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Cardinal Cammann: Coaching change, conference change can't slow Andover hoop star's quest at Stanford
Aidan Cammann talked about one of the hidden draws at Stanford University:. “It’s pretty much nice all the time. The weather is beautiful all year long.”. Talk about irony. For nearly every minute of his freshman year in Palo Alto, Calif., one athletic “monsoon” rolled in after another.
Michael Rubin opens up about friendship with Robert Kraft, Grant Williams
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin made an appearance on the Toucher & Hardy radio show, offering listeners a glimpse into his world of business, sports, and celebrity friendships. The conversation covered a range of topics, from the upcoming Fanatics Fest NYC to his personal relationships with high-profile figures like Robert Kraft and Grant Williams.
Boston Celtics receive an A grade for their offseason work so far
The Boston Celtics entered the offseason as NBA champions. As a second apron luxury tax team, their ability to make moves was significantly limited. As such, Brad Stevens focused on securing the long-term future of the roster’s core rotation, inking Derrick White and Jayson Tatum to long-term extensions while bringing back Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet.
For $5.95m, a seaside Rockport property is our Luxury Home of the Week
The home was significantly renovated in 2019. If summer has you dreaming of a coastal getaway, look no further than our luxury home of the week pick, an oceanside respite in Rockport. 183 South St. is set on 5.08 acres, with views looking out on Pebble Beach, Milk Island, and the Atlantic Ocean.
Sanders, Cassidy launch investigation into Steward Health bankruptcy
The Senate Health Committee is launching an investigation into the bankruptcy of Steward Health Care, a Dallas-based hospital chain with a significant presence in eastern Massachusetts, and will vote next week on issuing a subpoena to its CEO, Ralph de la Torre. Steward operates 31 hospitals in eight states, including eight in Massachusetts. It filed…
Essex County D.A.: Six Suspects Charged with Murder in Lynn Drive-by Shooting
Lynn, Mass. – July 19, 2024 – The Office of Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker has charged six suspects in connection to the drive-by shooting that left Jandriel Heredia, 21, of Revere, and Abraham Diaz, 25, of Lynn dead, and five others injured. The shooting took place at approximately 2:20 a.m. on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at a gathering held at 189 Essex Street in Lynn. The following defendants have been charged with two counts of murder: Justin Alba, 25, of Peabody; and Lynn residents Darwin Batista, 20; Yefferson Vallecillo Cambar, 22; Carlos Ramirez Corniel, 16; Leonardo Espinoza, 15; and Abel Severino Reyes, 21.
Massachusetts House and Senate approve a $58B state budget deal
BOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts House and Senate approved a $58 billion state budget deal Friday that includes a plan for free community colleges and would allow the Massachusetts Lottery to move some of its products online. The budget would set aside more than $117 million for the free...
Gun reform agreement by MA lawmakers could change where guns can be carried. What to know
State lawmakers have reached a compromise with a gun reform bill that will restrict firearm carrying in certain public places and limit the spread of "ghost guns" in Massachusetts. The new bill, which has not yet been signed into law, covers a wide range of topics, like ghost guns, firearm...
New Massachusetts Law In Effect, Major Changes for Restaurants & Bars
Historians agree that bars in Massachusetts are about as old as the state itself. Early settlers wasted no time setting up local taverns before schoolhouses in some cases. In fact, Massachusetts is home to what are believed to be the oldest bars in the United States like the Green Dragon Tavern which dates back to 1654, or Warren Tavern in Charlestown which was the first building to be erected in Charlestown after the British burned the whole town during the Battle of Bunker Hill in June of 1775.
Shout Out To The Massachusetts Man Who Won Millions & Donated To Animals
Not all heroes wear capes. Some just donate their lottery winnings to animals in need. A Peabody man hit big on a scratch ticket, and instead of pocketing all the winnings, he had a better idea in mind. Paul Riley went to Summit Variety on Summit Street in Peabody and...
Aron of Metrowest Commercial Real Estate handles new 17,774 s/f long-term lease to The Massachusetts Parole Board at 12 Mercer Rd.
Natick, MA The Massachusetts Parole Board has entered into a new long-term lease agreement after Metrowest Commercial Real Estate’s proposal was selected from a sealed Request For Proposal (RFP). The proposal was for its current location at 12 Mercer Rd. The 17,774 s/f facility was renovated with upgrades including...
Nearly 50 beaches across Massachusetts closed on Thursday
As temperatures finally began to cool off in Massachusetts on Thursday, close to 50 beaches across the state were closed, primarily due to bacteria in the water, according to the state’s publicly available water quality dashboard. In all, 46 beaches across Massachusetts were closed as of the 9:30 a.m....
Case of measles confirmed in Mass. for first time since 2020, officials say
The DPH says the case of the highly contagious, airborne disease is linked to international travel. State officials announced the first case of measles in Massachusetts since 2020 on Thursday. An adult from Worcester received the diagnosis after traveling abroad, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) said in a...
This New England State Gets The Most Lightning In The Region
Summertime and the living is easy. The weather can be rough, especially if you don't like heat and humidity – and then there are the summer thunderstorms. All of it beats winter cold and snow, as far as I am concerned. New Bedford has the record for the hottest...
MassDEP rejects controversial proposal to dump nuclear wastewater into Cape Cod Bay
Holtec, Inc won't be allowed to dump 1.1 million gallons of wastewater into the Cape. Authorities rejected a company’s controversial request to dump up to 1.1 million gallons of wastewater from a decommissioned nuclear power plant into Cape Cod Bay. Holtec Decommissioning International LLC is in charge of safely...
The Criminal Travels of Michael Brier: Fraudulent Tax Preparer to Suboxone Clinic Cheat
In July of 2016, Fox Point neighbors and business owners contacted GoLocal, raising concerns about who was opening a new Suboxone therapy clinic on Wickenden Street. The man behind the Suboxone business, Michael Brier, was a former Rhode Island tax preparer who had previously been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison in 2013. He was prosecuted by the Department of Justice.
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