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Heavy rain floods roads, businesses across Falmouth and Cape Cod

Heavy rain caused widespread flooding across Falmouth and other parts of Cape Cod on Friday, inundating roads, forcing some closures, and sending water into businesses and even the Falmouth Police Department.

Falmouth, MA · 13h

Cape Cod Times

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Jack Richardson unseats David Vieira in Cape Cod state rep race

FALMOUTH — Democrat Jack Richardson defeated longtime incumbent state Rep. David Vieira , a Republican, on Election Day, capping a campaign in which both candidates agreed on issues ranging from affordability to environmental concerns but differed sharply on how to address them. After the polls closed, Richardson, 23, was surrounded by supporters at the Daily Brew Coffee House & Lounge as results started to come in around 10 p.m. for the Third Barnstable District state representative seat. Intermittently, Richardson stood before a cheering crowd, updating party attendees on local wins. "I feel good. I'm proud of the campaign we ran. We knocked on over 10,000 doors. Made over 10,000 dials. And went to hundreds of events throughout the district," said Richardson, who is also a Falmouth Select Board member. "People want new ideas. People want new energy." As of Nov. 4, unofficial election results reported that Richardson had claimed roughly 52% of the vote over Vieira, 51, with 48% of the vote. Vieira has been in office since 2011. Throughout his eight-month campaign, Richardson emphasized his connection to working-class families and focused on affordability and the environment. Richardson and Vieira found common ground on some of the Cape's biggest challenges

Falmouth, MA · 3d

rolling out

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Massachusetts flooding traps cars as roads go underwater

Flooding swept through southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod and parts of Rhode Island on Friday, Nov. 6, after two weather systems dumped as much as 7 inches of rain. As of early today, West Wareham had the highest reported total at 7.12 inches, according to The Boston Globe. Flash flooding shut down many roads Friday night in New Bedford and Acushnet.

Massachusetts · 2h
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Street flooding reported around Southern New England

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) — Hours of heavy rain Friday led to reports of street flooding across Southern New England. Cars navigated deep water on Oaklawn Avenue in Cranston, a common spot for street flooding. Street flooding was also reported in Somerset. New Bedford police said "significant flooding" was...

New Bedford, MA · 14h
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Massachusetts Has 6 Places To Find A Thanksgiving Meal Without Spending $20

One sandwich shop on Cape Cod rolls carved turkey, herb stuffing, and cranberry into a pita. Then it names the whole thing after a Mayflower passenger. I love that. Lunch becomes a tiny history lesson. That clever roll-up has company in Massachusetts. One diner on this list operates out of...

Massachusetts · 19h

theweektoday.com

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Michael King sues Mattapoisett boards, officials

MATTAPOISETT — Michael King, the owner of Wyandotte Farm and chair of the Conservation Commission, sued the town of Mattapoisett, the Board of Health and individual members, and the town’s health agent for rights violations and emotional distress. He sued for a temporary restraining order, and adjoining requests,...

Mattapoisett, MA · 4d

islands.com

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Forget Boston — Retire To This Coastal Gem On The Rhode Island Border With Scenic State Parks And Vibrant Cities

Bustling, busy, and expensive: These three words can succinctly describe the experience of many who live in Boston. America's "Cradle of Liberty" may be full of historic charm, great museums, world-class art, and great healthcare, but it's also become priced out for many, with a cost of living that's 49% higher than the national average, according to Payscale. So what's a retiree who wants to live in a coastal Massachusetts county to do? Why, move to Bristol County, Massachusetts, of course! Cities here, like New Bedford, have a lower cost of living than Boston, according to Salary.com, and are perfectly positioned near Rhode Island for great day trips to places like The Breakers. In Bristol County, you've got the best of city life with the perks of being near some great natural beauty, including dense forests and expansive beaches.

Bristol County, MA · 2d

Total Apex Entertainment

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Lindsay Clancy Retrial: The Ruling That Could Still Stop It

Lindsay Clancy appeared in Massachusetts court Nov. 2 as a judge weighs post-trial motions tied to a possible retrial in her triple murder case.

Duxbury, MA · 1d

Turnto10.com

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New Bedford soldier killed in WWII identified

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) — A New Bedford soldier who went missing during World War II has been identified and will be buried in Massachusetts on the 82nd anniversary of his disappearance. U.S. Army Pfc. William A. Gervais Jr., 28, was accounted for June 18, according to the Defense...

New Bedford, MA · 2d

theweektoday.com

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Middleboro and Lakeville buck the trend in statewide elections

Voting signs placed outside of the Middleboro High School polling location on Election Day. Photo by Christian Uva. A chart showing how Lakeville and Middleboro voters went on each of the nine ballot questions. Voting signs placed outside of the Middleboro High School polling location on Election Day. Photo by...

Middleborough, MA · 3d

The Standard-Times

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Republican St. Gelais flips 8th Bristol state rep seat. Full results

Voters in the 8th Bristol District elected Republican Jesse W. St. Gelais of Acushnet to represent them in the Nov. 3 general election. The election pitted the Democratic incumbent state Rep. Steven J. Ouellette , seeking a second term on Beacon Hill, against the Republican newcomer. As of Wednesday, Nov. 4, St. Gelais had received 9,006 votes to 8,547 for Ouellette in unofficial results. During the campaign, Ouellette pointed to money he says he has helped direct toward communities in the district, constituent services and his experience in local government as evidence that he has been effective during his first term. St. Gelais argued the district needs a different political voice on Beacon Hill, saying state spending, energy costs and the Legislature's resistance to Auditor Diana DiZoglio's effort to audit the Legislature show a need for greater accountability. St. Gelais, 43, graduated from New Bedford High School and attended Bristol Community College. He has spent 26 years running his family's New Bedford insurance business, Help-U-Insure. His civic involvement includes serving as a former vice president of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick and as a member of the New Bedford Port Society's board of managers and finance committee. He has

New Bedford, MA · 3d

theweektoday.com

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‘Alarming’ discrepancy of $1.2 million found in town financial records

MIDDLEBORO — The town missed out on being able to use money it had because of poor bookkeeping, Interim Town Manager Robert Nunes told the Middleboro Select Board at its Nov. 2 meeting. Nunes said that he found a $1.215 million discrepancy over a three-year period between the amount...

Middleborough, MA · 4d

WPRI 12 News

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How Bristol County residents voted in governor's race

Bristol County, MA · 1d

Martha's Vineyard Times

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Derby committee opposes Chappy court decision

For 81 years, the Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby has celebrated the Island’s fishing traditions, and brought families, friends, and neighbors together on its shores. The Derby is far more than a fishing contest. It is an annual five-week opportunity for participants to renew long-standing friendships, create new relationships, and enjoy the beauty of the Vineyard.

Edgartown, MA · 2d

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Acushnet community has Trick or Treat 'redo' for 4 -year-old who missed it

ACUSHNET, Mass. (WJAR) — The Acushnet community recently had a Halloween "redo" to show support for a local 4-year-old who missed trick or treating. Rebekah Clancy said last week, her daughter Ava went into the hospital for surgery and wasn't discharged at the time they had hoped for. “She...

Acushnet, MA · 1d

theweektoday.com

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Hewins pleasantly surprised with election results, Gaskey keeping ‘options open’

Sarah Hewins, center, called her district "tough" to win in. File photo. A screenshot of John Gaskey's premature victory announcement on Facebook, which he posted shortly before 11 p.m. on Nov. 3 and later deleted.

Wareham, MA · 2d

newbedfordlight.org

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South Coast looks for candidates who are doing good work

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... I remember running into state Rep.-elect Jesse St. Gelais a few years ago when I was writing a Thanksgiving column. I had decided to see how my beloved Missionaries of Charity were doing with the annual turkey meals they prepare for many of the city’s elderly and disabled people.

Westport, MA · 2d

Cape Cod Chronicle

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Fuel Spill Closes Marina Engine Workshop

CHATHAM – A fuel spill at Stage Harbor Marina has shut down the shorefront facility’s engine repair shop, and the fate of the building is currently in the hands of insurance companies. The 80 Bridge St. building, along with the main marina structure, are slated for eventual demolition...

Chatham, MA · 3d

FUN 107

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Massachusetts Homes Are Twice as Likely to Catch Fire on Thanksgiving

Residential fires double on Thanksgiving Day in Massachusetts, with over 80 percent starting in the kitchen from unsafe cooking practices.

Massachusetts · 2d

Cape Cod Chronicle

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Monomoy Middle School Project Workmanship Questioned

CHATHAM – The replacement of windows, siding and trim at the Monomoy Regional Middle School is nearly complete, but questions are being raised about the quality of the work and whether there has been proper oversight of the $10 million project. Local builder Bob Stello resigned from the building...

Chatham, MA · 2d