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Who left a hoax device on a bridge in Templeton? Police asking for the public's help
State and local law enforcement officials are asking for the public’s help in identifying the person who left an apparent hoax device on a bridge in Templeton this week. The item, which was intentionally designed to resemble a destructive device, was planted on the Rte. 202 bridge near the Elm Street intersection sometime prior to Tuesday evening, according to officials assigned to the State Fire Marshal’s office. ...
Remains found in 1989 identified as Woonsocket woman
WARWICK, Mass. (WLNE) — The Northwestern District Attorney’s Office announced Thursday that remains found 35 years ago have been identified as Constance Bassignani. Bassignani, who resided in Woonsocket, Rhode Island with her second husband William Bassignani when she disappeared, was discovered by a driver on Route 78 in Warwick, dismembered.
Officials identify Mass. homicide victim whose remains were found in apartment
GREENFIELD, Mass. (TCD) -- Officials recently identified a Massachusetts homicide victim following a 42-year-old man’s arrest in New York state last week. Northwestern District Attorney David Sullivan announced that on Monday, April 22, officers with the Greenfield Police Department responded to an apartment on Chapman Street about a "foul odor." Officials found the body of a male and identified 42-year-old Taaniel Herberger-Brown as the primary suspect. Herberger-Brown is reportedly a former tenant of the home where the remains were located.
Greenfield murder suspect previously charged with threatening to kill someone
GREENFIELD — While in the back of a police car several years ago, Sunderland police say that Taaniel Herberger-Brown threatened to murder the officer behind the wheel and his family. “I like your earlobes,” Herberger-Brown said, according to a police report. “They are going to make a great necklace.”...
2 transported to hospital, following rollover crash in Orange
ORANGE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Orange crews responded to a rollover crash on Monday afternoon. According to the Orange Fire Department, at around 3:39 p.m. firefighters were on scene for reports of a motor vehicle rollover on Moss Brook Road near Route 2A. Officials confirmed the vehicle was removed from the...
Decades-Old Dismemberment Dilemma Nears End: Massachusetts DA Signals Breakthrough in 1989 Cold Case
Officials in Massachusetts are on the brink of a significant turning point in a cold case that's puzzled investigators for decades. The Northwestern District Attorney's Office has announced an imminent "major breakthrough" in the grisly 1989 homicide of a woman whose dismembered remains were found by the side of a Warwick road, an update that could finally put to rest questions that have endured for 35 years.
West of Boston, locations are gifted with unconventional nicknames
ATHOL, Mass. — Athol once hosted a number of tool companies, but today, just one looms over Tool Town - Starrett Tools, makers of precision measuring instruments. Wormtown Brewery was founded in 2010 in an ice cream shop, and now can be found in five states, with two tap rooms – one in its hometown, Worcester, the other at Patriot Place in Foxborough.
Greater Gardner gearing up for fun summer concerts - see who's playing and where
There’s music in the air around Greater Gardner – at least there soon will be. Several communities will be hosting a series of summer concerts, with musical acts ranging from Billy Joel and Beatles tribute bands, country-and-western performers, and popular local favorites. Expect a rocking start at Monument Park on June 22 as the...
Construction begins on affordable Westminster housing project - who is eligible?
Construction has begun on a senior housing project in Westminster. Once completed, the town will have 50 affordable senior apartments behind the Community Senior Center at 69 West Main St., according to officials. The $20 million-plus project’s amenities will include a community commons area, a walking trail, large storage spaces, and a community garden. Click here to see the project site plan. ...
Heywood Healthcare honors providers during annual Medical Staff Recognition event
GARDNER – On Wednesday, April 24, Heywood Healthcare hosted its annual Medical Staff Recognition event honoring physicians and advanced practice providers for their unwavering dedication to Heywood Healthcare, their community and the medical profession. One highlight of the evening was the presentation of the peer nominated James A. Faust...
Knights and fairies galore at renaissance fair in Phillipston this weekend
Imagine a world where you can embark on an epic quest, meeting kings, queens, knights, fairies and trolls. Such a place can be found at an apple farm in Central Mass. this weekend. The Red Apple Farm in Phillipston will host the “Enchanted Orchard Renaissance Faire” from 11 a.m. to...
Westminster's annual Town Meeting is Saturday: what to know to be an informed voter
Westminster residents will have a chance to make their voices heard on the proposed fiscal 2025 budget and several major capital budgets. The Westminster special and annual Town Meetings will be held in the Westminster Elementary School gymnasium on Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m. Before the annual Town Meeting, voters will need to dispense with five articles at a special Town Meeting. ...
Orange Mound residents ask mayor about public safety at town hall meeting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Mayor Paul Young made another stop on his One Memphis townhall tour, this time in Orange Mound. This stop comes just two weeks after the deadly mass shooting at Orange Mound Park. It was a packed house Tuesday night because community members want answers and...
Carole Gariepy of Phillipston: Finding inspiration at Dr. Seuss museum in Springfield
I never expected a number plate would inspire me to write a story. Beyond that, it inspired me to visit a museum in Springfield, a children's museum. Gerry joined me and we spent a fun day enjoying a second childhood. It's Ruth Smith's number plate. She's a younger relative and...
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