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And the bands play on: Pink Floyd tribute band performs July 19
About one thousand concertgoers (a small fraction of the Independence Day concert) enjoyed perfect weather and a full moon as they watched the Pink Floyd tribute band Into the Floyd, and a full production laser light show, from the grassy hillside at NARA Park on July 19. The Friday night...
Vegan New England Patriot Deatrich Wise Jr. becomes owner of Cambridge diner
The vegan diet tends to raise eyebrows in the NFL, where meat-eating is the more typical route toward getting muscular. When New England Patriot Deatrich Wise, Jr. went against the traditional food regimen of a defensive end, his teammates questioned his ability to maintain a strong figure. Following his rookie year, Wise said that if he lost any muscle mass, he would return to eating eggs. Over five years later, not an egg has yet to be cooked.
“Warrior Family” to Collect Books for Boston NICUs at Farmers Market
Adrianna and Joe Costanzo are happy to say that their “miracle baby” Anthony is now a healthy, happy 4-year-old. The family will be collecting new and used books (in good condition) for Boston-area NICU’s at the August 2nd Franklin Farmers Market. Four-year-old Anthony Francis Costanzo, of Franklin,...
Boston Bruins Target Ex-Red Wings Forward for Short-Term Deal
The Boston Bruins face a significant depth challenge on the wing following the departure of key players like DeBrusk and van Riemsdyk, prompting a search for experienced additions, amid constraints due to pending contracts, like Swayman's. One potential target for the team is former Red Wings forward Dominik Kubalik, who struggled with the Ottawa Senators but showcased strong performance in previous seasons.
Whoa: Dramatic Video of Whale Capsizing a Boat in New Hampshire
First off, all the boaters are just fine, and I'm sure the 40-ton humpback whale is, too. Now, let's head to Rye. According to Boston Globe Media, a whale breaching our Atlantic Ocean waters of the New Hampshire Seacoast landed on a 23-foot fishing boat, tossing the people into the water. The attached video was captured by a teen named Wyatt Yager, and what a capture it was.
1 Jar of Salsa Cost a New England Town $20,000 in Damages and Repairs
If you are like me, you read that headline and said, "Uh, WHAT?" How can one jar of salsa cost a town over $20,000?. I'll tell you how: glass. Nearly every public pool has a few rules: no outside food, and NO glass in the form of a water bottle, beer bottle, or in this case, a salsa jar.
DA honors Auburn officers, dispatchers and K9 for search and rescue of missing child
AUBURN — The search for a missing 12-year-old boy on a cold January night had a positive outcome. On Thursday, those who helped craft the successful story were honored in a ceremony at the police station. “These officers and dispatchers worked together to swiftly put an end to this family’s worst nightmare,” said...
Canton woman with ALS finds way to read to her grandchildren even after she’s gone
Editor’s note: This article has been updated to correct a name in a caption and clarify who will push Della Larsen in the Falmouth Road Race. A year ago in April, Della Larsen, 59, was diagnosed with an incurable disease that is expected to take away her ability to do basic tasks over the next few years or months before it claims her life.
A secret wedding, erosion, and more: Some of our most-read Cape Cod stories of the week
The dog days of summer are here on Cape Cod and it has been a busy season on the Cape. The Barnstable County Fair is underway, an Eastham woman hit it big on a scratch ticket, fallout continues from the broken Vineyard Wind blade, and more. Also, don't forget to check out Cape Cod Times sports coverage of the Cape Cod Baseball League, including voting in our polls for best Cape league pitcher, infielder, and outfielder of the week in our polls. Plus, be sure...
NH AG identifies man killed in police-involved shooting in Kensington
KENSINGTON — Authorities have identified the man shot and killed July 22 after an hours-long standoff with police at a home on Olivia Lane in Kensington. Anthony J. Previte, 29, of Kensington, was armed when he was fatally shot in a police-involved shooting, according to the state attorney general's office. The shooting took place...
Harmony Montgomery's mother, volunteers search for her remains in Massachusetts' North Shore
SAUGUS, Mass. — A team of volunteers gathered Saturday morning to search parts of North Shore Massachusetts communities for the missing remains of a New Hampshire girl, Harmony Montgomery. The little girl was reported missing in 2021 but authorities believe she was killed nearly two years earlier, when she...
WATCH: Patriots WR Ja’Lynn Polk makes leaping catch on Drake Maye deep throw
The New England Patriots’ top-two rookies connected on one of the best plays of Day 3 training camp practice on Friday. It was initially a shaky day for the offense, and then out of nowhere, Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye dropped back and uncorked a beautiful deep ball downfield, which was secured into the leaping arms of rookie wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk. New England is hoping the play was a sign of things to come for an offense that has consistently struggled to stretch the field. Polk is steadily looking like a steal in the second round. Plays like this one prove he...
Update: Huge Massachusetts Company Laying Off Over 600 Employees Announces More Cuts
Pharmaceutical Company Laying Off 641 Employees Just Announced More Cuts. A little over a year ago, Takeda, one of the biggest companies in Massachusetts, was financially "in great shape," according to Forbes. What a difference a year can make. Takeda announced that they would lay off over 600 employees, according to Boston.com.
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