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"Landmark" blood transfusion saves patient before he's rushed to Boston hospital
CANTON - For the first time in Massachusetts, a whole blood transfusion saved the life of a patient before he could be brought to a hospital."Landmark event"Last Saturday, a 35-year-old man was seriously hurt in a car crash in Braintree. He was in shock, bleeding internally and his blood pressure was low. It took about 45 minutes to remove him from the wreckage.Paramedics reached out to the Canton Fire Department, which has a new field transfusion program. It was the first time a team in the state gave a whole blood transfusion to a patient in "a prehospital setting," according...
Sam Waterston Says This Is Killing Buzzards Bay
A nationally recognized voice is advocating for clean water off of Southeastern Massachusetts. Sam Waterston, best known for playing Jack McCoy on 19 seasons of NBC's Law & Order, narrates a new video released by Buzzards Bay Coalition. His famously friendly tone is tempered by urgency as he targets the bay's No. 1 enemy.
Mass. stabbing spree suspect Jared Ravizza held, mental health eval extended
A judge has ordered that the suspect in a Memorial Day weekend stabbing spree continue being held at Bridgewater State Hospital while an evaluation of whether he’s competent enough to stand trial is extended, court records show. Martha’s Vineyard resident Jared Ravizza, 26, is accused of stabbing four girls...
NC child found safe, Massachusetts man charged human trafficking of a child victim
STANLY COUNTY, N.C. — A Massachusetts man was served with multiple warrants after police found a child who had been abducted from North Carolina, according to the Berlin Police Department in Berlin, Massachusetts. For the latest breaking news, weather and traffic alerts from WCNC Charlotte, download the WCNC Charlotte...
Jarren Duran becomes first AL player ever to accomplish this feat
Jarren Duran's All-Star campaign continued Tuesday as he notched his third consecutive game with a home run. In doing so, the Boston Red Sox outfielder made history. Duran's eighth-inning blast vs. the Miami Marlins marked his 10th homer and 100th hit of the season. According to J.P. Long (@SoxNotes on Twitter/X), he is the first American League player ever to have 10 homers, 100 hits, 10 triples, and 20 stolen bases before the All-Star break.
ICYMI: Grzelcyk, Maroon say goodbye to Bruins
In case you missed it, there was also some other movement with Bruins yesterday as this team will look even more different to start the new year – and that’s not a bad thing. As the Bruins signed defenseman Nikita Zadorov to a big contract, elsewhere Matt Grzelcyk...
GoFundMe raises money for funeral of Mass. Air National Guard member
A Massachusetts Air National Guard member is being remembered for his “resilience, intelligence, and determination.”. Pierre D. Dushime, of Natick, died on June 25 “while serving our country,” according to a GoFundMe for funeral expenses. Family and friends remembered him for “his sharp intellect and unwavering determination...
Why are flags at half-staff in Mass. ahead of Fourth of July?
The U.S. flag and Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag are being lowered to half-staff on Wednesday in honor of a Massachusetts Air National Guard member who died in June. Pierre D. Dushime, of Natick, died on June 25 “while serving our country,” according to a GoFundMe for funeral expenses.
These local beaches remain closed heading into the Fourth of July holiday
Dozens of swimming spots are closed due to bacteria concerns. If you’re planning a beach day as part of your July Fourth celebrations, plan ahead. Dozens of Massachusetts beaches are closed to swimmers over bacteria concerns heading into the holiday weekend. As of Tuesday evening, more than 30 state...
Massachusetts State Police investigating after fatal fiery multi-vehicle crash on I-195
Massachusetts State Police are investigating a fiery fatal highway crash. According to Trooper Brandon Doherty, at just after 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Troopers assigned to State Police-Dartmouth responded to reports of a crash involving three vehicles on Route 195 westbound prior to Exit 1 in Seekonk. Upon the arrival of Troopers,...
Patriots receivers coach gives early review of rookie Ja'Lynn Polk
New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye and wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk have both been impressive throughout OTA’s and minicamp. Polk especially seems to be leaving a strong impression on the coaching staff. The former Washington Huskies wideout was drafted by the Patriots in the second round of...
Massachusetts Helps Municipalities Strengthen Their Cybersecurity Posture
The initial inspiration for creating the Massachusetts Municipal Cybersecurity Summit in 2021 — to encourage cities and towns to work together on cybersecurity prevention — remains a focus for the MassCyberCenter, says Director John Petrozzelli. “This was a way of getting people together to share business cards and...
New England animal shelters hope to give dogs their forever homes
BOSTON — Across the United States, countless dogs find themselves in shelters waiting for a second chance at life.The MSPCA holds several summer adoption events at its shelters across Massachusetts. Adoption fees for certain animals are waived as the shelters look to place them with loving homes. The Hotel...
At least one Mass. lawmaker thinks Biden should step aside
State Sen. Jason Lewis said that last week's debate showed that President Joe Biden is not up to the task of forcefully confronting Donald Trump. As the ramifications of President Joe Biden’s poor debate performance last week continue to reverberate throughout the Democratic Party, at least one elected official in Massachusetts is calling for him to step aside in favor of a younger candidate.
Legacy Tournament: Intriguing mix of ’25 talent on the attack
DEVENS, Mass. -- As usual, the Legacy tournament, held in Fort Devens late last month, was a massive event. This year I decided to only watch the Double-A groups in an effort to watch more top-tier players in both the 2025 and 2026 classes. When there are so many teams, decisions like that have to be made.
Report: Celtics bring back big man Xavier Tillman on a 2-year deal
The Boston Celtics are handling their business thus far in this 2024 offseason. They took care of Jayson Tatum by agreeing to a long-term contract with him and now they will take care of a bench piece to keep their depth intact for the upcoming season. After taking care of...
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