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Consortium building new SNF to combat state’s rising hospital diversions
A new $70 million skilled nursing facility takes aim squarely at alleviating the type of hospital patient discharge backlogs that have increasingly plagued healthcare providers across the US. Limited short-term rehabilitation beds in skilled nursing facilities have led to long delays for patients who are healthy enough to leave a...
Texas man sentenced to time served after transporting approximately 30 kilos of cocaine to Massachusetts in nationwide conspiracy
BOSTON – A Dallas man was sentenced today in federal court in Worcester for his role in a nationwide large-scale cocaine trafficking conspiracy. According to the Massachusetts Department of Justice, 39-year-old Javier Robledo Perez was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Margaret R. Guzman to 49 1/2 months in prison (time-served), followed by two years of supervised release. In April 2024, Perez pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine and possession with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine.
New England Native Keegan Bradley Named Ryder Cup Captain
Keegan Bradley will return to the Ryder Cup after all. Bradley on Monday was named the captain of the United States Ryder Cup team for the 45th Ryder Cup, which will be played at Bethpage Black (Farmingdale, N.Y.) in Sept. 2025. Bradley, a Vermont native who graduated from Hopkinton (Mass.)...
Massachusetts woman turns $5 into $1 million State Lottery prize; here is how she plans to spend it
A Massachusetts woman is a little richer after recently hitting big money on a scratch ticket. According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, Nancy Diamond of Salem is the winner of a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$1,000,000 Stacks of Cash” $5 instant ticket game.
Healey-Driscoll Administration Marks 10th Anniversary of Summer Nights Youth Program in Massachusetts
The Healey-Driscoll Administration is celebrating the 10th year of the Summer Nights Program, which has reached a decade of providing youth with recreational opportunities during the warmer months. According to a press release from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the program's festivities commenced at Ryan Playground in Mattapan, with notable figures like Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and the Boston Mayor Michelle Wu in attendance.
Long term care bill considered in Massachusetts Senate
Almost eight months after the Massachusetts House of Representatives' passage of a bill to quote "improve quality and oversight of long-term care," the State Senate says they expect to pass their version before the end of the session.
Next ‘Climate Action’ webinar will focus on funding, geothermal projects
On July 23, the fifth session of the MMA’s “Inspiring Climate Action” webinar series will review funding and financial incentives available for geothermal projects through the federal Inflation Reduction Act. Massachusetts Deputy Climate Chief Jonathan Schrag will discuss incentives and tax credits available to municipalities, including how...
Bob’s Stores to Close All 21 Remaining Locations After 70 Years in Business
Meriden, Conn. — Bob’s Stores is closing all locations and liquidating its inventory as part of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring petition filed on June 18. The Meriden-based clothing retailer, which is a subsidiary of GoDigital Media Group, was unable to secure the financing needed to maintain operations.
Crumbl’s new mini cookies are permanent fixture on menu
Crumbl is offering miniature versions of its cookies on its menu permanently. Starting Monday, July 8, Crumbl will offer their new Minis full-time for customers at participating locations, including stores in Massachusetts. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
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