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Housing Prices Lead to National Tenant Organizing
Five groups have formed a Tenant Union Federation to link tenant organizing efforts across the country. The founding groups are in Kansas City, Louisville, Chicago, Connecticut, and Bozeman, Mont. The groups have backed local policy shifts and called for a national cap on rent increases, something President Joe Biden and...
Connecticut Garden Journal: It's hot and muggy...and the melons are eating it up
The hot, wet summer has been particularly good for growing melons. Cantaloups, honeydews and watermelons all seem to be enjoying the heat and humidity, more than I am. Once the melon fruits form and start to grow big, the question always comes up about when to harvest the fruits. So, let's talk about harvesting melons.
Hurricane Ernesto is Gaining Strength: How Will It Affect Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Until recently, New England rarely had to worry about tropical storms and hurricanes. Over the last few years, we have seen that change, though. In September 2023, we had to deal with a pair of back-to-back storms. While those storms had lost much of their strength by the time they reached New England, they did hit us within days of each other. And after dealing with Debby last weekend, we are getting ready to deal with Ernesto this weekend.
Liberty vs. Sun: Affordable WNBA Tickets for August 24 Showdown
The Liberty and Sun meet for the final time this season, potentially previewing a championship showdown. Both teams are currently at the top of the WNBA standings and are vying for playoff positioning. The Sun recently bolstered their roster by acquiring Marina Mabrey while the Liberty seek redemption after last year's finals loss. Historically, the Liberty have dominated the matchup, winning all three games this season. This crucial game takes place on August 24 in Brooklyn.
Increased capacity at new food bank location
CHICOPEE — With the increased capacity of its new location on 25 Carew St. in Chicopee, the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts is better able to confront the 44% increase in food insecurity brought on by inflation and the end of coronavirus pandemic-era funds, according to Executive Director Andrew Morehouse.
Trucking company owner pleads guilty to falsifying logs in fatal motorcycle crash
A former co-owner of now-defunct Westfield Transport of West Springfield, Massachusetts, has pleaded guilty in federal court to falsifying driving logs in connection with a June 2019 collision involving one of the company’s vehicles. Seven motorcyclists died in the accident in Randolph, New Hampshire. Dunyadar “Damien” Gasanov, 39, of...
96th annual Westfield Fair set to begin
WESTFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The 96th annual Westfield Fair is kicking off on Friday!. The Westfield Fair takes place on Russellville Road each August during the 3rd weekend from Friday to Sunday. The family-fun event features agricultural and livestock exhibits, motorized competitions, live entertainment, music, food, and rides. There will...
Card skimmer found in New London grocery store
NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — New London police say they discovered a card skimming device at NSA Supermarket this week. Police said the device was found as they were doing a round of skimming-inspections at some retail locations in the city. The grocery store is located at 332 S. Frontage Rd. Customers are advised to […]
Patriots'Power Surge Sinks Hartford In Third Straight Road Win
HARTFORD, CT - The Somerset Patriots won their third straight game, defeating the Hartford Yard Goats 9-3 on Thursday night in game three of a six-game series at Dunkin’ Donuts Park The Patriots have homered in 14 of their last 15 games and eight times in their last three games. Somerset has won three straight games for the third time since the start of the second half on 6/25.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER RHP Zach Messinger (5.2 IP, 3 R, 6 H, 1 BB, 6 K) earned his third consecutive win. Over his last...
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