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Topsfield Fair: First timer wins 6th annual Hot Dog Eating Contest
At the Topsfield Fair’s 6th annual Hot Dog Eating Contest, a first-time participant claimed the title and grand prize of over $200 after scarfing down nine, quarter-pound hot dogs in seven minutes flat. “They’re much bigger than I thought they were gonna be,” the winning eater, Colin Coates, 39,...
Nibi the ‘diva’ beaver ordered to stay in custody of wildlife rescue
This critter is dam’ lucky. A “diva” beaver named Nibi will get to live out her days in the Massachusetts wildlife rescue she calls home — thanks to officials who stopped a plan to release her back into the wild, which her keepers feared would mean certain death. The wily woodland creature’s plight gnawed at the heart strings of tens of thousands of people who signed an online petition protesting an order by the state wildlife agency to put Nibi back in the outdoors — even though she had spent her life with people and had no skills to survive. Massachusetts Governor...
What is Dock Dogs? Catch this dog-jumping competition at the Topsfield Fair
The Topsfield Fair is known for housing pigs, rabbits, cows and other farm animals — but fairgoers may notice a surplus of dogs at this year’s fair. That’s because of Dock Dogs, which made its debut at the 2024 Topsfield Fair when it opened for an 11-day run on Friday, Oct. 4.
Spooky Northeastern Towns to Explore This Fall
Fall in the northeast is a magical time. The leaves turn vibrant shades of crimson and gold, the air becomes crisp, and a sense of cozy anticipation settles over the land. But beneath the picturesque autumnal beauty lies a darker, more mysterious side to the region – a history laced in folklore, ghost stories, and unexplained phenomena.
Here’s why Jay Leno is so happy to be back in New England
In Newport, R.I., Jay Leno talks rare cars, Andover High days, and getting peer-pressured into calling Obama. When I reach Jay Leno, the Andover native is in his happy place: in New England, surrounded by cars. “I started working on cars before I had my license. Uptown was seven miles...
Reporter travels through the heart and soul of Saugus
Elizabeth Della PianaSAUGUS — The Saugus Public Library, in conjunction with New Friends of the Saugus Public Library, presents author and “Chronicle” journalist Ted Reinstein, who will be giving a talk on his newest book, “Travels Through the Heart and Soul of New England: Stories of Struggle, Resilience, and Triumph,” on Oct. 8. After 25 years of […] The post Reporter travels through the heart and soul of Saugus appeared first on Itemlive.
Hurricane Helene displaced hundreds of animals. Some are coming to MA for adoption
Hurricane Helene devastated the southern United States, killing over 200 people, swallowing towns and displacing thousands of people. And in the wake of all the destruction, pets have been left without homes too. Since the storm, MSPCA-Angell has been working to bring these animals to Massachusetts to find homes for them up North. ...
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