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Massachusetts town warns parents, students of dangerous ‘galaxy gas’ trend
Medfield’s school district warned parents and students about a viral TikTok trend that could be deadly in the most severe cases. Galaxy Gas, a brand of canned Nitrous Oxide for culinary use, has taken social media by storm. Young adults can be seen inhaling the gas that causes lightheadedness, dizziness, and weakness. Medfield’s Social Emotional Learning department said they haven’t dealt with a case at any district schools. “A lot of this is preventative medicine,” said Dr. Dave Worthley, director of the Social Emotional Learning department.
Spooky Northeastern Towns to Explore This Fall
Fall in the northeast is a magical time. The leaves turn vibrant shades of crimson and gold, the air becomes crisp, and a sense of cozy anticipation settles over the land. But beneath the picturesque autumnal beauty lies a darker, more mysterious side to the region – a history laced in folklore, ghost stories, and unexplained phenomena.
5 Things to Expect at Wicked Haunted Fest at Hood Park
Move over, Salem! Our neighbors in Charlestown have Wicked Haunted Fest – a new immersive Halloween experience at Hood Park opening in October. Here are 5 Things to Expect at this spooky neighborhood event!. Three Haunted Houses. The festival’s centerpiece will be three Hollywood-caliber haunted house experiences, each with...
Bark the Vote: Seaport to Elect First-Ever Dog Mayor in 2024
Boston, MA – October 1, 2024 – This fall, the Seaport District is officially going to the dogs! Seaport is thrilled to announce the launch of Bark The Vote, an initiative to elect the neighborhood’s first-ever Dog Mayor. From running free at Sea Green Dog Park to sniffing out the best treats at Polkadog Bakery, dogs are woven into the fabric of Seaport life—and now it’s time to give them a voice (or, at least, a woof).
See where peak foliage is starting in New England
BOSTON - Peak foliage season has begun. Northern New England is bursting with color right now and this weekend will be the best time to head to the Green and White Mountains. Thankfully, the weather has been cooperating as of late with a couple periods of rain mixed in with some cool nights up north. Fall foliage road trip suggestions in New EnglandThinking of taking a road trip? Here are some suggestions for scenic routes:93 North up into the White Mountain National Forest Kancamagus Highway from Lincoln to Conway, N.H.Route 302 from Bretton Woods to Glen, N.H.Routes 4...
Acton man dies of EEE; family questions state’s announcing practices
There have been four confirmed EEE cases in humans in Massachusetts this year. One led to the death of an Acton man in early September. Late this summer, public health officials in Massachusetts began to warn residents about the risks of two mosquito-borne illnesses: Eastern equine encephalitis and West Nile virus. Now, officials are confirming that an Acton man died in early September from EEE.
Cleanup of Mass. pool with salsa jar found inside cost over $12K, report says
The closure of a Needham pool this summer, where a broken jar of salsa was found, cost the town $12,657, according to Boston.com. On July 14, a broken jar was seen next to the pool at the Rosemary Recreation Complex, with shattered glass found inside the pool, the news website reported.
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