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"Shop with a Cop" asks for help serving hundreds of kids before holidays
FRAMINGHAM - With less than two months to go before the holiday season, the organizers of "Shop with a Cop" in Massachusetts are looking for donations to support hundreds of children in need.More applications expectedThe annual event pairs Metro West children in financial need with a police officer for a holiday shopping spree. It involves roughly 100 police officers from across the state, as well as appearances from Santa and the Grinch.Framingham Police Officer Matt Gutwill, who leads the event, said 800 applications are expected this year, with roughly 500 children who will be identified as in need. Right now...
Watch: Who’s Willing To Try This Hilarious Halloween Prank in Connecticut?
Scary pranks, whether it's during the Halloween season or not, are always hilarious. Well, maybe if they're happening to someone else. I unexpectedly came across a small dog dressed up as a ginormous, fuzzy spider; I'd most definitely scream bloody murder and run. This hilarious prank is making the rounds...
'He does it for the kids': Wachusett football coach Mike Dubzinski joins 200-win club
As Mike Dubzinski shared hugs with his fellow football coaches Friday night in Northborough after a 32-27 win over Algonquin, the longtime Wachusett coach had a surprise waiting for him. In the hands of Wachusett senior captains Logan Dennett and Angel Rosa was a banner that read: Congratulations Wachusett Football Coach Mike Dubzsinki (on) 200 Wins And A Million More Memories. ...
New England weather this week: Warm Halloween incoming
The up and down temperatures will continue throughout this week for New England. We'll reach the top of the temperature roller coaster on Halloween. There are a couple of shower chances this week as well, but a widespread, soaking rain for all of New England remains out of the picture.
Massachusetts lawmakers urge ATF to stem influx of illegal firearms into the state
Members of the Massachusetts congressional delegation recently sent a letter to the heads of the Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), urging the ATF to increase its work to mitigate the influx of … Read More » The post Massachusetts lawmakers urge ATF to stem influx of illegal firearms into the state appeared first on Homeland Preparedness News.
Central Mass. by the Numbers
13 Drew Day, winner of the Iron Chef Competition and the Stanley J. Nicas Trophy at the 13th annual Worcester’s Best Competition in 2020, recently opened Ruby Doo’s at the Worcester Public Market. Day of Leominster brings “a Korean American culinary experience and crafted global cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients” to Ruby...
'It's a blessing': Homes For Our Troops builds life-changing homes for disabled veterans
HOLDEN — A crowd of dozens of volunteers spent the morning of Oct. 26 planting shrubs and flowers and laying down sod outside a newly built house in Holden, preparing the home for its future residents. At the center of the festivities was Craig Brady, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and...
Opinion/Letters: Former teacher calls for 'yes' vote on question to drop MCAS requirement
Former teacher urges a 'Yes' vote to drop MCAS grad requirement In response to the Oct. 13 letter from Ed Lambert, who wrote on behalf of the Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education: The elimination of MCAS testing would not mean that students would not have an effective, robust education. For Mr. Lambert to assume that...
Mass gun law, BPZoo's Ruth in hospice care, Samantha Irvin: Standard-Times top stories
As we head into a new week, let's take a look at the news from this past week. A 42-year-old former medical doctor at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford was convicted Oct. 22 on child rape and related charges following a jury trial in Fall River Superior Court and was sentenced to 12 years in state prison. Sujan Kayastha, of Dartmouth, was immediately sent to a state prison for his 12-year sentence followed by five years of supervised...
You're Invited: Meet Adorable Pups While Learning About Adopting & Fostering Dogs at Local Winery
Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, has announced an upcoming "Wine & Wags" event at a local winery that will have many adoptable pups currently being fostered in attendance. This event is the perfect place to meet dogs looking for forever homes if you're looking to add a furry friend to your family, or a great event to meet current foster families if you're interested in learning how to become a foster home for rescue dogs.
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