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Hyannis man pleads guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm
BOSTON, MA – A Hyannis man pleaded guilty today to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Ryan Diefenbach, 33, pleaded guilty to one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm before U.S. Senior District Judge William G. Young who scheduled sentencing for Oct. 16, 2024. In November 2022, Diefenbach, along […] The post Hyannis man pleads guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm appeared first on CapeCod.com.
Avelo Airlines has 2 new flights out of Manchester–Boston Regional Airport. See where
Travelers out of Manchester–Boston Regional Airport will now have two new destination options on Avelo Airlines. The airline announced 18 new routes this week, including two from Manchester. Here's what...
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns to Big Night Live, 110 Causeway Street Boston, MA 02114 on July 30, 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Attendees from across the state as well as visitors will gather with anticipation and excitement for a number of exquisite culturally diverse culinary dishes. More than 800 enthusiasts and tastemakers will be attending, ready to guide you on a culinary adventure at Get Konnected’s 10th Annual A Taste of Ethnic Boston Food Festival.
Andover seeks summary judgment in Fahey lawsuit
ANDOVER — A motion for summary judgment has been filed by the defense in the lawsuit by former Youth Services Director William “Bill” Fahey against Town Manager Andrew Flannagan and the Town of Andover. Fahey filed a civil complaint for wrongful termination in 2021, following his firing...
'Essential service.' Framingham Logan Express garage to add 1,000 parking spaces
FRAMINGHAM — The Logan Express station near Shoppers World is getting a major upgrade. The Framingham Logan Express station is undergoing a renovation that will see its garage expanded by three levels and about 1,000 parking spaces. Shuttle frequency to and from Boston Logan International Airport will increase from every 30 minutes to 20-minute intervals. ...
Boston College Football: 40 Most Important Players of 2024, 23-20
Continuing our look at the most important Boston College football players for the 2024 season. The march to the 2024 season continues for Boston College football, and Bill O'Brien in just five weeks when they head to Tallahassee to face off with the Florida State Seminoles. To kick off our coverage, Mitch Wolfe and I will be looking at the Most Important Boston College Players in 2024. Over the next month we will be breaking down each player and discussing why they are critical for Boston College's success.
Residents demand transparency from BPD, Wu around officer’s demotion
Hundreds of residents, community leaders and local elected officials gathered Wednesday night in the muggy basement of Roxbury’s Twelfth Baptist Church to demand the Boston Police Department and Mayor Michelle Wu provide transparency around the demotion of a veteran police officer. Eddy Chrispin was well known in Dorchester and...
A message of Gratitude from the McGrath Family
Back in 2018, 2-year-old Colin McGrath was killed at the intersection of L and 6th. Out of this tragedy came Colin’s Joy Project – a special non-profit doing great things for the neighborhood and beyond. You can make a donation to Colin’s Joy Project Giving Week Amazon Wish List here!
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.
7-Year-Old From Massachusetts is a Finalist in National Mullet Competition
Now this is a contest I can support. Mullets are making a comeback, whether you like it or not. Today, a "modern mullet" is a very popular hairstyle with boys and men of all ages. A "modern mullet" is simply a mullet with not as much hair hanging on to...
Massachusetts aims to ‘adapt with the times’ with updates to solar incentive program
Massachusetts officials, advocates, and businesses are hoping proposed changes to the state’s solar incentive program will help reinvigorate a flagging market and give more disadvantaged residents access to the benefits of renewable energy. “The program has been pretty set in stone since it first launched,” said Katie Moffitt, project...
Throwback: When the DNC was held in Boston
(WJAR) — With this year's historic Democratic National Convention set for next month, it was 20 years ago the DNC was close to home. Bill Rappleye was previewing the start of the convention in Boston on July 25th, 2004. John Kerry and John Edwards officially got the democratic nomination...
The latest push in the recovery of the Edgar Benjamin Healthcare Center? Christmas coming early
Even as summer temperatures beat down, for the about 70 residents of the Edgar Benjamin Healthcare Center on Mission Hill, Christmas is coming. The center is launching a fundraiser this week to bring new supplies and resources to the facility to support operations and care for patients. A list of...
Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing leaving Framingham to open new Western Mass. location
An award-winning Framingham brewery has made the “difficult decision” to relocate to Western Massachusetts after licensing problems arose around its beer garden and planned patio. Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing Company, located for the past eight years at 81 Morton St. in Framingham, announced its decision to close and relocate...
MBTA approves plan for new electric trains on Fairmount Commuter Rail line
The new electric trains will hit the line as early as 2028, the MBTA says. The MBTA Board of Directors approved a new plan to bring battery-powered electric trains to the Fairmount Commuter Rail line, it announced in a statement on Thursday. The new trains will mean more frequent service...
Diversity in the construction industry is lacking. This program means to change that.
Banner Business Sponsored by The Boston Foundation. When Vrajesh Patel first entered the construction industry five years ago, he didn’t believe he’d find a leadership role. “I did my homework, I saw the people that were here … that were white and male-dominated, and I did not see...
$1M Lottery Ticket Sold In Wakefield
The winner picked up the major win by playing the "Lifetime Millions" game, a $50 scratch-off. The Summer of Fun 2024 Trust of Chelmsford collected the check on Wednesday, July 24. They selected to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity. The winner bought...
Kids: start reading, get a ticket to the fair
TOPSFIELD – This summer, The Topsfield Fair is once again partnering with libraries in Essex and Middlesex Counties as well as southern New Hampshire to promote it’s Read & Win program. Each library sets a goal for elementary school children in their communities encouraging them to read library...
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