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Throwback: Massive fire at La Salette Shrine

(WJAR) — It was 27 years ago that a massive fire destroyed part of the La Salette Shrine and claimed the life of a visiting priest. The Castle was never rebuilt, but a new welcome center was constructed in the early 2000's. This year the Festival of Lights at...

Attleboro, MA · 1d

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Allegedly Drunk, Cracked-Out Massachusetts Man Turns on Mom and Houseguest with Knife and Hatchet

A 34-year-old Norton man remains in custody after police say he attacked an acquaintance and his mother late Monday night with a knife and hatchet inside a Faith Way apartment, following hours of crack cocaine use and a full bottle of vodka. Jake Joseph Callanan was arraigned Tuesday in Attleboro...

Norton, MA · 1d

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The Mill Wharf to Temporarily Close for Major Renovations and Brand Refresh in Scituate

A longstanding waterfront favorite in Scituate is preparing for a major makeover. The Mill Wharf will temporarily close its doors at 23 Mill Wharf Plaza on November 14, 2026, for what the restaurant describes as “essential building improvements.” The team expects to welcome guests back in spring/summer 2027, pending construction timelines. In addition to a complete interior design renovation, the project will also include a brand refresh and a menu overhaul.

Scituate, MA · 6h

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Dog reportedly pushed out of SUV and abandoned in Canton, animal control says

Animal control officers are investigating after a dog was reportedly pushed out of a vehicle and abandoned in Canton, Massachusetts, this week. A Trayer Road resident told Canton Animal Control they witnessed the incident in front of their home around 9 a.m. Tuesday. They described the driver as a middle aged woman in a silver Toyota RAV4, believed to be a 2019-2025 model based on the body style.

Canton, MA · 1d

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EXCLUSIVE: Sandra Birchmore Death Case Erupts in New Subpoena Fight as Stoughton Officials Push Back

Stoughton officials fight eight subpoenas seeking testimony and investigative records in a new legal dispute tied to the Sandra Birchmore death case.

Stoughton, MA · 23h

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Nearly 4 feet of water fills Massachusetts home's basement after a 16-inch water main breaks

The community lost access to a hospital because of that storm.

Norwood, MA · 17h

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Randolph Police Chief to retire after more than 30 years of service

The Randolph Police Chief plans to retire in January 2027, concluding more than 30 years of service to the community where he grew up.

Randolph, MA · 1d

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James Flaherty Keynote Speaker At Quincy’s Veterans Day Ceremony

Quincy Police Capt. James Flaherty, a retired lieutenant commander in the United States Navy Reserves, will serve as the keynote speaker at Quincy’s Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The ceremony will take place in front of the World War II memorial inside Merrymount Park at the conclusion...

Quincy, MA · 7h

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YOUR VIEW: Parking plan ‘deserves more scrutiny’

Apparently, Plymouth has a parking problem. The proposed solution is to pave more of the town. According to the Plymouth Independent, the town is considering a $1.2 million to $1.5 million project to expand parking behind Nathaniel Morton Elementary School from 60 spaces to 150. The project would add nearly 10,000 square feet of pavement and provide free public parking outside school hours. Officials describe it as a “win-win.”

Plymouth, MA · 1d

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“He Does Not Belong on the Street”: New Bedford Career Criminal Sentenced After Punching Woman While Violating Restraining Order

Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced that 45-year-old Michael Silva of New Bedford pleaded guilty on October 27, 2026, in New Bedford District Court to the following charges: Assault and Battery in Violation of a Restraining Order, Domestic Assault and Battery, Larceny from a Building, and Threats to Commit a Crime.

New Bedford, MA · 6h

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Your guide to South Shore holiday markets and craft fair 2026

Looking for a South Shore holiday market or Christmas craft fair? At least 18 are scheduled from November through Dec. 18, 2026, with events from Quincy and Weymouth to Plymouth and Cohasset. In Quincy, the Holiday Shopping Expo at North Quincy High School brings local vendors and holiday activities together for a two-day event Nov. 14 and 15. A week later, the Woodward School Holiday Market offers handmade gifts, crafts and treats at Woodward School for Girls. December highlights include nearl 100 handmade vendors at the Plymouth Holiday Market and 80 artists, makers and specialty food artisans at the Cohasset Holiday Market. Hanover's South Shore Holiday Shoppes also offers multiple weekends of shopping leading up to Christmas. Here's what's coming up across the South Shore this November and December. Holiday Craft Fair, Bake Sale & Raffle in Marshfield on Nov. 7 includes massages When: Saturday, Nov. 7; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Marshfield Senior Center, 230 Webster St., Marshfield Admission: $2 donation is requested Shop from 75 crafters and artisans at this holiday fair, which also features a bake sale and raffle. Additional activities and services include tarot card readings, chair massages, foot massages and mermaid hair styling. Chili,

Plymouth, MA · 1d

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Bristol County DA identifies man killed in North Attleboro pedestrian highway crash

Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn, III has announced a pedestrian fatality in North Attleboro. The pedestrian had been struck by a motorcycle on Route 1 at the intersection of E. Washington Street and Rodney Road on Tuesday, at just after 5:00 p.m. North Attleboro Police and EMS arrived at...

North Attleborough, MA · 1d

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3 hospitalized after rollover crash on Route 1 in Walpole

Three people were taken to the hospital following a three-vehicle rollover crash in Walpole Thursday morning.

Walpole, MA · 1d

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Remains of 28-year-old Bristol County man killed during World War II identified

WASHINGTON – The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced Tuesday that 28-year-old U.S. Army Pfc. William A. Gervais, Jr. of New Bedford, Massachusetts, killed during World War II, was accounted for on June 18th. Gervais’s family received their full briefing on his identification, therefore, additional details on his identification can...

Bristol County, MA · 1d

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Two Snow Queens and a Clara: Hingham Dancers Lead Project31’s Nutcracker

Grace Mathien as Clara (center) with Lead Party Girls, from left: Claire Beisel, Marielle Hoppe, Audrey Farrell, Briana Sullivan, Lucy McQuat, and Ryann McDonald. Photo: Urbano Photography. Grace Mathien returns as Clara; Rose McLaughlin and Sophie Smith share the Snow Queen in Dec. 5 performances in Weymouth. Forty-four Hingham dancers,...

Hingham, MA · 1d

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Pilgrim Festival Chorus Presents Four-Concert Holiday Performance Series in Plymouth

Pilgrim Festival Chorus (PFC), a 100-member South Shore community chorus representing more than 20 regional communities, presents a four-performance holiday concert series at The Church of the Pilgrimage, 15 Town Square, Plymouth. The series opens with the winter concert, “Seven Joys of Christmas: Music to Celebrate the Season,” on Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, December 6 at 1 pm and 4 pm, and concludes with a community event, “Celebrate! Messiah and Carol Sing,” on Sunday, December 20 at 4 pm. The choral concert is led by Artistic Directors William B. Richter, conductor, and Elizabeth Chapman Reilly, organist. The community sing-along “Messiah” is led by William B. Richter, director, and Michael Eaton, organist, with members of Pilgrim Festival Chorus as soloists.

Plymouth, MA · 12h

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Panthers football headed to state tournament

Bennett Tobin had never scored three touchdowns in a varsity football game. James Stafford had never scored a touchdown. Ever. Both firsts came Friday on the road at North Quincy in Plymouth South’s 28-27 win over the Red Raiders, a significant victory qualifying the team for the high school football state tournament.

Plymouth, MA · 1d

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From hive to honey: A Rochester beekeeper’s story

Nettie often speaks or hums to the bees, "whatever comes to my head," she said. On a beehive, the golden material is pollen and honey. The dark brown material comes from babies that will hatch soon, and white material is larvae. Nettie and Tom in front of the Honey House,...

Rochester, MA · 1d

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Girls soccer learns their tourney fate

One of the favorite sayings of legendary football coach Bill Belichick is “the hay is in the barn.” Translation: the team has done all they can do. What happens next is out of their hands. That’s where things stood after Plymouth North girls soccer’s 1-0 loss on Monday...

Plymouth, MA · 1d

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Milton crafting: Creating glowing fall leaf lanterns from a recycled jar

The leaves are turning all over Milton right now, and it’s the perfect time to bring some of that color indoors. These simple leaf lanterns turn an empty pasta sauce or jelly jar into a cozy glowing decoration that works for Halloween night and stays lovely right through Thanksgiving dinner.

Milton, MA · 1d