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Flight attendant indicted in attempt to record teen girl in airplane bathroom
BOSTON (AP) — An American Airlines flight attendant was indicted Thursday after authorities said he tried to secretly record video of a 14-year-old girl using an airplane bathroom last September. Police have also alleged that Estes Carter Thompson III, 36, of Charlotte, North Carolina, had recordings of four other...
'Bring one of your yachts to town' — Brockton rally to save Good Sam slams Steward exec
BROCKTON — Brockton firefighters turned their union hall over to nurses Wednesday for a rally against the possible closure of Good Samaritan Medical Center. About 75 people attended what organizers billed as a community forum about the uncertain future of hospitals owned by Steward Health Care, including Good Sam.
A Former Postal Service Worker Has Been Charged With Mail Theft
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — A former postal service worker has been indicted by a federal grand jury of theft of mail and theft of government funds, according to a press release from the Department of Justice. The individual, Michael Murray, 36, of Lynn, was charged with one count of...
Mass. man convicted of killing father during baptism in pond because he saw 'demon' in his eyes
DUXBURY, Mass. (TCD) -- A jury found a 22-year-old man guilty of killing his father while performing an exorcism in a local pond in order to rid him of demons. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office announced Thursday, April 25, that Jack Callahan was convicted of involuntary manslaughter for the death of his father, Scott Callahan. The jury reached the verdict after an eight-day trial and 25 hours of deliberation. He was on trial for murder.
Japanese wagyu, lobster wontons: Where to find best, unique lunch specials near Brockton
BROCKTON — It’s Friday, and you know what that means — payday! And what’s the best way to spend your hard-earned cash? Food! Now, let’s find local restaurants with weekly specials and delectable bites. These weekly lists of tidbits and food finds are not restaurant reviews but go beyond a bare-bones round-up. Staff writer Alisha Saint-Ciel gives tips and takes to help Brockton-area foodies find those mouth-watering hidden gems, old favorites, and exciting new offerings. ...
Arrest warrant scammer impersonates Bridgewater police via phone, threatens arrest
BRIDGEWATER — Bridgewater police are warning residents of an arrest warrant scam involving a caller claiming to be a lieutenant or detective with the department, Chief Christopher D. Delmonte said in a press release. According to Delmonte, multiple Bridgewater residents received calls from a scammer who informed them they...
3 officers from one police department. 3 newborns. 1 hospital. 1 day. Wow
WEYMOUTH − The police announced Thursday that two of their officers and a detective all received life-changing news − and all in the same day. The post to the department's Facebook page sharing the news, however, has nothing to do with crime or the three's processional lives. "Our WPD extended family is always growing….BUT...
Kingston Carnival to require chaperones for teens after fight in Weymouth
KINGSTON - Fiesta Shows is making some changes to its entry policy following a fight that broke out among teens at its carnival in Weymouth last Friday night. Fists were seen flying and a young crowd cheering on two young girls captured on cellphone video. Brenda Martinez, 13, was in the crowd. "I was just scared at first, everybody saw the fight and was coming in and pushing us just to get the video," said Martinez. Her mother Jessica Figueroa was waiting in the parking lot of the Weymouth carnival and saw the commotion....
Boston Transit Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspect in Park Street Station Assault Case
The Boston Transit Police Department is calling on the public to assist in identifying a person of interest connected to an assault and battery case that occurred at the Park Street MBTA station on April 17. The incident, described as an unprovoked attack on a female victim, took place late in the evening at around 9:53 p.m.
There’s a Smorgasbord of Boston Food Festivals Happening This Weekend
It’s sunny outside, the temperature is rising, and spring is in full swing around the city. To celebrate, get outside and check out one of the multiple food festivals happening around town this weekend, from the long-awaited return of Japan Festival Boston to the Big Queer Food Fest in Downtown Boston. Check out details on everything below:
Abington HS Fight: Pocket Knife Not Used, Police Say
The school resource officer called for backup around 1:20 p.m. when two fighting students "became physical with the police officer and school staff," the department said in a release. Three students were arrested, one of whom took an ambulance to the hospital for a minor injury, authorities said. A pocket...
Legendary ‘70s-’80s rock bands coming to Mass. this summer: Where to buy tickets
Styx and Foreigner have announced their joint 2024 North American Tour called, “The Renegades & Juke Box Heroes” and it will kick off on June 11 in Grand Rapids, MI. The two bands will stop in Mansfield, MA at the Xfinity Center on Friday, August 2. Tickets are on sale now and fans can shop for the best seats and prices on reliable third-party ticket vendors such as StubHub and VividSeats.
Judge rules ‘Turtleboy’ blogger can attend Karen Read murder trial
The Holden man known as “Turtleboy” can attend the Karen Read murder trial, a Dedham District Court judge ruled on Friday, The Boston Globe reported. Aidan Kearney, 42, appeared in Dedham District Court for a pre-trial hearing. Unrelated to the Read trial, he was charged separately with violating a restraining order with his former girlfriend.
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