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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.
Who is Amanda Emard — new principal at Bennett Elementary in Taunton?
TAUNTON — Amanda Emard describes her style of managing as servant leadership. It’s about prioritizing the needs and wellbeing of the staff. "I want to be everyone’s coach. What do I need to do to get them to where they need to be? What do they need from me?” she said. With roughly 17 years...
Reel in the fun: Free family fishing day at Houghton’s Pond, August 21 – 22
Reel in the fun: Free family fishing day at Houghton’s Pond, August 21 – 22 What: Free day of fishing & fun for local kids and families. Where: Houghton’s Pond, 840 Hillside St., Milton, MA 02186. When: Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (rain...
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...
MSPCA announces several fee-waived adoption events
BOSTON, Mass. (WLNE) — The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) announced several fee-waived adoption events throughout late August and early September. The MSPCA and its Massachusetts Animal Shelter Support (MASS) coalition partners said the events are to free up space in shelters throughout the...
Help us put together a list of resources to fight homelessness
Boston ranks second in the nation for homelessness, a recent study found. What organizations or resources do you recommend to help homeless people in Massachusetts?. Boston has some of the highest rates of homelessness in the country, according to a new study from Boston Indicators, the research center at the Boston Foundation.
Middleboro’s finances in solid shape, Town Manager says
MIDDLEBORO — Middleboro has received $225,000 more than anticipated in school aid from the state, which will help offset the six percent budget increase the school district received, according to information presented at a financial forum held Wednesday, Aug. 14 at the Middleboro Police Station. Superintendent of Schools Carolyn...
Canton Restaurateur Faces Charges for Allegedly Filing False Tax Returns
Yesterday, a Gilford, N.H., man, formerly of Canton, Mass., faced charges of filing false tax returns, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Remigijus Mikelenas, 55, the ex-proprietor of a café and a juice bar in Canton, is accused of not reporting over $3.5 million in gross receipts, skirting more than $860,000 in federal income taxes.
Taunton man dies in Boston construction accident
A Taunton man was killed in a construction accident in Boston on Friday. Police said Barry Medeiros, 43, fell off scaffolding at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre. Medeiros' girlfriend Heather Lima told NBC 10 he was extremely close with his loved ones. "His kindness, how he carried himself, he was...
TVD Live Shots: New Kids on the Block with Paula Abdul at the Xfinity Center, 8/10
MANSFIELD, MA | New Kids on the Block proved they still have “the right stuff,” with a homecoming performance that was dynamic, loud [cue the screaming girls] and full of a shared devotion between the “kids” and their fans. When asked if it was their first...
City of Quincy Evicts Homeless From Church Sanctuary
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Want to save a few bucks at the Marshfield Fair? What to know before you go
MARSHFIELD – A lot of calculations go into picking a day to go to the Marshfield Fair. The weather, work schedules, appointments and things already on the calendar are all factors. But when you go — and even when your buy your tickets – can save a few bucks and maybe help cover an extra fried treat or two during the fair's 10-day run. ...
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