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How climate change is expanding the reach of EEE, a rare and deadly mosquito-borne illness
This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. A 41-year-old man in New Hampshire died last week after contracting a rare mosquito-borne illness called eastern equine encephalitis virus, also known as EEE or “triple E”. It was New Hampshire’s first human case of the disease in a decade. Four other human EEE infections have been reported this year in Wisconsin, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Vermont.
Crusaders win Wheaton & Babson Season Opener
ATTLEBORO, Mass. – Both men's and women's cross country took first at the Wheaton & Babson Season Opener. The men competed against eight other teams while the women took on seven other schools at Highland Park on Saturday, Aug. 31. Sophomore Joseph Mahon finished first overall crossing the finish...
Vigils held in Mass. after Israeli-American among 6 hostages found dead in Gaza
There were vigils in Newton and Sharon, Massachusetts, Sunday after six more hostages were killed in Gaza, including a 23-year-old Israeli-American. For nearly 11 months, many have stood alongside the aunt of Hersh Goldberg-Polin. They meet every Sunday to honor the hostages. This time, that hope has turned to unbearable heartache.
60-year-old Massachusetts motorcycle rider suffers life-threatening injuries after crash on Route 123
A motorcycle rider is fighting for his life after a serious collision. According to Fire Chief Jack Glynn, at 3:11 p.m. Friday, crews were dispatched to the intersection of Brockton Avenue (Route 123) and Mill Street for a motorcycle vs. vehicle collision. Both of Abington’s ambulances were at area hospitals,...
Boston Bruins & Jeremy Swayman contract negotiations could have unforeseen ending
Since free agency calmed down in July, all eyes for the Boston Bruins this summer have been on Jeremy Swayman and his contract situation. Still unsigned, the former University of Maine goaltender recently spoke about his situation and sent a message to the fanbase and front office. With training camp...
See all homes sold in Suffolk County, Aug. 25 to Aug. 31
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Suffolk County reported from Aug. 25 to Aug. 31. There were 107 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 3,645-square-foot home on Rossmore Road in Jamaica Plain that sold for $760,000.
Brockton's very own food blogger launches Haitian take-out spot and convenience store
BOSTON — Brockton’s very own food blogger has launched his first flagship location in the heart of Boston, serving delicious culinary creations and fun snacks to get you through the workday. Right on 700 Albany St., Boston, where a subway used to reside, Mirbentz Jean Francois redesigned the large space and converted it into a convenience store and take-out restaurant called "Did You Eat Yet." ...
Norwegian Jade Arrives in Boston for Fall Season
The Norwegian Jade recently arrived in Boston to kick off a fall season in the U.S. Northeast and Canada. Extending through late October, the program features a series of roundtrip cruises to destinations in Canada and New England, such as Corner Brook, Charlottetown and Portland. After sailing from its new...
Big Green Blank Stonehill, 8-0
HANOVER, N.H. – The Dartmouth women's soccer team took a dominant 8-0 win over Stonehill at Burnham Field on Sunday afternoon. The Big Green featured six different goal scorers and 25 players who saw action on the pitch. With the win, the Big Green improve to 3-1. Meanwhile, the...
2024 FM Championship money: Purse, winner’s share, updated prize money payout
The 2024 FM Championship prize money payout is from the $3.8 million purse, with 78 professional players who complete four rounds at TPC Boston in Norton, Mass., earning LPGA Tour prize money and an official-money paycheck this week. The winner's share of the FM Championship prize pool is at $570,000,...
Jin Young Ko takes 2-shot lead in Boston after Haeran Ryu falls apart
NORTON, Mass. (AP) — Jin Young Ko took advantage of an early collapse by Haeran Ryu and turned her own bad break into a birdie Saturday for a 5-under 67 that took her from a six-shot deficit to a two-shot lead over Lauren Coughlin in the FM Championship. Ryu...
FM Championship has new leader after Round 3
NORTON — Haeran Ryu dominated Round 2 of the FM Championship on Friday at TPC Boston. And while the South Korean golfer is still in a fine spot, she is no longer is at the top after being 13-under to begin the day. Jin Young Ko — who shot...
Fall River Police investigating after hit-and-run crash involving electric bicycle near Stop & Shop
A bicyclist was injured after a reported hit-and-run crash Sunday in Fall River. According to Det. Sergeant Moses Pereira, at approximately 12:15 p.m., units responded to the area of Rodman Street and Lonsdale Street in response to a collision between an electric bicycle and a motor vehicle. Call notes indicated that the vehicle fled the scene after the collision occurred.
Women’s Soccer Earns 1-1 Draw Against Indiana
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - The Brown women's soccer team earned a 1-1 draw against Big Ten member Indiana on Sunday evening at Stevenson-Pincence Field. "I thought it was a hard fought battle by both teams," head coach Kia McNeil said. "I'm happy with the result, we could've gotten three points but I'm happy with the tie."
Two Men Arrested on a Felony & False Name in Maine
Two men were arrested after a traffic stop on the Joshua Chamberlain Bridge in Brewer. The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office said the driver, 43-year-old Jeremy Carr from Harmony, had a federal arrest warrant and suspended license. Suspect Gave False Information to Officers. The passenger, 41-year-old Earl Jenkins from Massachusetts,...
Hoosiers Battle Brown to Draw
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – In their first match up in the Ivy League, Indiana women's soccer battled Brown (0-1-2) to a 1-1 draw at Stevenson-Pincince Field on Sunday evening. • Brown got on the board early with a goal in the sixth minute. • Indiana (3-0-1) saw their first couple...
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