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Nashua Police investigate stabbing of 65-year-old man
NASHUA, N.H. — Police in Nashua said they had a suspect in custody after a 65-year-old man was stabbed in the neck on Sunday. Investigators said the stabbing happened around 4 p.m. on Pleasant Street. The victim was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The names of the...
'It has lovely views': Sweet Dennis home with Swan Pond beach rights on market at $729K
What are folks hoping for when they buy a home on Cape Cod? Water views and deeded beach rights have to be high on the list. And it sure would be nice if that beach was located a few steps from the house and offered a great launching spot for an epic kayak or canoe adventure. ...
Assumption University reduces graduate school costs for future educators, effective this fall
WORCESTER — Due to a critical shortage of special educators nationwide, Assumption University will reduce tuition costs for master's degree students in special education and school counseling, beginning this fall. The goal is to make credentials in these areas more accessible, which in turn would push more students into...
A visit to the Auburn Farmers and Cultural Market
AUBURN — The Auburn Farmers and Cultural Market at the Dr. Arthur and Dr. Martha Pappas Recreation Complex at 203 Pakachoag St. runs on Thursdays from 4 to 7 p.m. and ends Aug 29. The Summer in the Park concert series, happening right at the market starting at 6 p.m. at the Riley-Pappas Performance Pavilion, will offer up a new band each week paying tribute to great artists, like the Beatles and Tom Petty, or great music of past decades like the 60's, 70's and 80's.
In PBS series, Worcester State alum Brian Skerry explores climate change in Gulf of Maine
Award-winning ocean photographer, film producer and Milford native Brian Skerry recalls scuba diving in Eastport, Maine, the most eastern city of the continental United States and often called the place where the sun rises first. "I used to go diving all the time (in Eastport). It was like walking into an aquarium...
'Biggest baby boom.' Mashpee tribe wants to reduce baby formula use, strengthen community
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal member Rachael Lovely was at home — and in labor with her second child in 2022. She decided to build a prayer fire, which would remain lit throughout her entire labor. Lovely felt certain the ancestors would hear her prayers and help her through childbirth. "I went out and prayed at the fire and offered tobacco," said Lovely. "That was my way of incorporating ceremony and tradition into the birth of my...
Rule-loosening at Brockton Fairgrounds could spark major development at 66-acre site
BROCKTON — The future of the old Fairgrounds is back in the spotlight. Starting Monday, city council will mull big changes to the rules on what can be built there. The sprawling 66-acre area is widely considered the last major undeveloped piece of the city. Before the city's school budget crisis became the talk...
Gardner will hold a public hearing on proposed horse track on Tuesday. What to know
Gardner officials plan to hold a public hearing on the proposed Bay State Racing racetrack this Tuesday, July 23, at 7:30 p.m. The public hearing will be at City Hall in the Council Chamber. Before the public hearing, there will be a City Council informal meeting between 6 and 7:30 p.m., during which Bay State Racing LLC will give a detailed presentation on the project to transform the current GAAMHA Carl E. Dahl House facility...
To Do Today: Central Square Farmers Market
Support local food producers and craftspeople with this ongoing farmers market. Crystal Yormick (COM’26) The Central Square Farmers Market is a pop-up event that’s held every Monday in the warm-weather months. Check out more than two dozen local artisans, farmers, and food producers selling an assortment of produce, baked goods, prepared meals, and other products.
100 Things To Do In Tewksbury This Week (July 22, 2024-July 28, 2024)
TEWKSBURY, MA — Below is a list of 100 things to do in Tewksbury this week…. SPOTLIGHT: Library’s Summer Outdoor Concert Series — Johnny Cash Tribute Band. The Tewksbury Public Library (300 Chandler Street) continues its summer outdoor concert series this Monday, July 22, 2024, from 6:30pm to 8pm, on its back lawn. The area’s premiere Johnny Cash tribute band, Counterfeit Cash, will perform the songs which “The Man In Black” made famous, including “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Ring of Fire,” “Hurt,” “Big River,” and many more. Bring your own chair. No registration required. Free. [Details]
Help History Cambridge pick its 2025 neighborhood
As part of History Cambridge’s mission to collect and share the stories of all Cantabrigians, we embarked in 2023 on a new way of engaging with the city’s history. From The Port to Porter Square, from Harvard to Strawberry Hill, Cambridge’s neighborhoods have evolved through the centuries but always have their own special stories to tell. So far we have highlighted two areas of the city in our Neighborhood History Centers, based in community centers, storefronts and public spaces around town.
UMass Chan communications team earns industry awards from AAMC and New England Society for Healthcare Communications
The UMass Chan Medical School Office of Communications was recognized this spring by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the New England Society for Healthcare Communications (NESHCo), the PR Club of New England and PRovoke Media for outstanding work promoting the institution. The AAMC Group on Institutional Advancement (GIA)...
20-year-old flown to Boston trauma center after crashing ATV in Walpole woods
A 20-year-old was bleeding profusely after his all-terrain vehicle crashed Friday night in Walpole, Massachusetts, but he was able to receive a transfusion in the field before he was flown by medical helicopter to a Boston trauma center, thanks to the Canton Fire Department's whole blood program. The Walpole Fire...
2nd Annual Children’s Fishing Rodeo Held at Somerville Moose Lodge
Somerville Moose Lodge Moose Legion Committee sponsored the 2nd Annual Children’s Fishing Rodeo on Saturday, June 29th at the Moose Lodge lake. Thirteen boys and girls had lots of fun with their parents as they cast their hooks for the First Fish Caught, the Biggest Fish, the Most Fish, the Smallest Fish and the Last Fish Caught in two age groups. Medallions were awarded to the winners in each category. Gift certificates and fishing tackle were given out as “door prizes.” Children, parents, and Moose volunteers were treated to burgers, hotdogs, chips, and plenty of cold water throughout the day.
Sunday's local roundup, results: Auburn, Burkett notch big Little League wins
BASEBALL Little League Auburn 11, Berlin (Md.) 10: Patrick Saucier belted a three-run double to left and scored on a double by Bryce Everson to cap a four-run rally with...
Westfield Starfires’ comeback attempt falls short against Worcester Bravehearts
WORCESTER – Max LeFrancois (Assumption) grounded a walk-off single to center field, lifting the Worcester Bravehearts to an 8-7 walk-off win over the Westfield Starfires at Fitton Field Sunday. The Worcester native’s game-winning knock helped the Bravehearts stave off a late Starfire comeback and snapped the ‘Hearts’ five-game losing...
Widow Cliquot: Film and Discussion at West Newton Cinema – July 25
Do you get your kicks from champagne? And from movies about kick-ass women? Well, here you go–another wonderful film and film discussion event with our reviving West Newton Cinema which I always have to double-check that I haven’t written “Weston” Newton Cinema. As of yet, we have not tried to annex West Newton but really it’s a pretty good idea considering the alliteration.
Nashua Swim and Tennis Riptide wins 59th annual Milford Rotary Invitational
MILFORD, N.H. — The 59th annual Milford Rotary Invitational Swim Meet took place Saturday and Sunday at Keyes Park in Milford. Over the course of two days, 462 swimmers competed, with more than 86 events, and 15 teams. Nashua Swim and Tennis Riptide won the Division One title, Granite...
Southwick’s Zoo Announces New Residents!
Southwick’s Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of its newest residents – a lively troupe of spider monkeys! Visitors are invited to come and meet these fascinating primates, who are now swinging into action in their new habitat at the zoo. Native to the rainforests of South...
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