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Massachusetts Gov orders flags lowered; family asks for funeral donations after Massachusetts Airman dies while serving country
An active-duty serviceman from Massachusetts has died while on duty. According to a GoFundMe fundraiser, Airman First Class Pierre D. Dushime of Natick, tragically passed away while serving our country a few days ago. “Pierre was not only a dedicated serviceman but a shining example of resilience, intelligence, and determination.
Enjoying the view from inside Worcester's Bancroft Tower
WORCESTER, Mass. – Bancroft Tower rests off the beaten path in Worcester. The city's Parks Division assistant commissioner provided Spectrum News 1 an exclusive inside look at the historic site. What You Need To Know. Bancroft Tower is a 56-foot tower built in 1900 in Salisbury Park to honor...
Tommy Caccavaro: Becoming clean and sober -- and helping others to do the same
YourArlington has spent the past 10 months speaking with police officials, health department employees and residents about drug abuse. This four-part series explores how the town seeks to combat the opioid crisis through the help of federal government funding, town programs and policies -- and the aid of a community that cares.
Governor Healey announces $27 million in Fall River, Springfield, Worcester, other communities to create hundreds of new housing units
LOWELL – Today, Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Ed Augustus announced $27 million in Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) awards to create 547 total new units in 11 Gateway Cities across the state. “We expanded the HDIP program in our tax...
Worcester's Caribbean community celebrates their heritage at festival
WORCESTER, Massachusetts — The Caribbean-American population in Worcester celebrated their heritage with the community Sunday. The Caribbean American Heritage Festival was held at Institute Park, and organized by the Authentic Caribbean Foundation, a nonprofit supporting Caribbean children with disabilities. The afternoon featured vendors selling crafts, music and food prepared...
Worcester Summers are Flea-ting: Flea Markets & Antique Shops to Visit While the Weather Holds
Summer in the city has many dimensions to it. Some people like to find a nice watering hole, shout out to Worcester’s many ponds and lakes, while others might prefer a rounding up of all the best ice cream spots for gustatory relief. For those of us who favor an open air market, this is for your benefit. Central Massachusetts is a treasure trove of cool places to go looking for treasure.
Lowell Benefits from Largest HDIP Awards in History
Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Ed Augustus today announced $27 million in Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) awards to create 547 total new units in 11 Gateway Cities across the state. Among the thirteen awardees are two in the Mill City:. Hildreth...
State Plan Would Support Infrastructure in Burlington
The Massachusetts House of Representatives last Thursday passed the $3.4 billion “Act Relative to Strengthening Massachusetts’ Economic Leadership,” and the financial authorizations contained within would support infrastructure in Burlington. Also known as the Mass Leads Act, Governor Healey proposed this bill to the legislature earlier this year,...
Summertime and the eatin' is easy
WORCESTER — Worcester Public Schools is again hosting a free program sponsored by the state Department of Education that provides free meals to children and teens at various locations throughout the city this summer. There are currently nine meal service sites available: the Burncoat Street Playground, East Park, El...
Rain or Shine, Belmont Porchfest is Coming on Sept. 7
Belmont’s Porchfest will be here before you know it, and organizer Mary Bradley wants you to know two things: Registration opens July 1 and closes July 31, with no exceptions. The event will be held rain or shine, so get yourself a good umbrella and get ready to jam.
Asbestos removal part of demolition work at old Doherty High in Worcester
WORCESTER — Asbestos was being removed from the old Doherty Memorial High School building before work crews recently started tearing it down, according to the state Department of Environmental Protection. The natural fiber used in many older buildings, including the former Doherty High building that dates to the 1960s, is linked to serious health risks including cancer. ...
Gath Pool complex makes big splash in opening week
It’s been hot. And Newton has a new, epic fun away to cool off. The Harry Gath Memorial Pool complex recently got a massive makeover, and the complex opened last week, just in time for the hot summer months. Construction started on the complex last September. Mayor Ruthanne Fuller...
Patriot Place July 4th Celebration Tonight
By MyFM’s Claire Beverly – The Patriot Place July 4th celebration is tonight. Enjoy live music on the Dean College Stage from local band American Honey from 5:30pm – 8:30pm. Fireworks are scheduled to start at about 9:15pm. There will also be special appearances by Pat Patriot, the New England Patriots Cheerleaders and the New England Revolution Street Team. Meanwhile on Thursday night, July 4, the Holliston American Legion and VFW posts are hosting a laser light show from about 8:30pm to 10pm at Holliston High School.
Planning Board Pushes for Vacant Property Registry
When you search for Arlington’s town government online, one of the first choices reads “Commercial Property Information.”. That is access to the town’s registration page for vacant commercial properties. Owners or managers are required to register when a property becomes vacant. People who don’t comply are fined.
Deadline extended! Recruit 5 neighbors by July 7 to host the planting of 8 or more City trees this fall
Are there empty spaces on the berms in your neighborhood — perhaps where street trees formerly provided shade and beauty? Would you like to work with your neighbors and the Newton Tree Conservancy to plant new trees? The Newton Tree Conservancy has extended its deadline until July 7 to apply for its 2024 Fall Community Tree Planting on November 16.
Special Town Meeting Approves Revised Traffic Plan, Sets Stage For Development of McLean Parcels
The annual Town Meeting came to an end on Wednesday, June 26, when members overwhelmingly approved a Special Town Meeting article to alter a quarter-century traffic management agreement between the town and McLean Hospital that was stalling the financing of a pair of developments on two parcels of land. The...
Holliston Lions Induct 2024 – 2025 Officers
Lions Clubs year starts on July 1 and ends on June 30 of the following year. The Holliston Lions Club brings their nominations to the Board of Directors in March of the fiscal year. Once accepted by the Board, the nominees are then voted by the Lions Club membership at their April Meeting. Once this is accomplished, the new officers are sworn in at the May meeting. At the June meeting “the passing of the torch” occurs. Here’s the slate of officers for the 2024 – 2025 Lions year:
HOT OFF THE PRESS: Read Wilmington Senior Center’s July Newsletter
WILMINGTON, MA — Read the Wilmington Senior Center’s July 2024 Newsletter HERE. Highlights from the latest “Buzzell Buzz” include:. Like Wilmington Apple on Facebook. Follow Wilmington Apple on Twitter. Follow Wilmington Apple on Instagram. Subscribe to Wilmington Apple’s daily email newsletter HERE. Got a comment, question, photo, press release, or news tip? Email wilmingtonapple@gmail.com.
State primary set for Sept. 3; how to check ballot status
The town is preparing for the Sept. 3 state primary. In July, those who are not yet registered for a ballot can expect to receive applications in the mail from the secretary of the commonwealth,. According to a recent townwide email, residents can confirm whether or not they are on...
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