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Massachusetts man's dying wish is to find new home for his best friend
PLAINVILLE, Mass. (WJAR) — A Plainville man who said he is dying of cancer is spending his final weeks working to rehome his dog and best friend. Ten years ago, David Fine said 'Babs' walked into his life, and never left. Initially, as a puppy, she had been given...
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Mass Man Turns In Winning Ticket Bought In Foxborough
A trust has claimed the $1 million prize purchased last week at a Foxborough gas station. The Regional Magnet Nominee Trust of West Bridgewater collected the check from the "100X Cash" $10 scratch-off ticket. The winner's name was not released, but Scott Bradley, a trustee, pick…
Mass. State Lottery winner: $25k a year for life prize claimed 3 days before expiration
The $25,000 a year for life “Lucky for Life” lottery prize somebody won almost a full year ago in Massachusetts was claimed on Tuesday — just three days before it was going to expire. The Retirement Trust of Natick came forward to claim the winner’s prize at...
Ashland restaurateur says low tipping is causing him to lose staff. Here's his solution
ASHLAND — A local restaurateur has instituted an automatic 18% gratuity on all dine-in orders, saying low tippers have made it hard for his business to retain staff. Alan MacIntosh, owner of Doragon Eatery at 1 West Union St. (Route 135), announced the new policy in a recent Facebook post. "The tips have just...
East Providence Restaurants Hope Outdoor Dining Will Bring In More Diners
Restaurants in East Providence are hoping a new ordinance will help to bring more business to their eateries. Mayor Bob DaSilva authorized and the City Council approved the change to help businesses that continue to be negatively impacted by the closure of the westbound portion of the Washington Bridge. The...
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