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Air quality alert in effect today in Massachusetts due to wildfire smoke. What to know
An air quality alert is in effect today in parts of Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection issued the alert Friday, saying the air quality would be unhealthy for sensitive groups as wildfire smoke from the west moves over the region. ...
Boston College 2024 Opponent Previews: Duquesne
That said, the Eagles have a stellar record against FCS opponents. Holy Cross almost got them last year, but BC has not lost to an FCS or DI-AA team since falling to UMass 27-0 in 1978. Given how much the Dukes lost to graduation and that they got trounced by superior teams (West Virginia, Coastal Carolina, Delaware, Youngstown State), it's hard to view them as a serious threat to Boston College. Nevertheless, they're on the schedule, so let's dive in.
Suffolk County Sheriff's Department Shows Community Spirit at Boston's 54th Annual August Moon Festival
Source: Facebook/ Suffolk County Sheriff's Department - Boston, MA. In a display of community engagement, the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department participated in the 54th Annual August Moon Festival this past weekend. The event, hosted by the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England, celebrated cultural traditions and the ushering in of autumn. It brought together people from various walks of life in Boston's bustling Chinatown.
Emerson national poll finds Harris with a lead on Trump
The poll is the first Emerson survey following President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the race. An Emerson College Polling national survey released Thursday found Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump 50% to 46%. The poll, which is the first Emerson survey following President...
Middleboro Rollover Crash Leads to Drug Arrest
MIDDLEBORO (WBSM) — A Boston man was arrested and faces drug and other charges following a rollover crash Thursday on Interstate 495 in Middleboro. Massachusetts State Police responded to reports of a rollover crash on I-495 southbound in Middleboro in the early afternoon of August 8. Troopers arrived to...
Man spotted hunting rabbits with bow and arrow in the Fenway
Neither the man nor the rabbit was found. A man was reported hunting rabbits with a bow and arrow in the Fenway area early Friday morning, police say. At about 1:45 a.m., officers responded to the area and observed a man with a bow and arrow who “possibly injured a small rabbit” with the weapon, but he “threw the rabbit into a bush and it ran away from there,” according to a police report.
Knights fall just short vs. Lawrence in thrilling debut
Varsity volleyball teams from Greenfield School and Lawrence Academy treated the spectators inside the Knights’ sweltering gym Thursday afternoon to quite a show for a season-opening match. Greenfield took the early lead then watched the Warriors seize control before forcing a fifth set and eventually succumbing by two points. Lawrence, which lost its season debut this week, evened its record […] The post Knights fall just short vs. Lawrence in thrilling debut first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
WALK, RUN & RIDE FOR A GOOD CAUSE THIS FALL WITH WCVB
Https://support.lupus.org/site...WCVB Channel 5, Boston's News and Community Leader, is proud to serve as a media partner with the following organizations who are making great strides supporting those in need and finding cures for some of our most dangerous health threats. Lace up your running shoes and get ready for these...
Popular Massachusetts-Born Actor is Celebrating a Birthday on Aug. 16
We have previously looked at some big-name celebrities who were born in Massachusetts. For example, we know both Mark and Donnie Wahlberg were born in Boston, Elizabeth Banks was born in Pittsfield, John Cena was born in West Newbury and the list of celebrities who have roots in Massachusetts is endless. We represent very well in the Bay State.
Register for Free Jamaica Pond Watercolor Painting Workshop
Registration is open for a free Boston Parks and Recreation watercolor painting workshop on September 28. We mention it now because space is very limited. But if people show a lot of interest, maybe there will be more workshops in Jamaica Plain. Parks and Rec held one earlier this spring/summer and registration filled up. Register here before someone else takes your spot.
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Best of Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird's passing and assists: Part I
Earlier this year, the fine folks over at NBC Sports Boston put together an excellent 10-part video series on the best highlights from Hall of Fame Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird. The video series helped carry fans through the slowest part of the pandemic-inflected 2021-22 regular season. With that well...
New surveillance images released of Roxbury armed robbery
BOSTON (WHDH) - New surveillance images were released of the man Boston police say robbed two women at gunpoint in Roxbury Sunday. Investigators said he got away with two gold chains but dropped one of the chain’s pendants. Surveillance video showed the man dressed in all black following the...
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