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Police investigating serious crash involving pedestrian in Bedford
Police are investigating a serious crash involving a pedestrian in Bedford on Saturday. Bedford Police Chief John Fisher says the pedestrian crash happened around 4:00 p.m. on Concord Road. Concord Road was closed for around two and a half hours before reopening around 6:30 p.m. There was no immediate word on the condition of the pedestrian.
Group gathers in Stoughton, calling for justice for Sandra Birchmore
A group of people gathered in downtown Stoughton, Massachusetts, on Saturday, demanding justice for Sandra Birchmore. Birchmore was three months pregnant when she was found dead in her Canton apartment in 2021. Her death was ruled a suicide at the time. Last month, however, the Boston Globe reported that Birchmore's family had hired a prominent pathologist who concluded her death was a homicide, not a suicide, prompting a number of new developments in the case.
No injuries reported after fire in Cambridge home
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Firefighters in Cambridge worked quickly to put out a house fire on Saturday. Flames broke out inside the multi-family home on Cottage Park Ave in North Cambridge. No one was hurt. The cause was under investigation.
New Hampshire Car and Motorcycle Show Benefits Local Veterans
Nam Knights of America is an American military veteran and law enforcement motorcycle club, and they have a chapter right here in Seacoast New Hampshire. The group meets up all over our great state for camaraderie and community service. They help veterans who are on fixed incomes pay their bills, they lead hunting and fishing trips for disabled veterans, and any profits made from the events are 100% given back to the community.
Lawrence, Massachusetts, DCR swimming pool closed amid lifeguard shortage
LAWRENCE, Mass. — The Department of Conservation and Recreation has closed a Massachusetts pool for the summer amid ongoing staffing issues, the state agency said. The Lt. Colonel Edward J. Higgins swimming pool on Crawford Street in the city of Lawrence was closed on Saturday and will remain closed until further notice.
New Hampshire Gov. Sununu signs bill banning transgender girls from girls' sports
The bill passed by the Republican-led Legislature would require schools to designate all teams as either girls, boys or coed, with eligibility determined based on students’ birth certificates “or other evidence.”
New Hampshire sees touch-down of EF-1 tornado, NWS says
LYME, New Hampshire — A tornado touchdown was confirmed on the evening of July 16 in New Hampshire. The National Weather Service (NWS) station in Gray issued a report stating an EF-1 tornado touched down in the town of Lyme at about 7:29 p.m. It lasted until about 7:36 p.m.
A portfolio of Northeast hydropower assets totaling 10.7 MW is now for sale
London Economics International LLC (LEI), a global consulting firm, announced it is assisting a small hydropower owner with the sale of a portfolio of 7 hydroelectric stations that are geographically coordinated within New York and New Hampshire. The portfolio has a total capacity of 10.7 MW and collectively produces approximately...
Fallen New Hampshire Air National Guard commander honored at Pease Air National Guard Base
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — A procession and motorcade took place at Pease Air National Guard Base on Friday for Brig. Gen. John Pogorek. Around 500 to 1000 people paid their respects to the commander and his family. Pogorek was killed in a hit-and-run on Monday, July 8, on Crown Point...
1 dead, 2 injured after shooting in Lowell temple parking lot
LOWELL - A man was shot and killed after an altercation in the parking lot of a temple in Lowell Saturday morning, the Middlesex District Attorney said. Two other people were injured. Police responded to reports of a shooting in the parking lot of ISSO Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Temple on Middlesex Street at about 4:53 a.m. Police found three victims suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. A 43-year-old Lowell man was taken to a hospital and pronounced dead. A 34-year-old man remains hospitalized. A 26-year-old woman suffered minor injuries. Investigators say the group was gathered in the parking lot of the temple when a fight broke out. There is no information that the gathering was related to the temple. No arrests have been made. The shooting is under investigation by the Middlesex District Attorney's Office and the Lowell Police Department.
Guide to vote in state primary in Tewksbury
TEWKSBURY — The state primary is creeping closer by the day, and Tewksbury has just released a guide offering different options for those who wish to vote. The primary takes place on Sept. 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The deadline to register to vote in time for this election, or change parties, is on Saturday, Aug. 24.
Couple seek decision on possible second dwelling unit on property
TEWKSBURY — The Tewksbury Zoning Board of Appeals met on June 27, 2024 with members Nancy Rego, Daniel Teixeira, and Robert Dugan. The Zoning Board of Appeals reviews and approves applications for variances from the town’s zoning bylaw under Chapter 40A of the Massachusetts General Laws. The board also hears appeals related to decisions on permits and enforcement action made by the town building department.
Planning Board Addresses Signage Regulations & Menu Board Proposals
The Planning Board met last night with all members present. There were no committee reports. In her Town Planner’s report, Community/Economic Development Planner Alexandra Lowder advised the board that the 792 Main Street applicant for Site Plan Review, Land Disturbance Permit, and Sign Special Permit has requested continuance to the next Planning Board Meeting, August 19th. Jonathan Ciampa will not be present for the August 19th meeting as he will be visiting his new grandson. Congratulations Jon!
Wilmington Police Department To Host 1st Annual Golf Tournament On September 30, Will Benefit ‘Cops For Kids With Cancer’
WILMINGTON, MA — The NEPBA Local 1 Patrolman’s Union is pleased to announce its first annual Charity Golf Classic on Monday, September 30, 2024 at Four Oaks Country Club in Dracut. This event is open to all community members, golfers, and non-golfers. Family members and friends are invited...
Select Board takes no action on building reuse com.
WILMINGTON — The Select Board discussed a new plan for the reuse of town buildings at their July 15 meeting, beginning with a memo from Town Manager Eric Slagle to the board. Slagle created this memo to answer questions regarding the reuse of town buildings that would soon become...
WILMINGTON POLICE LOG for July 18, 2024
WILMINGTON, MA — Below are highlights from the Wilmington Police Log from Thursday, July 18, 2024:. A Windsor Place employee reported a window of a work van was smashed over the weekend. Police responded. Damage was possibly as a result of the storm. No entry was gained. (9:27am) A...
Former Manchester business owner sentenced for distributing fentanyl and crack cocaine, DOJ says
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A Manchester man will spend four years in prison after he pleaded guilty to selling fentanyl and crack cocaine. The U.S. Attorney's Office said Walter Velez, 41, sold the drugs at his business, Velez Alignment and Auto Services, on 416 Lake Avenue. According to court documents,...
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