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Guards With Guns At Mass. RMV
I popped over to the Massachusetts RMV (Registry of Motor Vehicles) last week to put a car on the road only to realize that they've got two armed guards at the entrance, not the entrance to the building, but the actual service center. Noticing just just one guard before, I...
Massachusetts boy's dream comes true, becoming a sanitation worker for a day
ASHLAND, Mass. - A Massachusetts boy fulfilled his wish to be a sanitation worker for a day. Four-year-old Alan from Ashland, who suffers from a respiratory disorder, dressed up as a garbage collection crew member for Halloween, said the Make-A-Wish foundation. "While some children are drawn to superheroes or athletes,...
Major Boston-area bank to shutter 7 branches
The closures come as TD Bank works to restructure its physical locations. TD Bank is closing seven branches in Massachusetts, including two in Boston. In addition to the Boston locations, the bank is closing branches in Belmont, Brewster, Burlington, Lexington, and Pocasset (Bourne). According to a bank statement, the branches...
Local residents earn honors, graduate from medical school
BOSTON – Victoria Lagasse of Southborough, alumnus of Algonquin Regional High School, graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in May. She will begin her residency in internal medicine at University of Missouri Hospital, Columbia. Washington and Lee University. LEXINGTON, Va. – The following local students received a degree...
On Land or Ship, Port Chaplains Offer Comfort to Seafarers of the World
Port chaplains provide much-needed services for those who make their living at sea. Randall Armor, CC BY-NC-ND Boston celebrated its maritime heritage in June by welcoming tall ships from around the world into Boston Harbor for the celebratory event, Sail Boston. Thousands of people visited the magnificent vessels at anchor to learn about Boston’s rich maritime history.
Boston police, school safety officers square off in dodgeball competition
BOSTON — Boston police officers and Boston Public School safety officers participate in a dodgeball game to strengthen their relationship and promote mental health. In a friendly dodgeball competition held in Hyde Park, police officers and school safety officers traded their uniforms for athletic gear. "Today? Oh, I'm running...
Boston Mayor Declares July 24, 2024 As 'Kristin Chenoweth Day'
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has shared an official proclamation declaring July 24, 2024 “Kristin Chenoweth Day” in the City of Boston, in honor of the Tony and Emmy Award winner's birthday. Mayor Wu's proclamation celebrates Kristin Chenoweth's contributions to the betterment of the City of Boston. “Kristin Chenoweth...
This weekend at Tanglewood: Andris Nelsons leads the BSO and soloists in pieces celebrating 150th anniversary of Serge Koussevitzky’s birth, 100th anniversary of his appointment as the BSO’s first music director
Lenox — On the weekend of July 26 through 28, at Tanglewood, the Boston Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the 150th anniversary of Serge Koussevitzky’s birth and the 100th anniversary of his appointment as the BSO’s first music director. The Russian conductor and bassist will be feted by Shed performances throughout the weekend, with appearances by Tanglewood favorites Yefim Bronfman and Jean-Yves Thibaudet, both of whom have appeared at the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s summer home more than two dozen times; baritone Will Liverman; the BSO’s own Edwin Barker; and British pianist Paul Lewis.
'He’s always been a team player': Celtics owner pays visit, tribute to Bob Cousy, with NBA championship trophies in tow
WORCESTER — Celtics governor and majority owner Wyc Grousbeck brought the 2008 and 2024 NBA championship trophies to Bob Cousy’s home on Salisbury Street Tuesday morning. “I think it’s fantastic,” Cousy said. “It’s completely unexpected.” ...
3 former Bruins players we're glad are gone, 2 we wish never left
It was another offseason of change for the Boston Bruins, as it always is. Gone are some players who were a key part of the organization over the six-plus years, while GM Don Sweeney filled a pair of his team needs in free agency with center Elias Lindholm and defenseman Nikita Zadorov.
Firefighter and Resident Hospitalized After Danvers House Fire, Historic Home Damaged
A fire that erupted at a residential home on Locust Street in Danvers, Massachusetts, has resulted in hospitalization for both a firefighter and a resident. According to a report by NBC Boston, the blaze commenced around 1 a.m. and quickly escalated, prompting an emergency response from the local fire department. The firefighter, who labored amidst punishing heat, was hospitalized for observation, while the resident was treated for smoke inhalation.
1 in 5 Bay Staters wants to move from Massachusetts within the next 5 years
WEST SPRINGFIELD (WWLP)- A recent poll revealed that 1 in 5 Bay Staters envisions themselves leaving Massachusetts for another state within the next five years. A sizable majority of residents surveyed by the MassINC Polling Group said that they were burdened by high housing costs. They surveyed over 1,400 residents, and 21 percent of people […]
2 People Die As Listeria Outbreak Connected To Deli Meat Spreads Across 12 States
A dangerous listeria outbreak is making its way across the United States through deli meat, resulting in at least 28 hospitalizations and 2 deaths. Affected individuals all seem to have eaten contaminated deli meat, though no specific brand or grocer...
Unhappy Patriot Willing to Leave in Brandon Aiyuk Trade
The New England Patriots are entering the 2024 campaign with different expectations with Jerod Mayo and Eliot Wolf now in charge. Rookies reported to the facility on July 19 with veterans joining them on July 23. They are looking to change the narrative around the team over the past few years since Tom Brady left town.
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