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Recap: Woonsocket Plan: Smithfield Road Goes Four Lanes Near New School

Smithfield Road would be repaved from Park Square to Providence Street and restriped to four lanes before the new elementary school opens, according to speakers. A $282,000 engineering contract, possibly paid from the city's capital fund, is expected on Monday's agenda. Construction is estimated at $1.2 million to $1.5 million, and speakers said temporary striping would be used if funding is not found.

Woonsocket, RI · 19h
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Clock ticking this year for Wellesley RDF give-and-take area & Sunday hours

The Wellesley Department of Public Works has announced that the Recycling & Disposal Facility’s Reusables Area (aka, Give & Take) will shut down for the year after Saturday, Nov. 28. Also, Nov. 29 will be the last Sunday opening until March. In the nearer term, the RDF will be...

Wellesley, MA · 1d
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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we left a building that was built 157 years ago," Lavigne said, referring to the old Central Fire Station that has now been replaced by 90 County St. "This is the best of the best."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 · 2d

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Newton Family Wins $28.8M After ER Missed Fatal Aortic Tear, Lawsuit Says

A Newton man went to the emergency room complaining of chest and back pain and was sent away with a diagnosis of infection, according to a lawsuit that led a Massachusetts jury to award his family $28.8 million. By the next morning, his aorta had ruptured, and he was dead.

Newton, MA · 18h
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The Metrowest Daily News

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Southborough's highest-paid workers in 2025 include police, fire

Southborough's highest paid municipal employees in 2025 were largely police and fire officials, according to records obtained by the Daily News. The salaries were obtained through a public records request seeking payroll records for the Town of Southborough. The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough employees are not included in this report. This information is for calendar year 2025. Firefighter and EMT Travis Pacific was Southborough's highest paid municipal employee last year, earning $219,456. His total earnings were significantly boosted by $69,598 in overtime pay, $71,088 in detail pay and $20,750 in other compensation. Other compensation consists of holiday pay, longevity, sick pay, vacation time and other earnings not including overtime, detail pay and base salary. Town Administrator Mark Purple was second on the list, earning $218,080 in 2025. Other non-public safety officials to be included on the list are DPW Superintendent William Cundiff ($146,044), Operations Supervisor Christopher Leroy ($142,572), Treasurer/Collector Brian Ballantine ($126,186) and Water Supervisor Paul Harding ($124,096). Overtime and detail pay significantly boosted several other town employees' total earnings. Detective Owen O'Brien earned $49,854 in overtime, $43,594 in detail and $42,683 in other pay for a total of $209,164 (third). Firefighter Justin McCallum earned $49,453 in overtime

Southborough, MA · 1d

Boston 25 News WFXT

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Norfolk DA acknowledges criticism of handling of Sandra Birchmore case after Farwell verdict

After Matthew Farwell’s conviction, the Norfolk DA is confronting criticism over the Sandra Birchmore investigation and explaining why its ability to prosecute was “constrained.”

Norfolk, MA · 21h

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Quincy City Council Opposes Quarry Hills Lease Extension

The Quincy City Council on Monday urged the state legislature to reject any measure – be it a home-rule petition or another bill – that would enable Quincy and the operators of Granite Links to enter into a 50-year lease extension until an audit and analysis of the terms of the lease has been completed.

Quincy, MA · 23h

The Metrowest Daily News

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Hopkinton Center School site closes for demolition

Hopkinton’s Center School property will remain closed to the public as crews begin hazardous materials removal ahead of the planned demolition of two additions. American Environmental has secured the site and will begin preparing to remove hazardous materials, according to a community announcement. Demolition is still expected to begin in December, with hazardous materials removal and demolition expected to take about three months. Crews will demolish the school’s 1950 and 1980 additions, clearing the way for restoration of the original 1928 school building. After demolition, crews will level and stabilize the site in preparation for the next phase of work. Center School property and walking trail remain closed The Center School property, including access to the walking trail, will remain closed to the public throughout the project. The closure is required for public safety and under the contractor’s insurance requirements, according to the announcement. Signs will mark the property as an active construction site, and access will be limited to authorized personnel. Construction is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Signs along Ash Street will notify residents about the work. All construction vehicles will be staged on the Center School property, and no traffic interruptions are anticipated, according to

Hopkinton, MA · 1d

Patriot Ledger

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Parades, ceremonies across the South Shore planned for Veterans Day

South Shore communities will come together Wednesday, Nov. 11, to honor the service and sacrifice of the nation’s veterans with parades, ceremonies, luncheons and other tributes on Veterans Day. Veterans Day honors all who have served in the U.S. armed forces and traces its roots to Armistice Day, marking the end of fighting in World War I. Here’s what’s planned across the South Shore. Hingham to have Veterans Day breakfast, ceremony, performances, speakers and an award When: Wednesday, Nov. 11; breakfast, 8:30-10:30 a.m., ceremony at 11 a.m. Where: Hingham Town Hall, 210 Central St. Breakfast in Central Meeting Room, ceremony in Sanborn Auditorium The breakfast, sponsored by the Hingham Veterans' Council and catered by Hart Brothers Catering of Rockland, is open to all military members, veterans and their families. Following the breakfast is a ceremony, led by Town Moderator Michael Puzo and featuring a musical performance by the Hingham High School Band and soloist Dakota Burke. Peter Schnorr, a Hingham resident, Navy veteran and former fighter pilot, will be the principal speaker. The Veteran of the Year Award will also be presented. Cohasset plans Veterans Day ceremony and luncheon When: Wednesday, Nov. 11; 11 a.m. Where: Veterans Memorial Park ,

Hingham, MA · 22h

The Metrowest Daily News

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Framingham apartments ​for rent saw price decreases since last October

Renters in Framingham saw apartment listing prices decrease 10% from October 2025's median of $2,658, an analysis of new data from rental marketplace Zumper shows. The typical apartment listed for rent at $2,388 in October. Median listing prices in Framingham are trending 5% downwards from the previous month's $2,505 price. The data covers all bedroom sizes, ranging from studios to four-bedroom units, within the specified metropolitan area. It reflects the median rent for all listings that were active at any given point during the month, according to Russell Middleton, co-founder of Zumper. New construction is included in the data and listings that are currently occupied or no longer available are excluded. data.metrowestdailynews.com Out of 236 rental listings in Framingham, none are subsidized. One-bedroom apartments listed to rent at a median of $2,270, nearly the same as September, when they were $2,260. Since October 2025, one-bedroom rental prices dropped 7% from $2,430. Two-bedroom apartments listed for rent were basically flat to September at a central price of $2,740, compared to $2,760. Since October 2025, two-bedroom rental prices slightly dropped from $2,880. Statewide, Massachusetts rental listing prices are very close to September's median of $3,175. One-bedroom rentals were listed for a typical

Framingham, MA · 1d

WPRI 12 News

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Pawtucket asks residents to limit water use amid ‘operational issues’ at treatment plant

PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — Pawtucket’s water treatment plant is undergoing “operational issues,” prompting a notice to Pawtucket Water Supply Board customers to limit water use on Tuesday. The Pawtucket Water Supply Board operates a water system that serves Pawtucket, Central Falls and the Valley Falls section of Cumberland. Each city posted a notice on social media around noon on Tuesday and […]

Pawtucket, RI · 1d

Patriot Ledger

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Quincy council takes up surveillance rules, Granite Links lease

QUINCY ‒ City councilors on Monday, Nov. 9, will hold a public hearing on police surveillance technology and tackle a resolution urging state lawmakers not to extend Granite Links' lease of roughly 240 acres of public land into the 22nd century without more extensive financial analysis. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. with a public hearing on an ordinance proposed by Councilors Ziqiang Susan Yuan and Virginia Ryan that would require public input and council approval before the city adopts certain surveillance technologies, including automated license plate readers, facial recognition and systems that can track people or vehicles. The Ordinance Committee will take up the proposal at 6:30 p.m., and the full council could vote on the measure later in the evening. Councilors will also debate a resolution opposing efforts by state legislators to extend the Granite Links lease until 2107 through a rider to the 2026 supplemental appropriations bill, which is still pending on Beacon Hill. The measure calls for an independent financial analysis before the city makes a new long-term commitment involving roughly 240 acres of public land. Other agenda items include elected-official pay, cybersecurity oversight, a proposed independent whistleblower and anti-retaliation policy for city employees, and Mayor

Quincy, MA · 1d

The Milford Daily News

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Milford offers free Thanksgiving meal for veterans

Milford will host a free traditional family Thanksgiving dinner Nov. 26 for veterans, military families, families of deceased veterans and anyone or any family in need of a meal and community. Reservations are required by Nov. 16, according to a community announcement. Seating is limited and no ID is required. The dinner will take place at the Italian American World War Veterans Post 40, 4 Hayward Field, Milford. Doors open at 11:45 a.m., with the meal beginning promptly at noon and the event concluding at 1:15 p.m. The dinner will honor America's 250th birthday, according to the announcement. Reservations may be made by calling 508-330-8487 or emailing info@thankstoyanks.org . For more information, call Mike Shain at 508-330-8487. Donations are welcome. 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 article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: Milford offers free Thanksgiving meal for veterans

Milford, MA · 1d

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 · 1d

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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 · 1d

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ATTLEBORO HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY – ATTLEBORO FIRE DEPARTMENT PRESENTATION

Attleboro Historic Preservation Society, Inc. Thursday, November 19 at 6:45 PM. The AHPS is pleased to present a program about the Attleboro Fire Department by Ron Churchill. ATTLEBORO AREA INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM 42 UNION STREET, ATTLEBORO. Retired Fire Chief Ron Churchill, a third-generation firefighter, will present on the history of the...

Attleboro, MA · 1d

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Quincy Councillors Pass Surveillance Ordinance

Quincy city councillors on Monday voted 8-1 to pass an ordinance that would require the administration to get approval from the council before purchasing certain surveillance technologies, including automated license plate readers. The ordinance, introduced in October by Councillors Ziqiang Susan Yuan and Virginia Ryan, was approved with Councillor Noel...

Quincy, MA · 1d

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Fall Town Meeting to Decide Major Changes

Some zoning bylaw changes will be decided at the November 17 Fall Town Meeting. One of those is the Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw. A new subsection reads as follows: “No ADU shall be separated in ownership from the principal dwelling by condominium conversion, cooperative creation or any form of separate equity interest. The principal dwelling and the ADU shall not be sold separately.”

Rehoboth, MA · 1d

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53 Massachusetts Firefighters Graduate From State Fire Academy; Hopedale and Danvers Recruits Honored

STOW — Fifty-three firefighters from communities across Massachusetts graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy this week, completing intensive training designed to prepare them for structure fires, hazardous materials incidents, rescues and other emergencies. State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine announced the graduations Friday, Nov. 6, recognizing new call, volunteer...

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Debate over Flock Safety cameras continues in and out of Quincy City Hall

Officials in Quincy, Massachusetts, are considering new rules for automatic license plate reader cameras as the city looks to replace a controversial system that sparked months of debate over public safety and privacy. The city previously had one of the highest concentrations of Flock Safety cameras in Massachusetts, but the...

Quincy, MA · 1d