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7-Year-Old From Massachusetts is a Finalist in National Mullet Competition
Now this is a contest I can support. Mullets are making a comeback, whether you like it or not. Today, a "modern mullet" is a very popular hairstyle with boys and men of all ages. A "modern mullet" is simply a mullet with not as much hair hanging on to...
10 Ineligible Items For Mass. Tax Free Weekend Aug. 10 & 11
Tax free weekend is Massachusetts is a great way to save money. Tax free weekend is coming up soon and will be held on Aug. 10 and 11. Lots of people wait to purchase those bigger items so they can save the most they can on state tax. August 10...
Big Lots closing Massachusetts store amid nationwide closures, bankruptcy speculation
Big Lots, a home goods discount retailer, announced plans to close 35 to 40 stores across the country by the end of the year — including at least one in Massachusetts, federal filings show. The Massachusetts location facing closure is Dennis Port’s 400 Main St. store on Cape Cod,...
Cyanobacteria closes Silver Lake Beach
GRAFTON – Silver Lake Beach had to be closed on Thursday, July 25, due to the presence of cyanobacteria in the water. According to the Recreation Department, “When the beach staff arrived Thursday morning for their usual job duties, a visual inspection of the water indicated potential cyanobacteria blooms in the water. Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, can be harmful to bathers and animals who go into the beach.
Cruz Construction v. Beacon Communities in breach of implied contract suit
Yawu Miller is the former senior editor of the Bay State Banner. He has written for the Banner since 1988.... VIEW BIO. As their work on the 72-unit Camden Street housing development was drawing to a close in 2019, Cruz Construction staff were knee deep in pre-construction work on the larger 285-unit Lenox apartments.
Boston Bruins Eyes Trading for Kings’ Kaliyev to Bolster Wing Depth
The Boston Bruins are considering adding another winger to their roster before the season begins, following the departure of several wingers from last season. One potential trade target that could offer depth on the wing for the Bruins is Los Angeles Kings forward Arthur Kaliyev, who requested a trade. Despite a rough season in 2023-24, Kaliyev's past success and young age make him an appealing option for the Bruins. With a history of helping players excel, the Bruins could provide the environment for Kaliyev to revitalize his career.
Top Red Sox Prospect Reportedly Dealing With Injury, Misses Another Game
The Portland Sea Dogs will be without Boston Red Sox top prospect Marcelo Mayer for another game. The shortstop is currently day-to-day with pectoral soreness, as reported by SoxProspects.com’s Chris Hatfield on Wednesday. Wednesday marked the second straight missed game for Mayer, who was also out Tuesday. This is...
Local hockey player drafted by Boston Bruins
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Bellows Falls native Elliot Groenewold, a local student athlete and son of David and Suzanne Groenewold of Springfield, was recently drafted by the Boston Bruins in the fourth round of the 2024 National Hockey League (NHL) draft. Groenewold is a left-handed-shooting defenseman. “Elliot has always...
Readers tell us where to go (for ice cream, that is): Here are the results of our poll
National Ice Cream Day came and went last Sunday, but it's been a summer that has called for ice cream every day, given how hot and humid it's been. So we asked our loyal readers to tell us where to get their favorite scoop of chocolate, vanilla or rocky road, and you did not disappoint. Over 6,000 votes were cast in our online poll last week, and the winner is ... ...
The road takes Grace Potter to Indian Ranch to 'share the love'
Three-time Grammy-nominated rock 'n' roll songwriter, vocalist and instrumentalist Grace Potter is back living in her native state of Vermont after being in California, and has a number of upcoming New England tour dates including a visit to Indian Ranch in Webster on August 4. "There's something about the energy of New...
2 Men Guilty Of Raping Woman At Hotel Party In Everett
A Middlesex County jury convicted two men for the rape of a woman at a party at a Everett hotel in 2020, authorities said on Thursday, July 25. William Gomez-Rojas, 31, of Chelsea was found guilty of one count of rape and one count of aggravated rape, and Jose Morales Jr., 36, of Malden, was f…
Assumption University Named to Money Magazine’s 2024 Best Colleges in America List
Money Magazine has named Assumption University to its 2024 list of Best Colleges in America. The magazine has also awarded Assumption a four out of five star rating in their criteria, which analyzed and compared over 700 four-year colleges on their quality of education, affordability, and outcomes for graduates in order to compile this year’s list.
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