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West Bridgewater Belly Busters food truck offers lamb gyro, wraps, fries and more
BRIDGEWATER — One local man is turning up the heat with delicious flavors that won't break the bank and he hopes will leave you full and satisfied. Belly Busters is a food truck business that is doing exactly what it sounds like — "busting belly's,", according to the owner, Jarrod Phillips, a longtime foodie.
Plymouth man wins state lottery prize after dream about buying a ticket
Dreams come true for one Plymouth man, as Howard Kendall Jr. became the winner of a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$4,000,000 Diamonds” $10 instant ticket game. Kendall said the night before he won, he had a dream that he bought a “Diamonds” ticket. Kendall chose to receive a one-time payment of $650,000 before taxes. He said he plans to help his kids and grandchildren with the winnings. Kendall purchased the winning ticket at the 7-Eleven on State Road in Plymouth. The store receives a $10,000 bonus for its sale of this ticket.
Netflix announces documentary series focused on Karen Read murder trial
Netflix has announced a three-part documentary series focused on the. murder trial and the death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe. Read faced charges including second-degree murder in the death of O'Keefe, her boyfriend, with prosecutors alleging that she struck him with her SUV outside a home in Canton, Massachusetts, in January 2022. But her defense argued that she was the victim of a law enforcement conspiracy to protect the real killers.
Top stories: Vote for Taunton area's best ice cream; find free summer concerts
Before we begin the new week in earnest, we're taking a look back at the week that was, and the stories that led the news with Taunton Daily Gazette readers. A look ahead at Taunton High School's upcoming football schedule. More of the Gazette's picks for All-Scholastics. This past week,...
Review & setlist: Phish reminds us never to miss a Sunday show
Second sets are treated as a different species in the Phish universe, and on Sunday night the band proved why. A review of a singular Phish show sometimes feels like reading a headline without reading the full article. It’s difficult, both for longtime fans of the band and for newcomers, to fully grasp without understanding its context — the shows directly before and after it and their respective setlists; Evolve, the band’s new studio album, and the songs off of it which have been polished in live shows for years now; the tour, the year, the venue.
Zach Bryan Shows New England That Songwriters Have A Place On The Big Stage [Photos/Videos]
Country singer-songwriter Zach Bryan returned to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA on Wednesday for his second show at the home of the NFL’s New England Patriots in two months. Now deep into the Quittin’ Time Tour, it has been somewhat shocking to see him fill stadiums given how far the plain-spoken 28-year-old is from the stereotypical mass-appeal stadium act.
Phish Makes ‘The Connection’ At 3rd Show Of Summer Tour Opening Run In Mansfield
For Phish’s first-ever third consecutive night at the historic amphitheater affectionately known as Great Woods, the band collectively put on their Sunday best and dazzled with a show that featured rarities (including several bonafide bust-outs), classic Phish peak jamming, and a new strain of their textural improvisations that the band has been exploring since December 28, 2023.
Childhood friends hit the bullseye with new Middleboro axe-throwing bar
MIDDLEBORO — Faris Ojjeh always dreamed of owning his own business. After a few attempts, he believes his newest venture will be the one that sticks. Ojjeh and his business partner and best friend Jacob Chartier opened Hatchet in Hand Axe Throwing Bar in Middleboro on Wednesday, July 17.
Dan O’Brien’s Advice: Embrace the Side Hustle to Thrive in Radio
Recently, the topic of “side hustles” came up on the Toucher & Hardy Morning Show when it was made aware to them that one of the Producers of the show, Dan O’Brien, has a beach wagon rental business in addition to working on the Toucher & Hardy Morning Show.
Best ice cream in the Fall River area? One shop stood out as the cream of the crop
We all scream for ice cream — that's especially true this scorching summer. But which ice cream shop do we scream for the loudest?. Ahead of National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 21, we asked our readers to weigh in on their favorite local frozen treat stop, with a list of 10 popular places to pick from.
Massachusetts luthier handcrafting one-of-a-kind guitars
ROCKLAND, Mass. — Imagine being a musician and having an instrument that is tailored exactly to your individual specifications. At Tafty’s Home for Wayward Guitars, owner Gary Taft is doing just that. "I enjoy building things. Anything really. I’ve been in construction for 35 years so building stuff...
Electric Dreams Starring Chuck Palmer to play 2024 Milton Summer Concert Series July 24
Electric Dreams Starring Chuck Palmer to play 2024 Milton Summer Concert Series July 24. Grab your lawn chairs, pack a picnic, and get ready to enjoy the sounds of summer at Milton’s Summer Concert Series. We’ll see you there!. Time & Place:. Location: Baron Hugo Gazebo at Town...
“All About Foxes” virtual talk with Bob Michelson to take place at the Milton Public Library on July 23
“All About Foxes” virtual talk with Bob Michelson to take place at the Milton Public Library on July 23. There will be a virtual talk called “All About Foxes” with Naturalist Bob Michelson, who will be back on Tuesday, July 23, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. Bob...
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