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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos interested in Boston Celtics takeover after failed pursuit of Washington Commanders
AMAZON founder Jeff Bezos could be eyeing on buying the Boston Celtics. The 60-year-old Bezos had previously attempted to purchase the Washington Commanders before losing out to a group led by Josh Harris. Two weeks after winning the 2023-24 NBA title, Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck announced plans to sell the team. On Monday, The Ringer […]
Watertown Food Pantry Receives Donation from Construction Contractor
Last week, the Watertown Food Pantry received a donation from a construction company working in a major project in town. Food Pantry volunteer Stacy Walsh said that donation was delivered by Chris Bertone and Tim Guiggio from Brait, which is in the contractor for the Watertown High School project, and previously worked on the Cunniff and Hosmer elementary school projects.
City sues Boston police union to avoid paying acquitted officers’ legal fees
The City of Boston is on the hook for $279,899 in legal fees after two police officers were acquitted in an overtime pay scam last year. The City of Boston is fighting in court to avoid paying nearly $300,000 in legal fees for police officers recently acquitted of running an overtime pay scam, court records show.
Former Bruins Star Provides Big Injury Update
During the 2023 NHL Offseason, the Boston Bruins traded Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno's signing rights to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for defensemen Ian Mitchell and Alec Regula. With the Bruins dealing with serious cap space trouble, they were forced to dump Hall and his $6 million cap hit for far less than they could have if they weren't in such a tough financial situation. View the original article to see embedded media. Hall's first season with the Blackhawks was essentially a lost campaign for the 2010 first-overall pick. The 32-year-old was limited to only ten games on the...
Lulu’s tiki bar open to the public, Smuttynose Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival returns
"Summertime is always the best of what might be." This summer there has been no shortage of "the best" in the restaurant scene on the Seacoast. This week we learn that Nevada Hotel’s Lulu’s tiki bar at York Beach is now open to public, the second annual Smuttynose Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival returns this weekend featuring more than a dozen of New England's most fabulous food trucks serving up delectable delights alongside the finest beers and cocktails from Smuttynose, we remind you that Wells Chili Fest 2024 is also happening this weekend and we revisit other local restaurant...
Manchester park gets new mural, celebrates community reinvestment
The Little League clubhouse at Sheehan Basquil Park in downtown Manchester got a facelift this summer. Two dozen students interning with the Nashua nonprofit Positive Street Art spent six weeks on mentorship training, cleaning out the clubhouse and painting a mural on one side. Positive Street Art coordinator Yasamin Safarzadeh...
Amherst property owners may have more opportunities to build ADUs as a result of a new state law
Building accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, will no longer require owner occupancy of either the main dwelling unit or the ADU, as a result of the new law, the Affordable Homes Act. Amherst, like most cities and towns in the state, currently has such a requirement, which is designed to protect residential neighborhoods from disruptive behavior. The requirement is also designed to reduce questionable management practices by out-of-town investors who may not be able or willing to regulate tenant behavior adequately.
How many celebrities have visited the Seacoast this summer? Here's the list.
This summer, the Seacoast has been a bit of a hotspot for celebrity sightings. From Kittery to York, celebrities have been spotted stopping by the Seacoast to try out the local seafood, visit the beautiful beaches and even meet fans. ...
'We understand our potential': Weymouth football aims high after standout '23 season
WEYMOUTH -- So what does the Weymouth High football team do for an encore in 2024? Senior tight end/safety Mike Farrow has a thought. "We're looking to put up a banner this year," he said. "We've just got to get it done." ...
Brockton students sweep contest investing $1M in mock money. Now, they've got real money
BROCKTON — Five Brockton High School students are raising the bar in financial literacy and STEM education by securing the top five spots in a national competition. Out of 160 students ranging from middle school to college age who took part in this annual contest from cities across the country, all of the top...
Alice Wade, Lucas Veitch compete for Dover Ward 2 state rep Democratic nomination
DOVER — Alice Wade and Lucas Veitch are duking it out in Dover's Ward 2 to earn the Democratic nomination for state representative for Strafford County District 15. Whoever wins will face Republican Keith Mistretta, who is running unopposed, in November. They are all running to replace Bill Conlin, D-Dover, who is not running for re-election, to represent Dover Ward 2. ...
What's new in Somersworth schools for 2024-25? Here's what parents, students need to know
SOMERSWORTH — John Shea, new superintendent for Somersworth and Rollinsford schools, is no stranger to the district, having served as principal of Somersworth High School in the past. His three-year contract began on July 1. Shea said the district team is ready and excited for the start of the new school year. ...
The B-52s founder Kate Pierson will premiere new music at a free concert on Cape Cod
The B-52s singer and keyboardist Kate Pierson, who lives part-time in Truro, will premiere music from her upcoming solo album, “Radios & Rainbows” Wednesday, Aug. 21, at Wequassett Resort & Golf Club in Harwich. The 8:30 p.m. concert is free and open to the public, and part of the Cape Cod Jazz Festival. ...
Video: Cooler, fall-like feel
After some downpours and storms with last night's front, a fall-like pattern moves in. After a much cooler stretch, it warms up starting later in the week into next weekend. A fall-like feel for today and Wednesday with clouds, limited sun, and scattered showers. Most of the showers today will be up north, but could be scattered anywhere during the afternoon Wednesday. Highs both days will be in the 60s with a northwesterly breeze, a little early taste of autumn (for a few days.)
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