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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...
Mass AGO Awards Grant to Western New England University School of Law's Center for Social Justice
Western New England University School of Law’s Center for Social Justice has been awarded a $163,000 grant by the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office to assist consumers defending credit card collection lawsuits. The Center for Social Justice is the only organization in western Massachusetts to receive one of five...
RJ is All About Saving Money and Living a Healthy Life [TUESDAY’S CHILD]
Rashawn, who likes to be called RJ, loves health and fitness, especially showing others how many push-ups he can do. RJ is a very kind and sweet boy who enjoys all sports including basketball and football. He loves computers, Legos, and his Sonic toys. RJ's favorite Christmas gift last year was a piggy bank so he could save money.
AI Controlled Traffic Lights Installed in Massachusetts
Massachusetts residents have some pretty wild reputations, whether it be our rabid sports fans or that sweet accent (which really only a very small percentage of us actually have) nothing quite defines us like our drivers. While New York might have the reputation of having the worst drivers in the...
New England animal shelters hope to give dogs their forever homes
BOSTON — Across the United States, countless dogs find themselves in shelters waiting for a second chance at life.The MSPCA holds several summer adoption events at its shelters across Massachusetts. Adoption fees for certain animals are waived as the shelters look to place them with loving homes. The Hotel...
MA No Preference movement looks to make Gaza an issue at Democratic National Convention
In Massachusetts more than 60,000 Democratic presidential primary voters filled in the circle for the "no preference" option, in many cases eschewing the Biden/Harris ticket to convey their distaste for the U.S. policy in the Middle East and its support of Israel in its conflict with Hamas in Gaza. Just one state delegate to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next week is listed as uncommitted on the Massachusetts Democratic Party list of delegates. But a spokesman...
Inmates say they're facing retaliation after speaking out about lack of prison programs
GARDNER - Inmates at a prison in Massachusetts claim the Department of Correction retaliated against them for speaking out earlier this year about a lack of programs there.Back in March, a WBZ-TV I-Team report revealed that, in some cases, training and education programs listed in the Department of Correction (DOC) brochure weren't available to everyone or never existed. Advocates for prisoners say inmates are leaving prison unprepared with no skills.Inmates file lawsuitInmates at the North Central Correctional Institution, a medium/minimum security prison in Gardner, filed a lawsuit about the lack of programs there.Weeks after the I-Team report aired, the DOC...
Worcester eyes 'quick' safety improvements to areas of recent fatal pedestrian crashes
WORCESTER, Mass. - Pedestrian crashes have become a crisis in Worcester, and people with concerns about the troubling trend will soon get some details about ongoing plans for safer streets in the city. What You Need To Know. Worcester leaders are currently working on a plan to help reduce traffic...
Worcester catcher/infielder Mickey Gasper gets call-up from Red Sox. Here's how he got there.
BOSTON — Unlike the previous evening’s whirlwind, Mickey Gasper left more than one ticket for potential visitors Tuesday night. His second full day in the big leagues with the Boston Red Sox was more of a celebration. Gasper received the dream call less than 48 hours before, the first position player from Bryant University...
'I love everything about Post 100': Hudson set to compete in American Legion World Series
WORCESTER — The magical carpet ride continues for the Cardiac Kids. Following five straight come-from-behind victories in the Northeast Regional Tournament, including a thrilling 15-9 victory over Rhode Island in Sunday’s finale in New Hampshire, Hudson Post 100 left for Shelby, North Carolina, on Tuesday to continue their storybook summer. Post 100 will play...
Worcester's connection to the roots of the American Revolution
WORCESTER, Mass. - Deep in the City Clerk records, Worcester has one of the earliest pieces of what became the American Revolution - smeared in ink. The city of Worcester is working to digitize its archives - among the documents is an early piece of American Revolution evidence from 250 years ago.
Mental health first aid course, research seminar added to Dynamic Futures program
For Worcester high school seniors Funbi Fatoke and Yariel Lopez, the 2024 Dynamic Futures program at UMass Chan Medical School is sparking an interest in behavioral health careers and in the importance of addressing mental health issues in their communities. Fatoke and Lopez are among the 25 Worcester high school...
Roman Anthony goes 3-for-4 in WooSox debut
WORCESTER -- There was a buzz in the air in Worcester on Tuesday, as top Red Sox prospects Marcelo Mayer, Roman Anthony, and Kyle Teel spent their first day at the Triple-A level. That buzz carried into Tuesday night's game against the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, as Anthony collected three hits in his WooSox debut.Anthony -- the No. 13 prospect in all of baseball -- got the start in centerfield and hit leadoff for Worcester, going 3-for-4 at the dish with a run scored. After swinging and missing at the first pitch he saw, Anthony took a fastball from IronPigs starter...
Boston College Men’s Hockey Makes Major Recruiting Waves with 5 Commits
Boston College's men's hockey team has made a strong start to the recruiting cycle, securing commitments from five highly regarded prospects in just a few days. Among these recruits, defenseman Callum Croskery stands out as a top talent expected to enhance the Eagles’ blue line in the coming years. The new recruits reflect a strategic focus on building a formidable defense while also adding offensive talent to the roster.
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