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First Recorded Tornado Outbreak Walloped New England in 1787
Massachusetts experienced the first tornado – or whirlwind, as they called it – ever recorded in what we now refer to as the continental United States. Of course, there were likely many other tornados before then, but the European settlers armed with their quill pens and parchments hadn't arrived to write about them.
Unlikely Patriots Camp Star Demanding Roster Spot With Strong Play
Sixth-year OLB Oshane Ximines continued his stellar summer with an excellent practice on Tuesday seemingly demanding a roster spot by standing out as one of the New England Patriots' better edge rushers during training camp. The former third-round pick was one of New England's stars during their Preseason Week 1...
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
Massachusetts man scores $4million lottery prize while stopping to pick up birthday gift for friend
Robert J. Ostrye Jr went out to buy his friend a birthday gift but decided to also purchase a $10 lottery ticket for himself, the Massachusetts man then found out he'd won the $4million top prize
Massachusetts organizations work to support families and youth in need
BOSTON — Travoyn Garcia-Parker, an 18-year-old with aspirations in software and mechanical engineering, has overcome significant challenges in his life. Earlier this year, Garcia-Parker experienced homelessness and sought help from theBoston nonprofit Bridge Over Troubled Waters. Struggling to find support, he eventually joined Bridge's Transitional Living Program, where he learned essential life skills.
Keller: Is Massachusetts really the best state to live in?
The opinions expressed below are Jon Keller's, not those of WBZ, CBS News or Paramount Global.BOSTON - Gov. Maura Healey's administration is celebrating after the financial website WalletHub named Massachusetts the nation's best state to live in.But is that victory lap justified? The honor may be less than meets the eye. "Best State to Live In if You're Well Off"The ranking triggered a virtual duck-boat parade via a Healey press release full of self-congratulation by the governor, lieutenant governor, and no less than 11 cabinet members. But while our beloved home state won top scores on education, health care and overall...
‘Affordable’ Gym With 2 Massachusetts Locations Files For Bankruptcy
Many people from Massachusetts are worried about what's going to happen to their favorite gym. This one particular chain which surprisingly only has 2 locations in Massachusetts has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. According to USA TODAY, Blink Fitness that operates more than 100 locations nationwide including the 2...
Why Boston? Walz's fundraiser a testament to Massachusetts' financial, political clout
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris tapped as her running mate last week, is headed to Boston Wednesday for a high-priced fundraiser. A media advisory from the Harris campaign describes Walz’s Boston visit as the fourth stop on a six-event “national travel and fundraising blitz” that began Tuesday in California. Walz is also slated to visit Denver Wednesday before arriving in Massachusetts. He will conclude his swing with events Thursday in Newport, Rhode Island, and Southampton, New York.
State auditor reviewing Mass. emergency shelter system spending
State Auditor Diana DiZoglio is in the midst of an audit of the state’s emergency shelter system, according to a report from WBUR. DiZoglio, the state’s top watchdog, told the radio station she had begun a review of the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities in November. As part of that review, she is auditing spending on the shelter system, which has been stretching its capacity for months.
Canada wildfire smoke adding to air quality concerns
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Traces of smoke from wildfires in Canada is being seen in western Massachusetts. “We feel a shortage of people coming in and out because, you know, everyone wants to stay inside,” said Kelly Dobbins, owner of Ionas Café and Grill. Areas in western Massachusetts...
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