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Override failure has Franklin educators concerned going into 2024-25 school year
FRANKLIN — Educators are entering the new school year with a sense of trepidation after last month's failed override vote initially led to the slashing of 37 positions, including educators, administrators and other non-union personnel. In an interview with the Daily News, Franklin Education Association President Donna Grady said...
Brockton home on Byron Avenue sells for $675K; West Bridgewater home sells for $899K
BROCKTON − A new home on Byron Avenue sold for $675,000. This "outstanding" New England Colonial boasts four bedrooms and three full baths and is located on a "quiet residential side street," according to the real estate listing. This property was sold by Richard Costa, Century 21 North East and Eagle Diversified LLC. A home on Metacomet Road that sold for $899,000 is located in "West Bridgewater’s newest luxury community," according to the real estate listing....
NHL Rumours: Boston Bruins Goalie Contract Update
It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. The frenzy of the first day of free agency has come and go. However, there’s still plenty of rumours to sort through. Many of the major players are off the board, but there’s still many players left to sign. Summer time also usually means the focus shifts to restricted free agents. The Boston Bruins have one big-time RFA they need to sign. This edition of NHL rumours looks at what to expect in contract talks with one of their goalies.
Taunton Police Investigate Stabbing on Paul Bunker Drive
TAUNTON (WBSM) — Taunton Police are investigating after multiple people were stabbed Tuesday afternoon. At approximately 1:20 p.m., Taunton Police responded to Paul Bunker Drive for a report of a stabbing. Officers arrived to find a 19-year-old Taunton man and two 21-year-old Taunton men suffering from stab and slash...
Newest Bruins Signing Already Turning Himself into a Fan Favorite
Nikita Zadorov has yet to step on the ice for the Boston Bruins, but he has already begun endearing himself to the Bruins fanbase. Zadorov's physical style of play is tailor-made for the fanbase, but he has already made his mark by being a quote machine during only the first few hours of his Bruins tenure.
$25 Million 'Premiere' Mass Estate Hits Market - See Inside
The estate at 280 Warren Street, located in the Norfolk County town of Brookline, is a "premiere estate" that presents a “unique opportunity,” its listing states. The six-bedroom, eight-bathroom home has been “meticulously renovated” and features 9,480 square feet of living space. In total, the home...
Police on the lookout for missing bull in Roslindale
Boston Police are searching for a loose bull in Roslindale. Authorities first got the reports of the rogue animal more than a week ago, but the city’s animal control still hasn’t found it. GBH’s All Things Considered host Arun Rath spoke with Craig LeMoult for the latest on...
Former Bruins Forward Traded to Rangers
Throughout this past season, former Boston Bruins forward Reilly Smith was one of the most-talked-about names in the rumor mill. While the Pittsburgh Penguins did not trade him during the season, they now have. The Penguins have traded Smith to the New York Rangers in exchange for a 2027 second-round pick and a 2025 fifth-round pick. The Penguins will also retain 25% of Smith's salary, so he will have a $3.75 million cap hit for the Rangers. The Rangers were looking for another middle-six winger, and they now have gotten just that in Smith. He has the potential to be...
New Bedford Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Announces Opening Date
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — New Bedford’s newest discount story now has its opening date. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet has announced it will open for business on Wednesday, July 31. The store will be open from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. The store is located in the Fieldstone Marketplace...
ParkARTS Neighborhood Concerts return July 8
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the launch of the 2024 ParkARTS Citywide Neighborhood Concert Series, which will offer first-rate musical entertainment in local parks from July 8 through August 7. The ParkARTS outdoor neighborhood summer concerts are presented in City of Boston parks and made possible by...
Phantom Gourmet keeps “Kool” at local eatery
A phantom presence recently made itself known at Kool Kone. However, it wasn’t a ghost or an apparition — it was a food critic. On Tuesday, July 2, Phantom Gourmet host Dan Andelman pulled up a chair at Kool Kone – along with an entire video crew. The Phantom Gourmet is a show that reviews restaurants around Massachusetts.
A variety of lemonade served up by Marion kids
It’s officially summer time, and that means backyard cookouts, sandy beaches — and that classic childhood experience, lemonade stands. Marion residents Ruben Garcia, 11, and Gabriel Kirby, 12, set up their stand at the corner of Country Road and Route 105 the afternoon of Tuesday, July 2. “I...
Emerson faculty, staff, and students left in the dark following news of impending layoffs
Faculty say there is no information on the extent of the problem, casting a shadow on summer vacation. Some Emerson faculty, staff and students are saying there’s a dark cloud over their campus this summer, following an announcement of impending layoffs and budget cuts that failed to disclose specific details.
‘Dead Whisper’ film, co-written by former Hingham resident, coming to Loring Hall Theatre this month
“Dead Whisper” – based on the screenplay co-written by former Hingham resident Colin Charles Dale and Conor Soucy –- will play at Patriot Cinemas’ Loring Hall Theatre July 11 and 12 at 9 p.m. The film tells the chilling story of Elliot Campbell, a Cape Cod...
Record caps comeback: Meet the 2023-24 Girls Track Athlete the Year and Super Team
There were some top performances among SouthCoast female runners during the indoor track season at the various conference championships as well as the divisional meets and Meet of Champions. Here's a look at The Standard-Times' top girls track and field athletes from the 2023-24 season: GIRLS INDOOR TRACK RUNNER OF THE YEAR ...
Driver transported to trauma center in serious condition after crash on Route 140
A drive was rushed to a local hospital after an early morning crash. According to the department, the Lakeville Fire Department was sent to Route 140 for a vehicle off the road at 12:15 a.m. Tuesday morning. Responders arrived to find a heavily damaged vehicle off the road and into...
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