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Police shot at while checking room at Marriot Suites in Wareham
WAREHAM, Mass. (WLNE) — On Friday Wareham Police were shot at while checking a hotel room at the TownePlace Suites by Marriot in Wareham. On Aug. 23 at approximately 8:03 p.m. police said they responded to reports of gunshots in the bog area near the rear of the hotel on Rosebrook Way.
North Attleborough welcomes new pickleball courts with ribbon-cutting, tournament
(WJAR) — North Attleborough celebrated the opening of new pickleball courts with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Mason Field on Saturday. Town Manager Michael Borg and Town Council members kicked off the event with remarks to community members in attendance. Borg also participated in a ceremonial game before attendees competed...
It was Angels, 9-6, at the Oldtime Baseball Game, but wins at this tradition aren’t about the scores
It was Angels, 9-6, at the Oldtime Baseball Game, but wins at this tradition aren’t about the scores. The question rang out over the speakers Thursday at St. Peter’s Field during The Oldtime Baseball Game’s pregame ceremony: “What are the two greatest words in the English language?”
School Committee receives MSBA project update
WILMINGTON — The School Committee met on Monday night at 5 p.m. over Zoom to receive a presentation on the MSBA project from designer Dore + Whittier. Rani Philips of Dore + Whittier reminded the community that the project is currently in the feasibility study phase. In order to create potential options, they held a series of educational visioning meetings where they developed priorities for a new space and created a summary of proposed spaces to meet building and educational needs.
Select Board, Finance Committee and residents weigh-in on Wildwood building project
WILMINGTON — The Select Board invited Wildwood building project designer Dore + Whittier to present and receive feedback from other town committees and residents at their meeting on Monday, Aug. 19. Chair Greg Bendel clarified that there was no vote being made that night by this board, but it was their intention to allow the public to comment relative to the preferred building option.
Metros Finalist Samantha Gilbert Set to Compete for Babson Beginning This Fall (2024)
A breaststroke and sprint freestyle specialist, Gilbert is already projected to score points for Babson at their conference championships in her debut season. Current photo via Samantha Gilbert. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in...
Victim uses belt as tourniquet after 195 motorcycle crash
(WJAR) — Pawtucket emergency crews responded to a motorcycle crash at 133 Webster Avenue at around 11:30 Friday night. Police said the victim, a 32-year-old man, used his own belt as a tourniquet for a “significant laceration” on his leg. According to Det. Sgt. Theodore Georgitsis, the...
Man with metal detector finds lost wedding ring on Scituate beach
SCITUATE - A man with a metal detector is being called a hero by a woman who lost her wedding ring on Humarock Beach in Scituate.A lost ring and a desperate search"We were shaking our hands off because his hands were dirty with sand, and I noticed my ring was gone, and my heart just sank," said Courtney DeFusco. DeFusco's husband, Stephen, searched for hours while she was at work as a nurse at Mass General. Even their son, Jackson, looked where they spent time at the beach. "We found pennies... Not the ring," Jackson said.Courtney DeFusco worried that the rolling...
Watertown Police Buy Family New Refrigerator After Officer Discovers They Were Facing Desperate Situation
A Watertown Police officer bought a family a new refrigerator after learning that a family was in a difficult situation and could not afford to replace their broken one. Officer Frank Forde learned that the family’s refrigerator stopped working, and that the father has a serious medical condition and he could not work, Watertown Police Chief Justin Hanrahan in a post on the WPD Facebook account.
Break over, City Council to face plethora of orders from traffic to trash Tuesday
WORCESTER — It has been over a month since the Worcester City Council met in full session and councilors have brought an especially full plate of requests for Tuesday. A scan through Tuesday's agenda — especially the City Council orders — makes one theme abundantly clear: traffic safety and proposals to mitigate serious crashes in a city that has been rocked by several in recent months. ...
In Aug. 23 issue of Worcester Magazine: Worcester Caribbean American Carnival in focus
The new issue of Worcester Magazine is available in the Aug. 23 issue of the Telegram & Gazette. Our cover story by Meg Trogolo focuses on the Worcester Caribbean American Carnival, what's on tap for this year's festivities, and moving forward after last year's unrelated gun violence, and the loss of a beloved life partner and key organizer. You can find more updates at worcestermag.com.
Popular Retailer With 6 Massachusetts Locations Planning Temporary Closure
Summer vacation is nearing the end but not without a big celebration to go out on a high note. That's right the Labor Day holiday weekend is our one last summer vacation/party opportunity. Whether you're traveling on Labor Day weekend or are hosting or attending a picnic, chances are you'll probably need to pick up some goods.
Job fairs organized for employees of 2 Massachusetts hospitals closing amid Steward's bankruptcy
BOSTON — Ahead of the closures of Carney Hospital in Dorchester and Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer at the end of the month, state officials are organizing a series of job fairs to assist more than 1,200 employees who will be losing their jobs. Dallas-based Steward Health Care...
Massachusetts Homeopathic Seasonal Allergy Relief: Natural Treatment Announced
Following the announcement, Massachusetts residents can request an alternative allergy treatment that utilizes natural ingredients, eliminating the potential side effects associated with traditional medications. For more information, visit https://www.poeholistichealth.com/. According to Dr. Aleena Banerji, the clinical director of Allergy and Immunology at Massachusetts General Hospital, the allergy season in Massachusetts...
Humid, warm Sunday with isolated showers expected
Sunday kicks off with dry weather and any early morning fog quickly burning off. As the day heats up, expect some clouds to develop with a small chance of isolated showers, especially in the higher terrain. Most of us will stay dry. Highs will be in the lower to mid-80s,...
Police investigate overnight shooting in Boston
BOSTON — One person suffered life-threatening injuries in a shooting Saturday night on Washington Street in Dorchester, police said. Officers responded to the reported shooting at 9:58 p.m. Police said the victim was seriously injured and the investigation involved homicide detectives. The victim was hospitalized for treatment. No arrests...
When is the MBTA closed? 1 major upcoming shutdown to know about
August has been a busy month for maintenance on the MBTA. But one lengthy shutdown of a portion of the transit network looms on the horizon. The T will close all service on the Braintree branch of the Red Line south of JFK/UMass for more than three weeks of track work in September.
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