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2.8M Across five floors, almost 5,000 robots, over 1,000 employees. Those are the numbers that will push parcels through Amazon’s new 2.8-million-square-foot distribution center with a 650,000-square-foot blueprint, expected to rev up its conveyor belts in the coming months in Charlton. The building is expected to generate approximately 4,000 vehicle trips per day,...
Psychedelics show promise treating mental health issues. But are they ready for primetime?
When Emily Oneschuk left the Navy in the spring of 2022 after more than four years of active duty, she was struggling with her mental health. The Wakefield native was an explosive ordnance disposal and diving officer. She was also grieving her brother, who was shot and killed by his roommate right before she joined the Navy.
'Beyond proud': Mother of Olympics medalist Stephen Nedoroscik thrilled over victory
As a real-life Clark Kent from “Superman” lore, Worcester native and Florida transplant Stephen Nedoroscik captured television audiences and social media viewers as the unassuming, bespectacled gymnast-turned-medal-winning “Pommel Horse Guy” at the 2024 Summer Olympics. And behind every great Pommel Horse Guy, there’s a great Pommel Horse Mom. ...
Upcoming vigil to remember victims of overdose, substance abuse. What to know about it
QUINCY ‒ On a large screen outside city hall, the names and faces of lost sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, parents and loved ones will appear one after the other for a solid 30 minutes. The annual presentation drives home the scope and deep local impact of the ongoing opioid epidemic, which has claimed the lives of well over half-million Americans since the turn of the century. Quincy's 14th candlelight vigil in memory of those from Quincy...
See all homes sold in Worcester County, Aug. 18 to Aug. 24
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Worcester County reported from Aug. 18 to Aug. 24. There were 158 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,663-square-foot home on Peach Tree Street in West Boylston that sold for $450,000.
Plainville, North Attleboro, Wrentham, Foxboro, Mansfield and Franklin respond to 5 vehicle crash that injured 7 including 4 children
PLAINVILLE — Acting Chief Robert Skinner reports that the Plainville Fire Department responded to a serious multi-vehicle crash on Route 1 Saturday night. At approximately 8:30 p.m., Plainville Fire received notification about a crash on Route 1 near Route 495. Upon arrival, paramedics came upon a five-vehicle crash with...
5 dental industry executive moves in 3 days
There has been increased activity in the dental industry when it comes to executive moves, with four appointments and one resignation in the past three days. Here are five recent dental executive moves, as reported by Becker's since Aug. 20:. 1. The American Dental Association promoted Michelle Kruse to the...
New England Weather Alert: Severe Storms with Damaging Winds, Hail Expected Monday Afternoon
Boston, MA – Southern New England is under a severe weather alert as thunderstorms are forecasted to impact the region on Monday afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that some storms could become severe, bringing significant threats to the area. According to the NWS Boston office,...
Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section arrests level 3 offender wanted for questioning
The Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section Metro Team has arrested 53-year-old Edmund LaChance for failing to register with the Sex Offender Registry Board. According to the Massachusetts State Police, LaChance was separately wanted for questioning in a disturbing incident on Tuesday evening when a suspicious man driving in...
Two More MA National Drug Stores Have Closed their Doors, Permanently!
A new court filing this week announces the number of Rite Aid locations have dwindled as 77 stores have become casualties while the drug chain continues downsizing amid a bankruptcy that was recently filed by the national pharmacy chain. Hundreds of Rite Aid locations have closed since an initial announcement...
Massive Massachusetts Meat Recall Due To Dangerous Metal
It's just one of those things that I'm terrified of. For some, it's sharks. For others, it's spiders that scare them. To each his own, I say. For whatever reason, I've always been scared of biting into something and finding some foreign object that shouldn't be there. It could be...
Massachusetts Man Missing in South Carolina During Family Vacation
Recently, 60 year old Massachusetts man Stanley Kotowski goes missing during a vacation in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Currently, they ask local home and business owners to periodically check security camera footage to see if they can find him. Moreover, they stress the importance of checking places like pools, sheds, and any other quiet, secluded areas where the man could be missing.
Home To U.S.’s Largest Debt Increase Is Iconic Massachusetts City
Some shocking news concerning certain Massachusetts residents according to the personal finance pros at WalletHub. Debt is a major global concern for many people nowadays obviously. But this latest report from WalletHub was still something of a shocker to me. WalletHub just released its report on the Cities Where People...
Springsteen Was the First Rocker to Play Boston’s Fenway Park
Boston's Fenway Park has seen its share of action in the 100-plus years it has been active. For my money, the 2004 American League Championship Series between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees that led to Boston's first World Series title in 86 years was about as exciting as it gets.
Danny Jansen will officially become the first MLB player ever to play for 2 teams in the same game with a wacky scenario
Earlier this month, we told you about how current Boston Red Sox catcher Danny Jansen had the chance to become the first MLB player to ever play for two teams in the same game. Now, it’s actually going to happen. As you might recall: The Red Sox and Toronto...
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