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CityLine: The new state law that will help close the gender wage gap
BOSTON — TheBoston Women’s Workforce Council and the City of Boston’s Equity and Inclusion Cabinet share their efforts to push towards equal pay for women of color. The Massachusetts Wage Equity legislation, known as the Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act has been signed by Governor Maura Healey making Massachusetts the 11th state to put this law into effect--requiring employers to disclose salaries when posting job positions. Lauren Jones, Secretary of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development says the new bill on salary transparency will change the game for women in the workforce.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
'I had to learn how to walk again': North Quincy football captain back after spinal injury
QUINCY — As his teammates pushed their limits in the weight room this summer, Cameron Sampson's offseason training began by cautiously making his way up and down the stairs at home. One step after another eventually evolved into a slow trot around his neighborhood, then a jog at the beach. ...
Fire/EMS Logs 08/16 – 08/22/2024
6:34 AM: Investigation – Chief Michael Cassidy, Assistant Chief Brian Kelley, Deputy Alan Greendale, Ladder 1, and Engines 1, 2, 3, and 4 responded to an alarm activation on Hopping Brook Road. 10:55 AM: Medical – Assistant Chief Brian Kelley and the ambulance responded to a medical emergency on...
Needham astronaut aboard Starliner capsule stay in space extended to 2025
Suni Williams, 58, is one of two astronauts whose stay at the International Space Station has been unexpectedly extended. A local astronaut will spend their Halloween, Thanksgiving, and New Year in space, after her ride back to Earth experienced technical issues. Needham native Suni Williams, 58, is one of two...
Thrilling Second Half Ends in 1-1 Draw for Men’s Soccer at Stonehill
EASTON, Mass. – With both goals being scored in the final 15 minutes of play, freshman Wyatt Stevens and the Navy men's soccer team (0-1-1) fought back to earn the 1-1 draw against Stonehill (0-1-1) in non-conference action Sunday afternoon at W.B. Mason Stadium in Easton, Mass. Stevens' tally...
#Quincy Quarry News Police Scanner Snippets: Triple Overdose Incident In Quincy Point
— Quincy Massachusetts News by Quincy Quarry News – News, Opinion and Commentary. Friday night shortly after 9 pm, a Quincy Quarry News Citizen Police Scanner monitor heard word of a triple overdose in Quincy Point near where the USS Salem is berthed in former Fore River shipyard. Further,...
Bicyclist injured at Borderland State Park in Easton
EASTON, Mass. (WLNE) — A bicyclist was injured at Borderland State Park in Easton this morning, and med flighted to a Boston hospital. According to Sharon fire officials, the call came in just around 11 a.m. Sharon and Easton Police and fire officials assisted in clearing the landing for...
Register of deeds has his first challenger in 30 years. How different are the candidates?
Incumbent Fall River Register of Deeds Bernard McDonald III is facing a challenger for the first time in his 30 years in office, former Swansea selectman Christopher Carreiro. Both are on the Democratic ballot; with no Republicans running, the winner of the Sept. 3 primary gets the job. ...
Family member arrested after fatal stabbing in New Bedford, DA says
The victim, Omil Padilla-Corsino, was allegedly stabbed multiple times, the Bristol County District Attorney said. An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed to death in New Bedford on Saturday, authorities said. Authorities found 23-year-old Omil Padilla-Corsino with stab wounds near 68 South Street on Saturday afternoon, the Bristol...
North Smithfield woman, Providence man arrested in separate incidents by state police
NORTH PROVIDENCE — At 2:33 p.m., Rhode Island State Troopers detained Jennifer Hedquist, 36, of North Smithfield, on a charge of Domestic Disorderly Conduct following a traffic stop on Mineral Spring Avenue. The arrest warrant, issued by the Providence Police Department, resulted in Hedquist being processed at the Lincoln...
Of folk and family: Old Vienna Revival concert shows music venue's continuing influence
What am I doing here? I am at the Old Vienna Revival in Hopkinton on Aug. 17 and wondering the same thing. After all, there’s three-time Grammy-winning songwriter Lori McKenna (“Humble and Kind,” "The Crowded Table" and “Girl Crush”) over there talking to another great songwriter, Cliff Eberhardt (“The Long Road"), and there’s Bonnie...
Boston Band Neighbor Announce Fall Tour Kicking Off in Buffalo
Boston-based rocking quartet Neighbor have announced a fall US tour, with the first show kicking off in Buffalo. To close out the tour, the band will be doing an epic three-night Halloween run in New England alongside powerhouse trio LaMP. Although Neighbor formed in the last half-decade, the band members’...
Senior cat denied medical attention seeks 'retirement home' at MSPCA-Angell
BOSTON — MSPCA-Angell is searching for the perfect retirement home for a special 15-year-old cat that is recovering after undergoing extensive medical care to heal broken legs and jaw. The sweet, senior cat named Mittens was hit by a car on March 24. Both his front legs were broken,...
SPOTLIGHT – Team USA Doctor Shares Experience of Paris Olympics
We are shedding a spotlight on TEAM USA Olympic Physician Dr. Jason Zaremski. Zaremski recounts his time working in the Olympic Village, his work with his medical team, and he shares highlights and favorite moments from the Paris Games. LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE 👇. My name is Jason...
On WGBH Radio: Multicultural celebration at Roxbury’s Madison Park to feature opera singers
The show is an ode to cultures from around the world, featuring arias from Europe and the Americas by the Boston Lyric Opera followed by a dynamic performance from Afro-Latin percussionist Cornell Coley. The day will end with a dance party — and lemonades provided by Lime Life. “We...
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