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Leominster Starburst - fun and fireworks!
Doyle Field - 100 Priest St, Leominster MA 01453 Google Map. Starburst returns to Doyle Field on Saturday July 27!. 5:00pm - 9:00pm Vegetable Circus Roaming Performances. 7:30pm Presentation of "Citizens of the Year" Awards. 7:45pm - 9:00pm Neurotic Gumbo. 9:00pm Fireworks Display. Fun for the whole family!. https://www.facebook.com/events/472668588835392/
Officers at South Bay jail ignored dying woman, lawsuit alleges
Ayesha Johnson was civilly committed to receive treatment for her alcohol abuse disorder. Hours later, she died on the floor of a jail cell at the Suffolk County House of Correction at South Bay. The father of the woman who died in a jail cell while awaiting treatment for alcohol...
Newark Charter Graduate Takes Center Stage at National Education Conference
Newark native and recent graduate from Great Oaks Legacy Charter High School, Nathan “Miztyk” Duguid performed his original song earlier this month in Boston in front of thousands of attendees at the National Charter Schools Conference, which brings together advocates, educators, and leaders in the national charter community. Duguid’s song, “Teaching My Soul,” is a tribute to all of the teachers who made a difference in his life and a call for them to continue working hard for students. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “I wrote ‘Teaching My Soul’ as an ode to inspire...
North End restaurant owner pleads guilty to 2023 shooting, reports say
A Boston restaurant owner suspected of shooting a gun outside an Italian bakery in the North End in 2023 changed his plea to guilty while in court on Friday, according to media reports. In Suffolk Superior Court, Monica’s Trattoria owner Patrick Mendoza pleaded guilty to charges of assault and battery...
2 teens held without bail in connection with robbing boy at gunpoint
Two 15-year-old boys were arraigned on Friday in connection with robbing a 9-year-old boy at gunpoint over his phone, Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden’s office announced. Both teenagers were charged with armed robbery and threat to commit a crime, Hayden’s office said in a statement. They were ordered...
Enter to Win Tickets to See Missy Elliott in Boston
Missy Elliott is bringing her "Out of This World: The Experience" Tour to Boston and we have your chance to enter to win tickets. Missy is coming to TD Garden on Saturday, August 10 along with Busta Rhymes, Ciara and Timbaland for an unforgettable night. Tickets are still available through...
Red Sox-Yankees will bring a playoff feel to Fenway Park
BOSTON -- After an impressive first half of the season, the Red Sox have stumbled out of the All-Star break. A series against the rival New York Yankees could be just what they need to get back on track.With the Yankees currently atop the Wild Card standings and the Red Sox hoping to get there at some point, this series feels pretty important. Even though the fans in the stands will be in shorts and t-shirts this weekend, the series It should bring a bit of a playoff feel to Fenway Park with both teams desperate for a series win.Red...
Massachusetts man charged in connection with illegal firearm smuggling between the US and Dominican Republic using household items
BOSTON – A Boston man was arrested and charged in federal court in Boston in connection with illegal firearm smuggling between the United States and the Dominican Republic. According to the Massachusetts Department of Justice, 26-year-old Alexis Lara Herrera was charged with one count of smuggling goods from the United States; aiding and abetting. Herrera made an initial appearance in federal court in Boston last Friday and pleaded not guilty. He is currently being held in federal custody pending trial.
This Show Is Tonight: Adam Ray brings Seattle to the Seaport
Although his impressions of Dr. Phil and President Joe Biden have caught the algorithm by storm, the comedy genius of Adam Ray will be on full display with no makeup in sight this weekend, as he brings his ever-evolving freight train of energy and creativity to The Seaport. Starting his...
Boston to Revel in Sunny Skies and Mid-80s Temps Over Idyllic Weekend Before Possible Showers
Bostonians can anticipate a sunny and warm weather pattern set to persist over the weekend, providing an opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities under clear skies. According to the National Weather Service, high temperatures will hover around the mid-80s, with today expected to reach near 83 degrees and similar conditions projected for both Saturday and Sunday. Winds will remain light and variable, turning easterly in the afternoons with speeds not exceeding 7 mph. The forecast, posted by the National Weather Service, promises mostly clear nights with lows in the mid-60s through the weekend.
Clougherty Pool in Charlestown reopens after $30 million renovation
BOSTON (WHDH) - The Clougherty Pool in Charlestown reopened recently after two years of renovations. The pool was built in the 1940s and suddenly shut down in 2022 due to disrepair. Charlestown residents rallied and petitioned the city to fix it – and their work paid off. The city...
How WILD AM 1090 became the authoritative voice of Boston's Black community
BOSTON – At 90 Warren St. in Roxbury, a non-descript brick building stands largely unnoticed. It blends in with the bustling environment with anonymity. Yet in the 80s and 90s, it was home to WILD AM 1090, a major force in the Boston radio universe."We win 'Best of Boston' from Boston magazine. Our little daytime morning show was all that and then some," recalled "Coach" Willie Maye. How WILD AM 1090 rose to prominenceFor decades, WILD AM 1090 was the authoritative voice of the Black community in Boston. It was the first station to play New Edition, and was the...
V3 Weekend: Sammy Hagar, Boston Comedy Blowout, ‘They Live’
Editor’s Note: Welcome to V3 Weekend, Vanyaland‘s guide to help you sort out your weekend entertainment with curated selections and recommendations across our three pillars of Music, Comedy, and Film/TV. It’s what you should know about, where you need to be, and where you’ll be going, with us riding shotgun along the way.
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Sunny and warm weekend ahead: Pleasant air and clear skies expected
The drier air came rushing in Thursday night after the downpours moved out. We're in the pleasant air through the weekend with plenty of sun and warm temperatures and we'll do our best to match last weekend's gorgeousness. One big difference in this weekend's forecast is the sea breeze that...
Admissions Director Q&A: Justin Aier of Boston College’s Carroll School of Management
We are back in Boston again for this Admissions Director Q&A as we sit down with Justin Aier, Assistant Dean of Graduate Recruitment & Enrollment at the Boston College Carroll School of Management. Justin has been a part of the Boston College Carroll School Graduate Admissions team for over six...
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