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Risk of Eastern equine encephalitis raised in multiple Massachusetts towns
BOSTON — The risk of contracting Eastern equine encephalitis has been raised in multiple Massachusetts towns after it was detected in additional mosquito samples throughout the state, public health officials announced Friday. Additional samples collected in Abington, Middleborough, Wareham and Whitman tested positive for EEE. These findings caused public...
After death of Dorchester restaurant owner, staff raises money for his family
Kenny Blasi, who co-owns the popular Blasi's Kitchen and Bar, died at the end of July. When Blasi’s Kitchen and Bar, a longtime Adams Village staple, burned down in 2017, it would take a larger-than-life dreamer to build it back up. Despite delays, mostly due to a pandemic in between, co-owner and proprietor Kenneth “Kenny” Blasi accomplished his goal.
Deep fryer explodes at Plymouth Market Basket, burning 3 people including infant
A deep fryer exploded at a Market Basket in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Thursday night, sending cooking oil flying through the air, burning one store employee and two customers, including an infant. The Plymouth Fire Department says it responded to the grocery store on Commerce Way around 6:46 p.m. for a report...
New Hampshire Man Sentenced for Jan. 6 Capitol Breach Involvement and Theft of Government Property
A New Hampshire man found himself with a 24-month supervised release sentence, inclusive of ten months of home detention, handed down on Aug. 1, 2024, for his actions connected to the Jan. 6 Capitol breach - according to an announcement from the U.S. Department of Justice. Richard Zachary Ackerman, a 22-year-old from Salem, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of civil disorder and a misdemeanor theft of government property, the Justice Department reports state.
Police officer suspended, accused of ‘serious’ violations
***This story was updated Friday, Aug. 2, 5:15 p.m. with additional details. Marblehead Police Officer Michael Robert Farewell was placed on a five-day, unpaid suspension on Aug. 2, accused of falsifying records and violating department policies for use of force and tasers. He is also accused of untruthfulness and a lack of cooperation with investigations. After the five days, Farewell will be placed on paid administrative leave pending a disciplinary hearing.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Middlesex Community College Announce New Pathway
At a ceremony held on Friday, August 2 at Middlesex Community College’s Lowell Campus, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) President Grace Wang and Middlesex Community College (MCC) President Phil Sisson signed an articulation agreement to provide a clear pathway for MCC students to transfer to WPI. This initiative is central to both schools’ mission to address the evolving educational, cultural, economic and workforce needs of the local and global communities.
Black bear family strolls through Raymond, caught on security camera
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A family of black bears was seen walking in Raymond. Stephen Jean captured video footage of the mother bear and her four cubs on his Blink smart security camera. According to Jean, the footage was recorded early Wednesday morning around 2 a.m. Share your photos and...
Guilty: Marshfield woman convicted of murdering her husband
PLYMOUTH – A Marshfield woman has been found guilty of the murder of her husband. Christine Ricci was found guilty Friday by a Plymouth County jury of second-degree murder and one count of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon in the 2021 stabbing of Michael Ricci at their Marshfield home. The verdict...
UMass Lowell Cross Country Teams Unveil Extensive 2024 Competition Schedule
The UMass Lowell men's and women's cross country teams have announced their 2024 competition schedule, starting with the Pre-Conference Meet in Burlington, Vt. on Aug. 31. Head Coach Gary Gardner emphasized a strategy of balancing youth with experience, allowing younger athletes to compete in smaller meets to gain experience. The schedule is designed to prepare the teams for key events such as the America East Championship and the NCAA Championships. Highlighted races include the Suffolk Short Course Classic, UMass Dartmouth Invitational, and the Paul Short Invitational. The America East Championship will take place in Burlington on Nov. 2, where the men aim for their fifth consecutive title and the women seek their fourth.
Gas leak under control in Manchester
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Four Manchester homes were evacuated Thursday afternoon because of a gas leak. Crews responded to the scene on Milford Street around 12:30 p.m. Officials said there was a leak in a 4-inch gas main. By 2:15 p.m., the gas leak was under control and the evacuation...
Runway reopens at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport after small plane had landing gear issue
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is back to normal operations after a small plane landed with its landing gear up on Thursday afternoon. The single-engine Aero Commander 112 landed at around 2:25 p.m., according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The pilot was the only person on board...
Gov. Tim Walz to campaign for Harris in New Hampshire Sunday evening
MINNEAPOLIS — Gov. Tim Walz will join Kamala Harris at a rally on Sunday evening, as her campaign closes in on the deadline to name its own vice presidential candidate. Walz is one of the finalists for the job, among a list of high-profile Democrats that includes Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky, Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. After President Joe Biden decided to step aside from the race, Walz quickly endorsed Harris and has since supported her efforts through television appearances as well as a rally before Saturday's Trump campaign stop in St....
New Hampshire just experienced one of its warmest Julys on record
MANCHESTER, N.H. — As we kick off the month of August, here is where July finished up. We tied for the second-warmest July on record in Concord with an average temperature of 75.0 degrees for the month. New Hampshire also hit this mark in July 1876. The warmest July...