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Council approves outdoor seating for Lakeport's Social Club Creamery
LAKEPORT — Social Club Creamery on Elm Street will soon expand to accommodate outdoor seating following approval by city council at Monday’s regular meeting at City Hall. The owners are also working to increase space available for storing ice cream, a tricky task in their small storefront. The...
Porta Fortuna Outclasses Older Rivals in Falmouth Score
Porta Fortuna followed up her Coronation Stakes (G1) win with an easy success in the July 12 Falmouth Stakes (G1) at Newmarket. The Donnacha O'Brien-trained 3-year-old was always prominent under Ryan Moore and stamped her class on her six rivals with a slick performance, beating the strong-traveling Jabaara by 3 3/4 lengths as the 10-11 favorite.
The Donna Drake Show Welcomes The Elite Group at RE/MAX Central
Donna sits down with realtor owner George Pavlushkin and team lead Kateryna Derevenskaya to discuss how they began their journey in real estate and the importance of looking for everything on a new property.
Exeter 120-plus apartment project faces opposition: Neighbors say we're not Portsmouth
EXETER — A proposed project to construct a mixed-use development with three apartment buildings and a commercial space off Portsmouth Avenue is facing opposition. One resident called the project a “monstrosity” that would alter the neighborhood. Another questioned if Exeter wants its town to become “another Portsmouth.” Green & Company of North Hampton went...
Jim Tortorella Returns to UNH Men’s Hockey Program as Director of Hockey Operations
The University of New Hampshire men's hockey program has named Jim Tortorella as its new director of hockey operations. Tortorella returns to UNH where he was an assistant coach for two seasons (1993-95) and an associate head coach for three seasons (2011-2014).
Salem, New Hampshire, Updating Hazard Mitigation Plan
(TNS) - The town is in the early stages of updating its hazardous mitigation plan as it addresses new concerns and changes in the growing community. The goal of an updated plan is to identify natural and human-caused hazards and vulnerabilities in Salem and decide on a course of action to reduce hazards and where to focus resources when they arise. Planning helps the town formulate decision-making during disasters to reduce damages to lives, property and the municipality’s economy.
‘Christmas in July’ celebrates Children’s Auction mission
WEIRS BEACH — It may be 85 degrees and sunny, but in the Weirs, it’s Christmas in July. Supporters of the Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction gathered aboard the M/S Mount Washington for a cruise around Lake Winnipesaukee to raise funds for local charities Thursday night. For every ticket sold, one would be donated to an underprivileged child so they, too, could take a ride on the ship.
Former Boston Police Commissioner expects security to "ratchet up" at upcoming events
BOSTON - Former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis discussed the impact of shots being fired during former President Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.Shots were fired toward former President Trump on Saturday evening at his campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Trump was speaking on stage at the rally when shots were fired, and he was quickly rushed offstage. The Secret Service said the Former President is now safe and being checked at a nearby hospital. The Butler County District Attorney confirmed to CBS Pittsburgh station that two people are dead: the gunman and an audience member. Increasing security after Trump rally shootingEd Davis is a...
Marlborough woman faces third OUI charge after Tewksbury crash
TEWKSBURY — Chief Ryan Columbus announced Saturday that a Marlborough woman has been charged with her third offense of operating under the influence following a series of collisions in Tewksbury. Susan Kapopoulos, 58, is facing multiple charges including third-offense operating under the influence of liquor, marked lanes violation, possession...
Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s Mom Warned Her Daughters Not To Board JFK Jr.’s Plane Prior To Crash That Killed Three
In a disturbing recollection, a new book offers a deeper personal look into the tragic events that unfolded 25 years ago on July 16, 1999, when John F. Kennedy Jr.‘s small plane crashed into the waters off Martha’s Vineyard. The crash claimed the lives of all three aboard...
American Heritage Museum reenacts WWII battle
HUDSON, Mass. - The American Heritage Museum in Hudson is displaying their reenactment of the Saipan Campaign from World War II this weekend. The Saipan Campaign was a pivotal battle in the Second World War that took place between June 15 and July 9, 1944. The battle resulted in significant...
Update: Excessive heat watch for 5 Massachusetts counties for Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued an updated excessive heat watch at 11:08 a.m. on Sunday valid for Tuesday between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. for Northern Worcester as well as Franklin, Hampshire, Hampden, Bristol and Plymouth counties. The weather service adds, "Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to...
Bird watchers flock to South Boston for look at tropical sea bird rarely seen north of the Caribbean
Mary Ellen was among the bird enthusiasts who gathered on the beach between the Curley Community Center and Carson Beach today for a chance to photograph the brown booby that decided to head north for some time in the Hub. The booby in action - look at that neck go:
Tewksbury students share an EPIC experience
TEWKSBURY — 10 Tewksbury students participated recently in an Innovation Pathways initiative between UMass Lowell and Tewksbury Memorial High School. The Engineering Possibilities Immersive Camp (EPIC) is an onsite, multi-day experience which exposes students to potential career paths in engineering while interacting with college professionals and touring and working on a college campus.
Water quality good as reporting issues addressed
TEWKSBURY — The annual Tewksbury water department consumer confidence report is out and residents can feel good about their drinking water. The report, much of which contains language that is required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is issued to residents as required by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP).
CMass girls soccer wins in PKs against Southeast in Bay State Games championship
FITCHBURG — The team from Central Massachusetts pulled off a come-from-behind victory, 3-2, in a penalty shoot-out against the team from Southeastern Massachusetts at Game On in Fitchburg to earn first place in the three-day, Olympic-style tournament. Southeast got out to a 2-0 lead by the opening minutes of...
Tewksbury Hospital CEO responds to safety issues
TEWKSBURY — The Tewksbury Select Board met on June 25, 2024 to discuss recent safety issues at Tewksbury State Hospital. Tewksbury Hospital CEO Amy Dumont and COO Greg Herr appeared before the board. Dumont thanked the Tewkbury police department, fire department, and town staff for their ongoing support of...
Dead Humpback Whale Found Off South Shore of Massachusetts
Another day, another dead whale. Tragedy struck the South Shore of Massachusetts on Friday when the U.S. Coast Guard discovered a dead humpback whale floating in the water. The whale, known as Lollipop, a mature female, had been in good health when last seen on June 1, 2024. NOAA Fisheries,...
Boston Is One Of The Most Charitable Cities In The U.S.
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — The numbers are in: Boston is one of the most generous cities in the country, according to a survey published by Phlebotomy Training. The study defined "generous" could mean many different things, such as donating time and energy or providing skills to help others. The...
Stop & Shop Announces Massachusetts Closing of 8 Locations
Stop & Shop has announced it will close 32 "underperforming" stores, according to supermarketnews.com, on or before November 2, 2024, including eight Massachusetts locations. The closings reflect a move to restructure the company. The closing list does not include the locations in Amesbury, Andover, and North Andover, Massachusetts. Here's a...
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