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Boston opens its first Bike Town, a place for kids to learn bike riding
The City of Boston and Mayor Michelle Wu announced the grand opening of Bike Town at Moakley Park on Thursday. Bike Town is a family-friendly space where kids can practice riding and rolling in a fun and safe environment. These are designed to teach children how to safely navigate streets and increase their overall confidence while riding a bike.
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...
Take your dog to this Boston Starbucks for free gift cards, pet portraits
You can get a portrait of your dearest dog and free coffee at a Massachusetts Starbucks this weekend. Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s pet lifestyle brand Kismet is celebrating National Dog Day a few days early. While the fun holiday is on Monday, Aug. 26, the celebratory event at a Boston Starbucks is this weekend.
North End espresso bar expanding across Boston Harbor
[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.]. An espresso bar in the North End of Boston is expanding to a second location, and this one will be just across the water. According to a Facebook post from the business, Caffe dello Sport on Hanover Street is planning to open...
Boston Public Schools Introduces Diverse Group of New Leaders for 2024-2025 Academic Year
The Boston Public Schools (BPS) is ushering in a wave of change in the administrative hallways as it welcomes a new cadre of educators to lead its schools for the 2024-2025 academic year, according to a recent announcement from the district. The reshuffling includes 13 fresh faces stepping into the role of school leaders, with 15 interim leaders being granted permanent positions, and four existing leaders slated to transition to new schools, bringing a wealth of diversity and experience into their respective classrooms and offices.
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.
North Smithfield man, 21, dies in motorcycle crash
WOONSOCKET – A 21-year-old North Smithfield man died following a motorcycle crash in Woonsocket Saturday evening. Joe Rossi was reportedly transported to Landmark Medical Center after the accident, which occurred on Truman Drive just before 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 24. He was later pronounced dead. According to police,...
Meet state Rep. Bud Williams, who is seeking reelection in the 11th Hampden District
SPRINGFIELD — State Rep. Bud Williams said some of his top accomplishments representing a portion of Springfield include keeping a bank open in the Mason Square neighborhood and advocating for better health care for residents during the pandemic. It’s been seven years since Williams began to represent the 11th...
Armed man arrested after barricading inside hotel in Wareham
A man was arrested on Friday after barricading himself and firing gunshots inside of his Wareham, Massachusetts, hotel room while children were inside, police said. Wareham Police responded to the Marriott Town Place Suites on Rosebrook Way shortly after 8p.m. following reports of possible gunshots in the bog area behind the hotel.
Fitchburg police seek help locating missing teen
FITCHBURG — The Fitchburg Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Ana Luiza Diaz, who was last seen in the city on Friday, Aug. 9, at about 2 a.m. Ana is described as a skinny female, approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing 100 pounds,...
Experts discuss Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspending campaign, endorsing Trump
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. endorsed former president Donald Trump on Friday afternoon as he suspends his presidential campaign. This election season has come with plenty of unexpected twists and turns and Kennedy’s endorsement could be a welcomed push for Donald Trump, according to one political expert.
Enfield woman, 62, killed in Friday crash
SPRINGFIELD — A 62-year-old Enfield woman was killed Friday when the vehicle she was a passenger in collided with a pickup truck on Route 5 in Enfield. Enfield police said Patricia Carey was pronounced dead at the scene of the 1:30 p.m. crash. The operator of the vehicle was taken to Hartford Hospital with potentially serious injuries.
36 hours in Provincetown, Massachusetts
A beachfront in Provincetown, Mass., Aug. 12, 2024. Despite a creeping sense of Hamptons-style gentrification, the town on the tip of Cape Cod, one of America’s oldest art colonies, remains a self-styled bohemian idyll. (Jesse Burke/The New York Times) NEW YORK, NY.- Located at the tip of Cape Cod,...
Annual Ken O’Neill golf marathon to benefit The Jimmy Fund kicks off next week
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The 25th anniversary of the Ken O’Neill dawn to dusk golf marathon taking place next week in Chicopee. The charity event is dedicated to raising funds for the Jimmy Fund. It will be held on Monday, August 26 at the Chicopee Country Club. Copyright 2024....
Sale closed in Bolton: $1.3 million for a five-bedroom home
A 3,797-square-foot house built in 2006 has changed hands. The spacious property located at 78 Drumlin Hill Road in Bolton was sold on July 31, 2024. The $1,300,000 purchase price works out to $342 per square foot. This two-story home offers a roomy layout with five bedrooms and four baths. On the exterior, the house is characterized by a hip roof design, featuring roofing made of asphalt. Inside, there is a fireplace. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the home includes an attached three-car garage, ensuring ample room for parking and storage. Situated on a spacious 1.1-acre lot, the property offers ample outdoor space.
Channing Tatum And Daughter Visit Salem For Private Walking Tour
SALEM, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — Beth Crowley has given or arranged tours around Salem for roughly 80,000 people since she founded Witch City Walking Tours ten years ago. "But someone like Channing Tatum, this is our first," Crowley told WBZ NewsRadio Friday. Crowley was contacted weeks ago to give...
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