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See all homes sold in Worcester County, July 14 to July 20
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Worcester County reported from July 14 to July 20. There were 381 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,924-square-foot home on Burncoat Street in Worcester that sold for $501,000. Ashburnham.
Worcester County Wonders: Wandering is always welcome at Tower Hill
BOYLSTON — A large sign reading "Festina Lente," a Latin phrase meaning "to make haste, but slowly," greets visitors at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. The motto becomes a memorable command as one wanders through more than 200 acres of gardens, trails and pathways, with a view of the Wachusett Reservoir serving as a backdrop for the four-season gardens. View this post on Instagram ...
Get the Freshest Ingredients and Great Deals at 8 Oakham’s Grocery Stores
Oakham, MA, is a charming town located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. Despite its small size, Oakham is home to several grocery stores that cater to the needs of its residents and visitors. From locally owned markets to larger chain supermarkets, Oakham offers a variety of options for individuals looking to...
Driver arrested after chase through 2 states; Charlton police cruiser struck
SOUTHBRIDGE — A Connecticut man was arrested after a Thursday afternoon vehicle pursuit that crossed state lines, led to a Charlton cruiser being struck and ended in Southbridge, according to Charlton police. Nicholas Newton, 31, of Connecticut was arrested in Southbridge after several unsuccessful attempts to stop a vehicle in the southwestern...
Measles hits Massachusetts for first time in years
Measles has reappeared in Massachusetts for the first time in four years. Why it matters: The deadly respiratory infection has been surging around the world and international efforts to vaccinate every child against the disease have stalled out since the pandemic. The latest: The Massachusetts Department of Public Health said...
Expert: One case is too many as measles reported in Worcester County
A local infectious disease specialist said the single case of measles reported in Worcester County on Thursday is an alarming development. The case reported by the state Department of Public Health is the first confirmed case of measles in Massachusetts in more than four years. An adult in Worcester County who had traveled...
Measles case confirmed in Massachusetts for first time since 2020
BOSTON – Massachusetts health officials said a person from Worcester County has been diagnosed with the first confirmed case of measles in the state since 2020.The Department of Public Health said the person, who is an adult, recently traveled internationally. Measles outbreaks in EuropeThere are currently large measles outbreaks happening in Europe and elsewhere globally.When the person returned to Massachusetts, the person was diagnosed with measles in early July 2024.The last measles case in the state was early 2020.Health officials said people who may have been exposed to measles from this case were contacted and provided with health recommendations. The DPH...
Authorities ID Lunenburg climber who died after fall
WESTMINSTER — State Police detectives with the Worcester County District Attorney’s office are investigating an incident in which a Lunenburg man died after a fall while climbing in Leominster State Forest. According to a release from the office of Worcester County District Attorney Joseph Early Jr., authorities first...
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