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Eastern equine encephalitis detected in Mass. mosquitoes for 1st time this year, officials say
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced Wednesday that Eastern equine encephalitis has been detected in Massachusetts mosquitoes for the first time this year. West Nile virus detected in Massachusetts for 1st time this year, health officials say So far, no human or animal cases have been reported. The presence of EEE was confirmed in samples collected from Carver in Plymouth County.
Fewest ever contested state legislative primaries in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has 33 contested state legislative primaries on September 3, 2024, the fewest since Ballotpedia started tracking in 2010. There are 27 contested Democratic primaries and six contested Republican primaries. For both parties that is below the average from 2010 to 2022. The average number of contested Democratic primaries was 36.9 and the average number of contested Republican primaries was 8.3.
Massachusetts Gov orders flags lowered; family asks for funeral donations after Massachusetts Airman dies while serving country
An active-duty serviceman from Massachusetts has died while on duty. According to a GoFundMe fundraiser, Airman First Class Pierre D. Dushime of Natick, tragically passed away while serving our country a few days ago. “Pierre was not only a dedicated serviceman but a shining example of resilience, intelligence, and determination.
July 4th an apt day for protest in Lynn
Emily RosenbergLYNN — Approximately 20 people marched from Manning Field to Wyoma Square to continue an annual tradition of Independence Day protests on Thursday afternoon. The Diverse People United coalition planned the protest to call for an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war and acknowledge the atrocities occurring as a result of it. During the protest, […] The post July 4th an apt day for protest in Lynn appeared first on Itemlive.
Citing personal reasons, Fornaciari steps down from Community Preservation Committee
Bill Fornaciari’s tenure as chair of the Community Preservation Committee was a short one – just two weeks. Fornaciari has stepped down from his position, and the board, citing unforeseen personal reasons. In an email to Town Clerk Kelly McElreath, Fornaciari said his resignation was effective June 27....
Construction Completed on Acre Crossing in Lowell
Lowell, MA – A ribbon-cutting was held recently to mark the completion of Acre Crossing in Lowell, where a parcel in the city’s Acre neighborhood was redeveloped into 32 new homes for sale to first-time, moderate-income homebuyers, and a new five-story office building for Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union (JDCU).
Former Lawrence Mayor Makes Stop in Lowell
– Coalition for a Better Acre (CBA) announced today that it has named Dan Rivera as interim Executive Director, effective July 8, 2024. CBA’s current CEO, Yun-Ju Choi, will step down from the post on July 5. The decision followed an extensive search by a committee comprised of Board...
Man allegedly urinated in aisle on New Hampshire-bound American Airlines flight
BUFFALO – A man was arrested on Wednesday after federal authorities say he allegedly urinated in the aisle of an American Airlines flight that was headed to New Hampshire from Chicago but diverted to land in Buffalo.Neil McCarthy arrested on American Airlines flightNeil McCarthy, a 25-year-old man who is from Oregon, was arrested and charged with indecent exposure following the incident on a flight from Chicago to New Hampshire. The charge could lead to a maximum of six months in prison and a $5,000 fine.Flight diverted to Buffalo Niagra International AirportThe plane that was destined for Manchester, New Hampshire instead landed...
Shorelines - News about your neighbors
• Amanda Lorusso graduated from Emmanuel College on Saturday, May 18, during the college's 102nd commencement exercises on its campus in Boston. Lorusso received a bachelor of science in biology with a concentration in health sciences during the ceremony. Lorusso, the daughter of Dolores and Anthony Lorusso, graduated summa cum laude and with distinction in the field of study.
Justin Timberlake's Jokes About Arrest Disgust a DWI Victim's Mom; Fans Feel Jessica Biel 'Needs' To Speak Up
Justin Timberlake making light of his recent DWI arrest, which is at the core of the swirling divorce buzz between him and his wife Jessica Biel, has made things so much worse for him. The mother of a victim in a drunken-driving crash has voiced her disappointment following Justin Timberlake's...
House approves plan to end 'equity theft' in foreclosure sales
BOSTON — The state House of Representatives has approved a proposal to stop “equity theft” from property owners who fall behind on their local taxes, which comes in response to federal and state court rulings that deemed the practice unconstitutional. The bill, which passed last Wednesday by...
WWE Main Event Results (7/4): Pete Dunne And LWO In Action
WWE aired its latest episode of WWE Main Event on July 4th on Hulu. Matches were taped on July 1st from TD Garden in Boston, MA. WWE Main Event Results (7/4) - LWO (Dragon Lee & Joaquin Wilde) def. The Creed Brothers (Brutus Creed & Julius Creed) You can find...
Celtics Add Joe Mazzulla's Star Teammate at West Virginia
While the Boston Celtics are primarily promoting from within to fill openings on their coaching staff, they're also adding a former collegiate teammate of Joe Mazzulla's while he was with the West Virginia Mountaineers.
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