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Belmont Schools Hammering Out Contracts as Summer Ends
With a year to go before contracts expire, a date has not yet been set for negotiating contracts for four units of the Belmont Education Association. Those units include the educators; directors, assistant directors, and assistant principals; administrative assistants and clerical aids; and finally, the professional aides, classroom assistants, tutors, campus monitors and building-based substitutes.
This Central Mass. town could be forever home of a festival for pets
Charlene Arsenault of Auburn and her friend Jeannie Hebert of Shrewsbury were facing a real challenge — finding a permanent place to hold a festival for an estimated 2,000 attendees with their canine companions and feline friends. Arsenault and Hebert are the co-founders of the Pet Rock Festival, an...
Williams' Career-High 11 Kills Helps Anchorwomen Win at Fitchburg State, 3-1
Fitchburg, Mass.—Junior middle hitter Andrayah Williams (North Providence, R.I.) registered a career-best 11 kills and hit .556 as Rhode Island College opened the 2024 season with a 3-1 win at Fitchburg State on Saturday afternoon. THE BASICS. Rhode Island College 3, Fitchburg State 1. Rhode Island College (1-0) Fitchburg...
First Day at West: New $168M school opens, forces redistricting
ANDOVER — The doors of a new Andover elementary school opened on the first day of school last Wednesday after an eight-year process to get the $168 million school built. The new West Elementary School, 58 Beacon St., welcomed 590 students, teachers, staff and school administrators, including a new principal, on a bright, sunny day to kick off the school year.
Bay Area Marks 250th Anniversary of the Powder Alarm with Historic Reenactments and Tours in Cambridge and Somerville
History in the Bay Area can look forward to events this Labor Day weekend marking the 250th anniversary of the Powder Alarm of 1774. Cambridge and Somerville will host a series of free activities tomorrow until Monday, organized by History Cambridge, the Somerville Museum, and the Cambridge Historical Commission. The...
Women’s Volleyball Picks Up Set in Season Opening Loss at WPI, 3-1
WORCESTER, Mass. (8/31/24) - The Nichols College women's volleyball team came up short in their season opener on Saturday afternoon, falling to Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) by a score of 3-1 (25-23, 14-25, 21-25, 22-25) inside Harrington Auditorium. The Bison open the season at 0-1, while the Engineers improve to...
Coach bringing NBA trophy to Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — The coach of the NBA champion Boston Celtics is bringing the Larry O'Brien Trophy to the Ocean State. According to a tweet from Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, Coach Joe Mazzulla will be at the State House on Tuesday morning at 10:00. Mazzulla, a Johnston...
From hallways to hall of fame: Old Colony superintendent to be honored for wrestling career
ROCHESTER — In addition to serving as the superintendent-director of Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School, Aaron Polansky works as a keynote speaker. But Polansky couldn’t find the words during a particular conversation, the one in which he learned he’d be inducted into the Massachusetts chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
Malden Police Hold Doggie Ice Cream Treat Event in Honor of Dog Appreciation Day
In Honor of Dog Appreciation Day, The Malden Police Department sponsored an Ice Cream Treat Event at Fellsmere Pond. Free Doggie Ice Cream Treats were handed out to Malden’s furry friends as they enjoyed a tail-wagging good time with other dogs and their owners. Specially crafted, dog-safe ice cream in a variety of flavors was served and all pups seemed satisfied with the event. Animal Control Officer Kevin Alkins was assisted by Mayor Gary Christenson and Ward 3 City Councillor Amanda Linehan in handing out the treats. City Councillors Peg Crowe, Craig Spadafora, and Ari Taylor along with Adam Weldai, Principal of the Forestdale School brought their pooches to enjoy the day with members of the community.
Westfield State Sneaks Past Nichols, 4-1
NORTH HAMPTON, Mass. (8/31/2024) – The Nichols College field hockey wrapped up the Caryl Newhof Classic on Saturday afternoon as they faced off against Westfield State in the third place game. Nichols fell 4-1 at the hands of the Owls. Junior Kaelyn Casper scored the first Bison goal of...
3 people taken to hospital after SUV rolls over in Rindge, authorities say
RINDGE, N.H. — Three people suffered serious injuries after an SUV rolled over Friday night in Rindge, authorities said. The Rindge Fire Department said after 11 p.m. they were dispatched to the area of Forristall Road and the Winchendon, Massachusetts town line for a vehicle rollover with three people reportedly injured.
Worcester firefighters "fill the boot" throughout the city Saturday
WORCESTER, Mass. — Members of Worcester Firefighters Local 1009 stood out across the city Saturday as they looked to "fill the boot." The group was looking to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Muscular dystrophy is described as a group of diseases that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass.
Chelsea officer recovering after part of ear bitten off in ‘volatile situation’
A Chelsea police officer is recovering after having part of his ear bitten off during, what police have called, a “highly volatile situation” Friday. The officer was hurt while police were dealing with a domestic situation at a home at 207 Shurtleff Street around 2:20 p.m. on Aug. 30, Chelsea police said in a press release posted to X.
Brockton's very own food blogger launches Haitian take-out spot and convenience store
BOSTON — Brockton’s very own food blogger has launched his first flagship location in the heart of Boston, serving delicious culinary creations and fun snacks to get you through the workday. Right on 700 Albany St., Boston, where a subway used to reside, Mirbentz Jean Francois redesigned the large space and converted it into a convenience store and take-out restaurant called "Did You Eat Yet." ...
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