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Massachusetts' overflow shelter change could affect homeless, migrant families registering for school
NORFOLK, Mass. — Changes being made to the overflow shelters operated by Massachusetts for homeless and migrant families could have an impact on how many of those families can enroll their children in school districts where those shelters are located. Stays at the overflow shelters, sometimes called safety-net sites,...
Massachusetts 'meth and fentanyl kingpin' busted after illegal pill recipes found in his trash
The alleged kingpin of a Massachusetts meth and fentanyl empire with alleged ties to China was busted last week, hampering what was described as a "sprawling" operation involving the production and distribution of millions of counterfeit pills. Schuyler Oppenheimer, who reportedly used the alias "Michael Sylvain" when dealing with his...
Farmers markets would welcome brewers: Seasonal markets in reach for craft breweries
At the Grafton Farmers Market recently, I watched from the shade of a tree as people left a sunbaked Town Common toting a bottle of wine or cider among bags of sustainably-farmed vegetables and artisan breads. More arrivals stopped to listen to Ragged Hill Cider Co. co-founder Steve Garwood, sporting a tan safari...
The road takes Grace Potter to Indian Ranch to 'share the love'
Three-time Grammy-nominated rock 'n' roll songwriter, vocalist and instrumentalist Grace Potter is back living in her native state of Vermont after being in California, and has a number of upcoming New England tour dates including a visit to Indian Ranch in Webster on August 4. "There's something about the energy of New...
On (soon) with the show: Millbury's Elm Draught House cinema hits pause for renovations
MILLBURY ― The Elm Draught House Cinema has closed its doors. But rest assured, the beloved small-town movie house is not the latest casualty of COVID, streaming or the recent Hollywood strikes. The cinema, also referred to by locals as “The Elm,” is temporarily fading to black so it can become roomier, shinier...
Celebrate National Cheesecake Day at new Who Cut the Cheesecake location in Millbury
It’s National Cheesecake Day on July 30, and David Silva is celebrating by opening a second location of Who Cut the Cheesecake. Silva’s cheesecakes, made by hand, made with love, will be sold in a newly renovated space at 26 Main St., Millbury. Doors officially open at 11 a.m. National Cheesecake Day...
Parr discusses World War II
Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event in which author James L. Parr discussed his newest book “World War II Massachusetts.” 100+ live attendees gathered together online, eager to hear how those living in Massachusetts during this time were active in World War II (WWII) and its efforts.
Police investigate home overnight in Cumberland
CUMBERLAND, R.I. (WLNE) — Police were on scene this morning on Forest View Drive in Cumberland. ABC 6 news crews were on scene and observed officials searching a home, and putting a man in ambulance. Details remain limited at this time. ABC 6 has reached out for more information...
Senate committee votes to investigate Steward Health Care bankruptcy and subpoena its CEO
BOSTON (AP) — A Senate committee voted Thursday to authorize an investigation into the bankruptcy of Steward Health Care and to subpoena the company’s CEO, Dr. Ralph de la Torre. The subpoena would compel de la Torre to testify before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee...
Massachusetts' Summer EBT Program to Provide $120 Per Child for Groceries During School Break
Massachusetts residents with school-aged children may be in need of some financial relief during the height of summer. The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA), in collaboration with Governor Healey, has implemented the Summer EBT program, an initiative designed to assist families with additional funds for groceries. According to a statement from the City of Boston, eligible families will receive $120 per child to address food insecurity when school is out.
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