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Severe thunderstorms impact central, eastern Mass.
BOSTON — Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain, intense lightning, gusty winds and hail were moving across central and eastern Massachusetts, impacting the greater Boston and Worcester areas Thursday afternoon. "It has a history of some very gusty winds and even some hail," StormTeam 5 meteorologist Mike Wankum said. "If...
New Winter 2025 Farmer’s Almanac Forecast For Massachusetts
The Farmer's Almanac, not to be confused with the "Old Farmer's Almanac" is out with its winter prediction for the U.S. Farmer's Almanac New Winter 2025 Prediction For Mass. The average snowfall for Massachusetts during a normal winter is about 45 inches. We did not get close to that last year. Some say the El Nino weather pattern is to blame for that.
Massachusetts firefighters deploy to help battle wildfires in Idaho
MASSACHUSETTS - A crew of firefighters from Massachusetts is supporting efforts to battle wildfires in the western part of the country as demand for resources continues to soar. A team of 21 left for Idaho over the weekend. They're the second crew the state has sent in a month and...
MSPCA announces several fee-waived adoption events
BOSTON, Mass. (WLNE) — The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) announced several fee-waived adoption events throughout late August and early September. The MSPCA and its Massachusetts Animal Shelter Support (MASS) coalition partners said the events are to free up space in shelters throughout the...
New Substance Use Disorder Bill being crafted to help tackle issues with the opioid epidemic in Massachusetts
There's a new Substance Use Disorder Bill in the works crafted by the Senate and the House. 22News spoke with leaders about the impact this could have on tackling issues with the opioid epidemic in our state.
OIG: Former EEC commissioner wrongly sent millions to Illinois consulting firm
Samantha Aigner-Treworgy worked with Illinois company Aim and Arrow in her role as Chicago’s Chief of Early Learning before heading the EEC for the Bay State and sending the firm over $2.1 million for strategic planning purposes.
Mass conservation efforts grant 'permanent protection' for over 800 acres of wildlife habitat: 'Important in so many different ways'
In a remarkable win for local communities and nature alike, over 800 acres of land in Barre, Massachusetts, are now under permanent conservation protection. As reported by The Gardner News, the newly designated Hawes Hill Conservation Corridor will not only preserve the natural beauty and wildlife habitat of the area but also contribute to the well-being of residents by securing clean drinking water, supporting local farms, and enhancing climate resilience.
After stabbing, Ed Flynn calls for pause on Boston Common events
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn has called for a pause on permitted events around the Boston Common after a stabbing in the area left one man injured Wednesday. In an interview Thursday, Flynn, who has publicly indicated interest in running for mayor, said Boston needs to acknowledge “significant public safety challenges in Downtown Crossing and Boston Common and along Tremont Street.”
Nine innings with the Red Sox, starting with the reality of the playoff pursuit
The Red Sox, as feisty as they are, most likely aren’t making the playoffs. Playing nine innings while starting to wonder if Triston Casas is as comfortable in Worcester as Manny Ramirez was once upon a time during a prolonged rehab assignment in Pawtucket …. 1. It’s OK to...
More Worcester traffic crashes in first half of 2024 than years before, report says
WORCESTER — With a newly declared "Road Safety and Traffic Violence Crisis” in the city after a series of high-profile serious crashes, Worcester's crash numbers are in focus, and the city saw more crashes for the first half of the year than in years prior. A new study from the Worcester Regional...
Celtics Schedule: Tatum's first game vs. Kerr, Warriors and 8 other must-watch dates
The full Boston Celtics schedule for the 2024-25 season has been revealed. Every game, every matchup, and every revenge date is set in stone, so fans can start marking down some big events on their calendars. One of the most notable dates will be Jayson Tatum’s first game against head...
Boston man bit, punched, head-butted officers on a train, MBTA police say
A Dorchester man who wanted to sleep on a train bit, punched and head-butted MBTA Transit Police who attempted to escort him off, according to MBTA Transit Police Superintendent Richard Sullivan. At around 10 a.m., Hamed Ranemimche, 25, was sleeping under the seats inside a Red Line train car at...
Craig Breslow acknowledges 'pitching and defense' as concerns that could cost Red Sox down stretch
Appearing on The Greg Hill Show Thursday, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow acknowledged that “pitching and defense” are concerns that could cost Boston down the stretch. Both were on display in Wednesday night’s loss.
Mini-golf bar Swingers to open in Boston's Back Bay
[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.]. A multi-floor golf-themed entertainment spot with roots overseas will be expanding to Boston. According to a recent press release (along with an earlier Universal Hub article), Swingers is going to be opening in the Back Bay, taking over the space on Boylston Street that had been home to a location of Crate & Barrel. The press release mentions that the Tavistock Restaurant Collection (Abe & Louie's, Atlantic Fish Co., Joe's) is collaborating with the London-based Swingers, with the 21,000-square-foot Boston location including a retro English country club design that includes mini-golf courses, multiple cocktail bars, an old-fashioned arcade, and a menu that focuses on elevated street food.
Reverend Al Sharpton: Celtics' Bill Russell took his celebrity status to the causes
Boston Celtics Hall of Fame big man Bill Russell touched lives far beyond the basketball court in his 88 years of life, his work as a mentor and civil rights activist literally helping to change the course of US history. And for that, he is at least as fondly remembered...
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