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Everyone is a first-generation student at this new Massachusetts college
To Messina College student Ryan Pina, going to college isn’t something he wants to do just for himself. It’s something he wants to achieve for his entire family — something to make them proud. “My mom is an immigrant from the Dominican Republic, so she came here...
J'ouvert parade through Franklin Park as Boston's Caribbean festival gets underway
Boston's Caribbean Carnival is set to fill city streets with costumes and festivity on Saturday, and while the community gears up to celebrate, safety and police staffing concerns have cast a bit of a shadow over the annual tradition. The J'ouvert parade — which means "daybreak" in French — kicked...
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s latest comments should terrify the NBA
Last postseason, as the national media toiled on television, radio, and in print, concocting imaginary storylines to force drama upon the Boston Celtics, they succeeded. Fans across the Twitterverse and other social media platforms took the bait hook, line, and sinker. But they were the only ones. The entire team...
Doherty football thankful for assist from Worcester State
WORCESTER, Mass. – They say teamwork makes the dream work. Well, this summer, Worcester State University lent a hand to the Doherty football team to help the players and coaches get ready for the seaon and hopefully reach their dream of winning a Super Bowl. Because of the ongoing...
WooSox defeat Tides, extend winning streak to six
WORCESTER, MA –– Bobby Dalbec went 3-for-4 and belted his 16th home run as the Worcester Red Sox (26-21)/(61-61) extended their winning streak to six games with a 5-3 victory over the Norfolk Tides (20-28)/(56-67) on Thursday afternoon at Harbor Park Stadium. With the win, the WooSox have now taken the first three games in Norfolk and have won 11 of their last 13 games.
Beyond Wrestling Two Tribes Results (August 20th, 2024)
On August 20th, 2024 Beyond Wrestling aired Two Tribes live in Worcester, Massachusetts inside Worcester Palladium & can watch it on IWTV. Aaron Rourke defeated Anthony Greene (16:02) Thomas Santell defeated Handyman Jake Gray (5:38) 6 Person Tag Team Match. The System (Brian Myers, Eddie Edwards & Alisha Edwards) defeated...
'Alarming lack of transparency': Worcester city councilors weigh in on WPI hotel plan
WORCESTER — A city commission meeting scheduled Thursday where Worcester Polytechnic Institute's controversial plans to buy two hotels in the city so they can be turned into student housing would likely be discussed has been postponed to Aug. 29. Meanwhile, talks are ongoing between the city and WPI representatives about a potential meeting,...
'Hoop dreams': Worcester's Amir Jenkins selected to USA men's U18 team for FIBA World Cup
WORCESTER — Amir Jenkins has been on the move over the past five months. And he doesn’t plan on slowing down anytime soon. After helping North High win its second straight Division 1 state championship in March, transferring to Worcester Academy in April and elevating his game on the AAU circuit this summer, the...
3 Worcester Orgs. Win Grants from Opioid Settlement Funds
BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey’s office announced on Wednesday, Aug. 21, that $3.75 million in grants issued to 18 grassroots organizations to support the fight against the opioid epidemic. The grants are the first issued through the Mosaic Opioid Recovery Partnership (Mosaic), a program which supports communities and...
10 Years Ago, One of the Biggest Stories in New England Was About Market Basket and Loyalty
There are very few times that I go into Market Basket and don't think about the incredible display of loyalty that the employees showed 10 years ago this summer. In the summer of 2014, Market Basket's Board of Directors decided to fire Artie T. Demoulas. The next day, many employees started to strike due to loyalty with Artie T. and demanded that he be reinstated as CEO. Every media outlet gave the same story, stating that it was a family fight between two of the store's big bosses: cousins Artie T. Demoulas and Arthur S. Demoulas, grandsons of Arthur Demoulas, a Greek immigrant who founded the chain years ago.
Jordan Montgomery: Scott Boras ‘butchered' contract talks with Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox reportedly were the favorites to sign left-hander Jordan Montgomery last offseason before he joined the Arizona Diamondbacks. Considering Boston's dire need for starting pitching, many were perplexed that the front office was unable to close a deal with the 2023 World Series champion. According to Montgomery,...
Barstool hosts tease Bill Simmons over Celtics rumor
The news cycle around Amazon founder Jeff Bezos potentially buying the Boston Celtics lasted less than a week, but that didn’t stop The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Fox’s Jason McIntyre from putting their tinfoil hats on and dreaming up an angle anyway. So when leaks from the Bezos camp confirmed he was not interested in Read more... The post ‘Pardon My Take’ teases Jason McIntyre, Bill Simmons over discredited rumor of Jeff Bezos buying Celtics appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Trevor Story’s Return Could Reshape Red Sox’s Middle Infield
Trevor Story's anticipated return from shoulder surgery raises significant questions regarding the Red Sox's middle infield alignment. Initially deemed finished for the season, Story's recovery has progressed, with indications that he may play late this season. His return could stabilize a middle infield that has seen frequent changes, especially with Ceddanne Rafaela excelling in both shortstop and center field. However, this development presents a dilemma as Rafaela's performance might necessitate a shift back to the outfield, risking the playing time of others like David Hamilton and Nick Sogard. The complexities of roster management highlight the potential for future congestion in the lineup.
Boston teen grateful to be alive after shooting near Franklin Park
BOSTON - Oriana Dunker is grateful to be alive. She was one of five people Boston police say were shot Sunday night near Franklin Park following the Dominican Festival. "I don't know why they would shoot me and my friend. I don't understand I was not expecting to get hurt," Oriana said. Oriana, 17, was there with her best friend who was also shot. She says they were just about to leave the event. "I just heard five gunshots pop, pop, pop so I just started running and then I just fell down and I knew that someone shot me," Oriana...
Neely gives new update on Bruins' contract talks with Swayman
Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman is still unsigned as a restricted free agent with September only a week away. It's not totally uncommon for RFAs to be unsigned this far into the summer, but with the first day of training camp (Sept. 18) less than a month away, the two sides need to find common ground at some point in the near future.
Boston launches calendar of events aimed at revitalizing city's nightlife
BOSTON — Boston's nightlife scene is getting a boost from city hall. Corean Reynolds, the city's director of nightlife economy, also known as its "night czar," has developed a list of grant recipients charged with invigorating the city's nightlife. Watch the story above to learn about challenges to the...
‘Dogs of Boston’ photo series pairs pooches with city’s signature spots
Dog lovers can purchase a photo series of dogs at some of Boston’s most popular spots in the city just in time for National Dog Day on Monday, Aug. 26. The "Dogs of Boston," shot by fine-art photographer Gray Malin, can be bought online. The series contains 17 photos...
Weber going to Bat for Those Disappointed and Frustrated with Forest Hills Cemetery
Forest Hills Cemetery has drawn criticism from residents over the last several years due to the discontinuation of beloved events, changed policies, removal of trees, lack of communication, and more, but for those yearning for an explanation, there might be one on the horizon. Ben Weber, District 6 City Councilor, who had residents reach out to his office about these issues, told the Jamaica Plain Gazette he had contacted cemetery leadership. Specifically, Weber, who called Forest Hills Cemetery one of Boston’s jewels, noted that the cemetery’s leadership has offered to take him and his office on a tour.
Judge denies Karen Read's motion to dismiss 2 charges
DEDHAM - Karen Read's attempt to get two of the charges against her dismissed has been rejected by Norfolk Superior Court Judge Beverly Cannone. Read's attorneys plan to appeal.Who is Karen Read?Read, who is accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe in January 2022, had asked the court to dismiss two of the three charges on her indictment - second degree murder and leaving the scene. Read's trial ended in a mistrial due to a hung jury on July 1 and a new trial is scheduled for January 27, 2025.Karen Read chargesRead's lawyers, including an attorney new...
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