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Weekly headlines with Wareham Media, July 25
Wareham Week has partnered with Wareham Media to create a short weekly show touching on some of the previous week’s top stories and introducing the public to the faces behind Wareham Week. In this week’s episode, editor Liam Mayo discusses First Responders Night with the Gatemen, changes in the...
Taunton Man Faces Fentanyl Charges Following Route 24 Traffic Stop
MIDDLEBORO (WBSM) — A traffic stop in Middleboro led to the arrest of a Taunton man for alleged drug activity. A state trooper patrolling Route 24 southbound in Raynham the morning of July 10 saw the driver of a black Nissan using his cell phone while driving, which led to a traffic stop.
These Massachusetts legislators are boycotting Netanyahu’s speech to Congress
The Israeli prime minister is slated to address a Congress deeply divided over his leadership on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting Washington this week amid deepening tensions between the two ally nation’s leadership teams, and during a period of political flux in the United States. At...
Local organizations help food pantry fight hunger
MIDDLEBORO — During the peak of summer, the Sacred Heart Food Pantry reminds the community that “hunger never takes a summer vacation.”. The Food Pantry, which serves an average of 345 households per month, relies on donations from local businesses to help carry out its mission. A few...
A look at Cordage Park in Plymouth: A 40R District
In light of Fairhaven’s upcoming public hearing to create a 40R overlay district (see legal notice on page 21), the Neighb News traveled to Plymouth, to take a look at Cordage Park, an approximately 55-acre district on the waterfront in North Plymouth at the site of a former rope factory, the Plymouth Cordage Company. The project is largely considered a success in the overall 40R story in Massachusetts. The area was run down with a lot of empty buildings, but now is an active space with residences and businesses.
Fall River Eats: Food Truck Friday at Sen. Thomas Norton City Pier; hot dog winner crowned
Not sure where to grab a bite to eat? With lots of options around the Fall River area, it can be difficult to choose. If you’re having a hard time, we’re here to help you narrow it down. We've compiled a list of meal deals, special events, and...
Mosquito Collected In Barnstable Tests Positive For Eastern Equine Encephalitis
BARNSTABLE – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced on Thursday that a mosquito sample collected on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in the north-west quadrant of the Town of Barnstable tested positive for eastern equine encephalitis, a rare but serious illness spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. This disease has caused 43 infections […] The post Mosquito Collected In Barnstable Tests Positive For Eastern Equine Encephalitis appeared first on CapeCod.com.
New Bedford Research & Robotics to elevate City’s innovation efforts
“NEW BEDFORD – Many have held the City’s ceremonial gold scissors at ribbon-cutting events over the years to celebrate the opening of businesses, parks, and schools. But for the first time in the City’s long and storied history, a robot did the honor of cutting the ribbon Thursday morning to celebrate the opening of New Bedford Research & Robotics on Purchase Street.
Brewster police officer faces felony charges for Snapchat videos of young girls
BREWSTER - A veteran Brewster police officer is on administrative leave, after facing disturbing felony charges involving inappropriate videos of naked young girls. Since 2007, Brewster Police Officer Matthew Marshall swore an oath to protect and serve the most vulnerable. But on Thursday he left court with no comment, charged with sharing inappropriate videos of children on Snapchat and secretly recording video of an elderly naked man in crisis during a call for service from his Snapchat account. Before a judge, prosecutors say Marshall had and sent inappropriate Snapchat videos of young girls, one of them as young as...
Unemployment in Fall River Rises in June
The unemployment rate in the City of Fall River in June rose to 5.6%, up from 5.4% in May. The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development reports that the labor force in Fall River in June totaled 42,018 employees. 2,373 people were recorded as unemployed. The 5.6% unemployment rate for June compares to the 5.0% unemployment rate for June 2023.
Family mourns man shot and killed by moped driver in Boston, no arrests made
BOSTON - The family of a Boston man is looking for answers after he was gunned down near the Forest Hills MBTA stop by a shooter police say was on a moped. "I lost a friend, I lost a brother, a really good guy," said Francis Gonzalez of his 35-year-old friend Andy Baez Manan also known as Jusepy. On Thursday, family and friends gathered at a funeral home in Dorchester wearing a T-shirt that memorializes him and the number he wore on his softball team. They say they're still trying to understand what happened the night of...
Residents Speak in Opposition to Multifamily Housing
Rehoboth residents voiced their concerns on the state’s MBTA law at Wednesday’s Planning Board meeting. The MBTA Communities Act requires 177 cities and towns in Eastern Massachusetts — designated as rapid transit, commuter rail, adjacent, and adjacent small town communities — to rezone near T stops to allow for multi-family housing as of right. “As of right” means multi-family housing would be allowed to go up in the rezoned areas without special permits or other discretionary processes.
Dorothy’s Corner hosts second annual Gullah Geechee Dinner Party
On July 19, Dorothy’s Corner marked a significant milestone with their second annual Gullah Geechee Dinner Party, paying homage to Dorothy West and celebrating seven remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on 20th-century Black vacationers history. Among the honorees were Abigail McGrath, Lee Van Allen, Dr. Lorna Andrade, Dr. Frances Gaskin, Jocelyn Coleman Walton, Dolores Allen Littles, and Anita Christian.
Harbor Homes Eyes New Oak Bluffs Shelter Location
The Vineyard’s only homelessness prevention nonprofit is under agreement to buy 112 Dukes County avenue in Oak Bluffs, where — if local and regional authorities approve — it plans to build a permanent winter shelter for up to 25 guests. Harbor Homes of Martha’s Vineyard has been...
Remembering to Savor the Moment
Della Hardman’s mantra was “savor the moment” and each year, on the last Saturday of July, her legacy is honored by the town of Oak Bluffs. Ms. Hardman was an educator, artist, writer and mentor with an infectious optimism. The town voted to create the first Della Hardman day in 2006 and it has continued every summer since then.
Boston police officer struck, injured by truck in Boston's North End
BOSTON — A Boston police officer working a detail was seriously injured Thursday when he was struck by a vehicle in the city's North End neighborhood, according to Boston police. It happened at 12:41 p.m. near the intersection of North Washington and Thacher streets. The officer was in uniform...
Cape Cod Beach Reopened Shortly After Public Advisory About Bacteria In The Water
The Cape Cod National Seashore announced on Facebook on July 16 that Marconi Beach was “closed to swimming due to bacterial exceedance.”. The source noted that its sample collection is what prompted the temporary closure. The warning added that the National Park Service would keep nearby residents and visitors updated on the Wellfleet, Massachusetts-based beach’s reopening. Notably, the Cape Cod National Seashore is an extension of the National Park Service.
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns to Big Night Live, 110 Causeway Street Boston, MA 02114 on July 30, 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Attendees from across the state as well as visitors will gather with anticipation and excitement for a number of exquisite culturally diverse culinary dishes. More than 800 enthusiasts and tastemakers will be attending, ready to guide you on a culinary adventure at Get Konnected’s 10th Annual A Taste of Ethnic Boston Food Festival.
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