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New Hampshire mom holds down rabid fox after it bites her 4-year-old daughter, police say
Both the mom and her daughter are expected to be OK after receiving prompt medical attention. A New Hampshire woman physically held a rabid fox down until first responders arrived after it bit her 4-year-old child, officials said. The fox, which was euthanized on scene, later tested positive for rabies,...
Browse named president of Fivesparks board
Cary Browse is the new president of the board of directors at Fivesparks, a community arts collaborative housed in the town’s former library. Browse takes over from Mark Mikitarian, who has held the role since 2018 and will remain on the board. Browse, Mikitarian said, “brings genuine passion to...
2 swans found dead, apparently shot, in Westford, police say
Police are investigating the deaths of two swans that were apparently shot, officials in Westford, Massachusetts, said Thursday, asking for the public's help in finding anything suspicious that might have taken place in the area. The swans were found Tuesday in a wooded area on the western side of Nabnasset...
First opioid ‘windfall’ dollars go to survey and EMS
Harvard is poised to receive a total of $620,574 from opioid settlement agreements reached with companies whose business practices contributed to the country’s epidemic of opioid addiction. That amount is far higher than neighboring towns will receive (see graph below), and the Press continues to investigate the reason for what Select Board member Don Ludwig referred to as “winning the opioid lottery.”
Nashua’s weather for Friday: Partly sunny and warmer, high of 73
Warm-Up A warming trend is expected to develop from Monday through Wednesday, bringing a summer-like feel with highs in the 80s. The first surge of humidity will arrive on Wednesday, with temperatures remaining in the 80s. 5-Day Outlook, May 17-21 Today: Warmer with some sun & clouds. High 73 Winds:...
For 40 years, this MassWildlife program has boosted population of endangered turtles
WESTBOROUGH — Forty years ago, the estimated population for the northern red-bellied cooter, a freshwater turtle that measures 10 to 12 inches long, was estimated to be about 200. Today, thanks to the efforts of the state Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) and countless students from throughout the state, there are now more than 2,000 of them.
Bear rehomed from Worcester spotted in eastern Massachusetts
WORCESTER, Mass. — A bear who spent some time in Worcester now appears to be on the move across the state. In late April, state and local police rescued a bear from McKeon Road. The bear was sedated and released at a more accommodating location. During the process, MassWildlife...
Police Log: May 7 to 13, 2024
In the past week, police made seven motor vehicle stops; four resulted in verbal warnings, two in written warnings or citations, and one in no action. Officers also checked on two disabled motor vehicles, made one well-being check, issued or renewed one firearm permit, and responded to one false burglar alarm.
Police Blotter: Shoplifting, car break-in, stolen bikes and lots of check fraud
The following are incidents selected from the Lexington Police Department logs in the week leading up to May 13, 2024. LexObserver does not independently verify this information. Arrests. Wednesday, May 8 at 10:10 p.m., a Bedford St. resident called to report a man at his front door who would not...
Irene M. Strang
Great Books leader, skilled seamstress, loved theater, films, cats, and opera. Irene M. (Stahler) Strang, longtime resident of Harvard and then Shirley, died peacefully on March 28, 2023, at age 97. A dedicated mother, sister, aunt, and friend, she will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and her...
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