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Who is new B-P assistant superintendent Andrew Rebello — Diman's award-winning principal?
FALL RIVER — Though he’s taken Diman on a journey, Andrew Rebello said he’s “ready for the next step.” And that next step is as assistant superintendent at Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School in Taunton — a position B-P has not had for many years. Rebello, currently the assistant superintendent-principal at Diman Regional Vocational Technical...
That’s acting Gov. Bill Galvin, to you
There’s a new(ish) sheriff in town. With Gov. Maura Healey, Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll, and state Attorney General Andrea Campbell all in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention, the state’s top elections official will be in charge through week’s end. Secretary of State William Galvin will serve...
Josh Cellars Founder Joseph Carr Honored by Massachusetts Governor for Dedication to Local Community
Carr’s Philanthropic Support of The Cape Playhouse Fuels Its Ongoing Support of the Arts. Josh Cellars, America’s largest and fastest growing premium table wine, celebrates its founder, Joseph Carr, who was formally acknowledged by Massachusetts Governor Healey for his ongoing contributions to the arts and the local Cape Cod community where he resides.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
Mass. father Stanley Kotowski goes missing while vacationing in S.C.
A Massachusetts man went missing while vacationing in South Carolina with his family last week and, as of Wednesday afternoon, has not been seen for five days, according to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office. Methuen resident Stanley Kotowski, 60, was last seen leaving the Sea Pines Resort on Hilton...
Fall River and Somerville health centers receive national recognition from U.S. Department of Agriculture
BOSTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture is recognizing 103 WIC clinics, among 10,000 nationally, with WIC Breastfeeding Awards of Excellence for work being done to help moms and babies successfully breastfeed. In Massachusetts, two clinics received awards:. Cambridge Health Alliance, Somerville, MA, Premiere, with 58% of moms fully...
Lafayette Coming To Town Friday
Fans of Revolutionary War hero the Marquis de Lafayette will get a chance to thank him this Friday when the 13-month Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour comes through Providence (and later in the day, East Providence). In 1824, two-thirds of the population of New York City lined the streets to greet Lafayette when he arrived to start his Guest of the Nation tour, and that’s where the Bicentennial Tour kicked off earlier this week. The Rhode Island Historical Society has partnered with tour organizers, American Friends of Lafayette (AFL), to host one of the living historians portraying Lafayette at the John Brown House Museum. From The New York Times:
Residents left without water after water main break in Lincoln
LINCOLN, R.I. (WJAR) — Crews are working to repair and large water main break in Lincoln. The break appears to have happened in the area of Woodland Street. Neighbors told NBC 10 they did not have water. An NBC 10 photographer saw water bubbling through the concrete. It is...
State rep candidates cordial in forum
Other than their background and experience, there was little that differentiated the Democratic candidates for state representative at a recent forum sponsored by the Democratic Town Committees (DTC) of Dover, Medfield and Needham. Patrick Gatto, a real estate agent, Bhuren Patel, a pharmacy owner, and Josh Tarsky, a middle-high school...
Rhode Island schools face teacher shortages as new academic year approaches
The clock is ticking for Rhode Island school districts as dozens of teaching positions remain open ahead of the new academic year. Providence ended the school year with more than 100 openings, nearing the 130 they had a year ago. Cranston, East Providence and Warwick started the summer with roughly...
City of Brockton Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that the Brockton City Council will meet on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 7:00PM in the Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall, 45 School St., Brockton, MA to review the following petitions at which time all interested parties may be heard:. Petition of Young Wang, of...
Three Men Indicted in Fatal Brockton Restaurant Shooting
BROCKTON (WBSM) — Three men have been indicted on charges connected to the January shooting inside a Brockton restaurant that killed a 22-year-old. Jamal Bazile, 18, of Brockton is indicted on one count each of murder, possession of a firearm, possession of ammunition, carrying a loaded firearm and discharge of a firearm within 500 feet of a building, the Plymouth County District Attorney said.
Pawtucket resident facing multiple charges from Middletown Police after arrest
A 35-year-old Pawtucket resident was arrested by Rhode Island State Police’s Intelligence Unit, Violent Fugitive Task Force and the Middletown Police Department on August 20, 2024. Jean Nieves-Ramos was arrested at his residence and turned over to the Middletown Police Department. He had been wanted on an affidavit and...
'I'm confused': Brockton bills schools $400,000 for city's probe into school deficit
BROCKTON — Brockton Public Schools was billed more than $400,000 for the city's legal investigation into the school district's $18 million budget deficit in fiscal year 2023, school committee members said at their meeting Tuesday evening. Ward 2 Brockton School Committee member Claudio Gomes announced at the meeting that the school district received a bill from the audit firm overseeing the city's investigation, which was launched shortly after the multi-million dollar budget shortfall was brought to light...
School Superintendent Seeks Guidance for Changes
Seekonk School Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell is seeking guidance from the School Committee about grade reconfigurations for the fall of 2025. “We are unable to provide small elementary class sizes next year without making a change that would potentially impact next fall,” Kidwell said at the committee’s August 19 meeting.
New Bedford man allegedly running cocaine delivery service; drugs, firearm seized
“New Bedford, MA — Narcotics detectives have arrested a local man on drug and firearm charges. On Friday, August 16th, Det. Matthew Couture concluded his investigation into a cocaine delivery service operating out of 118 Cove St., apartment #2, with the execution of a search warrant. The target of the investigation was KOLBY McCOY, 25.
Sunny and cool today before warming trend arrives!
Fall-feel weather prevails today before the arrival of milder air just in time for the weekend. Temperatures today in the mid-70s. Cool and clear night ahead of the warming trend as tomorrow. Plenty of sunshine tomorrow with highs around 80. Mild temperatures extending through the weekend with plenty of sunshine.
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