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Healey signs gun law, says it 'will save lives'
BOSTON — Two years after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that she said posed "a grave danger to Americans as they go about their daily lives in public spaces," Gov. Maura Healey on Thursday signed an overhaul of state firearms laws that lawmakers said will keep Massachusetts at the forefront of gun safety laws. ...
Former Gov. Deval Patrick ready for VP Harris' trip to Berkshire County Saturday
Kamala Harris already made history four years ago when she was elected with President Joe Biden as vice president. Now, she's hoping to keep Democrats in control of the White House in an accelerated campaign against former President Donald Trump. It's anyone's guess right now November will play out now that the Trump-Biden rematch is off the table, but one person who is watching closely is former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick — who is raising money for Harris' effort in the Bay State, where he served two terms as its first Black governor.
Massachusetts' Summer EBT Program to Provide $120 Per Child for Groceries During School Break
Massachusetts residents with school-aged children may be in need of some financial relief during the height of summer. The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA), in collaboration with Governor Healey, has implemented the Summer EBT program, an initiative designed to assist families with additional funds for groceries. According to a statement from the City of Boston, eligible families will receive $120 per child to address food insecurity when school is out.
'That is what he was here to do for Team USA': Worcester's Stephen Nedoroscik shines in Olympic debut
Worcester Tech graduate Stephen Nedoroscik shined in his first taste of the Summer Olympics on Saturday morning, as the pommel horse specialist showed why he was selected to the U.S. men's gymnastics team with a strong showing on his signature event in the first day of competition at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Nedoroscik put up a score of 15.200 to send him to the individual final on that apparatus as the United States...
A secret wedding, erosion, and more: Some of our most-read Cape Cod stories of the week
The dog days of summer are here on Cape Cod and it has been a busy season on the Cape. The Barnstable County Fair is underway, an Eastham woman hit it big on a scratch ticket, fallout continues from the broken Vineyard Wind blade, and more. Also, don't forget to check out Cape Cod Times sports coverage of the Cape Cod Baseball League, including voting in our polls for best Cape league pitcher, infielder, and outfielder of the week in our polls. Plus, be sure...
Milford woman accused in 'domestic' stabbing had dangerousness hearing on July 26
MILFORD — A local woman who allegedly stabbed a man in the neck during a domestic incident earlier this month has been declared a danger to the public and will be held without bail. A Milford District Court judge on Friday ordered Sandy Villeda Martinez, 35, be held without bail for 120 days. At...
To reduce racist bullying, Mass. attorney general steps in with action plan for Southwick schools
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is stepping in with an action plan at the Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School District. This comes after complaints of racist bullying, including when Southwick Regional School students held a mock slave auction on Snapchat in February. The district will follow a 12-step plan to ensure...
Red Sox overcome Judge's 470-foot homer to beat Yankees
BOSTON — Masataka Yoshida hit a tiebreaking two-run single off Clay Holmes in a three-run eighth inning, and the Boston Red Sox overcame Aaron Judge's 470-foot home run to beat the reeling New York Yankees 9-7 Friday night.Judge hit his major league-leading 36th homer, a three-run drive in the seventh on a Zack Kelly cutter that landed in a small section of stands above a back wall and below a videoboard."I try not to watch 'em," Judge said. "I had to check the replay to see where it went."The homer, the fifth-longest of Judge's big league career, put New York...
WooSox fall to RailRiders despite strong showing from Zach Penrod
MOOSIC, PA – Hard-throwing lefty Zach Penrod shined in his return from the Injured List, but the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (55-44, 12-13) overcame three different deficits to hand the Worcester Red Sox (46-54, 11-14) an 8-5 loss on Friday night at PNC Field. After bouncing his first two pitches to...
Monday, July 29: Holes in the Wall
NEEDHAM, Mass. — Forget fast food – in a former Wendy’s restaurant in Southborough,Nan’s Kitchen and Market is making fried chicken sandwiches from scratch. And in East Boston, Erika Tarantal meets The Mango Man, who sells (you guessed it!) mangoes from his roadside fruit stand.
Single family residence sells for $1 million in Southborough
A spacious house located at 1 Heather Lane in Southborough has new owners. The 2,534-square-foot property, built in 1993, was sold on May 9, 2024, for $1,000,000, or $395 per square foot. This two-story house offers a capacious living environment with its four bedrooms and three bathrooms. On the exterior, the house is characterized by a gable roof design, featuring roofing made of asphalt. Inside, there is a fireplace. The property is equipped with hot water heating and a cooling system. In addition, the house includes an underground/basement two-car garage, ensuring ample room for parking and storage. The lot of the property covers a substantial area of 0.8-acre.
Wilmington Residents Invited To Tewksbury Community Market On August 1, Shop From 30 Vendors
TEWKSBURY, MA — The Tewksbury Community Market is open on Thursday, August 1, from 4pm to 7pm, at Livingston Street Park, behind the Recreation Center (288 Livingston Street). The August 1 market will feature 30 vendors, including:. FOOD VENDORS:. – Aaronap Cellars (farm wine) – Bittersweet Herb Farm (jams,...
Corporation Members Consult Prominent Harvard Professors, Move Toward Presidential Search
Loeb House is home to the offices of Harvard's governing boards. Members of the Harvard Corporation met with prominent faculty members on campus last week to discuss the next presidential search process. By Julian J. Giordano. Harvard is, at long last, moving toward the launch of its 31st presidential search.
Beyond Wrestling Wrestling Open #134: Real As It Gets (July 25th, 2024)
On July 25th, 2024 Beyond Wrestling aired the #134th edition of Wrestling Open in Worcester Massachusetts inside White Eagle Hall & can watch the show on IWTV. Bryce Donovan defeated Ryan Clancy via Weapon Shot (12:35) Tag Team Match. DJ Powers & Channing Thomas defeated 50 Cal & CPA via...
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