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The Cool Down

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Massachusetts city brings back recycling inspections as contamination rises

Residents can check the city's list before collection to help avoid an "Oops" sticker and a missed pickup.

Worcester, MA · 1d

thegillnetter.com

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Football advances to Elite 8 after 34-6 win

Last Friday, the Gloucester Fishermen football team bested the Blackstone Valley RVT Beavers 34-6 in a sweet 16 matchup. The Fishermen beat down the Blackstone Valley team despite the rain, not only allowing them to move onto the next round but upgrading their overall record to 8-1. Gloucester dominated the...

Gloucester, MA · 1d
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The Metrowest Daily News

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Bronzetti's ends Columbus Club venture to refocus on Eagles location

One of the biggest challenges of owning and operating a restaurant is keeping it clean and rodent-free, especially in an older building. This is the top priority of Bubba Bronzetti, owner of Bronzetti's Pizza & Kitchen after a recent routine health inspection at the restaurant's location at South Framingham Fraternal Order of Eagles lodge , 55 Park St, found 10 violations, including rodent droppings and a mouse sighting. All of the violations have been corrected and Bronzetti did not have to shut down, but soon after, he announced the termination of his restaurant's brief partnership with The Columbus Club, where he was operating a catering business. Bronzetti said the two developments are not directly related. The inspection occurred at the Eagles, not the Columbus Club. But he acknowledged that trying to operate at two locations stretched him thin and diverted his attention from the restaurant at the Eagles, where Bronzetti’s has operated for about four years. "I think the Columbus took my focus away from the Eagles, where it began to kind of slip a little bit," Bronzetti said. Bronzetti and fiancée Melissa Hanna had concentrated on building the Columbus Club operation while employees managed the Eagles restaurant. More: USA

Framingham, MA · 1d

Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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New management at New England's only Lee's Sandwiches location

The Lee’s Sandwiches location at 68 Stafford St., Worcester, recently transitioned to new management just ahead of the busy holiday rush. Located in the Webster Square Plaza, the business is part of a growing number of casual eateries anchoring the area. The corporate-owned/operated store has introduced a new leadership team, led by acting manager Daniel Fuentes of Southbridge. Tracey Pham of Worcester and siblings were franchise owners who opened the quick-service restaurant at Webster Square Plaza in August 2025. Family members have stepped away to focus on their individual career ventures. Lee’s Sandwiches is a West Coast family-owned Vietnamese-American fast-casual chain famous for its banhi mi Vietnamese-style sandwiches. The Worcester store is currently the company’s only New England location. Fans of the signature sandwiches, house-made baquettes, croissants, all-day breakfast sandwiches, signature Lee’s iced coffees, appetizers, pastries, etc., can rest easy as Fuentes confirms they will remain. Customers also stand to benefit from a few price drops. A new express counter includes pre-packaged treats and to-go items like canned condensed milk. “It’s all about saving our customers time and fitting their needs,” said Fuentes. “Convenience.” The Vietnamese ice-coffee menu here is extremely popular, according to Fuentes. The store also serves brewed

Worcester, MA · 1d

Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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Ray Mariano: Things to be thankful for in Worcester

Worcester is far from perfect. But when you look around, the people of New England’s second-largest city have a lot to be thankful for. Yes, I know that the streets are filled with potholes and the city has more than its share of litter. And living in the shadow of Boston, one of America’s great cities, casts a pale on everything – we have Polar Park, they have Fenway, we have Shrewsbury Street, they have the North End. Still, there’s a long list of things to be thankful for. Here are just a few. Food Worcester has hundreds of wonderful restaurants that cater to almost any taste. Shrewsbury Street, the Canal District and downtown are the obvious locations for some of the best eateries but there are many dotted throughout the city’s neighborhoods. If you’re going out for breakfast, you won’t do better than the Parkway Diner. When you do, order “The Fenway.” I promise that you won’t be disappointed. If you’re in the mood for something truly special, walk across the street from City Hall and go to the 24th floor in the Glass Tower to Vivienne’s VUE Cocktail Lounge. This upscale Mediterranean restaurant serves tapas-style small plates and

Worcester, MA · 1d

CBS Boston

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Rutland high school students save middle school theater program

Two Massachusetts high school juniors took over the middle school theater program when the director retired and no adult volunteered.

Holden, MA · 2d

hcspire.com

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Professor Won’t Shut Up About Stupid Baby

Beloved political science Professor Pat Ernity made his grand return from family leave this week. But according to students, he’s far from business as usual. Office hours attendee Kate Hids claims that instead of rounding her 73 to a 95, Prof Ernity yapped about his new baby for 30 minutes. “I couldn’t get a word in! He was all, ‘he’s growing so fast, he sleeps so well, blah blah blah.’ If I wanted to hear about some random kid, I’d watch ‘Toddlers and Tiaras.’” Colleagues have noticed a change as well. Professor Madison Washington reports that the political stickers on Professor Ernity’s door like “Believe Women,” “Justice for Contingents,” and “OJ Did It” have been covered up by photos of the aforementioned stupid baby. Instead of Bobby Kennedy (the first one) campaign posters and MLK quotes, the office walls were plastered with pictures of the same ugly baby from the door. Professor Washington also says that faculty meetings have doubled in length since Professor Ernity has discovered how to show baby photos on the projector. “There are only so many times I can pretend to care,” says Professor Washington. According to Professor Ernity’s advisee George J. H. W. Bush, thesis meetings aren’t going any smoother. “All he talks about is this stupid baby. He’s acting like he’s the one that gave birth. What is he, a seahorse?”

Worcester, MA · 1d

hoodline.com

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Massachusetts Students Miss Weeks of School for Travel Sports Tournaments

Wellesley High School — Reported Site of Soccer Player Absences. A Massachusetts student, Soley Rodriguez Martinez, traveled to a tournament. Massachusetts school staff say sports travel is contributing to student absences. School staff around the state have told reporters that sports-related travel is contributing to student absences, according to...

Massachusetts · 2d

Harvard Crimson

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Harvard Law School Suspends Students’ Library Access After ‘Study-In’

Harvard Law School suspended at least 18 students’ access to Langdell Library for two weeks following a silent “study-in” in support of clinical instructors last Friday. At least 18 participants received suspension emails Friday morning, according to an organizer. The organizer said at least one student who was in the library but did not participate in the study-in also received a notice.

Harvard, MA · 1d

The Gardner News

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Trade Thanksgiving cooking for dining out at Gardner area restaurants

Want the turkey and pie without spending Thanksgiving morning peeling potatoes and watching the oven? Restaurants around the Gardner area are offering another option this year, with Thanksgiving dinners ranging from expansive buffets to traditional sit-down meals. Turkey and stuffing are on the menu, of course, but diners can also find prime rib, seafood, lamb and plenty of desserts. Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 26, and reservations are required at most restaurants. With families competing for popular lunch and dinner times, waiting until the last minute could mean fewer choices. If dining out sounds better than cooking and cleaning this Thanksgiving, here’s where to start making your plans now. The 1761 Old Mill The Old Mill will serve Thanksgiving dinner from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26. The roast stuffed turkey dinner costs $47.99 for adults, $28.99 for children ages 6 to 11, and $18.99 for children ages 3 to 5. Additional entrée choices are New York sirloin or roast duck for $53.99, baked salmon for $52.99, and fried chickettes for $38.99. All entrées include cream of broccoli soup, tossed salad, pecan rolls and corn fritters, butternut squash, mashed potatoes, coffee, tea or decaf, and dessert. Cranberry sauce is

Gardner, MA · 2d

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Kay's Dairy Bar Opens Indoor Dining Room for Westminster Snack Lovers

Kay's Dairy Bar in Westminster, Massachusetts, has a new place for customers to sit down and enjoy their food — an indoor dining area. The change is an indoor place to eat at a business that had traditionally relied on outdoor seating for on-site dining. The Gardner News reported on the new indoor dining room.

Westminster, MA · 11h

macaronikid.com

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21st Annual Festival of Trees - Leominster

The 21st Annual Festival of Trees will open Monday, November 16, 2026, in the Tata Auditorium at Leominster City Hall. All bidding and voting ends on Thursday December 17 at 6:00pm (extended hours for final day). Be sure to watch the Macaroni KID calendar for more special events! And follow...

Leominster, MA · 2d

The Cool Down

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Massachusetts taps high-earner tax for $31.2 million to help families on childcare waitlist

Families with the longest waits will receive priority as the department distributes aid in phases.

Massachusetts · 1d

hopkintonindependent.com

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Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Sienna

Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week’s adoptable animal is 8-year-old Sienna. “Meet Sienna, an 8-year-old sweetheart looking for a family to share her golden years with! November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and this sweet lady is ready to show you just how special a senior companion can be.

Hopkinton, MA · 2d

iBerkshires.com

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Wahconah Falls Just Short in State Quarter-Finals

NORTHBRIDGE, Mass. – Down 22-6 at half-time, the Wahconah football team battled to get within an onsides kick attempt of having a chance to upset Northbridge in Friday’s Division 7 State Quarter-Final. But that kick with 3 minutes, 23 seconds left was unsuccessful, and the Rams succeeded in...

Northbridge, MA · 23h

The Milford Daily News

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Army football commit leads Barnstable football past Milford in Elite 8

MILFORD -- Anthony Parrella had his fingerprints all over the Barnstable High football team's 35-14 upset over No. 2 Milford in the Division 3 Elite Eight on Thursday, Nov. 12. Parrella returned an interception 95 yards for a score and added a pair of rushing touchdowns, one a 51-yard burst, for the No. 7 Red Hawks (7-3). Barnstable advances to the Final Four and will play the winner of Friday's game between No. 3 Marshfield and No. 6 North Attleboro. After trailing 14-7 at halftime, Barnstable scored 28 unanswered points in the second half. Milford got on the board first, with a 3-yard touchdown run by Wanderson Dos Santos and a successful PAT from Tyler Stewart. Barnstable's Perrella ran one in for a touchdown to tie it up, but Milford led again going into the second half. Just before halftime, Milford connected on what seemed at the time to be a momentum-swinging play. Vincent Loscerbo completed a pass to Jaxson Finnimore. As Barnstable rallied to tackle Finnimore, he lateraled to Eli Rosenberg who darted down the sideline for a 52-yard TD with 18 seconds left in the half to push Milford's lead to 14-7. Enter Parrella. Less than a minute

Barnstable, MA · 1d

The Metrowest Daily News

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Nobscot housing plan shrinks again amid rezoning

A controversial housing proposal in Framingham's Nobscot neighborhood is continuing to shrink as city officials move closer to putting a rezoning request before the full City Council. The proposal from Waltham-based J & Co. calls for a residential development on around 30 acres near Edmands and Edgell roads on the north side of Framingham. The developer is seeking a zoning change that would allow higher density residential development on the property. An earlier version presented in February called for 416 units, including townhomes and multifamily buildings, but councilors said during a Nov. 9 Planning and Zoning Subcommittee meeting that the project's size has since been reduced to between 325 and 350 units with the final number still being discussed. When the property was considered for inclusion in the city's MBTA Communities zoning district in 2024, proposals contemplated the potential for more than 1,000 units. The parcel was ultimately excluded from the city's final MBTA zoning map. Since then, the scale of the development has continued to shrink amid opposition from residents. Councilors would like proposal to go before full council During the meeting, District 6 Councilor Phil Ottaviani said that he would like to see this proposal go before the

Framingham, MA · 1d

thisweekinworcester.com

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‘Turn It Down’ All-Stars take on Pink Floyd’s ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ Saturday

The “Turn It Down” All-Stars will perform Pink Floyd’s 1973 album “The Dark Side of the Moon” from start to finish Saturday, Nov. 14, at the BrickBox Theater to raise money for Pernet Family Health Service. The 7 p.m. show at the Jean McDonough Arts...

Worcester, MA · 1d

The Independent

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Sheriffs across Massachusetts have requested $241 million to repair and renovate their jails

Jail Funding Massachusetts ASSOCIATED PRESS Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux is seeking $27 million in state funding to renovate the Dartmouth House of Correction, so he can close the 148-year-old Ash Street Jail. But Heroux is facing competition from sheriffs across Massachusetts . They’re all seeking a share of limited state funding for major repairs and renovations at their facilities. Among the contenders is a jail even older than Ash Street: the Dukes County jail on Martha’s Vineyard, built in 1873, which needs structural and fire-safety repairs and more space. Essex County seeks to overhaul Middleton jail’s kitchen and dining area, while Worcester County wants to renovate deteriorating jail housing units and demolish a former hospital nurses’ home. Heroux shared his funding proposal with The Light for the first time, providing new details about the work needed to close Ash Street and its estimated cost. Five of the state’s 13 other sheriffs who run jails — Franklin, Berkshire , Dukes, Essex and Worcester — also shared their applications with The Light. Together, the sheriffs have requested about $241 million, far more than the $125 million to $150 million the state expects to allocate through the program. Franklin, Dukes and Essex

Bristol County, MA · 1d