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Taunton Daily Gazette

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Months of Raynham Route 138 construction daytime detours. Where, when

Road work on Route 138 in Raynham will bring a northbound detour and potential traffic delays from Nov. 9 through Dec. 31. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation will conduct work between I-495 and Robinson Street from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., according to a community announcement. The work is scheduled daily from Nov. 9 through Dec. 31 and is expected to be completed by the afternoon of Dec. 31. Route 138 southbound will remain open. Route 138 northbound detour During work hours, drivers traveling north on Route 138 will be directed to: Turn right onto Elm Street East. Turn left onto Ann Street. Turn left onto Robinson Street. Turn right onto Route 138 northbound. Signs and messages will direct motorists through the work area. Drivers should expect delays, reduce their speed and use caution when traveling through the affected area. The construction schedule is weather dependent and may change without notice. How to check traffic conditions Travelers can visit www.mass511.com or download the Mass511 mobile app for live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions and project information. Users also can subscribe to text and email traffic alerts. Motorists can dial 511 and select a route for real-time conditions or follow

Raynham, MA · 3d

Turnto10.com

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Swansea town officials to discuss building an A.I. Data Center

(WJAR) — Town officials in Swansea are set to discuss the building of an AI data center. Data center officials will present plans for a potential facility, but it's unclear where it would be located or how large it would be. These facilities have faced fierce opposition in other...

Swansea, MA · 5h
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New Bedford Gets $13,058 as State Awards Nearly $2M in Fire Safety Grants for Kids, Seniors

Programs Include School-Based Life Safety Education, Smoke and CO Alarm Installation. The Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced nearly $2 million in grants to hundreds of local fire departments that will deliver vital life safety education to Massachusetts’ most vulnerable residents. The grants represent two longstanding fire safety programs coordinated by...

New Bedford, MA · 21h
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Taunton Daily Gazette

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From 157-year-old station to 'best of the best': Taunton's new HQ

Taunton's new combined police and fire headquarters at 90 County St. is "the best of the best," Fire Chief Steven Lavigne told the Gazette during a tour. "You have to realize that we left a building that was built 157 years ago," Lavigne said, referring to the old Central Fire Station that has now been replaced by 90 County St. "This is the best of the best." Lavigne and now-retired Taunton Police Chief Ed Walsh both spoke to the Gazette after a key ceremony at the combined headquarters on Wednesday, Oct. 14 . They said the new facility has numerous features that improve life for city employees and the residents they serve. Here's what we know. Walsh: increased space but adjustment needed for communication Walsh, of the new headquarters, told the Gazette that "this station was specifically designed for the Taunton Police Department." Walsh spoke to the Gazette before his retirement on Oct. 31. "We spent a lot of time with the architects, going over stuff and making sure we had the best and most modern facility," he said. He said that the new headquarters have improved features compared to the old police station next to Taunton City Hall. "We

Taunton, MA · 1d

theweektoday.com

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Get up close and personal with a truck at Nichols school fundraiser

MIDDLEBORO — You can touch any truck you want at Nichols Middle School on Saturday, Nov. 14. The school is holding a touch a truck fundraiser and vendor and craft fair to raise money for the eighth grade class field trip to Washington, D.C. on Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Middleborough, MA · 2d

Martha's Vineyard Times

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Alarms sound over Jordan’s Nursery

Town officials and residents, both inside and outside of meetings, have raised glaring and immediate concerns over the past few weeks about Jordan’s Nursery, an existing operation in Oak Bluffs that is currently under review by the Martha’s Vineyard Commission (MVC). These worries, like others that have come...

Oak Bluffs, MA · 22h

plymouthindependent.org

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Plymouth gears up for Thanksgiving

No place does Thanksgiving quite like Plymouth, where the history is synonymous with the town and can be sampled, celebrated and solemnly considered. From 17th-century feasts and a nationally recognized parade to music, waterfront festivities and a day of reflection, this week kicks off a host of events leading up to Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26.

Plymouth, MA · 1d

CBS Boston

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Matthew Farwell trial jury is deadlocked, says "will not change any time soon"

The jury in former police officer Matthew Farwell's Massachusetts trial told the judge in a note Monday it is deadlocked and does not anticipate that changing soon.

Stoughton, MA · 21h

Cape Cod Times

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Cape Cod may get rain instead of Thanksgiving snow, almanac says

Will it snow on Cape Cod on Thanksgiving this year? Don't count on it, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac . Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, Nov. 26, this year, and travelers across the country could encounter "a mix of sunshine, rain, and snow" over the course of the holiday week, per the Old Farmer's Almanac Thanksgiving Weather Forecast . The long-range outlook is based on solar science, climatology, and meteorology. The week of Thanksgiving is typically one of the busiest travel periods of the year. If you're planning a trip, be sure to check the forecast regularly as the holiday approaches, so you can prepare for potential weather-related travel snags. Snow could fall in parts of the Upper Midwest and Northeast, while Alaska is also expected to see some flakes near the end of November, the almanac said. Here's what the Old Farmer's Almanac predicts for Massachusetts with less than a month to go to Thanksgiving. Will it snow in Massachusetts on Thanksgiving? What Old Farmer's Almanac says Snow is unlikely to fall in Massachusetts this Thanksgiving. According to the Old Farmer's Almanac's long-range forecast , Bay Staters can expect a rainy but mild-temperatured holiday. In the western portion of

Cape Cod And Islands, MA · 2d

iheart.com

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Barnstable To Hold Veterans Day Ceremonies, Events On November 11th

The Town of Barnstable will be holding Veterans Day ceremonies and events on Wednesday, November 11th. There will be a 9 a.m. wreath-laying ceremonies at the John F. Kennedy Memorial and Korean War Memorial on Ocean Street in Hyannis. At 9:30 a.m., the annual Barnstable Soldiers' Veterans Day Ceremony will...

Barnstable, MA · 23h

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Visiting Dental Hygiene honors Brockton veterans with free dental care and special tributes

Visiting Dental Hygiene, Inc. (VDH), a Massachusetts nonprofit organization, partnered with the Brockton Council on Aging to honor local veterans with a special day of free preventive dental care, appreciation, and community connection at the Brockton Senior Center. As part of the Veterans Dental Care Day celebration, three public health...

Brockton, MA · 19h

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Museum work allowed to resume

A monthlong dispute with town officials that forced a temporary shutdown on construction of a museum conversion at the Mayflower Meetinghouse appears to be over. Work has been allowed to resume after the building’s owners filed new paperwork. Town officials had ordered construction stopped in October on the historic...

Plymouth, MA · 10h

Taunton Daily Gazette

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Longtime Taunton budget director Gill Enos retires

Longtime Taunton budget director Gill Enos has retired after nearly 35 years of service to the city. Friends, colleagues and city employees gathered at Taunton City Hall on Oct. 29 to mark the retirement, according to a community announcement. Enos' career in the Mayor's Office spanned four administrations under mayors Bob Nunes, Charlie Crowley, Tom Hoye and Shaunna O'Connell. Beyond the budget director's office, Enos served 16 years on the Retirement Board and 10 years on the Zoning Board of Appeals. Enos also completed two terms as a member of the Taunton Public Schools School Committee. Enos has also served for many years on the board of Taunton Federal Credit Union. The Oct. 29 gathering included friends and current and former city employees who shared stories and memories from Enos' long career. Those attending paid tribute to Enos' frugality, mentorship and dedication to Taunton, according to the announcement. O'Connell, Mayor's Office staff and current and former City of Taunton employees offered their gratitude and best wishes to Enos in retirement. This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This

Taunton, MA · 9h

vineyardgazette.com

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Island to Honor Service Members for Veterans Day

Edgartown and Oak Bluffs will host Veterans Day ceremonies this week to honor the Vineyard’s military service members. The ceremony in Edgartown begins at 9 a.m. in front of the courthouse Wednesday. Later, in Oak Bluffs, a parade will begin at 11 a.m. in front of Nancy’s Snack Bar. The procession will march to the veterans memorial nearby where there will be a short ceremony. Afterwards, a luncheon at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9261 in Oak Bluffs, will begin at noon.

Oak Bluffs, MA · 20h

capeandislands.org

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From cornhole to KitchenAids, Cape libraries loan out more than books

On a busy fall morning at the Osterville Village Library, executive director Cyndy Cotton showed off the library’s extensive collection of items you can check out that are not books. One of her favorites is a xylophone. “I just think that's so cool,” she said. “Where do you ever...

Bourne, MA · 8h

iheart.com

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Barnstable County Gets More State Help For Infrastructure

Cape area communities are getting an early Christmas gift from the state. Treasurer Deb Goldberg's office announced 108 million dollars in loan forgiveness for 46 water projects in 35 communities. "These grants will support important projects throughout Massachusetts and help lower costs for local communities," said State Treasurer Deborah B....

Barnstable County, MA · 6h

reportertoday.com

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A Wreath. A Name. A Story Remembered. Help Poppy’s Crew Honor Rehoboth’s Veterans

Poppy’s Crew began in memory of our beloved Poppy, a U.S. Navy veteran. What started as a family tribute has grown into a community effort to bring Wreaths Across America to Rehoboth Village Cemetery. Our work is simple but meaningful. We raise funds to sponsor remembrance wreaths, then bring...

Rehoboth, MA · 23h

Dino World

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11 Things Archaeologists Dug Up Under Boston During the Big Dig

Stick with us to the end: one forgotten item from the tunnels reveals exactly how early Bostonians lived day to day.

Boston, MA · 5d

familydestinationsguide.com

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The Groovy 60s-Themed Diner In Massachusetts Where Comfort Food Dreams Actually Come True Daily

There’s a diner in Norwood, Massachusetts that makes you forget you had anywhere else to be today. The Sixties Diner has that rare quality of a place that pulls you in completely, and the only thing you’ll regret is not coming sooner. Let’s start with something important.

Norwood, MA · 6d

nbcboston.com

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Two golden retrievers ‘assist' Hingham firefighters during medical call

Two golden retrievers tried to lend a paw to firefighters responding to a medical emergency in Hingham, Massachusetts, on Thursday, according to the firefighters union. The dogs walked up to the crew “to assist with medical care,” a post from Hingham Firefighters Local 2398 said. The dogs had...

Hingham, MA · 2d