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Tuesday, Sept. 3: Rise and Shine
NEEDHAM, Mass. — Anthony Everett talks to a local expert about the history of breakfast (and flips a couple of pancakes, himself!) and we visit a classroom where kids benefit from school breakfast “before the bell.” We check out an Egyptian-inspired cafe on the South Shore and belly up to the counter at some old-fashioned American diners.
Wednesday, Sept. 4: Pickleball Passions
NEEDHAM, Mass. — Shayna scopes out a pickleball palace under development in Natick, introduces us to some pros – and to her own pickleball-playing mom. We meet a North Shore player who says pickleball saved his life, and go inside a county jail where incarcerated men are embracing the game. We also meet pickleball protesters, who have soured on noise from outdoor courts and say it’s ruining their quality of life.
Friday, Sept. 6: Know Your Nicknames 2
NEEDHAM, Mass. — It’s a journey through town monikers that are less obvious than the Witch City (Salem). We visit a community known for beautifully crafted glass, and one where the humble bucket graces team jerseys. We find whips still being made the traditional way in Whip City. Think Wormtown is just a brewery? We get the real story behind this nickname, which has its roots in punk music. Think you know where we are? Post to social media with your guesses!
Breaking Stigma, Honoring Victims at Overdose Awareness Vigil
• For International Overdose Awareness Day, residents paid tribute to the lives lost to addiction and those who still struggle with drug use. This article contains mentions of drug use and other sensitive subject matter. While Katie Truitt recognizes the joy in her life, she said there exists “a great...
MDPH confirms third and fourth West Nile Virus cases; Milton increased to high WNV risk status
MDPH confirms third and fourth West Nile Virus cases; Milton increased to high WNV risk status. MDPH has confirmed the third and fourth WNV human cases of the season. An individual within the ages of 60-69 from Norfolk County has tested positive for WNV. An individual within the ages of...
Norfolk DA investigated Sandra Birchmore and Karen Read cases. What's same and different?
STOUGHTON — News that feds charged former Stoughton cop Matthew Farwell with killing Sandra Birchmore after state and local probes ruled her death a suicide has people buzzing about parallels with a separate case: the death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe. Prosecutors say his girlfriend Karen Read hit him with her SUV in front of a fellow Boston cop's house and left him to die. ...
Popular NJ supermarket will stop selling cigarettes
🚬 A popular grocery chain will stop selling tobacco products permanently. 🚬 The goal is to help customers and staff make better health choices. As of Aug. 31, Stop & Shop will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores. The grocery chain announced it...
Popular Holiday Tradition Returns to a Cozy Massachusetts Town
There's nothing like winter in New England. Much like the fall season, people visit states like Massachusetts to take in the winter culture and holiday cheer. There are some very popular holiday events in Massachusetts during the winter including the Bright Nights display at Forrest Park in Springfield or the Holiday Pops at Symphony Hall in Boston but there is one that recreates a historic painting in the beautiful rolling hills of the Berkshires.
Massachusetts man wins $2.64 million State Lottery prize thanks to wife; here is how he plans to spend it
A Massachusetts man is the winner of a $2.64 million jackpot prize that was at stake in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s Megabucks drawing that took place Saturday, August 24. Kevin Connor from the village of Rochdale in the town of Leicester, who claimed his prize at Massachusetts State Lottery...
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One Draft Prospect Already Emerging As Top Potential Patriots Target
The New England Patriots and their fans are excited for the 2024 campaign. It's a whole new era and regime that is in charge of running the show. They understand this is just the beginning stages of the rebuild so there is still some work to do along the roster.
Here’s Why Some Massachusetts Residents May Lose Their Cable
Massachusetts residents know all too well how the cost of everyday items has been skyrocketing over the last few years. When you have to stay on a tight budget to make ends meet you may have to cut out a few services so you can pay your other priority bills.
Voters will decide minimum wage ballot measures in several states
Grace McGovern, a 24-year-old bartender and server at a downtown Boston brewery, recalls one recent customer vividly. He was very rude. It was a slow night, and she only had one table, a large group led by a man who “kept touching my lower back and my leg and making jokes,” she told Stateline. It […]
What to know about the mosquito virus spreading through New England
A rare and dangerous mosquito-borne illness is spreading through New England, putting states on high alert with one death already confirmed following an infection. Cases of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) have been detected in at least five states this year: Massachusetts, Vermont, Wisconsin, New Jersey and New Hampshire. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health…
Mass. community college closes deadline early after application surge
Cape Cod Community College closed its application deadline early after experiencing a surge of applications seen among community colleges after becoming universally free. Free community college became a reality for Massachusetts residents after Gov. Maura Healey signed the Legislature’s $57.8 billion budget last month. If you purchase a product...
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