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Governor Healey signs Parentage Act
BOSTON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - On Monday, Governor Maura Healey hosted a signing ceremony for an act to ensure legal parent equality. The Parentage Act is historic legislation that updates the state’s parentage laws for the first time in 40 years, in an effort to make them more inclusive. The...
Harris running mate Tim Walz set for fundraisers in Boston, RI this week
A week after climbing aboard the Harris presidential ticket, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is making a fundraising swing through the Northeast, including a reception in Boston. It's "his first fundraising blitz," the campaign said Monday morning as it announced Walz' tour, which starts on the West Coast on Tuesday with a Newport Beach event.
97.5 WOKQ’s College Kickoff: Win $2,000 from Cardi’s Furniture and Mattresses
It's that time of year already... College kids are going to need furniture for their dorm rooms and parents need furniture to convert their bedrooms into an office, new home gym, cozy TV room or, well, into whatever they want. And that's where we come in. We are teaming up...
DHMC recognized nationally for stroke care
LEBANON, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – A New Hampshire hospital has been recognized on a national scale for its work caring for stroke patients. According to a news release from Dartmouth Health (DH), Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) in Lebanon has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award.
Plane lands with gear up at Laconia Municipal Airport, FAA says
GILFORD, N.H. — A plane landed with its gear up at a Lakes Region airport on Sunday, the Federal Aviation Administration said. According to the FAA, the single-engine Lake LA-250 landed at Laconia Municipal Airport in Gilford around noon with its gear up. Authorities said the plane sustained minimal damage.
Hudson is headed to American Legion World Series after rally to Northeast title
World Series bound! @HudsonPost100 defeats @UDPost14 15-9 to win their first Regional championship after a 5-0 week. Hudson will begin round robin play against Wayne County, NC Thursday in Shelby, NC to begin the @legionbaseball World Series. @tgsports pic.twitter.com/uocVvOHcl9— Daily News Sports (@MetroWestSports) August 11, 2024 MANCHESTER, N.H. — After a six-run second inning, it looked like the Cardiac Kids were poised to become the Blowout Boys in the American Legion Northeast Regional championship game. ...
New Massachusetts law bars circuses from using elephants, lions, giraffes and other animals
BOSTON (AP) — The use of elephants, lions, giraffes and other animals in traveling acts like circuses is now banned in Massachusetts after Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a bill prohibiting the practice. Supporters of the legislation, which Healey signed Friday, said the goal is to help prevent the mistreatment of animals. Beginning Jan. 1, traveling acts, like circuses, carnivals and fairs, will be prohibited from using certain animals, including lions, tigers, bears, elephants, giraffes, and primates, for entertainment, under the law. Exceptions include animals that live at a zoo and the use of animals in filming movies. Non-exotic animals like horses, chickens, pigs, and rabbits can continue to be exhibited.
A NY Radio Station That Reaches MA Will Cease to Exist
Another era has been set to end, as WCBS 880 AM News Radio will halt its programming by month's end, nearly six decades after its first broadcast which took effect on August 28, 1967. This is a shocking development for someone who was with this station while growing up in my ol' hometown of New York City. What impressed me is the 50,00 watt signal at night gave me a crystal clear reception on the car radio as I would catch up on headlines when travelling outside the core listening area.
Families who slept outside T station evicted from Quincy church’s garden
A church in Quincy that opened its garden to seven immigrant families was abruptly told on Friday that it must take down the tents. The 24 Haitian migrants, including several children and a 1-year-old infant, are in limbo again, after sleeping outside of Wollaston Station. An inspector showed up at...
How the New Vermonter Education Program helps refugees
The School for International Training is celebrating its 60th year of educating students. In a partnership with World Learning, the school launched the New Vermonter Education Program, resettling refugees on its Brattleboro campus.
Healey approves of Everett soccer stadium idea, but timeline still unknown
Gov. Maura Healey suggested Friday that Massachusetts lawmakers could return next month to tackle major unfinished business, though a spokesperson walked back that timeline on Monday. As Healey voiced her support on The Greg Hill Show for the construction of an Everett soccer stadium, a policy addressed by language in...
Cops for Kids with Cancer donate $5,000 to 2-year-old Worcester boy and family
WORCESTER, Mass. – Some of the money two Worcester police officers raised while running the Boston Marathon is going back into the community. The family of 2-year-old Emilio Ledesma received a $5,000 check from Cops for Kids with Cancer Monday. The Worcester police officers donated some of the money...
Worcester Woman Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges Including Crack Cocaine and Fentanyl Distribution
In the early hours of the morning on Worcester’s Millbury Street, a routine police watch turned into a drug bust, leading to the arrest of a 44-year-old woman on multiple narcotics charges. At around 12:45 AM, Worcester Police officers claimed to observe Jamie Gervais engaging in suspicious behavior, which they believed to be drug-related exchanges involving crack cocaine and fentanyl. The account, detailed by the Worcester Police Department, describes the subsequent arrest and the charges laid upon Gervais.
Authorities Search for Suspects in Back-to-Back Smash-and-Grab Burglaries at Danvers and Saugus Smoke Shops
Authorities in Danvers and Saugus, Massachusetts, are on the hunt for suspects following a pair of smash-and-grab burglaries at local smoke shops. The break-ins occurred early Sunday morning with both establishments suffering significant losses. According to NBC10 Boston, the City Smoke Shop in Danvers was the first to be hit when three masked men reportedly reversed an automobile into the storefront on Route 114, swiftly grabbing cigarettes and tobacco.
Thus Love celebrate friendship and owl its benefits with ‘Birthday Song’
Vermont’s musical torch continues to pass from one strong act to another — and now, it’s being carried by Brattleboro’s own Thus Love. The band, who first hit the scene two years ago with their full-length debut Memorial, shared “Birthday Song” on Wednesday (August 7). It’s the first look into their sophomore effort, All Pleasure, due November 1 on Captured Tracks.
Steamship Authority Fast Ferry Hits Barge In Nantucket Harbor
The Steamship Authority's fast ferry, the M/V Iyanough, suffered minor damage to its stern and had one round-trip canceled on Monday after it hit a barge tied up at the end of Steamboat Wharf in Nantucket Harbor. The incident occurred as the vessel was backing out of the south slip...
Escaped bull fatally shot after causing 3-vehicle wreck on I-495, charging at officers, police say
A 1,300-pound bull charged at police, prompting a rifle-wielding officer to open fire on the animal after it broke loose from a farm and caused a car wreck on Interstate 495 in Raynham on Monday morning, authorities said.
A Message From the Hingham School Committee: Superintendent Dr. Adams to Resign
This morning, Dr. Margaret Adams informed the School Committee of her decision to resign as Superintendent effective August 23, 2024. We are incredibly grateful to Dr. Adams for her dedicated and tireless work on behalf of our students, staff, and families. Her leadership guided the district toward our collective mission of cultivating an equitable, inclusive, and innovative learning environment that supports the needs of all students. Dr. Adams’ accomplishments over the past two years are numerous, and include: significant progress implementing year one and two of the strategic plan; the development of effective district wide technology, professional development, and communication plans; a high quality equity audit; and an evaluation of special education. Dr. Adams is a highly skilled and qualified leader and we wish her the best in her future endeavors.
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