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Boston police officer working detail seriously injured after being hit by truck
A Boston police officer working a detail was seriously injured when they were struck by a truck in the North End on Thursday. Boston police confirmed that an officer was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a crash at 12:41 p.m. in the area of North Washington and Thacher streets near TD Garden.
Jaylen Brown's All-Time Starting Five Goes Viral Thanks To Shocking Snub
Jaylen Brown is fresh off winning the 2024 NBA Finals with the Boston Celtics, where he was also awarded Finals MVP for his efforts in their five-game series against the Dallas Mavericks. After fighting for years to solidify his legacy, Brown has done just that by winning a title with the C's. Now ...
The road takes Grace Potter to Indian Ranch to 'share the love'
Three-time Grammy-nominated rock 'n' roll songwriter, vocalist and instrumentalist Grace Potter is back living in her native state of Vermont after being in California, and has a number of upcoming New England tour dates including a visit to Indian Ranch in Webster on August 4. "There's something about the energy of New...
Woonsocket's Thoun wins hammer championship at USATF National Junior Olympics
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Woonsocket High junior-to-be Shamrock Thoun, who is a member of the Woonsocket-based Ocean State Hammerheads throwing club, became a four-time All-American, as he struck gold in the boys' ages 15-16 division's 12-pound hammer on Wednesday at the USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships.
Man severely injured in Bellingham dirt bike crash
BELLINGHAM, Mass. (WLNE) — A man sustained a significant hand injury after crashing his dirt bike yesterday in Bellingham. According to police, around 8:30 p.m., Bellingham Police were called to a report of a dirt biker who had crashed off Depot Street. Bellingham Police and Fire responded to the...
Summer Concert at the Golden Ball Tavern – August 15
Do you know what important historical event took place in Weston on August 15? Of any year? Well, most likely absolutely nothing since General Knox only swept through on his herd of cannon during winter, and Washington was busy sleeping in other metrowest towns on any given night…and everyone else was normally at their Maine camp.
Madison resident named to Clark University’s Spring Dean’s List
MADISON — Carmine J. Toto was named to second honors on the Clark University Dean’s List. This selection marks outstanding academic achievement during the Spring 2024 semester. Carmine Toto’s high school days at Madison High School they blended academic rigor, athletic achievements, and community involvement. From the moment...
Officers at South Bay jail ignored dying woman, lawsuit alleges
Ayesha Johnson was civilly committed to receive treatment for her alcohol abuse disorder. Hours later, she died on the floor of a jail cell at the Suffolk County House of Correction at South Bay. The father of the woman who died in a jail cell while awaiting treatment for alcohol...
Conservation groups, landowners team up to preserve 800 acres in Barre
BARRE, Mass. – More than 800 acres of land in Barre is now under the protection of local conservation groups, and those involved in the effort said it ensures the area will remain a quiet place for wildlife and outdoor recreation for generations to come. What You Need To...
Brewster police officer faces felony charges for Snapchat videos of young girls
BREWSTER - A veteran Brewster police officer is on administrative leave, after facing disturbing felony charges involving inappropriate videos of naked young girls. Since 2007, Brewster Police Officer Matthew Marshall swore an oath to protect and serve the most vulnerable. But on Thursday he left court with no comment, charged with sharing inappropriate videos of children on Snapchat and secretly recording video of an elderly naked man in crisis during a call for service from his Snapchat account. Before a judge, prosecutors say Marshall had and sent inappropriate Snapchat videos of young girls, one of them as young as...
'Not sure what happened yet.' Natick police investigating two-car crash on Route 135
NATCK — Two people suffered serious injuries just before noon Thursday after a crash on East Central Street, police said. The cause of the 11:31 a.m. crash is unknown, according tp Deputy Police Chief Brian Lauzon. Two people — a man and a woman — suffered "incapacitating injuries" in the crash and were transported...
2024 Lund Awards recognize dedication to community
Two members of the Clark community have been awarded the 2024 John W. Lund Community Achievement Award for their significant contributions to the Worcester community. Doctoral student Tiana “Tee” Freeman and Professor Shelly Tenenbaum were honored by President David Fithian for their dedication to serving and uplifting marginalized and underserved populations.
Trash made easy: Worcester unveils vending machines for pay-as-you-throw bags
WORCESTER — The city's new 311 Customer Service Center in the Main South neighborhood features a new idea meant to address a hot-button issue in the city: access to yellow trash bags. The customer service center at 799 Main St. is home of Worcester's first trash bag vending machine, where residents can...
2024 Commonwealth Heroine Ellen Agro enjoys assisting public as town clerk
Latest in a series of stories on Worcester County residents recently honored by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women. Never really considering herself a politician, Mendon Town Clerk Ellen Agro is starting her third three-year term in the elected position. “The kids were older, the job came up,” said Agro, explaining how she transitioned...
Cyanobacteria closes Silver Lake Beach
GRAFTON – Silver Lake Beach had to be closed on Thursday, July 25, due to the presence of cyanobacteria in the water. According to the Recreation Department, “When the beach staff arrived Thursday morning for their usual job duties, a visual inspection of the water indicated potential cyanobacteria blooms in the water. Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, can be harmful to bathers and animals who go into the beach.
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