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New Bedford man faces Fall River kidnapping, weapon charges
1+ week, 9+ hour ago (250+ words) NEW BEDFORD " New Bedford Police assisted Fall River Police in locating and arresting a suspect wanted in that city who had allegedly made violent threats, cut off his ankle monitor, and was believed to be in New Bedford in the…...
Worcester school police calls far outpace Lower Shore neighbors
1+ hour, 3+ min ago (127+ words) Worcester County schools recorded more than twice the law enforcement calls of neighboring counties, prompting concerns about reporting delays and communication gaps. Wes Moore did not receive a Bronze Star, his superior officer says 85-year-old man killed in Baltimore County…...
Quincy police may ask for criminal charges in state trooper bar brawl
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (111+ words) Quincy police are investigating a viral video showing an off-duty state trooper punching another at a local bar. Quincy police may ask for criminal charges in state trooper bar brawl (This story was updated to add new information.) QUINCY " Quincy…...
Somerville Fire Officials Warn Homeowners Not To Grill on Porches or Balconies This Summer
2+ hour, 43+ min ago (374+ words) Somerville fire officials are reminding residents not to use grills or smokers on porches and balconies as summer cookout season begins. The Somerville Fire Department says charcoal, wood, and propane grills are not allowed on porches, balconies, fire escapes, roofs,…...
With realignment near, here are the most crowded schools in Worcester
8+ hour, 48+ min ago (766+ words) WORCESTER " The main goal of Worcester Public Schools realignment process is to reduce crowding in schools that are over 85% of capacity and increase utilization to at least 85% of capacity in under-enrolled buildings. With that in mind, the schools that are…...
Last week's Springfield restaurant health code violations, June 22-26
9+ hour, 35+ min ago (1409+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Mo. " These are the Springfield restaurant health code violations for last week, June 22-26. Observed: Several potentially hazardous food items passed sell by date of 06/22/2026 in walk-in cooler and deli cooler. Education provided. All potentially hazardous food items passed their…...
Paraguay Stuns Germany In Boston With Penalty Shocker
11+ min ago (392+ words) Paraguay struck first in the 42nd minute, when Julio Enciso met a teasing cross from Mat'as Galarza and powered a header past Manuel Neuer. Germany responded early in the second half, with Kai Havertz nodding in the equalizer to tilt the…...
Boston Extreme Heat Warning Through July 4
11+ min ago (487+ words) Boston started Tuesday, June 30, on a deceptively pleasant note, with mild temperatures and mostly sunny skies. That breather will not last long. Highs are expected to reach near 89 today, and a much hotter, potentially dangerous stretch is lined up for…...
Worcester Officers Honored For Webster Street Life'Saving Response
11+ min ago (329+ words) According to the Worcester Police Department on Facebook, officers were called to 88 Webster St. at about 3 a. m. on Oct. 22, 2023, for reports of a shooting that was initially believed to be an active shooter situation. As officers arrived, multiple people were seen…...
Charlesbank Pavilio, Boston's $24 M Esplanade Hub Nears Completion
11+ min ago (151+ words) Private donors are footing almost the entire bill. More than $23 million has already been raised, leaving about $1. 5 million to close out the capital campaign. Construction kicked off last June, and the gift is being described as one of the largest…...