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East Boston Latin Music and Dance Festival Returns With Day-Long Celebration September 21, 2024
The annual East Boston Latin Music & Dance Festival brings a day filled with Sonidos De La Gente (Sounds of the People) to East Boston Memorial Park Saturday, September 21, 2024. Now in its third year, the festival will feature a variety of local artists and dance groups spread across two stages from 1:00 - 7:30 PM. The FREE family-friendly event is organized by Sen. Lydia Edwards’ office in conjunction with ZUMIX, Veronica Robles Cultural Center, East Boston Main Streets, and the City of Boston.
Boston man inspired by brother who died from gun violence brings hope to youth
BOSTON - Jamaal Wornum of One Love Sports Academy is giving out hope to youngsters. That's why he's BZ's MVP.Inspired by his brotherWornum's program has become a path to the future for young people. he is the found of One Love Sports Academy in Boston, and organizations that uses sports as an avenue to connect to kids and grow them athletically and academically"Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, unfortunately, the young people deal with a lot of trauma, so without these outlets that my program and other programs offer, they would just be dealing with their trauma and not knowing how to," Wornum...
Zuiderdam Arrives in Boston for Homeporting Season
After offering Holland America Line’s 35-night “Voyage of the Vikings,” the Zuiderdam is returning to Boston today to kick off a late summer program in Canada and New England. Sailing between its homeport in Massachusetts and Quebec City in Canada, the vessel is set to offer a...
Past Red Sox Pitching Target Handed Demotion By NL Contender
The Boston Red Sox were linked to left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery throughout multiple points this past offseason before the Arizona Diamondbacks landed him on a one-year, $25 million contract. Montgomery, fresh off a 32-start, World Series-winning campaign that began with the St. Louis Cardinals and ended with the Texas Rangers,...
Weber going to Bat for Those Disappointed and Frustrated with Forest Hills Cemetery
Forest Hills Cemetery has drawn criticism from residents over the last several years due to the discontinuation of beloved events, changed policies, removal of trees, lack of communication, and more, but for those yearning for an explanation, there might be one on the horizon. Ben Weber, District 6 City Councilor, who had residents reach out to his office about these issues, told the Jamaica Plain Gazette he had contacted cemetery leadership. Specifically, Weber, who called Forest Hills Cemetery one of Boston’s jewels, noted that the cemetery’s leadership has offered to take him and his office on a tour.
PAWTUCKET FIRE STATION 1 BARBECUE – AUGUST 25 NOON
The City of Pawtucket will host a community barbecue to celebrate the official re-opening of Fire Station 1. Sunday, August 25th from 11 AM – 1 PM. The speaking program is at noon. WHERE:. Fire Station 1 – 394 West Avenue, Pawtucket RI 02860.
Texting, driving with no lights on, earns Massachusetts man an arrest, 10 charges
“Early Tuesday morning, just after midnight, Trooper Kevin Trainor, who is assigned to the State Police Danvers Barracks, was patrolling Route 1 in Saugus when he observed a Toyota Rav 4 travelling ahead of him with no taillights illuminated. Trooper Trainor pulled alongside of the Rav 4 and observed the driver actively using his cell phone.
Watertown Using AARP Grant to Start Senior Housing Stabilization Program
The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:. The Watertown Department of Senior Services is proud to launch their Senior Housing Stabilization Program thanks to a 2024 AARP Community Challenge Grant they received. This compassionate initiative is dedicated to providing crucial support and education to seniors and their families facing housing instability in Watertown, MA.
A Pair of Watertown Homes Were Sold This Week
A single family home and a townhouse were sold this week in Watertown. 41 Wilson Ave., 3 bedroom 2 bathroom 1,122 sq. ft. Townhouse, Sold: $782,000. 142 Russell Ave., 3 bedroom 3 bathroom 2,716 sq. ft. Single Family, Sold: $1,560,300.
A Parliament of Owls: Donate Your Old Golf Equipment
Did you know a group of owls is called a “parliament”? In the case of the Weston Owl, a Parliament is a guest post on this page. The following post was written by Will Goldstein, WHS’26. My only editorial comment is that I did not know we had another Goldstein goalie golfer coming up through the high school ranks and now I feel good about that considering we have 8 state titles to maintain… go ‘cats!
Patriots notes, quotes, and anecdotes: 5 Patriots to watch in preseason finale vs. Commanders
Good morning, happy Sunday, and welcome back into another edition of ‘Patriots notes, quotes, & anecdotes’. We’re back with another column hitting on all of the happenings surrounding the New England Patriots. This week, we’re putting an added spin on the column, taking a look at some...
Milton Scene Reminder: It’s a yard waste pickup week – August 26 – 30, 2024
Milton Scene Reminder: It’s a yard waste pickup week – August 26 – 30, 2024. From the Milton Department of Public Works. Click to view the 2024-2025 Yard Waste Schedule. Trash: Most households have a town-owned 35-gallon trash cart. Trash placed in this cart does not require a sticker. The annual fee for a town-owned cart is $208.
Mac-n-Choose closes Westford location
WESTFORD — Mac-n-Choose has permanently closed its Westford location. The location permanently closed on Aug. 20. The company continues to operate a storefront in Tyngsborough. “We have enjoyed serving you over the years and appreciate your support. Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, we will be closing our...
Plainville, North Attleboro, Wrentham, Foxboro, Mansfield and Franklin respond to 5 vehicle crash that injured 7 including 4 children
PLAINVILLE — Acting Chief Robert Skinner reports that the Plainville Fire Department responded to a serious multi-vehicle crash on Route 1 Saturday night. At approximately 8:30 p.m., Plainville Fire received notification about a crash on Route 1 near Route 495. Upon arrival, paramedics came upon a five-vehicle crash with...
“I want to see us go for the jugular” | Five-star Revs begin playoff push with away win
MONTRÉAL – One always wants to be careful when dubbing a result to be “a statement win.” The energy of such a moment can be easy to get caught up in, and the expectations that are set can consequently become a bit too high. But even...
The Sunday News – Aug. 25, 2024
WESTFORD — Enjoy the Aug. 25, 2024 edition of WestfordCAT’s Sunday newsletter – a digital magazine of all the top stories of the week. Local journalism is vital to our communities. As other publications shift focus toward regional journalism, WestfordCAT continues to provide high-quality hyperlocal reporting to our town, free for everyone to read. So — we have a small favor to ask. Every contribution, no matter how big or small, helps us sustain our journalism and keep our community informed. Please consider supporting WestfordCAT by donating online.
At least three shots fired around church and park
Investigators have recovered evidence indicating multiple shots were fired near St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 233 Harvard St., in The Port neighborhood of Cambridge. ShotSpotter technology heard three rounds fired at around 8:30 p.m., while a caller said they heard four or five shots fired at Sennott Park, according to scanner reports. The park is behind the church; in addition to shells found by police, an officer soon found a park garbage can that looked like it had been hit by gunfire.
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