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78 Years Ago: New Hampshire 8-Year-Old Takes Train to Boston by Himself
It's not every day that a small boy gets to visit the big city by himself, but that's just what happened 78 years ago to young Ernest R. Hoytt Jr. of Dover, New Hampshire. This writer stumbled across this amusing story thanks to New Hampshire Heritage, History, and Memories, a Facebook group dedicated to sharing memories of the Granite State. An admin member of the group posted this tidbit in 2023 from a 1946 Boston Globe article, telling of a young boy's solo adventure to Boston.
'It's an awesome feeling': Weymouth football ends 12-year drought by defeating Milton
WEYMOUTH -- Michael Donovan has won 12 games (in 16 tries) since becoming the Weymouth High football coach ahead of the 2023 season. So where does this latest W rank? Donovan let out a big laugh before acknowledging, "I don't know. That's a good (question). It's hard to rank them." ...
Police to public: Don’t get your new iPhone delivered
Weston and Needham police are warning people not to have their new iPhones delivered to their homes after a rash of porch thefts. Police in two Massachusetts communities have a warning for anyone buying new iPhones: don’t have them delivered to your house. Weston and Needham police recently reported...
The (dam) good reason Mass. Gov. Healey got involved in that beaver dispute | John L. Micek
Good Sunday morning, everyone. Quick: What do a machine gun range on Cape Cod, a thoroughly domesticated semi-aquatic rodent and Boston’s stalled tax shift have in common?. The answer: One way or another, they’ve all fallen prey to the state government’s (generally) iron grip on local matters. It’s a nonpartisan tradition that stretches back to the days of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
Bachelorette party reunites with man who saved them after hurricane
WALPOLE – WBZ first brought you the story of the bachelorette party of Massachusetts girls who were trapped in Asheville, North Carolina for two days without water, power, or cell service amid the destruction of Hurricane Helene.The girls told WBZ the experience put life in perspective for them, and they were forever grateful to the "kind stranger" who called up the mountain, asking if anyone needed help.That man was Ben Moore of Asheville. He saw WBZ's story online when friends sent it to him and contacted Kristina Rex on social media, to let her know he was the "kind stranger"...
Maria Scrivan is reliving middle school so you don’t have to
The New England-based author of "Nat Enough" has been able to mine enough humor out of pre-teen trauma for five graphic novels — with a sixth on the way. Reading through Maria Scrivan’s “Nat Enough” graphic novel series — she’s written and drawn five for Scholastic/Graphix since 2020, with a sixth on the way this spring — one thing quickly becomes clear: Middle school must have been pretty rough for Maria Scrivan.
Pets of the Week: Chester and Claudia are young cats seeking a home together
The Taunton Animal Shelter Pets of the Week are Chester and Claudia, domestic shorthair cats. They're buddies, who are 8 to 10 weeks old, and they're together at the shelter, not wanting to be alone. Playing has become their favorite activity, and they're looking for a family that will help them out with that. ...
Bruins make roster moves before final preseason game
The Bruins summoned eight players back from Providence for their final exhibition game as most of the veterans will sit out the 5 p.m. game at Washington on Saturday. Boston brought back forwards Riley Duran, Brett Harrison, Georgii Merkulov and Jaxon Nelson, defensemen Michael Callahan and Jackson Edward and goalies Ryan Bischel and Kasimir Kaskisuo.
Celebrate Olympic hero Frederick Richard: Join the fun this Sunday at Stoughton High
STOUGHTON – Interested in celebrating with an Olympian? Join bronze-medal-winning gymnast Frederick Richard in person for a celebration hosted by the Town of Stoughton this Sunday. The celebration will take place at Richard's alma mater, Stoughton High School, on Oct. 6, also known as Frederick Richard Day. At the ceremony, Richard will receive...
Stonehill football player nationally recognized for dedication to service
EASTON - This week's BZ MVP of the Week is a Stonehill College football player who is known for always helping others and has been nationally recognized for his community service.Matthew DeVirgilio is a stand out at Stonehill in part because of what he brings to the football field.Going where the team needs him"Matthew is, like, known for being one of the best guys on the team when it comes to work ethic or just being a good guy in general, he's always gonna be there for you," said teammate, junior Jordan Irvine.DeVirgilio, a senior on the Skyhawks, leads by...
Jack's Back: Healthy again, sophomore leads Norwell football to roaring win over Abington
ABINGTON – The Norwell High football team's bye week came at just the right time. The time off granted the Clippers a chance to stew on its most recent loss, a 35-point drubbing to Scituate at home that junior lineman Dylan Varekamp described as "embarrassing," while also buying time for starting quarterback Jack Luccarelli to heal up from a broken thumb injury that he suffered in the preseason. ...
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