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UConn alum Werstler wins the 35th district

University of Connecticut alumnus Ethan Werstler was elected to represent Connecticut’s 35th State Senate District in last Tuesday’s midterm elections. “It’s exciting to run, it’s exciting to win, but what I’m most excited about is the opportunity to prove people right,” Werstler said in an interview with The Daily Campus.

Connecticut · 11h
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Kelleher & Sadowsky Associates arranges $17.5m refinance - provided by Rockland Trust

Auburn, MA According to Kelleher & Sadowsky Associates, Inc., its Capital Markets team has arranged a $17.5 million refinance for Rabina at 28 Millbury St. Rockland Trust provided the financing, with Kelleher & Sadowsky’s John Merrill and Chris Naff representing Rabina in the transaction. 28 Millbury St. is a...

Auburn, MA · 17h
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Winter in Wooville returns to Polar Park with Santa, holiday lights, mini golf

Looking for a festive family outing this holiday season? Polar Park is bringing back Winter in Wooville, turning the Worcester ballpark into a holiday wonderland packed with seasonal activities, entertainment and plenty of photo-worthy moments. The second annual event takes over Polar Park on back-to-back weekends, Dec. 11-13 and Dec....

Worcester, MA · 2d
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What to know about Healey’s emergency preamble enacting expanded abortion rights

Gov. Maura Healey enacted an emergency preamble amid a signature campaign threatening to suspend the new law. Gov. Maura Healey used her executive powers last week to immediately place the state’s new abortion law into effect as anti-abortion advocacy groups threatened to block the expanded rights. The law removed...

Massachusetts · 18h

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Parents press for less screen time in Worcester classrooms

WORCESTER—Parents concerned about the growing role of technology in elementary classrooms are pressing Worcester school officials to reconsider how young students use digital devices, with the issue scheduled for discussion at Thursday’s school committee meeting. The debate follows a Nov. 4 community forum at the Worcester Public Library,...

Worcester, MA · 1d

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Massachusetts Weather Today: Snow, Rain Before Weekend Clearing Nov 14-15

Southern New England faces chilly nights near 28 degrees before a brighter start to next week.

Massachusetts · 13h

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School technology debate heads to committee for further review

WORCESTER—A petition seeking to remove internet-connected devices from Worcester’s youngest classrooms will undergo further review after parents challenged the school district’s response and school committee members debated how to balance technology use with traditional instruction. The school committee voted Thursday, Nov. 12, to refer the petition and...

Worcester, MA · 19h

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Big Y named Forbes best-in-state employer for 8th year

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Big Y Foods Inc. has been named a Forbes Best-In-State Employer in Massachusetts and Connecticut for the eighth consecutive year. The regional supermarket chain received the workplace recognition as it marks its 90th year in operation. The company was founded by brothers Paul and Gerald D’Amour in 1936 and named for a specific road intersection in Chicopee where two roadways converge to form a ‘Y.’

Chicopee, MA · 1d

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Where Healey and voters aligned — and where she breaks with the Legislature

Massachusetts voters were good to Gov. Maura Healey last Election Day in the obvious way, handing her a second term by a 27-point margin over her deep-pocketed challenger. They also gave her some more subtle wins, voting how the Arlington Democrat preferred on a majority of ballot questions. Healey staked...

Massachusetts · 1d

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South Shore top high school performers from Thursday's MIAA tournament

As the MIAA high school state tournaments roll on, the stakes get higher. Three South Shore teams will attempt to be the first in the area to punch their tickets to the Final Four on Thursday, Nov. 12. Carver and Calvary Chapel Academy are trying to advance to the state semifinals on the volleyball court while West Bridgewater field hockey is trying to knock off a state powerhouse. On the pitch, seven boys and 12 girls soccer teams are trying to move deeper into the playoffs. To submit scores and highlights, email sports@patriotledger.com. Field hockey D-4 – Dennis-Yarmouth 3, West Bridgewater 0 Volleyball D-4 – Ursuline 3, Carver 1 D-5 – Calvary Chapel Academy 3, New Mission 2: Colbie Adams led the way with 22 kills and eight digs. Riley Hanlon had 17 assists and eight digs. Colby Babineau added 11 aces and Bekah Andrews had nine kills Girls soccer D-1 – Braintree 1, Lexington 0 (PKs): Goalkeeper Liv Whelan made three saves in the shootout for the Wamps. Michaela Ranieri, Siena Quintiliani and Caitlin Kelly converted their spot kicks. D-2 – Whitman-Hanson 2, Grafton 1 (2 OT): Skylar Griffin scored the winning goal in double-OT off a cross from

Massachusetts · 1d

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Hoyas Lose Heartbreaker to Holy Cross on Senior Night

The Georgetown University football team blew its first-half lead to the Holy Cross Crusaders on Nov. 7, losing 27-24. Despite an initial lead, the Hoyas (3-5, 3-3 Patriot League) failed to score in the second half. That allowed the Crusaders (5-5, 5-2 Patriot League) to claw back and, after a last-second trick play, take the win.

Washington, DC · 1d

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Eversource Expands Smart Meters Across Massachusetts, Gives Customers Real-Time Energy Data

Eversource is continuing to expand smart meter technology across Massachusetts to give customers more detailed information about their electricity use. According to the company, upgrades in western Massachusetts were almost finished, with work taking place there over the summer. Unlike older meters that recorded usage once a month, the new...

Massachusetts · 1d

Timeless Dishes

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Diner Timeline: A 1872 Wagon, an 1893 Patent and a 1906 Worcester Factory Built the American Counter

From Walter Scott's 1872 wagon to an 1893 patent and a 1906 Worcester factory, a dated timeline of how the American diner took shape. The post Diner Timeline: A 1872 Wagon, an 1893 Patent and a 1906 Worcester Factory Built the American Counter appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Worcester, MA · 2d

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Volleyball earns 1st Patriot League win with Army sweep

After coming up short in its first 14 Patriot League matches this season, the volleyball team broke through on Sunday, sweeping Army West Point in straight sets for its first conference victory of the season. Before Sunday’s win, the Leopards (1-14 Patriot League, 7-18 overall) fell to Holy Cross in...

Worcester, MA · 17h

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Gas prices in Mass. fall below $4 a gallon

The average price of a gallon of gas in Massachusetts has fallen below $4 for the first time since the summer, AAA said Friday.

Massachusetts · 6h

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Western Massachusetts farmers honored with more than $275K in grants

More than 100 farmers from across western Massachusetts were recognized Thursday afternoon during an annual appreciation event at Smith College in Northampton, where more than $275,000 in grants was awarded to support local agriculture.

Northampton, MA · 18h

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Worcester City Council Reviews Draft Ordinance Banning Flank Straps, Electric Prods at Rodeos on City Property

Worcester City Council will consider a draft ordinance restricting certain rodeo equipment and practices on municipal property, including at the DCU Center. According to a This Week in Worcester report, the ordinance, drafted by City Solicitor Alexandra H. Kalkounis at the City Council's request, would prohibit practices or devices likely to cause animals injury, torment, distress, or suffering, including flank straps and handheld shocking devices.

Worcester, MA · 2d

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700 UMass Chan Workers Plan Worcester Rally After Contract Talks Stall

About 700 postdoctoral researchers and graduate workers at UMass Chan Medical School plan to rally on campus Friday afternoon, saying contract negotiations with school management have hit an impasse. The workers are pushing for higher wages and benefits, along with a set of workplace protections they say remain unresolved after months of bargaining.

Worcester, MA · 2d

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Worcester State, UMass Dartmouth to Launch Paid Student Co-ops With Massachusetts Grants

WORCESTER, Mass. — Worcester State University and the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth will develop new paid cooperative education programs aimed at connecting students with employers in health care, biotechnology, early childhood education and other fields under a $60,000 state grant initiative announced Friday. Gov. Maura Healey’s administration announced the...

Worcester, MA · 1d