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These Massachusetts legislators are boycotting Netanyahnu’s speech to Congress
The Israeli prime minister is slated to address a Congress deeply divided over his leadership on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting Washington this week amid deepening tensions between the two ally nation’s leadership teams, and during a period of political flux in the United States. At...
A new era under former Holliston coach Todd Kiley: Franklin football's 2024 schedule
Change may be a good thing in Franklin, as the football team will have a new coach in Todd Kiley for the first time in almost a decade in 2024. The Panthers underwent a dramatic transformation over eight years under Eian Bain. Franklin mutated from a traditional ground and pound Hockomock team to...
Rhode Island reports first positive finding of West Nile Virus in mosquito sample
(WJAR) — Rhode Island reported the first finding of the West Nile Virus in a mosquito sample this year on Friday. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and the Rhode Island Department of Health announced that WNV was found in a mosquito sample collected in Pawtucket on July 15.
Rhode Island leaders celebrate millions in federal funding for RITPA
(WJAR) — Rhode Island leaders celebrated millions in federal funding for the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority on Friday. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse were among those who will celebrate RIPTA getting a $7.4 million fund from the Buses and Bus Facilities grant award. The award is...
Clinton St. industrial park provokes 17 hours of contentious debate
SHREWSBURY – Though the project has been before the Planning Board since January, the fate of a proposed industrial park on Clinton Street is still uncertain. After the project was introduced to the Planning Board on January 4, the board met monthly, discussing the project at length in February and March as more residents participated in public hearings.
Control Point holds event to educate about heat pumps, mini split
SHREWSBURY – Control Point Heating, Cooling and Plumbing recently invited the community to a free event at Broken Creek Vineyard to drink wine and learn about heat pumps and mini splits. When Danielle Boland joined the company last January, Control Point was doing 50% commercial and 50% residential products.
Four-bedroom home sells in Shrewsbury for $1.5 million
A spacious house located at 5 Emerson Circle in Shrewsbury has new owners. The 4,043-square-foot property, built in 2002, was sold on June 26, 2024. The $1,468,000 purchase price works out to $363 per square foot. This two-story home offers a spacious layout with four bedrooms and six bathrooms. On the exterior, the home features a hip roof design constructed with shingles (not wood). Inside, there is a fireplace. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the home features a garage. The property encompasses a generous 1.0-acre of land.
Public Health Advisory: Gauch Park Pond AND Jordan Pond - July 26, 2024
Gauch Park Pond (on Lake Quinsigamond) Jordan Pond (on Florence Street) - behind Coolidge School. During routine seasonal weekly water quality monitoring of select bodies of water in Shrewsbury, high levels of E. Coli were detected at:. Gauch Park Pond (on Lake Quinsigamond) - is located at the corner of...
New From the Desk of the Select Board - July 23, 2024 Update!
An update was provided to the community and the Board regarding the trash and recycling program and the transition to Casella. During the month of June 10,689 carts were successfully delivered to residents, with an additional 105 carts delievered in July that were purchased by residents for extra use. There...
DEM Clamps Down: Shellfish Ban Off Prudence Island Ahead of Aquapalooza Boat Bash
The Rhode Island DEM is not taking any chances next weekend. With hundreds of boats expected to gather off Prudence Island, the DEM has preemptively shut down 700 acres of shellfish grounds on the island’s north end. The closure kicks in at sunrise on July 27 and lasts until sunrise on August 3, covering the area from Providence Point to the northwest extension of Warner Avenue.
Governor McKee Declares July 28 as Rhode Island’s 35th Annual Governor’s Bay Day
In a move celebrating Rhode Island’s natural beauty, Governor Dan McKee signed an Executive Order today at the Rocky Point State Park Fishing Pier in Warwick, declaring Sunday, July 28, as the state’s 35th annual Governor’s Bay Day. The event will feature free parking at all Rhode Island state surf beaches on July 28, along with a special offer allowing recreational saltwater fishing without a license from Friday, July 26, through Sunday, July 28.
'Marvelous Wonderettes' is irresistible for Square One Players of Shrewsbury
The musical comedy "The Marvelous Wonderettes" has been called "irresistible" by the New York Times and it seems like another step in the right direction for the Square One Players of Shrewsbury, which will be putting on its seventh show and third musical since being founded in 2021. The Square One Players...
Bally's has new ownership after hedge-fund buyout. What does it mean for RI?
PROVIDENCE – Hedge fund Standard General, the majority shareholder in Bally's, which operates Rhode Island's two state-run casinos, has agreed to purchase the company's remaining shares, according to a Bally's press release. Bally's announced that it has accepted an $18.25-per-share buyout from Standard General, led by Bally’s chairman Soo Kim. ...
Rhode Island Prepares for Intense Heat Wave Next Week
Providence, RI – Residents across Rhode Island are advised to prepare for a significant heat wave next week. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), above-average temperatures with heat indices between 95 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit are expected. Some areas may experience heat indices exceeding 100 degrees. These elevated...
'Honored to be an All-Star': Seven Bravehearts selected to Futures League All-Star Game
WORCESTER — The Worcester Bravehearts returned home to Fitton Field Thursday morning after a brief All-Star break. Seven players were selected to the Futures All-Star Game, which took place Tuesday at Dodd Stadium in Norwich, Connecticut. Pitchers Nik Pavia and Brady Stuart, infielders Shea Grady and Dylan LaPointe, and outfielders Matt Milone, Owen Pincince and...
Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing leaving Framingham to open new Western Mass. location
An award-winning Framingham brewery has made the “difficult decision” to relocate to Western Massachusetts after licensing problems arose around its beer garden and planned patio. Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing Company, located for the past eight years at 81 Morton St. in Framingham, announced its decision to close and relocate...
'We’re all fired up': Holy Cross football has new look at coach, QB yet goals remain same
The Holy Cross football team has a new coach, new coordinators, a new playbook and a new starting quarterback, but the Crusaders’ goals for 2024 are the same as always. “That never changes,” HC senior running back Jordan Fuller said during Patriot League virtual media day Thursday. “(We want to) win the league...
Stowe & Degon (Shrewsbury) wins Kingsway Summer Basketball League
WORCESTER, Mass. — Stowe and Degon, the Shrewsbury High School-affiliated team, won the Kingsway Summer Basketball League Championship on Tuesday night at the Bob Cousy courts at Crompton Park 63-51 over Eddie's Super Plaza, the Doherty High School-affiliated team. Shrewsbury took an early lead and never relinquished it, holding...
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