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Mass. healthcare workers demand answers after not being paid for over a month
NEWTON - Healthcare workers at Blupoint Healthcare say they have not been paid in more than a month. Now, they are demanding to know why their paychecks are bouncing at the bank."There are just a lot of excuses"One employee said that she has gone four weeks without a paycheck and needed to transfer money from her savings account to pay her bills.Blackstone Valley Health and Rehabilitation is one of four long-term care facilities owned by Blupoint Healthcare in Newton. Employees at three of their facilities, Quabbin Valley Healthcare in Athol, Mill Town Health and Rehabilitation in Amesbury, and...
MA Shoppers: Beware When You Swipe While Shopping!
Attention Bay State residents: When you are out doing your grocery shopping, pay heed to your surroundings especially when using a credit or debit card when checking out. Big Y supermarket discovered skimmers south of the border in two of its Connecticut stores last month. The grocery chain reports an unknown individual has attached a skimming device to one single terminal in each of its Naugatuck and Plainville locations. back on June 29th. At the present time, there are no reports of a similar incident in Massachusetts.
Senate Bond Bill Delivers $5-million for Boys & Girls Club
On July 11, the Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed a $2.89 billion comprehensive economic development bill, including bond authorizations for up to $10 million for projects directly benefiting communities within the First Middlesex Senate District. The economic bond bill will allow Massachusetts to continue to be a national leader in life...
40 Illegal To Trash Items In Mass.
As Massachusetts and the world tries to handle its waste in a more responsible manner, the rules they are a changing. Certain batteries can safely be thrown in the trash and some can not, for instance. Nearly a year and a half ago, Massachusetts made some changes to its trash...
Time Is Running Out For Your Regular Massachusetts Driver’s License
Recently I had to renew my license for the 2nd time before my birthday this year. Thankfully, I was able to process the transaction online since I didn't have any reason to visit the RMV in person as all my records are up to date. However, for some they might...
Nurses Rally Against Bounced Checks, Low Supplies
Employees at several nursing homes in Massachusetts, including one in South Hadley, are not getting paid or are receiving bad checks,. Bounced checks are said to have been handed out at Pioneer Valley Rehabilitation Center, where some staff remain unpaid for weeks and still they continue to work. Ellen Furman...
22News Notebook for July 13th-15th
The 22News Notebook is Working for You with a look at these upcoming events in our western Massachusetts area:. (Show canceled if it rains) We’re happy to help spread the word about your non-profit event. Email details at least 2 weeks in advance to: notebook@wwlp.com.
Logan Ip Featured in World Lacrosse’s LacrosseU Series
Gil Talbot Men’s Lacrosse 7/15/2024 3:17:00 PM CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Harvard men’s lacrosse and rising junior midfielder, Logan Ip , were recently featured in World Lacrosse’s new feature story series, LacrosseU. The series highlights different NCAA student-athletes who have competed for different nations at World Lacrosse events. Ip last competed for Team Hong Kong at the 2023 World Lacrosse Championships. Ip, who collected 23 points on 15 goals and eight assists in seven games at the Championship in San Diego earned a spot on the All-World team for his efforts. You can read and watch the full feature on Logan…
Here's what to consider if you want to open a community fridge in Gardner
In an attempt to help fight food insecurity private residents and organizations across the world have opened 24/7 community fridges but despite a perceived need, there is not one in the greater Gardner area. Two months ago, Kimberly Blake attempted to open a community pantry, which is similar to a...
Nuisance algae to be treated at some Westford beaches next week
WESTFORD — You may want to double-check your calendar for vacationers looking to escape the heat for a day at the lake next week. Nabnasset Lake and Long Sought For Pond will be treated for nuisance algae later this month. The town of Westford has posted disclaimers highlighting the dates and when the waters will be safe for swimming.
60 Bullets: Cambridge, Medford, Somerville Suffering Through Summer Of Shootings
Middlesex County authorities said they have seen six shootings over the past month, with as many as 60 shots being fired, damaging homes and cars and seriously injuring one person. “Every time a gun is illegally fired in our neighborhoods, it creates the risk of death or serious injury for inn…
Trend of warm weather making summer busy for Worcester electrician
WORCESTER, Mass. — The sun was shining down harshly over Coes Pond in Worcester Tuesday. "You can't keep cool on a day like this," joked one swimmer. And while some took in the heat, others worked in it. Temperatures hovering in the high 80s and low 90s with feel like temps in the 100s make the job that much harder for electrician Bill Riley.
'Beyond excited': Worcester's Stephen Nedoroscik ready for Olympics
WORCESTER, Mass. – Worcester native Stephen Nedoroscik is preparing for the 2024 Olympic games. Nedoroscik will compete in the pommel horse for team USA in gymnastics. Nedoroscik has worked his entire life to realize this dream, and he's pumped to compete and represent the USA. "I mean, I am...
Worcester Community Food Assessment sparks discussion on food insecurity in the city
Just four years ago in 2020, an estimated 17.7% of Worcester residents were considered to be food insecure. Now, that number has more than doubled, according to a recent report of the Worcester County Food Bank's Center on Food Equity, conducted by the Community Food Assessment in Worcester in 2023.
Worcester Police Detain Juvenile During Firearm Investigation on Townsend Street
Early this morning, Worcester Police Department's Gang Unit took a 14-year-old boy into custody following a firearm investigation. The arrest occurred during a search of an apartment on Townsend Street, as reported by official police press releases. The officers, who had a valid search warrant, arrived at approximately 6:00 AM...
Meet the T&G Hometeam high school softball Super Team for spring 2024
The Central Mass. High School Sports Awards is proud to announce the player of the year nominees for softball. The winners were announced during the live show that took place June 26 at the Hanover Theatre. The Central Mass. High School Sports Awards show is part of the USA TODAY High School Sports Awards, the largest high school sports recognition program in the country. ...
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