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Best of the best take home ribbons from Rochester Grange Fair
ROCHESTER — Fruits and vegetables grown by farmers and gardeners around the Tri-Town and beyond this summer took center stage in competition for the 117th annual Rochester Grange Fair on Saturday, Aug. 17. Anything that could be found inside of a cornucopia was judged on Friday, Aug. 17. Winning...
Children, staff exposed to tuberculosis at NH child care facility
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Children and staff at a Manchester child care facility were exposed to an individual with tuberculosis over a five-month period, according to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services. Health officials reported that the person, who was recently diagnosed with tuberculosis, was present at...
Council Rock Newtown stays alive with win over Salem at Little League World Series
A four-run fourth inning and a fine pitching performance by Tyler Neeld propelled Council Rock Newtown to a 5-0 victory over Salem, New Hampshire, in the Little League World Series on Saturday night in Williamsport. CR Newtown, the Mid-Atlantic champions, will play another consolation game in the double-elimination baseball tournament. The team...
Sobriety Checkpoint in Worcester County Aug. 23 to Aug. 24
WORCESTER COUNTY – Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) Colonel John Mawn Jr., announced there will be a sobriety checkpoint in Worcester County this weekend. The checkpoint will take place from Friday, Aug. 23 into Saturday, Aug. 24. According to the MSP, the purpose of the sobriety checkpoint...
There’s a new rumor in the race to own the Celtics
It’s been almost two months since Celtics majority owner Wyc Grousbeck made it known that he was going to sell his stake in the Celtics. And since then, outside of a few comments here and there, there’s been a whole lot of nothing from both inside the C’s walls and even outside of them, for that matter.
Reps. Lynch, Pressley seek ‘urgency' to prevent Carney Hospital closure
Gov. Maura Healey has tried to close the door several times on government-led rescues of two Massachusetts hospitals owned by Steward Health Care, but every time she does, someone tries to put their foot on the threshold. Healey announced Friday that the state plans to use its eminent domain powers...
Former flight attendant starts annual 9/11 tribute journey from Boston
BOSTON - A former flight attendant left Boston Sunday on his fourth annual journey to honor the victims of 9/11, including several former coworkers who were killed.Honoring his friends and coworkersPaul Veneto began his Paulie's Push journey on Boston Common, pushing his airline beverage cart to New York City. The beverage cart features pictures of the airline crews who were aboard the hijacked planes."I've never felt any more conviction about making sure these guys are recognized," said Veneto.Veneto flew into Logan Airport on United Airlines Flight 175 on Sept. 10, 2001. The next day, the plane hit the second tower...
City sues Boston police union to avoid paying acquitted officers’ legal fees
The City of Boston is on the hook for $279,899 in legal fees after two police officers were acquitted in an overtime pay scam last year. The City of Boston is fighting in court to avoid paying nearly $300,000 in legal fees for police officers recently acquitted of running an overtime pay scam, court records show.
Downpours and thunderstorms in forecast for Monday
BOSTON - If you're in the Boston area or travelling through Massachusetts Monday, be prepared for heavy downpours and thunderstorms in the late afternoon and early evening.The WBZ Weather Team has issued a Next Weather Alert because there could be localized flooding and brief, gusty winds.The Storm Prediction Center has included portions of Massachusetts in the marginal risk for severe thunderstorms. This is the lowest level threat, a one on a scale of five.When will the heaviest rain arrive?While we anticipate a wet morning with showers in and out in the first half of the day, the stronger storms are...
Former NFL player, Wakefield resident, arrested in Boston Logan Airport, authorities say
Boston College alum Gosder Cherilus was arrested for allegedly urinating on a passenger, Massachusetts State Police said. Former NFL player and Boston College alum Gosder Cherilus was arrested by Massachusetts State Police in Logan Airport on Sunday, authorities said. Cherlius, who lives in Wakefield, allegedly urinated on a fellow passenger...
Proctor Academy Welcomes Two New Exhibiting Artists
I had the pleasure of visiting Angelique Luro’s and Liliana Folta’s art studios this summer. Entering their art studios was like stepping into another world. What an honor, and how exciting it was, to see the many different stages of their processes that bring their work to life. Both artists use bold color palettes, evoking a range of emotions and ideas.
Proctor Graduate DJ Rankins Enlists in US Air Force
Andover – On July 30, Donald DJ Rankins, Jr., of Concord, took the USAF oath of enlistment before departing for basic training. DJ, along with 41 other recruits representing all branches of the military, met at the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Boston where they signed their military contracts and, in the presence of their families, recited their final oath: “To support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over [them], according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice, so help me God.”
New Hampshire Fish and Game Says People Are Causing Surge of Bear Encounters
Recently, there has been a surge of bear sightings according to NBC10 Boston. New Hampshire Fish and Game are warning New Hampshire residents to be responsible to avoid a "situation." New Hampshire Residents and Visitors Are the Problem. One of the reasons why bears keep coming around is because they...
Four arrested in New Hampshire State Police saturation patrol
BEDFORD — A New Hampshire State Police saturation patrol on Friday night resulted in four arrests for various offenses including driving while intoxicated and drug possession. The operation, which took place on Aug. 16, was part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, a collaboration with...
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