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Deadly tick-borne disease confirmed in Mass. town
A rare deadly tick-borne disease was confirmed in a Massachusetts town. The Sharon Health Department confirmed the first case of Powassan virus, according to a release. And they are warning residents to take precautions. Powassan virus, like Lyme, is transmitted through infected ticks. The virus is considered rare, but the...
WATCH: State police announcing criminal charges in Boston after investigation
Massachusetts law enforcement authorities are set to announce criminal charges following an investigation. The announcement, involving Massachusetts State Police, Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and other authorities, will be made at a state police barracks in Boston Friday morning at 10 a.m., according to Ryan's office. The news conference will be livestreamed.
Boston police seize drugs, guns in Dorchester raid
BOSTON — Boston police on Wednesday arrested two men and seized a large cache of drugs and firearms during a raid in the city’s Dorchester neighborhood. At about 2:18 p.m., members of the Drug Control Unit of District C-11 arrested Darnell Gibbs, 27, and Luis Malave, 26, both of Dorchester, on multiple firearm and drug charges following an ongoing drug investigation.
Another cold start, but milder temperatures expected for the weekend
We had another widespread hard freeze across all of New England with freeze warnings Friday morning in southern New England and along the coast. Temperatures dropped to the 20s in many more spots compared to Thursday morning. This afternoon will be nice and sunny again thanks to high pressure settling in.
3 officers from one police department. 3 newborns. 1 hospital. 1 day. Wow
WEYMOUTH − The Weymouth Police Department announced Thursday that two of their officers and a detective all received life-changing news − and all in the same day. The post to the department's Facebook page sharing the news, however, has nothing to do with crime or the three's processional lives. "Our WPD extended family is...
Hundreds arrested across US campuses as pro-Palestinian protesters clash with police
Across colleges in the United States, students are leading protests against the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, resulting in the arrests of hundreds of students and some injured officers.
'Bring one of your yachts to town' — Brockton rally to save Good Sam slams Steward exec
BROCKTON — Brockton firefighters turned their union hall over to nurses Wednesday for a rally against the possible closure of Good Samaritan Medical Center. About 75 people attended what organizers billed as a community forum about the uncertain future of hospitals owned by Steward Health Care, including Good Sam.
'Run, don't walk!': Top 5 ice cream shops in the Brockton area, according to Yelp
Nothing beats a cool sweet treat on a hot spring or summer day. Now that the weather is warming, seasonal ice-cream stands have begun to open their doors to the public. Many ice cream shops in the Brockton area offer something unique — from homemade waffle cones at Ashland Farm Dairy, hundreds of flavors at Daddy’s Dairy, farm to table ice cream at Hornstra Farms, vintage candy-store vibes at Skinners Sugar House to decadent sundaes at Tom and Jimmy’s.
Weekend To Do List: Music and Japanese festivals
BOSTON - There are plenty of fun and exciting events this weekend to celebrate Spring and the end of April!Earth Day at the Shops at Chestnut HillCelebrate the planet in Chestnut Hill! Enjoy live music from local schools, shop for sustainable products, and learn more about how you can help the planet. They will also be collecting used or new clothes for the homeless.When: Saturday, April 27, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.Where: Center Court Mall, Level One at 199 Boylston Street, Chestnut HillCost: FreeClick here for more informationThe Town and the City Festival Immerse yourself in the two-day music and...
Former owner of South Boston dog training, boarding business sentenced to probation
BOSTON — The former owner of a dog training and boarding facility in South Boston was sentenced to two years of probation in connection with animal cruelty charges on Wednesday, the District Attorney said. Tyler Falconer, of Burlington, must also complete a Benchmark Animal Rehabilitative Curriculum and will be...
Families plead with Brockton not to close virtual school — only school some have known
BROCKTON — Fred Bond is a fourth-grade student at the Brockton Virtual Learning Academy. Bond, who is 10 years old, has never known another school. But Bond will have to attend a physical school for fifth grade next year, as the city plans to close the Brockton Virtual Learning Academy's elementary-level program in June. ...
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