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Josiah Moyer has recently joined MetroWest Medical Center as Director for Facilities and Support Services
Josiah Moyer has recently joined MetroWest Medical Center as Director for Facilities and Support Services. As the department director, three areas fall to Josiah’s responsibility: Facilities (all things buildings and grounds); Cleanliness (as the Director for the Housekeeping department); and Security (as the contract client over the security contract with Allied Security). In his role, he makes sure that the building presents well, and is a safe, clean and attractive space that meets all the required codes and standards required by the Joint Commission, City, State and any other regulatory bodies. Josiah makes sure that all the items a building provides to patients, staff and visitors are always available, such as air conditioning, heat, water, power, medical gases and other important resources.
MetroWest Medical Center Employees Donate 976 Pounds of Breakfast Foods to Food Bank
Thank you to all MetroWest Medical Center team members who supported the United Way of Tri County, a GBFB satellite located in Framingham, in our Annual ‘Healthy Over Hungry’ Cereal Drive! For some children, it can be challenging to ensure children have access to breakfast over the summer, and the Cereal Drive is one way to support kids during this time. Our donations will go to families living in our communities we serve. Because of your efforts, we donated 976 pounds of breakfast foods to the Food Bank. Some fun was had this Cereal Drive, we held a competition between departments and here are the team winners:
The Better Together program recognizes those team members at MetroWest Medical Center
MetroWest Medical Center recognizes team members from various departments at Framingham Union Hospital (FUH) during our Better Together Program. The Better Together program recognizes those team members who exemplify our core values to benefit our patients, co-workers, the organization and our community. Congratulations to all our FUH June honorees. Shout...
Video: Bright, warm day ahead in New Hampshire
The big Fourth of July week is here, and the weather looks good for most of it with just a few changes from time to time. Tonight will be mostly clear and comfortable with lows in the 50s for many (bit warmer along the coast and in Manchester). Wednesday will...
Manchester mayor to propose ban on public homeless encampments
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The city of Manchester will soon consider an ordinance to prevent people from camping out on the street or in some parks. The proposal from Mayor Jay Ruais comes on the heels of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that gives local municipalities more power to stop public homeless encampments.
Fireworks ordinance violation reported in New Hampshire preceding Independence Day festivities
Manchester, NH- Police say two adults and three juveniles were located near illegally set off fireworks on Lake Shore Road and issued ordinances on June 27th. Manchester police responded at approximately 12:20AM after receiving noise complaints in the area near Massabesic Lake. Officers claim they found fireworks in the street along with smoking debris and five individuals.
New law provides cancer screenings for New Hampshire firefighters
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Firefighters in New Hampshire now have an extra tool when it comes to fighting cancer, the leading cause of death for people in the job. Gov. Chris Sununu signed Senate Bill 352 into law Tuesday. The measure provides cancer screenings for current and former firefighters. "Senate...
Vegetarian Indian restaurant opens in former Pavilion Restaurant & Bar space in Framingham
[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.]. A brand new Indian restaurant has come to MetroWest, opening where a dining spot featuring global fare had been, and before that, another Indian restaurant. According to a source, Woodlands is now open in Framingham, taking over the former Pavilion Restaurant &...
een Arrested After Southborough Car Chase, Charged with Vehicle Theft
By MyFM’s Claire Beverly – A teen who led Southborough Police on a brief car chase is in custody for allegedly stealing the car. Police say the car was reported missing early Monday from a home on Cordaville Road. After a brief pursuit, which ended in Framingham, the teen, who is from Framingham, was brought back to Southborough to face charges including Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, Negligent Operation and not having a license. Police say there are several unidentified suspects still at large and several stolen vehicles involved.
What to know about Boston's 4th of July fireworks celebration
BOSTON - There's no better place to commemorate the 4th of July than in Boston, Massachusetts. The city's fireworks display, accompanied by a performance from the Boston Pops, is one of the most iconic Independence Day celebrations in the country.Below you'll find everything you need to know about the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. If you're looking to find a fireworks display in your town, click here. When are the Boston fireworks?The Boston Pops concert will begin at 8 p.m. on July 4 and the fireworks show is scheduled from 10:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. "As always, the program will close with the...
July 4th holiday limits your options, but let us help you set your concert schedule
With the Fourth of July falling on Thursday, and the long weekend that follows being one of the prime vacation kickoffs, there is a much smaller list of musical options. But the Levitate Music and Arts Festival will be taking place at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, Friday-through-Sunday, and there are some other choices too. The Spire Center in Plymouth takes a break until July 26, and Scullers Jazz Club in Boston, and The RegattaBar in Harvard Square are both taking the next couple months off.
Week 14 of BU Grad Workers’ Strike
“No COLA [cost of living adjustment], no contract” was chanted by striking members of the BU Graduate Workers Union (BUGWU) on July 1, as the strike entered its 14th week. The 40 or so picketers, joined by representatives from the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 509 (BUGWU is part of SEIU), were marching in front of BU’s Center for Computing & Data Sciences. Photo by Mike Spencer.
Humidity, storm chances return to Boston for 4h of July
We're off to a nice, refreshing start to our Wednesday. In fact, we're expecting comfortable conditions for much of the day with high temperatures in the mid-80s. We'll see partly cloudy skies — a great day to head to the beach!. You'll notice a few changes into the Fourth...
Method Man’s TICAL Official Cannabis Brand Launches in Massachusetts
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Method Man’s TICAL Official Cannabis Brand Launches. The Wu-Tang Clan member’s storied brand is now available via. TICAL Official, a North American cannabis brand led by Method Man, has announced its availability in Boston, Massachusetts for recreational use,...
BU Goes to the Center of the Earth
The redevelopment of 882 through 888 Commonwealth Avenue includes a geothermal heating and cooling system, the first to exist at Boston University. Rendering provided by ZVI Construction Co. Twelve years ago, the Brookline Historical Society declared the former Fellsway Motor Mart, with its intricate stone arches and large-windowed storefront, the...
Watertown family restaurant closed after hit-and-run crash
WATERTOWN, Mass. — A restaurant in Watertown, Massachusetts, has been forced to temporarily close its doors after a vehicle crashed into its front entrance and then fled the scene. The hit-and-run crash happened at 2:20 a.m. Tuesday at Jana Grill and Bakery on Watertown Street. "A yet unidentified red...
Roxbury shooting leaves person with facial injury, Boston police say
The Boston Police Department is investigating a shooting Tuesday in Roxbury. Police say they responded to the intersection of Washington Street and Cedar Street for a report that a person was shot. The victim suffered a facial injury, according to police. The severity of the injury was not immediately known.
Watertown Church Hosting Kids Week, Registration Open
The following announcement was provided by Grace Chapel:. Join the Fun at Grace Chapel’s “Start The Party” Kids Week! Grace Chapel Watertown is thrilled to invite your children to an exciting week of fun, learning, and friendship at our “Start The Party” Kids Week!. We...
Georgetown and Surrounding Communities Battled Fatal 4-Alarm House Fire
GEORGETOWN – Chief Matt McKay shared the actions taken by the Georgetown Fire Department as it battled a serious 4-alarm house fire. At 10:49 p.m. Saturday, June 22, Georgetown Fire responded to 238 East Main St. for a report of a house fire. Upon arrival, firefighters observed heavy flames...
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