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Boston Police Issue Alert on Drug-Spiked Drinks, Urge Public to Use Safety Measures and Report Incidents
The Boston Police Department (BPD) has issued a stern warning about the risks of drugged drinks in social settings and is strongly urging victims to come forward. According to a recent community alert, invisibly dangerous substances like Rohypnol, GHB, and Ketamine can be easily slipped into drinks, leading to disorientation and leaving individuals vulnerable to harm.
Sale closed in South Boston: $2.6 million for a triplex
A 4,404-square-foot three-unit house built in 1905 has changed hands. The spacious historic property located at 881 East Fourth Street in South Boston was sold on May 7, 2024. The $2,600,000 purchase price works out to $590 per square foot. This three-story triplex comprises a total of nine bedrooms and three baths. The home's external appearance showcases a flat roof design. Inside, there is one fireplace. Additionally, the house features a four-car garage, providing ample room for vehicles and storage needs. The property sits on a 4,062-square-foot lot.
Foggy start, Memorial Day is cooler with rain and thunderstorms possible
Keep an eye out for patchy fog if you will be traveling on Memorial Day, low clouds and light rain are possible through Monday morning and early afternoon. By late afternoon to early evening, a line of heavy downpours with embedded thunderstorms will begin to push over the area. Monday into very early Tuesday morning, the heaviest and nosiest round of rain and storms move through ahead of a cold front.
Boston Police Return Stolen Bike To Girl In Hyde Park
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — Detectives and Officers assigned to Hyde Park’s District E-18 recently went above and beyond by locating and returning a bike that was reported stolen on May 18th, 2024. In addition to returning the bike, officers went out of their way to ensure the bike...
Sale closed in Dorchester: $1.4 million for a duplex
A historic two-unit house located at 2 Fields Court in Dorchester has a new owner. The 1,958-square-foot property, built in 1905, was sold on March 14, 2024, for $1,375,000, or $702 per square foot. This two-story duplex comprises a total of three bedrooms and three baths. The home's outer design showcases a a gable roof frame, with roofing materials crafted from asphalt. There is a lone fireplace indoors. The property's lot measures 2,785 square feet square feet in area.
New England City Ranks #5 in the US for Most Expensive Cities to Buy a Home
Let’s talk about that New England city. You know, the one with the rich history, iconic sports teams, best events, and a wicked cool vibe. But there's something else about this city that's making headlines: it's outrageously expensive to own a piece of it. According to realtor.com, it turns...
Bicyclist Seriously Injured in Weston Collision Flown to Boston Hospital for Treatment
A woman was severely injured in a collision with a car while biking in the quaint suburb of Weston, Massachusetts, prompting an urgent airlift to a Boston hospital, authorities say. The incident, which occurred yesterday shortly before 4 p.m., took place near the bustling crossroads of Boston Post Road and Fiske Lane. As reported by NBC Boston, the victim, a 58-year-old female, was immediately tended to by first responders before being flown by Boston MedFlight due to the seriousness of her injuries.
Photos: The Killers perform at Boston Calling
Rock band The Killers closed the third and final day of Boston Calling, which was the only day of the festival that sold out of General Admission tickets. Formed in 2001 by lead singer Brandon Flowers and guitarist Dave Keuning, The Killers took the Green Stage around 9:15 p.m. Sunday, May 26.
Housing advocates press state lawmakers for solutions to high rents, low availability
BOSTON — While Massachusetts lawmakers have failed to act on the $4 billion housing bond bill proposed by Gov. Maura Healey that promises to mitigate the state's housing crisis, state officials must invest in short-term solutions and emergency interventions while waiting for the benefits of the massive investment in public and private housing to pay off. ...
Quality over quantity: These South Shore girls golfers are starring this spring
There aren't many South Shore high schools that offer girls golf in the spring, but the ones that do have quality talent. Last year, four local schools were represented on our All-Scholastic list (Duxbury, Hingham, Notre Dame Academy and Scituate). Some of those players returned to the same standard again this time around. With...
Boston Police Department remembers Officer Donald Brown 50 years after his death
The Boston Police Department is remembering the public service of Officer Donald Brown, who was killed during a robbery in Roslindale 50 years ago to the day on Friday. Brown, 64, was shot and killed at the American Legion Shopping Center on May 24, 1974, Boston police said in a press release. He was escorting a local store manager to a bank when the pair was confronted by four suspects. The officer was shot while attempting to fire his service weapon.
Boston Firefighters Battle Intense Mattapan Blaze, 3 Hospitalized and 16 Displaced
Flames engulfed a triple-decker in the Boston neighborhood of Mattapan on Saturday afternoon, leaving three people hospitalized and 16 others without a home. The blaze, which started around 2 p.m. on Walk Hill Street, saw firefighters battling intense flames and heat as they tried to douse the fire that swiftly spread through the back porches and leapt to an adjoining building, WHDH reports.
Plymouth Police Unveil School Spirit-Inspired Cruiser Celebrating Local Education and Community Ties
Plymouth's finest just got a sleek update to their fleet—the kind that stirs school spirit among students and pays homage to a local hero. Plymouth Community Intermediate School unveiled a new police cruiser that's more than just a patrol car; it's a rolling piece of history and pride. Adorned with the school's Falcon mascot and flaunting the number 50 to commemorate over half a century of education, the vehicle stands as a symbol of the bond between law enforcement and the pupils they protect.
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