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Major Nor'easter set to slam Massachusetts
7+ hour, 13+ min ago (403+ words) A major Nor'easter is on its way, with snowfall expected from late Sunday night through all of Monday. Low pressure developing off the Mid-Atlantic coast will rapidly intensify over the next 24 hours, developing into what's known as a meteorological bomb,…...
Former Worcester councilor found guilty of assault, not guilty of interference during ICE operation
1+ week, 4+ day ago (553+ words) Former Worcester City Councilor Etel Haxhiaj was found guilty of assaulting a police officer during an immigration operation last May, but not guilty of interfering with police. A Worcester judge sentenced her to six months of administrative probation and 40 hours…...
Massachusetts native wins silver in mixed doubles curling at Winter Olympics
1+ week, 5+ day ago (432+ words) A Massachusetts native took home a silver medal for the United States in mixed doubles curling Tuesday night at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. Korey Dropkin won the silver alongside his partner Cory Thiesse. They were bested by siblings Isabella…...
The 25-hour Moby Dick Marathon sails on in New Bedford
1+ week, 6+ day ago (684+ words) Every winter, literary legend Herman Melville's legacy becomes palpable in New Bedford. "You start to see people dressed and looking like Melville with pipes and beards, and you just sort of get swept away with it," said Amanda McMullen, president…...
Cambridge removes illegal space savers, snow from city streets
2+ week, 3+ day ago (365+ words) The Cambridge Department of Public Works started removing all space savers Wednesday " and reminded residents they're never allowed on any public way. "You don't own the spot on the street. The city owns that spot," said Cambridge City Councilor Marc…...
As more residents move out of state, Massachusetts’ economic future hangs in the balance
3+ week, 3+ day ago (494+ words) New census data show that more residents moved out of Massachusetts last year compared to 2024. If the trend worsens like it has after the pandemic, experts say that could impact the future of the state's economy. Massachusetts' population still grew,…...
Want to try luge? Head to Worcester’s EcoTarium Saturday.
4+ week, 1+ day ago (400+ words) One of New England's biggest science museums is transforming into a showcase for what's considered the fastest sports on ice. On Saturday, the Worcester EcoTarium will invite visitors of all ages to experience luge. In the Olympic sport, athletes ride…...
Snow removal in Worcester continues to be a problem, city councilors say
1+ mon, 23+ hour ago (486+ words) With snow still on the ground and another winter storm in the forecast, Worcester's longstanding problems with snow removal are once again the focus of public scrutiny. At a City Council meeting Tuesday night, councilors said they keep hearing from…...
Questions linger about policing in Cambridge three years after killing of Sayed Faisal
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (527+ words) Three years after the police shooting of 20-year-old Sayed Faisal spurred the use of body cameras for police officers in Cambridge, questions about the use of the devices and broader issues with police policy still remain in the city. A…...
The rental market is cooling in Worcester, but not for everyone
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (770+ words) Brian Allen can't remember the last time he saw so many apartments available in Worcester. On a shared database that brokers use to list properties, the real estate agent sees three times more rental units than usual. Landlords regularly ask…...