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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.
Boston Brick Co. Gives Updates on New Location in Massachusetts
Boston Brick Co., a popular small business in Weymouth that specializes in all things LEGO, has revealed some updates about the opening of their second location in Massachusetts. They originally announced the news of a new store opening somewhere near the Burlington Mall back in August, stating that the plan was to open the new space sometime in the fall. Now, two months later during the first week of October, Boston Brick Co. has revealed how far in the process the Burlington store is, and how their community can support them.
What $650,000 or less gets you in Norfolk County, Sept. 29 to Oct. 5
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between Sep. 29 and Oct. 5. In this article, we outline recent property sales in Norfolk County, all of which featured homes under $650,000. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top...
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"...
Multi family in Cohasset sells for $3.6 million
The property located at 185 Jerusalem Road in Cohasset was sold on Sept. 10, 2024. The $3,550,000 purchase price works out to $696 per square foot. The multi-unit house, built in 1900, has an interior space of 5,100 square feet. This two-story multi-family features a total of seven bedrooms and four bathrooms. The home's external structure has a gable roof design, covered with wood shake roofing / shingles. Inside, there is one fireplace. The property is equipped with hot water heating and a cooling system. The property occupies a sizable 0.8-acre lot.
Cleanup of Mass. pool with salsa jar found inside cost over $12K, report says
The closure of a Needham pool this summer, where a broken jar of salsa was found, cost the town $12,657, according to Boston.com. On July 14, a broken jar was seen next to the pool at the Rosemary Recreation Complex, with shattered glass found inside the pool, the news website reported.
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.
5 Things to Expect at Wicked Haunted Fest at Hood Park
Move over, Salem! Our neighbors in Charlestown have Wicked Haunted Fest – a new immersive Halloween experience at Hood Park opening in October. Here are 5 Things to Expect at this spooky neighborhood event!. Three Haunted Houses. The festival’s centerpiece will be three Hollywood-caliber haunted house experiences, each with...
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...
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