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Officials ID man found dead at Shoppers World in Framingham, Massachusetts
A man whose body was found behind a Shoppers World business in Framingham, Massachusetts, last weekend has been identified. The Middlesex Count District Attorney's Office said the body of Anthony Junior Lopez, 30, of Framingham, was found behind Hot Table at the plaza on Worcester Road. Lopez worked at the business.
Fake Chiropractor Assaulted 2 Women At Somerville Clinic, Exposed Himself: DA
A 60-year-old Somerville man was arrested and charged with groping two women while performing chiropractic adjustments on them. However, he is not a licensed chiropractor, police said. Jose Mendez was charged with two counts of indecent exposure and battery on a person over 14, indecent e…
Shop, Sip, & Save at the South Boston Spring Stroll May 9
Join the South Boston Chamber of Commerce and South Boston NDC in celebrating the arrival of spring at the eagerly anticipated annual Spring Stroll on Thursday, May 9. Kicking off at 4 p.m., take a leisurely evening walk along Broadway and its surrounding areas to indulge in a delightful array of discounts, refreshments, and special promotions offered by our local small businesses and restaurants. This is the perfect opportunity to do your Mother’s Day shopping!
Blogger ‘Turtleboy' expected in court Tuesday
Aidan Kearney, the controversial blogger known as "Turtleboy," is expected in court Tuesday for a pre-trial hearing. Kearney is facing charges in connection with the Karen Read murder case. He's been covering the case, which has garnered extensive attention, and has led prosecutors to charge him with witness intimidation. He's...
Dump Truck Crash on Route 24 in Randolph Disrupts Morning Commute, Lanes Closed for Hours
Commuters faced delays this morning after a dump truck overloaded and crashed into a guardrail on Route 24 northbound at Exit 41 in Randolph. According to an early post from MassDOT on X, two right lanes were closed due to the wreck. The post also served as a public service announcement, warning of expected delays caused by the accident.
Dorchester's Comfort Kitchen is a James Beard 'Best New Restaurant' semi-finalist
Comfort Kitchen, in the heart of Dorchester, was recently named a semi-finalist in the prestigious James Beard Award “Best New Restaurant” category in New England. The restaurant opened its doors just over a year ago and has already become one of the city's premier dining destinations. “It's really...
Single-family home in Lexington sells for $2.4 million
A spacious historic house located at 25 Parker Street in Lexington has new owners. The 3,338-square-foot property, built in 1880, was sold on April 4, 2024, for $2,350,000, or $704 per square foot. This three-story home boasts a generous living space with six bedrooms and four bathrooms. The home's external structure has a gable roof design, covered with asphalt roofing. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the house comes with a one-car garage. The property occupies a sizable 0.4-acre lot.
Ex-Weymouth police officer pleads guilty to punching man in custody 13 times
The former Weymouth, Massachusetts, police officer who was charged with punching a man while he was in custody pleaded guilty to a federal charge on Tuesday, prosecutors announced. Justin Chappell resigned from the Weymouth Police Department after being notified he was facing termination for the incident, which occurred on July...
Man accused of robbing New Hampshire mail carrier now faces federal charge
MANCHESTER, N.H. — An 18-year-old from Lowell, Massachusetts, who is accused of stealing the keys of a Nashua mail carrier, is now facing a federal charge. Prosecutors said Baraka Janvier and another suspect pointed a BB gun at the carrier while he was delivering mail last week and stole his keys.
A tale of two transit agencies
In late March, the MBTA announced it would be paying an additional $148 million to the Chinese locomotive manufacturer CRRC, in hopes of pushing the company to complete its order for desperately needed T cars by 2027. The order, which was made in 2014, was for 404 new T cars to be delivered by September 2023. To date, the MBTA has only received around 130 of those cars and with this latest payout, the total deal between the agency and CRRC is now valued at over $1 billion.
Boston Police Join in for the 16th Annual Shamrock Shootout Street Hockey Tournament in West Roxbury
In a show of community spirit and engagement, officers from Boston Police Department's District E-5 rolled up their sleeves to participate in the 16th Annual Shamrock Shootout Street Hockey Tournament in West Roxbury, blending sportsmanship with public service. The event, renowned for its sense of local camaraderie and youthful competition, drew participants and spectators alike, despite the drizzle that sought, but failed, to dampen the day's events.
Serious crash on Mass. Pike in Brighton backs up highway
A serious crash on the Massachusetts Turnpike in Boston Tuesday afternoon was causing heavy traffic toward the city. Massachusetts State Police urged drivers to seek alternate routes around the crash on the highway in Brighton. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation characterized the crash as a rollover. An SUV was seen...
Detached house in Belmont sells for $2.5 million
A 3,423-square-foot house built in 2015 has changed hands. The spacious property located at 46 Betts Road in Belmont was sold on April 3, 2024. The $2,475,000 purchase price works out to $723 per square foot. This three-story home provides a generous living space with its four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. The lot of the property covers a substantial area of 7,072 square feet.
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