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BREAKING: Boston Globe editor and former COM journalism chair Brian McGrory ends leave of absence, announces he will not return to BU
7+ hour, 21+ min ago (408+ words) Former journalism department chair Brian McGrory announced he will not be returning to Boston University’s College of Communication, following an extended leave of absence to continue his role as editor of The Boston Globe. After serving as editor of the…...
Lawrence police make 2 arrests in separate rape cases, including 2009 cold case
14+ hour, 28+ min ago (80+ words) The Lawrence Police Department said Thursday it has made arrests in two separate rape cases, including one dating back to a case nearly two decades ago. Matthew Lawrence, 37, was arrested in connection with the 2009 rape case on Wednesday. The Lawrence…...
Quincy's Microsoft Data Center boom prompts new school, library, hospital, police station
3+ hour, 9+ min ago (763+ words) QUINCY, Wash. — Once upon a time, Quincy’s biggest exports were the crops of Central Washington, whether it be sweet corn, apples, or potatoes grown in the Columbia Basin. Now, computing power is driving the market and the infrastructure of the…...
Springfield teachers union raises concerns over return to school following cyberattack
14+ hour, 43+ min ago (72+ words) Springfield Public Schools officials are working to restore district operations following a major cyberattack that forced schools to close this week, but the teachers' union says educators still have questions about what may have been compromised. Springfield Public Schools officials…...
Springfield promotes veteran leaders in police department
14+ hour, 48+ min ago (44+ words) The Springfield Police Department promoted five officers to new leadership roles during a Promotional Pinning Ceremony held at the Springfield Elks Lodge. The Springfield Police Department promoted five officers to new leadership roles during a Promotional Pinning Ceremony held at…...
Springfield reviews Main Street speed concerns; any limit change needs state approval
3+ hour, 30+ min ago (374+ words) by Gabrielle Bowman & KVAL.com Staff SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — After multiple recent vehicle crashes in Springfield, some residents are raising concerns over speed limits. We spoke with the City of Springfield about how speed limits are determined and what the process…...
El Gran Combo Plays Boston Block Party Sept. 12
6+ hour, 51+ min ago (311+ words) El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico will headline a free block party Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m. at Summer Street Plaza in Downtown Crossing. The program will also feature DJ ArmandoTheTruth and Johnny Giraldo of Salsa y Control, according to Embrace Boston....
Oʻahu’s Leeward Coast community continues to rally after Lowell
19+ hour, 34+ min ago (70+ words) The community continues to rally and support Lowell-impacted residents on Oʻahu’s west coast. One of the storm's largest impacts for the Leeward Coast community was power outages that affected homes and food supplies at stores. The community continues to rally…...
Erving, Mass. Motel Shooting: DA to Release Findings
7+ hour, 20+ min ago (332+ words) A shooting occurred at the French King Restaurant & Motel in Erving, Massachusetts, Wednesday night, leaving an out-of-state homicide suspect dead after Massachusetts State Police troopers and local officers encountered him at the rural roadside property. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots during…...
ICE Detains Two Near Newton District Court, City Hall
7+ hour, 20+ min ago (225+ words) That web page was not a last-minute addition. The City of Newton launched a dedicated online portal for immigrant rights and resources in August, according to the Newton Beacon, which reported on the page and on City Council discussions. Thursday's…...