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Boston Officer Guilty Of Overtime Fraud Scheme Avoids Jail But Must Pay Back Thousands
The sixth Boston police officer convicted in a long-running overtime fraud scheme that swindled thousands of dollars from taxpayers must repay more than $16,000 but won't serve jail time, authorities announced. Michael Murphy, 64, of Hyde Park, was sentenced to two years of probation and must …
TV news veteran to take the reins at Boston 25 News amid concerns about staffing, viewership
Scott Isaacs is Boston 25's new news director, coming off a seven-year stint in the same role at NBC 10 WJAR in Providence. There’s a new sheriff in town at Boston 25 News. TV news veteran Scott Isaacs is joining the station as news director after a seven-year stint in the same role at NBC 10 WJAR in Providence, he announced last week.
Boston While Black is showing off — and building — the city's vibrant Black culture
Boston While Black connects the city’s Black professionals, entrepreneurs and students with networking opportunities, cultural events, and resources as they navigate through the city and build their lives and careers. On July 20th, Boston While Black hosted their fourth annual Family Reunion event at the Seaport’s Lawn on D....
Mayor Wu opens up about pregnancy and family life
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced Monday that she and her husband are expecting their third child — a baby girl — in January. This may be a new experience for the city, but not for Wu. Both of her sons — ages 9 and 7 — were born while she served as a city councilor. Wu said the pregnancy doesn't impact her plans to run for reelection.
Four-bedroom home sells for $850,000 in Amherst
A 3,106-square-foot house built in 1965 has changed hands. The spacious property located at 100 Lincoln Avenue in Amherst was sold on July 2, 2024, for $850,000, or $274 per square foot. This two-story house offers a spacious layout with four bedrooms and four bathrooms. On the exterior, the home features a gambrel roof design constructed with asphalt roofing. The property encompasses a generous 0.3-acre of land.
Hopkinton police sgt. fired for not reporting rape accusation becomes Milford officer
A former Hopkinton police sergeant who was fired for not reporting rape allegations against the department’s former deputy chief was sworn in as a police officer in Milford on Monday, according to Milford police. After an emotional public hearing and several hours of painstaking decision-making this spring, the Hopkinton...
‘A lot of possibility is encoded here’
One in an occasional series exploring the history and architecture of Clark’s buildings. “Beck House is emblematic of the kind of community and small-group interaction that is a hallmark of Clark.”. Ravi Sharma, professor and chair of the Philosophy Department, is describing the department’s home at the corner of...
'We're just very excited': Special send-off held for Worcester Olympians Stephen Nedoroscik and Aaron Ortiz
HOLDEN, Mass. – Parents of Olympic gymnast and Worcester native Stephen Nedoroscik knew he was always a special athlete. It's why his dad bought him his own pommel horse when he was a kid. Excitement for the Nedoroscik family hit its peak when his name was first announced for...
Bill expanding free community college awaiting Healey’s signature
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Free community college for all Bay State residents is awaiting final action by Governor Maura Healey. The bill is sitting on her desk after receiving final legislative approval last week. “We just see this as such a powerful and successful program, and we intend to double...
Three turtles found entangled — and set free — off Cape Cod in five days
This six-foot-long, 400-pound turtle was found entangled in Cape Cod Bay. Three sea turtles have been found entangled off of Cape Cod in the span of just five days. Most recently, rescue teams from the New England Aquarium, the Center for Coastal Studies and the Barnstable harbormaster’s office came together to disentangle a six-foot-long, 400-pound leatherback.
Qdoba named best fast-casual chain by USA Today: Here's how many are in Mass.
Fast casual diners have spoken, and they love being able to grab a quick burrito bowl or tray of tacos from Qdoba. For the sixth year in a row, the chain was named the best fast-casual restaurant in the country by USA Today. “We couldn’t have done it without you,”...
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