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Holtec appeals state's denial to discharge Pilgrim wastewater into Cape Cod Bay
Holtec Decommissioning International LLC is appealing a state ruling denying the company permission to release treated wastewater from the former Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station into Cape Cod Bay. Identifying Cape Cod Bay as "a protected ocean sanctuary" as defined under the Massachusetts Ocean Sanctuaries Act, the state Department of Environmental Protection on July 18 determined that Holtec is prohibited from "the dumping or discharge of industrial wastes into protected state waters" and turned down its application...
MSPCA seeking adopter for ‘very special’ senior cat
Fifteen-year-old Mittens is in need of a home, the MSPCA says. A “very special” senior cat is in need of a new owner, the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals said on Monday. Mittens, 15, needs a “perfect retirement home.” He was hit by a...
Nearly 6,000 open positions listed in Massachusetts schools
WATERTOWN - In Watertown, Massachusetts, 42 new teachers sat for a new teacher orientation inside the Hosmer Elementary School Monday. In a time when hiring teachers and filling staff positions is difficult, that feels like a great success - one the Watertown superintendent credits to the city investing in its school system. "We are in brand new buildings," Dr. Deanne Galdston explained. "All of our elementary schools are basically brand new. We have a new high school on deck that's going to be opening up next spring. We worked very cooperatively with our teachers' union and we have a...
Sand, gravel mining in southeastern MA draws activists. Report points to cranberry growers
BOSTON − Activists seeking a moratorium on sand and gravel mining operations in southeastern Massachusetts delivered a petition to Beacon Hill leaders Tuesday demanding action from Gov. Maura Healey and state environmental protection officials. The Community Land and Water Coalition, in Plymouth, which says its mission is to protect...
Be prepared for fog in 12 Massachusetts counties until early Tuesday morning
The National Weather Service issued a report at 9:19 p.m. on Monday for fog until Tuesday at 4 a.m. for Northern Worcester and Southern Worcester as well as Franklin, Middlesex, Essex, Hampshire, Hampden, Norfolk, Suffolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket counties. Navigating fog: Safety tips by the weather service.
MassHealth drops bid to consolidate assessments
Following a groundswell of advocacy from people with disabilities and local service agencies, MassHealth officials are switching gears on a wide-ranging change they had planned to make to the state's care delivery system -- though the agency is still pursuing some reform.
City of Revere Enhances Water Infrastructure to Improve Water Pressure and Fire Safety Citywide
REVERE, MA—In May, the City of Revere completed a $3 million rehabilitation of the water main infrastructure in the Oak Island neighborhood. The project was highlighted by installing two eight-inch water mains on Bridge Street, which replaced an aging six-inch pipe at risk of failure underneath the MBTA commuter rail tracks.
New Turf Project and Rumney Marsh Field Underway
REVERE, MA– Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr. and the City of Revere Parks and Recreation Department are pleased to announce the commencement of the replacement of the artificial turf at Rumney Marsh Academy. This project, representing a half-million-dollar investment, began on August 20, 2024, and is expected to be completed within two and a half weeks. The new turf installation is a yet another step forward in enhancing the quality and safety of recreational areas, parks, and open space in Revere.
Library Storytime at 21 Main with Tricia!
The Sawyer Free Library is thrilled to bring storytime back to 21 Main Street! Starting August 28th, join the Library every Wednesday morning from 10:30 to 11:15 am for a fun and interactive experience with the new Children’s Librarian, Tricia Balsan. Children of all ages, along with their caregivers, are welcome to participate in this engaging session where everyone moves, sings, plays, and shares stories together. Tricia, a picturebook enthusiast, will share some of her favorite books and introduce both kids and adults to the unique art and design elements that make these stories special.
Upcoming Vaccine Clinic Gains New Importance After Recent Infectious Meningitis Case in Gloucester
GLOUCESTER – On Saturday, August 24th, a Gloucester child was diagnosed with a serious infectious illness caused by Neisseria Meningitidis. The patient is being treated and is recovering. The bacteria that causes this illness can spread between persons of all ages if they are in close contact that involves an exchange of saliva (spit). This can happen through activities such as:
Waltham opens new state-of-the-art high school
WALTHAM – It's not only the start of a new school year, but the start of a new era in Waltham, Massachusetts as the city opens a new high school."They're just really epic facilities that are going to benefit our students for generations to come," Waltham Superintendent of Schools Marisa Mendonsa said.New Waltham High SchoolThe new and improved Waltham High School is five years in the making thanks to a nearly $400 million loan, the largest in Massachusetts history for a public school.It has a new cosmetology lab, where in just a few weeks members of the public can actually...
51-Year Business Hercules Press Converts to Minuteman Press Franchise
Hercules Press, which has been operating for 51 years, has been sold by retiring second-generation owner Michael Macrides to new Minuteman Press franchise owner Michael Campagnone. Moving forward, the business is now operating as Minuteman Press in West Roxbury. The business remains located at 91 Spring Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132.
Men’s Soccer Selected Third in Ivy League Preseason Poll
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Harvard University men's soccer was selected to finish third in the 2024 Ivy League Men's Soccer Preseason Media Poll, the Ivy League conference office announced on Tuesday afternoon. The Crimson took the third position behind 83 total points. Penn (115 points, seven first-place votes) and Yale...
City Hires Watertown’s First Director of Community Design
The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:. City Manager George Proakis is excited to announce that the City of Watertown has hired Erika Oliver Jerram as the City of Watertown’s new Director of Community Design!. Erika is a certified professional planner with over 20 years of...
COPS Office to provide technical assistance to Boston Police Department
The U.S. Justice Department’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services announced on Aug. 8 that it will engage with the Boston Police Department to provide a review and assessment of operations within the Boston Police Department’s Human Resources section. The review will determine whether processes and structures within...
Single-family residence in Concord sells for $2.8 million
The spacious property located at 40 Spencer Brook Road in Concord was sold on Aug. 6, 2024 for $2,750,000, or $1,057 per square foot. The house, built in 1967, has an interior space of 2,602 square feet. This single-story house offers a roomy layout with five bedrooms and five baths. On the exterior, the home features a gable roof design constructed with asphalt roofing. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. The property is equipped with hot water heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the house comes with an underground/basement garage. The lot of the property covers a substantial area of 2.6-acre.
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