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2 Men Guilty Of Raping Woman At Hotel Party In Everett
A Middlesex County jury convicted two men for the rape of a woman at a party at a Everett hotel in 2020, authorities said on Thursday, July 25. William Gomez-Rojas, 31, of Chelsea was found guilty of one count of rape and one count of aggravated rape, and Jose Morales Jr., 36, of Malden, was f…
Charlie Silva from "This Old House" has raised more than $300,000 for PMC
WESTFORD - The home on Main Street in Westford is beautiful. A historic property, it burned years ago and has been uninhabited since. The town of Westford bought it and then sold it to a couple who has hired a crew to fix it up. It is a home that audiences will get to know-inside and out--in an upcoming season of Roku's "This Old House." On a hot day in July, the place is buzzing with activity. It is a huge job for workers to restore the home to it to its new modern grandeur. ...
MSP identifies two women in their 80s killed in Charles County crash
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police (MSP) have released the names of the two people who were killed in a crash in Charles County Wednesday. The victims were identified as 81-year-old Norma Matthews, of Lowell, Massachusetts, and 86-year-old Virginia Licata, of Blackwood, New Jersey. The crash happened at around 1:45 p.m. […]
'When we have a big game, it’s Chase’s ball': Donahue sharp as Hudson stops North County for American Legion Zone 4 title
HUDSON — In the hours leading up to Wednesday night's decisive Game 3 of the American Legion Zone 4 championship, Hudson Post 100 manager Ryan Bowen reached out to scheduled starter Chase Donahue with a simple message of encouragement before such a big game. “I texted him earlier today and said, ‘If you...
Suggs: The summer sheds light on the cycle of poverty
Memories of summer typically drum up days at the pool, a melting popsicle that leaves a sweet, sticky smile on a child’s face, and backyard cookouts. But for many parents and guardians summer can be a more stressful time of year. Some have spreadsheets of camp openings, sign-up dates, and deadlines. Other parents report staying up to midnight to secure a coveted spot that will give their children a place to go so they can work. By the time school ends, having the opportunity to pay $1,000 (per week, per child) can feel like a relief. But that, of course, is in the best of cases.
BPD seizes 20 mopeds in Back Bay, South End
BOSTON (WHDH) - Boston police seized 20 mopeds in Back Bay and the South End Thursday. Police said the officers were enforcing laws surrounding unlicensed drivers as well as unregistered and uninsured mopeds and motorcycles to address complaints of reckless driving in the area. 16 criminal complaints are being sought.
Boston police officer struck by vehicle in North End, seriously injured
An investigation into the incident is ongoing, a spokesperson for the Boston Police Department said. A Boston police officer was hit by a truck in the North End on Thursday, authorities said. The officer was working a paid detail assisting a construction crew near North Washington and Thacher streets, Boston...
Fest Intentions: GLD FSTVL returns to Boston, Massachusetts
Ghostface Killah, meet GLD FSTVL. The legendary Wu-Tang Clan rapper leads the lineup for the second edition of the Boston music festival, which returns to City Hall Plaza on August 10. Also on deck to perform is an impeccable roster of Boston hip-hop that includes Dutch ReBelle, Michael Christmas, Motivate Merren, Cakeswagg (pictured above), Exit Fame, Clark D, and festival curators STL GLD. Area DJs DCaso, Troy Frost, and Brek.One — DJ for the 2024 NBA World Championship — will also take the stage, along with representatives from local nonprofit The Hip-Hop Transformation.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Celebrates Birthday On Stage at THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
Watch as Kristin Chenoweth celebrates her birthday on stage at Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre following a performance of The Queen of Versailles. The celebration happened after the performance on July 24th, 2024. Performances for The Queen of Versailles, featuring a book by Lindsey Ferrentino and direction by Tony Award winner...
Ask Dave Epstein: How do I read isomaps?
Meteorologist Dave Epstein is our go-to person for pressing weather questions on everything from winter blizzards to summer droughts. He’s also a horticulturist, meaning he’s an expert in anything that grows leaves and flowers. GBH’s Morning Edition asked our audience for weather and gardening questions, and Epstein graciously answered them on the air.
Summer Farm Walk at Land’s Sake – July 27
Each season, Land’s Sake offers a free walking tour of the farm which allows participants to go in depth into the current happenings in the fields and forests. This year’s walk is this Saturday, July 27 at 10 am. Begin by gathering together with a seasonal beverage inspired...
How These Boston Tech Companies are Growing and Connecting to the Community
Boston has a lot of firsts. Boston Commons was the first public park in the United States. Harvard was the first college not only in the country but in all of North America. In terms of scientific and technological advances, Boston became the home of the first subway system in the United States. Also, the telephone was invented while Alexander Graham Bell was living in Boston.
Wake Up Well: How do you take care of your mental health?
It’s been six months since we kicked off our monthly mental health series, Wake Up Well. In that time, we’ve discussed everything from loneliness and financial health to climate anxiety and the mental health of activists. “It’s so exciting to have this series,” said Nieisha Deed, founder of...
Kendrick Perkins ‘loses Boston Celtics legend status’ and ‘booed by fans’ as ESPN star is banned from ex-player policy
KENDRICK Perkins has lost his status within the Boston Celtics organization after trashing the team. Perkins was a Celtics legend, spending eight years with the team and winning a title in 2008, but it all came crashing down in recent years. Despite being a former player, Perkins was one of...
MBTA police seek suspect who allegedly ‘viciously’ beat homeless man
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to call 617-222-1050. MBTA Transit Police are looking for a suspect who allegedly beat an elderly homeless man earlier this month. Police are seeking Shaquille O. Manago, who reportedly attacked the victim around 3 a.m. on July 10 at Ashmont Station, according...
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