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Encore generates $60 million+ with solid month of gaming revenues
Encore Boston Harbor Casino and Hotel generated slightly north of $60 million in June, the third consecutive month that came in approximately at $60 million. The casino megalith had been heading into the economic stratosphere before that with a $70 million month and a series of months near to that before calming down just a bit.
Massport greenlights development at former Edison plant
The plans call for 636 housing units, 1.7 square feet of office space, and retail space. The development of the 15.2-acre former Edison Power Station at 776 Summer St. in South Boston cleared another hurdle in June. That’s when the Massachusetts Port Authority agreed to change deed restrictions on the property in exchange for $12 million from the redeveloper, greenlighting the project.
With new $3 million grant, Boston wants to diversify public art
The grant will fund temporary public art installations, free public events at "The Embrace," and interactive arts experiences through a multi-year program. Public art in downtown Boston appears to tell one story: George Washington greets visitors in the Public Garden, four-term Mayor Kevin White walks alongside crowds at Faneuil Hall, and James Michael Curley stands a short distance away.
Serious crash involving pedestrian in Bedford, police say
Police have responded to a serious crash involving a pedestrian in Bedford, Massachusetts, Saturday evening. Bedford Police Chief John Fisher says the crash occurred around 4 p.m. at the 400 block of Concord Road. The roadway was closed for a couple of hours following the crash but has since reopened,...
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...
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.
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.
Seasonable midsummer weekend ahead for Southern New England
A beautiful midsummer weekend is ahead for Southern New England with seasonable temperatures. Highs will reach the low to mid-80s on Saturday with a partly sunny sky. A weak area of low pressure passes south of New England on Sunday and could bring clouds and an isolated shower towards the south coast early Sunday morning.
State champions Dennis-Yarmouth 10U Baseball heads to New England Regional Tournament
The undefeated state champions Dennis-Yarmouth 10U All-Star baseball team will represent eastern Mass. against the region’s best at the Cal Ripken New England 10U Regional Tournament in Windham, New Hampshire. The tournament takes place July 20-25, while first pitch for Dennis-Yarmouth is Saturday at Griffin Park in the first of three games pool play games. Dennis-Yarmouth will face New Hampshire (Keene) and Connecticut (New Canaan) and Maine (Noble) across two days. ...
Suspect in 2023 Lynn double homicide arrested in Londonderry
LONDONDERRY — A suspect wanted in connection with a double homicide in Lynn, Massachusetts, last year was arrested Thursday afternoon in Londonderry, local authorities said. Justin Alba, 25, of Lynn, was taken into custody around 2:45 p.m. following a traffic stop at the intersection of Forest Street and Moore Road.
Ambulance rolls over on Interstate 95 north in Pawtucket
(WJAR) — An ambulance has rolled over on Interstate 95 north near School Street in Pawtucket. According to Rhode Island State Police, the crash occurred at around 8 p.m. State police said a private ambulance service van was side-swiped by another vehicle, lost control, and rolled over on the grass.
Law Enforcement Issues Reminder On Dangers Of Xylazine
WOBURN, MA — Law Enforcement in Middlesex County, specifically in Greater Lowell, have seen several overdoses of suspected Xylazine in recent weeks. Xylazine is a commonly used drug for veterinarians and zookeepers. It is an animal tranquilizer and can be extremely dangerous, especially when used with opioids. Because Xylazine...
License Law Changes For Mass. Residents Over 75
Are older drivers responsible for more motor vehicle crashes in Massachusetts? The state of Massachusetts says no. Statistics tell us that the crash rate for older drivers is relatively low due to the fact that most older drivers tend to self-regulate by taking simple but important precautions. -mass.gov. I bet...
First look: Drake Maye and Ja'Lynn Polk arrive at Patriots training camp
New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye and wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk are officially in the building for the team’s 2024 training camp. Rookies were required to report on Friday, while veterans won’t have to report until next Tuesday. The first day of training begins for the Patriots on Wednesday, July 24.
You May Be Breaking Some of These Massachusetts Laws Without Knowing It
Massachusetts seems to have a law for everything and while it makes sense for some things others are just strange. As we all know the 4th of July recently passed and Massachusetts is the only state that has a law against consumer fireworks including buying, selling, and using. Some folks agree with this law while others think it's complete nonsense. In addition, this law doesn't seem to be enforced in Massachusetts at least not in my area. So, why even have the law if it's not being enforced? Either way, the law is the law.
“Significant Part” Of Massachusetts Offshore Wind Blade Drops Into Atlantic
The multi-day clean energy project failure south of the islands is worsening, with developers at Vineyard Wind reporting Thursday that a “significant part” of a huge, damaged and dangling wind blade has detached and dropped into the Atlantic Ocean. “This morning, a significant part of the remaining GE...
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