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State sees mixed impacts from CrowdStrike outage
While a global technology outage snarled air travel and brought some businesses to a halt Friday morning, the effect on Massachusetts state government was more muted and limited to things like Registry of Motor Vehicles customer service appointments, courtroom operations, and MBTA bus or train arrival time data.
Almost 2 in 3 Massachusetts Democrats, left-leaning voters want Biden to step aside: Poll
A majority of Massachusetts Democrats or left-leaning voters say they want President Biden to withdraw from the presidential race, according to a new survey. The Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll, released Friday, found 64 percent of Democratic or left-leaning voters in the historically progressive state say they want a different candidate to be the top of…
Sunday fundraiser in Holyoke to support family of Dexter Ortiz
HOLYOKE — Family and friends of Dexter Ortiz, 38, who tragically lost his life in a shooting on July 9, are organizing a fundraiser on Sunday. The fundraising event is scheduled from 2 to 6 p.m. at 63 West St. The proceeds will contribute toward covering the costs of Ortiz’s funeral services and the back-to-school expenses for his children.
Update: Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Berkshire County early Saturday evening
An updated report from the National Weather Service was issued on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4:45 p.m. for Berkshire County. Residents can anticipate wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 4:09 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Falls Village, or 16 miles northwest...
West Stockbridge’s uncivil war continues: Truc Nguyen versus The Foundry goes before Zoning Board of Appeals
West Stockbridge — The latest round in the long-running saga between Truc Nguyen and The Foundry took place at a Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) public hearing on Thursday, July 18. For years, Nguyen, co-owner of Truc Orient Express that neighbors The Foundry, has battled against Amy Brentano and...
BB’s brings Caribbean cuisine to the Berkshires
You can experience Caribbean cuisine and cocktails at a new location in the Berkshires. BB’s Hot Spot at The Lantern celebrated its grand opening earlier this month in Pittsfield. Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, BB’s Hot Spot has long been a favorite for its authentic Caribbean dishes....
Authorities ID man who died in Rutland jet ski accident
A 46-year-old Attleborough man died Saturday after his jet ski overturned in Turkey Hill Pond in Rutland, the Police Department said in a press release. Rutland police and firefighters went to the pond shortly before 4:30 p.m. after receiving a report that a man who had been operating a jet ski had disappeared under the water after appearing to be in distress. ...
TBT Pittsburgh Game 3 Live Doc: Top seed Stars of Storrs defeat Herkimer Originals 85-52 after slow start
Following wins by Penn State’s Happy Valley Hoopers and WVU’s Best Virginia, the Herkimer Originals are looking to break the trend of alumni team victories at The Basketball Tournament’s Pittsburgh Regional. UConn’s alumni team, the Stars of Storrs ranks as the top seed at the regional tournament...
Multiple Big Lots stores to close in Connecticut
Conn. (WFSB) - Three Big Lots stores in Connecticut are set to close after the company said customers are spending less. The company currently has 16 locations in Connecticut. According to their website, the Manchester location at 1470 Pleasant Valley Road, the Milford location at 56 Turnpike Square, and the Waterford location at 40 Boston Post Road will be closing soon.
Ipswich provides relief for Boston’s overloaded immigrant support system
IPSWICH — From January to April, Bob Marley, spiced okra and chicken, and dancing feet enlivened the house of resident Glenn Gibbs. For 10 weeks, Gibbs hosted a family of Haitian immigrants. He said sharing his home with Farah, Israel, and their three-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Shinay, was a “wonderful experience.” For the young family, it was respite from Boston’s overcrowded shelters.
Paws 4 Blue K9 hosts fundraiser for local police dogs
MONSON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A police K9 fundraiser and craft fair was hosted at the Westview Farms Creamery in Monson on Saturday, supporting local K9 teams in the Bay State. The organization Paws 4 Blue K9 began in 2014 after funds were helped to cover the cost for chemotherapy for the late K9 buddy, who was part of the palmer police department.
NEPM Day at Springfield Museums
Featuring Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit. Saturday, Aug. 10, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. NEPM members get free admission with the discount code NEPMLOVE. GET TICKETS| JOIN NEPM. The PBS Kids series Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum comes to life at Springfield Museums. Follow Xavier and...
Table for Two, Lisa Carter and Matt Foster, to play Majestic Theater
Sometimes you just need to be yourself. And that is exactly what songstress Lisa Carter felt eight years ago when creating the show Table for Two with piano man and crooner Matt Foster, coming to West Springfield’s Majestic Theater on July 19. If you purchase a product or register...
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