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Lottery player wins $1 million Powerball prize but immediately lost $240,000 when she got her cash
A LUCKY lottery player has won a million dollars after matching five Powerball numbers. After paying federal taxes on the winning, the Massachusetts local will lose over $240,000 of her prize money. The winning ticket was purchased in Massachusetts for the July 10 drawing that featured a $39.9 million jackpot.
Free Roller Skating Rink Open All Summer Long In Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — A free, outdoor pop-up roller skating rink is open for the summer in Cambridge's Kendall Square. Rollerama at Kendall Common was put together by MIT's real estate group, and it's part of an initiative to bring the community to the newly-acquired space on the corner of Broadway and Third Street.
Wachusett Watershed Sensory Trail & Events
The MA Dept. of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Division of Water Supply Protection (DWSP) announces new installation of a Sensory Trail along a short stretch of the Mass Central Rail Trail-Sterling Spur. The Sensory Trail will provide experiences to engage and immerse people in a multi-sensory connection to nature. The...
Boston Medical Center Wins 2024 FM Excellence Award
Summary: Boston Medical Center Health System won the 2024 FM Excellence Award from ASHE for converting a 1960s nursing home into the Brockton Behavioral Health Center, a state-of-the-art, net-zero energy ready facility. This project emphasizes mental health, sustainability, and innovative design, benefiting the Brockton and greater Boston communities. Key Takeaways:
Southern Italian, Sicilian restaurant opens new location north of Boston
[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.]. A restaurant west of Boston that is known for its southern Italian and Sicilian fare has expanded to a new location north of the city. According to an Instagram post, Brelundi in Waltham has its grand opening and ribbon cutting in Tewksbury...
Twilight on the Tavern Lawn presents the Everly Set
PUTNEY, Vt. – Twilight Music continues its 21st Twilight on the Tavern Lawn series of bluegrass, folk/rock, world beat, jazz, pop, and Zydeco summer concerts on Sunday, July 21, with an evening of the hits and harmonies of Phil and Don Everly performed by Sean Altman and Jack Skuller.
Hot summer trend: Swimming pool rentals making a splash in Central Mass.
Over the last several years, it's become increasingly popular to rent someone else's home using websites like Vrbo and AirBnb. Now there's a new trend taking Central Massachusetts by storm: Pool rentals. Swimply is similar to other rental sites. But instead of vacation homes, rooms or experiences, Swimply allows users to rent swimming...
'People want to come and play for the Worcester Bravehearts': Plenty of future stars find success with local team
WORCESTER —– The Worcester Bravehearts have been perennial playoff participants since they made their diamond debut in 2014. The Futures League summer baseball entry qualified for postseason play in nine of its first 10 seasons and is once again in contention for a playoff berth this summer. Chalk it up to a roster...
4K Restored SEVEN SAMURAI To Screen At Park Theatre
The film has been called a masterpiece by so many, it's hard to keep count. For it's 50th Anniversary, SEVEN SAMURAI has been completely restored in 4K for the first time. It will be screened only once at Jaffrey's Park Theatre on Friday, July 26 at 6:30 pm. The film will be presented on the theatre's giant screen in the Eppes Auditorium.
Avant Vermont Dance tours magical story ballet, ‘Thumbelina’
Saturday, July 20 at 11 a.m. —WHITE RIVER JUNCTION —Audiences of all ages will delight in “Thumbelina,” an original story ballet from Avant Vermont Dance, touring southeastern Vermont this July. An adventurous tale of a tiny girl who meets a cast of animals on her way...
Nosh Hampshire: New kosher cafe brings NY-style bagels to Granite State
Rabbi Berel Slavaticki is used to answering questions about faith, forgiveness and spirituality. He also hears a lot of queries about food. “People said, ‘I can't get a good bagel around here, I can't get a good falafel.’ So we said, you know, let's try to put something together,” the rabbi said.
Thunderstorms leave minor damage after passing over New Hampshire, Maine
CONWAY, NEW HAMPSHIRE (WGME) -- Severe weather made its way across Maine and New Hampshire Wednesday, and many areas were hit with heavy rains and wind. There were not many damage reports from the storm system, but for a few people the heavy rain left behind some destruction. “It was...
Loon Census to be held Saturday (you can help), followed by a Loon Festival
New Hampshire’s iconic waterfowl will be celebrated and studied Saturday, as the Loon Preservation Committee conducts an annual census on lakes across the state, then hosts its 45th annual Loon Festival in Moultonborough. “The Loon Census is a valuable part of our annual data collection,” said LPC biologist Caroline...
USDA Pumps $10.6 Million into NH's Rural Economies
While visiting Candia today, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres-Small announced NH is recieiving $10,607,909 in funding through a mix of USDA Rural Development programs. She was meeting with U.S. Representative Chris Pappas at the Candia First Stoppe—a USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) customer—to take part in a clean-energy roundtable with stakeholders and other program beneficiaries.
Allegiant Air to add direct flight from New Hampshire to Florida this fall
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Allegiant Air is adding another flight from New Hampshire to Florida. Starting in November, Granite Staters will be able to fly non-stop from Portsmouth to Sarasota, Florida. It is part of Allegiant Air's move to connect more small-market airports.
With Sununu’s backing, foster children are closer to getting parents’ Social Security payments
The state is a step closer to returning parents’ Social Security payments to kids when they leave foster care, with Gov. Chris Sununu’s signature on House Bill 1598. Though, it will take more legislation before kids see the money. Dawson Hayes, who will be a Concord High junior...
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