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The weekend: Heels & Wheels, Friday Fun & Brunch party among 33 things to do in Northern RI
Northern, RI – Dare we say this weather is perfect?. Welcome to The Weekend, northern Rhode Island, where we round up our local events and happening so you can make the most of your free time – locally. Many of our area businesses and venues have been closed over the past few weeks – and we took a break ourselves, at least from these weekly features.
Sanders, Cassidy launch investigation into Steward Health bankruptcy
The Senate Health Committee is launching an investigation into the bankruptcy of Steward Health Care, a Dallas-based hospital chain with a significant presence in eastern Massachusetts, and will vote next week on issuing a subpoena to its CEO, Ralph de la Torre. Steward operates 31 hospitals in eight states, including eight in Massachusetts. It filed…
Oxford Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Drug Distribution
BOSTON – A local man was sentenced in federal court in Boston on Thursday, after pleading guilty to drug charges. According to federal prosecutors, Chaasad Cyprien, 24, of Oxford, received a sentence of two years in prison and three years of supervised release. He pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine and to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute cocaine, in April.
Fall River, Worcester, and Boston area firefighters among those headed to battle large Montana fire
Boston — On Friday July 19, the Department of Conservation and Recreation and Department of Fish and Game will send a crew of wildland firefighters to Helena, Montana, where they will help battle one of nine active and uncontained large fires currently burning almost 46,000 acres across the state.
'Last sip': Boutique wine store closing in Worcester Public Market
WORCESTER — After nearly three years of selling boutique wine at the Worcester Public Market, Canal District Wines announced Thursday that it will close to the public July 28. The women- and LGBTQ+-owned business announced on its website and social media accounts that it was unable to reach a lease-renewal agreement with...
Red Sox Prospect Earns Unique Nickname Due To Stellar Plate Discipline
Boston Red Sox prospect Chase Meidroth is almost as likely to get on base with a walk as he is with a hit. The 5-foot-10, 170-pound infielder has 83 hits and 71 walks in 80 games with Triple-A Worcester this season. But that’s only part of the story. Meidroth has also only struck out 40 times.
WooSox Alvarez made Olympic history
WORCESTER, Mass. -- Every two years when the Olympics roll around, no matter if it's the summer or winter games, Worcester Red Sox infielder Eddy Alvarez gets chills, because he knows how hard every athlete has worked and all their sacrifice. He also knows how proud you feel and what...
Mayor Joe Petty on Protecting Worcester’s Vulnerable in Heat
Worcester, MA- Worcester Mayor Joe Petty on keeping the city’s most vulnerable safe during this hot and humid summer. Petty also looks at what can be done to mitigate the closing of the Stop and Shop on Lincoln St. He talks about the impact on the neighborhood, of meeting with Stop and Shop to have them reverse the decision, or getting another large chain to come in.
Worcester Diocese announces 2 Catholic churches will merge
OXFORD ― Two Catholic congregations in Oxford are set to merge after a decree by Worcester Bishop Robert Joseph McManus. The two parishes, St. Roch and St. Ann, share the same pastor, the Rev. James J. Boulette, and are about three miles apart. St. Ann, at 652 Main St., will be closed...
Law Enforcement Issues Reminder On Dangers Of Xylazine
WOBURN, MA — Law Enforcement in Middlesex County, specifically in Greater Lowell, have seen several overdoses of suspected Xylazine in recent weeks. Xylazine is a commonly used drug for veterinarians and zookeepers. It is an animal tranquilizer and can be extremely dangerous, especially when used with opioids. Because Xylazine...
Alex Verdugo's complete spiral after homering at Fenway Park is Red Sox karma
Things have been going well for the Boston Red Sox since the beginning of June — right around the time of their first series of the year against their rival NewYork Yankees. But before the Sox took off up the American League East and wild card standings, Alex Verdugo got his moment.
Gellman on Raising the Age for Teens Charged as Adults: Boston Globe
Associate Professor Mneesha Gellman, Director of the Emerson Prison Initiative, wrote a letter to the editor of the Boston Globe in support of a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature that would raise the age at which someone could be tried as an adult to 18 for most offenses. “Raising the...
Future For Ailing Red Sox Infielder Becoming Less Blurry
Since Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas went down with a left rib strain, it’s been murky waters about his return. The news came in late May that Casas was close to ramping up his rehab. Then, in late June, the 24-year-old was reportedly on the verge of regularly swinging in the cage. But neither materialized, and the first baseman is still left without a concrete timetable. However, recent predictions regarding Casas’ outlook shine a brighter light. The future for the ailing infielder is becoming less blurry.
Phish Avoids Rocking The Boat At Straight-Ahead 2024 Summer Tour Opener In Massachusetts [Photos/Videos]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, Phish summer tour. The band kicked off its 26-date seasonal trek on Friday with its first of three shows at Mansfield, MA’s Xfinity Center, delivering a straightforward concert of classic—if a little predictable—cuts along with a couple songs from the band’s latest album, Evolve.
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