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1 Jar of Salsa Cost a New England Town $20,000 in Damages and Repairs
If you are like me, you read that headline and said, "Uh, WHAT?" How can one jar of salsa cost a town over $20,000?. I'll tell you how: glass. Nearly every public pool has a few rules: no outside food, and NO glass in the form of a water bottle, beer bottle, or in this case, a salsa jar.
Canton woman with ALS finds way to read to her grandchildren even after she’s gone
Editor’s note: This article has been updated to correct a name in a caption and clarify who will push Della Larsen in the Falmouth Road Race. A year ago in April, Della Larsen, 59, was diagnosed with an incurable disease that is expected to take away her ability to do basic tasks over the next few years or months before it claims her life.
Octogenarian seeking help with rent, food, assisted by Cape Cod Times Neighbors Fund
An octogenarian called the Neighbors Fund seeking assistance paying rent. For the past 60 years she has held many interesting and rewarding jobs. However, as she got into her 80s, she started slowing down and has not been able to work as much. She explained that rent, food, utilities — all the basic needs — have increased while her income hasn’t. She lives in a small apartment and is on a senior housing list and is hopeful she will be able to move into a more affordable unit. ...
'NYPD Blue' actor Gordon Clapp brings poet Robert Frost to life in Wellfleet this weekend
Emmy-winning actor Gordon Clapp will have to watch his step ― literally, not metaphorically ― when he brings to life his favorite poet, Robert Frost in Wellfleet this weekend. Still best known for playing Greg Medavoy in all 12 seasons of “NYPD Blue,” Clapp will perform the one-man show “Robert Frost: This Verse Business” on the restaurant set Harbor Stage Company built for its ongoing production, “My Dinner With Andre.” ...
Mum charged after baby left 'decaying' for over a month found in plastic bag at park
A 22-year-old mum has been charged after her "decaying" baby was found dead inside a "plastic bag" for over a month at a park in Massachusetts. Daniela Michell Escobar-Mejia has been accused of abandoning her infant son's body at Fort Taber in New Bedford in 2023 after the baby was discovered in a plastic bag wrapped in a blanket by a woman and her niece.
Local Food Drive In Haverhill Catches Big Attention On Social Media
HAVERHILL, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — Haverhill residents are hooked on a new trend: taking pictures with a tuna fish mascot. This is all part of the Tuna in July campaign, launched by nonprofit 411 Cares last year, where they try to collect five thousand tuna cans and mayonnaise to make sandwiches for local veterans, seniors, and the unhoused.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. makes Yankees debut, one day after being acquired from Marlins in trade
BOSTON (AP) — Jazz Chisholm Jr. made his New York Yankees debut Sunday night against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, one day after he was acquired from the Miami Marlins for three minor leaguers. Chisholm arrived at the ballpark about 90 minutes before the first pitch and...
Utah HC Could Be Eyeing Former Bruins Forward
Nearly one month into free agency, former Boston Bruins forward James van Riemsdyk still remains without a contract for the 2024-25 season. That certainly has the potential to change, as he put up decent numbers for the Bruins in 2023-24. Even after a tough finish to the regular season, he had 11 goals, 38 points, and a plus-7 rating in 71 games. Related: Former Bruins Forward's Market Should Heat Up Teams looking for more secondary offensive production and power play help could consider taking a flier on van Riemsdyk. In a recent article for The Hockey News Utah, Spencer Lazary...
Revolutionary War Re-enactment Returns to Old Sturbridge Village
STURBRIDGE, Mass. — Old Sturbridge Village is set to host "Redcoats and Rebels," one of New England's largest Revolutionary War re-enactments, on Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4. The event promises a weekend of historical immersion, featuring nearly 600 costumed re-enactors from across the region portraying both soldiers and civilians from the Revolutionary War era.
Prominent Grocery Store Chain Announces Which Massachusetts Locations Will Close
Massachusetts is a great place to live. Residents and visitors have their choice of city or county life, plenty of restaurants, and of course, plenty of shopping. Massachusetts is home to an abundance of independent retailers from book stores, to sports equipment and gift shops. While small and family-owned businesses are a vital part of the state's economy, big box stores have their place in Massachusetts as well.
Cape Cod Baseball League roundup: Bucciero's two home runs leads Orleans to win
Daniel Bucciero (Fordham) only had two hits (five RBIs, two runs) but they both left the park for Orleans (12-21) as they beat Falmouth (13-19) 10-8 on Friday. Stetson's Landon Moran (one hit, two runs, one RBI, one walk) also had a home run, while Northwestern's Bennett Markinson collected two hits (three RBIs) at the plate. Miles Gosztola (Gonzaga) remained unbeaten (3-0) on the mound as he went 1 2/3 scoreless innings, allowed one hit, one walk and struck out two. ...
Milton teen dedicates herself to helping others in need, being a leader
MILTON - A recent Massachusetts graduate is heading to college after establishing a legacy of athletics, leadership and service at her high school.Three-sport captain and all-starRoisin Burke just graduated from Fontbonne Academy in Milton and is heading to Holy Cross in the fall. In high school, she stood out as a three-sport captain in volleyball, indoor track and outdoor track."She's just someone that always does everything by the books," said Anna DeVitto, Fontbonne's athletic director. "She's very driven. She's someone that just does everything right when you're not looking.""I feel like once I became that leader, I had the job...
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