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Plymouth Stop & Shop Welcomes Former Red Sox Player Johnny Damon
It's been quite the week in Plymouth for celebrity sightings. First Amy Adams, then David Portnoy, and now an all-star retired outfielder. Former Red Sox outfielder Johnny Damon made a splash at the Plymouth Stop & Shop located at 127 Samoset Street, where he promoted his new beverage, A-GAME water. The sports star's visit drew a crowd as he engaged with fans, posed for photos, and signed autographs.
Boston Residents Brew Connections at 'Coffee with a Cop' Event in Dorchester
In an effort to foster stronger community ties, Boston's District C-11 recently held a "Coffee with a Cop" event at AkoKo Café in Dorchester, with Boston Police Commissioner Cox, the Command Staff, and officers mingling with locals over cups of java. According to the Boston Police Department's release, the casual meet-up encouraged open dialogue between law enforcement and community members, addressing concerns and plans for safety and upcoming neighborhood initiatives.
Karen Read’s lawyers say a fifth juror has confirmed the jury was a unanimous ‘not guilty’ on murder charge
The juror allegedly said the jury was only deadlocked on the count of OUI manslaughter and its lesser included offenses. ’s murder trial has confirmed the jury unofficially decided to acquit Read of two of the three charges against her, including second-degree murder, lawyers for the Mansfield woman said Thursday.
Meet the T&G Hometeam high school boys' lacrosse Super Team for spring 2024
The Central Mass. High School Sports Awards is proud to announce the player of the year nominees for boys' lacrosse. The winners were announced during the live show that took place June 26 at the Hanover Theatre. The Central Mass. High School Sports Awards show is part of the USA...
Mass. Starbucks, hotels, businesses affected by CrowdStrike outage
BOSTON — A global technology outage caused by a faulty software update that grounded flights, disrupted hospitals and knocked banks and media outlets offline Friday is affecting some Massachusetts businesses, hotels, gas stations and coffee shops offline. The CrowdStrike outage affecting Microsoft disrupted flights, banks and companies across the...
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...
Ambulance rolls over on Interstate 95 north in Pawtucket
(WJAR) — An ambulance has rolled over on Interstate 95 north near School Street in Pawtucket. According to Rhode Island State Police, the crash occurred at around 8 p.m. State police said a private ambulance service van was side-swiped by another vehicle, lost control, and rolled over on the grass.
German Flex Packaging Equipment Maker Begins Major US Expansion
Germany-based flexible packaging machinery manufacturer Windmoeller & Hoelscher (W&H) broke ground on a major expansion at its North American headquarters in Lincoln, RI, this week. The groundbreaking on July 17 was attended by municipal officials, project partners, neighbors from the New England Way Industrial Park, and W&H employees. A first...
The latest on the global IT outage from local experts
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Business Manager from Technology Advisory Group, Jason Harlam, joins ABC 6 in studio to give us the latest on the global CrowdStrike IT outage, and how businesses can further protect themselves from future outages. You can visit their website here.
Imagination Playground marks 15 years; celebrates with throwback pricing
This month, Imagination Playground is celebrating 15 years, and reflecting on the continued growth and success of the company mission to bring enriching, imaginative play to children everywhere. Made in Providence, Rhode Island, Imagination Playground has made its way to all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico, and over 70 countries across the globe.
Man convicted of killing Roger Williams Park ranger granted parole
A brutal scene in Roger Williams Park in October 1995. A park ranger fatally shot. A Providence Police officer seriously wounded. Now, 29 years later, the killer is set to go free. “I’m disgusted over the whole thing. It’s like a slap in the face to our family that he’s...
Way Too Early Big East Contenders Vs. Pretenders (Part 3)
In the third installment of our series, “Way Too Early Big East Contenders vs. Pretenders,” we continue our deep dive into the tumultuous offseason of Big East basketball. Building on our initial explorations and the strategic nuances discussed in Part 2, this article aims to further analyze how the dynamic landscape of the conference will evolve as teams prepare for the upcoming season. With UConn seeking a historic three-peat and other teams aiming to disrupt the established hierarchy, the scene is set for a thrilling showdown. The exit of key players to the NBA Draft, transfer portal, or professional endeavors adds a layer of unpredictability, underscoring the importance of tactical prowess and coaching acumen in shaping team fortunes.
Man charged in Boston pub fire found not competent for trial
The man charged over a fire at a popular pub in Boston's Mission Hill neighborhood was found not competent to face the charges during a hearing Friday. Prasiddha Baruwal had been ordered to undergo a mental competency exam after being arrested in connection with the intense fire at The Squealing Pig, which its owners have said was destroyed. Video showed a person inside burning restaurant, which had its windows smashed as well.
4 takeaways as Celtics fall to Mavericks, but rookies fill up scoring
The Celtics had a slow start in what was an NBA Finals rematch against the Mavericks, though it was on the Summer League stage. The C’s fell 101-90 to the Mavs on Friday in Las Vegas, wrapping up the group stage play of Summer League. The Mavs poured in...
Brad Stevens Discusses Possibilities for Celtics Final Roster Spot
The Celtics have had a relativity quite offseason so far. Fresh off winning the NBA Championship and a dominant playoff run Boston has opted to run it back with virtually the same roster. Notably, the Celtics currently have 14 players on their roster leaving room for another signing. During media availability at the Las Vegas Summer League, Celtics General Manager Brad Stevens commented on the Celtics open roster spot and some possible options.
Average gas prices in Massachusetts? See how much here
Massachusetts gas prices fell last week at an average of $3.49 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.50 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in Massachusetts has risen about 6 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $3.07 on Jan. 29 and as high as $3.76 on Aug....
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