Wilmington’s High School tennis teams and their coaches: The Willows Racquet Club, Wilson Wolfe Real Estate, Elia’s Country Store, Top Linen Cleaners and Tremezzo’s.
Naked Massachusetts man arrested after breaking into NH senior housing complex, police say
SEABROOK, N.H. — A Massachusetts man was arrested after allegedly breaking into a senior housing complex in Seabrook, New Hampshire, while naked, police said. Officers received a report around 3:45 a.m. Thursday of a naked man who rang a doorbell near Railroad Avenue and Centennial Street before fleeing toward Route 1.
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