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Mass. driver involved in four-car fatal crash in Maine, authorities say
A Massachusetts man was involved in a four-car fatal crash in Maine Friday morning that resulted in the death of a Maine woman, according to the Maine Department of Public Safety. Maine State Police responded to the crash on the Maine Turnpike in Wells around 8:40 a.m., the department said...
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...
Staying mild on Sunday
MILD WEATHER BUILDS Expect a pleasant end to the weekend with a few very light showers lingering into early Sunday morning. As the day progresses, we’ll see a mix of sun and clouds, with temperatures warming up to the comfortable mid to upper 60s. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities and soak up the pleasant weather. However, be prepared for a few more showers Sunday evening and overnight, although they will be very light. Monday morning will start off mild, with temperatures in the mid 50s, rising to the low 70s by the afternoon. With a mix of sun and clouds, Monday offers another great day to spend outdoors. Enjoy some time outside before our next front on Tuesday. MIDWEEK TRANSITION
Smoky fire at Steel & Rye contained quickly
Steel & Rye restaurant will remain closed temporarily after a smoky fire in the kitchen area was discovered in the early hours of April 20. Restaurant owner Dan Kerrigan said on April 22 that they are still working to determine when the restaurant may be able to reopen. He praised...
New England Free Jacks invite South Shore football players to rugby tackling clinic in May
The New England Free Jacks are calling all South Shore high school football players. On Sunday, May 5, the Quincy-based professional rugby team will be holding a rugby tackling clinic hosted by former New England Patriot Nate Ebner at Veterans Memorial Stadium at 9:30 a.m. ...
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....
Brockton High photography students show impacts of youth gambling through art exhibit
BROCKTON ― A group of 14 Brockton High School students showcased their originally photography Wednesday in the school's fine arts building, bringing awareness to the youth gambling problem in Brockton through artwork. Students from the high school’s PhotoVoice club, led by Brockton High photography teacher Amanda Dodge, created photographs...
Another cold start, but milder temperatures expected for the weekend
We had another widespread hard freeze across all of New England with freeze warnings Friday morning in southern New England and along the coast. Temperatures dropped to the 20s in many more spots compared to Thursday morning. This afternoon will be nice and sunny again thanks to high pressure settling in.
Two new MBTA operators talk about their trips to the driver’s seat
Peterson Desir has been riding the Red Line since he was a kid, and for the last several months, the 33-year-old Dorchester native has had the best seat on the train — the driver’s chair. He is one of 23 new heavy rail drivers who have been hired and trained by the MBTA as part of a larger push to fill open jobs throughout the agency.
Brockton Middle School Students Create Their Own Clothing Line
BROCKTON, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — Jaziah Wilson and Jonathan Robalo are not only eighth graders at North Middle School in Brockton; they're also a pair of entrepreneurs. The two students started their own clothing line, The 222 Apparel, selling shirts, hoodies, sweat suits, and more. "We wanted to do...
‘True monster’: Man convicted of raping, killing Mass. teacher pleads guilty in brutal assault case
A man convicted in the rape and death of a Massachusetts high school teacher more than a decade ago when he was a teenager pleaded guilty Friday to charges in connection with a separate assault case.
Franklin Park Zoo welcomes three new baby animals (photos)
The Franklin Park Zoo has welcomed three new baby animals to the Boston zoo so far this spring — a Hartmann’s mountain zebra, a yellow-billed stork and a wattled crane, the zoo announced this week. A male Hartmann’s mountain zebra was born April 24 to parents Khumalo, 5,...
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