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‘Unfit for human habitation’: Here’s what inspectors found in the illegal unit housing 20 flight attendants near Logan
08/04/2022

‘Unfit for human habitation’: Here’s what inspectors found in the illegal unit housing 20 flight attendants near Logan

“What you really had was a death trap. I don't think any of them knew it.”. The Boston Inspectional Services department found that, in what was supposedly a condemned garage on Geneva Street in East Boston, there was actually a two-bedroom living unit. And there was enough space there for...

Newton school superintendent David Fleishman steps down
08/04/2022

Newton school superintendent David Fleishman steps down

It is hard to believe that I have served as superintendent in Newton for 12 years. At times it feels like yesterday that I returned to Massachusetts to take on the challenge of leading one of the larger districts in the state. At other times, especially given the pandemic, it seems...

In early projection, Syracuse football would face a tall task in Fenway Bowl
08/04/2022

In early projection, Syracuse football would face a tall task in Fenway Bowl

I’ve gone on record in saying that Syracuse football head coach Dino Babers needs to guide his Orange to a bowl game at the conclusion of the 2022 season. Otherwise, Syracuse University leaders should commence their search for a new head coach at the ‘Cuse. The 2022...

Cannabis Confidential: If you see seeds, say something — Cannabis Commission may ramp up in-person inspections
07/04/2022

Cannabis Confidential: If you see seeds, say something — Cannabis Commission may ramp up in-person inspections

It’s a sight that sends a shiver down every cannabis business manager's spine: First, one unmarked car with official state license plates pulls into the parking lot, followed by another. Soon, a gaggle of people with clipboards are standing in a circle outside, peering back at the security cameras...

Remember When Little Kirsten Dunst Was in Keene, NH, Filming Jumanji?
07/04/2022

Remember When Little Kirsten Dunst Was in Keene, NH, Filming Jumanji?

I know they came out with a few new Jumanji movies in the past 5 years. I have nothing against Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and I'm sure these movies are delightful, but I have no desire to watch them. Why? Out of respect for the original and the late Robin Williams,...

Most common jobs 150 years ago in Massachusetts
07/04/2022

Most common jobs 150 years ago in Massachusetts

A list of the most common jobs in Massachusetts from 150 years ago using data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Four Bands Wear Hearts On Sleeves
07/04/2022

Four Bands Wear Hearts On Sleeves

At Stella Blues on Wednesday night, four bands — three of them based in Connecticut, supporting headliners Sounds and Scenarios from Boston — unleashed four sets of rock, ranging from heavy to thrashing to atmospheric, that all had one thing in common: a commitment to emotional directnes...

Armenian Churches Hosting Joint Musical Service for Maundy Thursday
07/04/2022

Armenian Churches Hosting Joint Musical Service for Maundy Thursday

The Armenian Memorial Church and First Armenian Church invite the public to join the Joint Maundy Thursday Communion Service featuring a special musical...

Did You Know: A Burrito Is Not a Sandwich According to a Judge in Massachusetts
07/04/2022

Did You Know: A Burrito Is Not a Sandwich According to a Judge in Massachusetts

Is a burrito a sandwich or not? If you didn't know, this was actually a huge debate in Massachusetts that went to trial, yes it went to court, in 2006. A Qdoba Mexican Grill wanted to open at the White City Shopping Center in Shrewsbury, MA and was having a hard...

Massachusetts State Lottery winner: $15 million winner not named even though commonwealth doesn’t allow winners to be an...
07/04/2022

Massachusetts State Lottery winner: $15 million winner not named even though commonwealth doesn’t allow winners to be anonymous; here’s why

A Massachusetts State Lottery winner claimed their $15 million prize on Thursday, the largest prize won so far in 2022. But the winner’s name won’t be announced. Massachusetts isn’t one of the at least nine states that allows lottery winners to remain anonymous but it can still...

The Massachusetts Lottery Turns 50 Years Old This Week
07/04/2022

The Massachusetts Lottery Turns 50 Years Old This Week

The Massachusetts Lottery has paid out more than $96 billion since its first drawing 50 years ago this week. I've probably won less than $200 of it. The first lottery game, The Game, was a weekly drawing. There were 4,783,000 tickets sold for the first drawing and seven lucky winners. The...

Last chance for tickets to the 2022 U.S. Open in Brookline
07/04/2022

Last chance for tickets to the 2022 U.S. Open in Brookline

BROOKLINE, Mass. — The final batch of tickets for the 2022 U.S. Open will be made available to the public on Thursday, April 14, the United States Golf Association announced Wednesday. The annual tournament will take place at The Country Club in Brookline from June 13-19. It returns to...

Four new MBTA Commuter Rail trains make their way to Massachusetts
07/04/2022

Four new MBTA Commuter Rail trains make their way to Massachusetts

BOSTON — Four new train cars for the MBTA Commuter Rail are on their way to Massachusetts from the other side...

The Return of Sunrise Service at Castle Island
06/04/2022

The Return of Sunrise Service at Castle Island

After a two-year hiatus, the legendary sunrise Easter Service at Castle Island returns. The Mass will begin at 6am behind Fort Independence. It’s a beautiful tradition but be warned, it gets very crowded. Make sure to check out our Easter Roundup too for more Easter Mass services. Image via...

WINSLOW FARM SANCTUARY NORTON, MASSACHUSETTS
06/04/2022

WINSLOW FARM SANCTUARY NORTON, MASSACHUSETTS

Sheepish Grin offers one-hour, an hour and a half, and two-hour photo tours, as well as four-week workshops. We will trek throughout Winslow Farm Animal...

All Aboard! Megabus Service From Boston to Other Major Cities Resumes
06/04/2022

All Aboard! Megabus Service From Boston to Other Major Cities Resumes

After two years with services paused, Megabus will offer trips from Boston to major East Coast cities past New York. Beginning May 11,...

Daniel Winkler of Arlington dies competing in Ironman triathlon in Texas
06/04/2022

Daniel Winkler of Arlington dies competing in Ironman triathlon in Texas

A Massachusetts man died Sunday while competing in an Ironman triathlon in Galveston, Texas, organizers of the event announced. Daniel Winkler, 46, of Arlington, died while competing in the swim portion of the triathlon and was found...

Boston, Worcester, Fall River, Somerset, among schools to receive Baker-Polito grant money
06/04/2022

Boston, Worcester, Fall River, Somerset, among schools to receive Baker-Polito grant money

BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration awarded more than $600,000 to 22 school districts to help support Innovation Pathway programs, which provide high school students with opportunities to learn and gain experience in a particular industry through career exploration, technical courses and inte...

45 Years Since Tony Orlando’s Massachusetts Meltdown
06/04/2022

45 Years Since Tony Orlando’s Massachusetts Meltdown

One of the most famous people in the world during the 1970s celebrated his 78th birthday on April 3. Forty-five years ago this summer, Tony Orlando suffered a breakdown on a Massachusetts stage in front of some 3,000 fans, and it all came crashing down around him – or so he...

Natick Redhawks Defeat Framingham Flyers in Season Opener
06/04/2022

Natick Redhawks Defeat Framingham Flyers in Season Opener

FRAMIGHAM – The Natick Redhawks defeated the Framingham Flyers boys volleyball team in the Flyers home and season opener. “Though the young squad came out a little timid they pushed through...

As the fate of Kowloon is sealed, the future of Route 1's kitsch remains unclear
06/04/2022

As the fate of Kowloon is sealed, the future of Route 1's kitsch remains unclear

People are worried about the future of Route 1 landmark Kowloon after co-owner Bobby Wong announced the pan-Asian restaurant will be downsizing its 1,200-seat space to 350 seats in order to add two residential buildings to the lot. “If you miss [Kowloon], go now — [but] that's not going...

Jack Conway President Al Becker Elected to MLS PIN Board of Directors
06/04/2022

Jack Conway President Al Becker Elected to MLS PIN Board of Directors

BOSTON–Al Becker, President and COO of Jack Conway, was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN), a multi-state multiple listing service with a subscriber base of nearly 40,000 licensed real estate professionals. Becker, who has been with the com...

Belmont Girls’ Hoop Coach Hart Fired
06/04/2022

Belmont Girls’ Hoop Coach Hart Fired

Photo: Belmont High Girls’ Basketball Head Coach Melissa Hart working the sideline at the TD Bank Garden. Melissa Hart, who led her alma mater’s girls’ basketball team for the past 11 years, will not have her contract extended for the 2022-3 year. In a brief conversation,...

Why Paul Pierce Celebrated Kansas’ NCAA Tournament Win So Intensely
05/04/2022

Why Paul Pierce Celebrated Kansas’ NCAA Tournament Win So Intensely

One need not be an eagle-eyed sleuth to see Paul Pierce was fired up Monday night or understand why. The Boston Celtics legend celebrated the Kansas Jayhawks’ win over the North Carolina Tar Heels on Monday night in the 2022 NCAA National Championship Game rather forcefully. Pierce, who played thr...

Easter Bunny to Drop 1,500 Eggs From a Helicopter in Londonderry, New Hampshire This Weekend
05/04/2022

Easter Bunny to Drop 1,500 Eggs From a Helicopter in Londonderry, New Hampshire This Weekend

Editor's note: This article was written by a Townsquare Media Northern New England contributor and may contain the individual's views, opinions or personal experiences. The Easter Bunny has a very busy couple of weeks ahead of him. Of course, the big day isn’t until Sunday, April 17th, but Mr. Bun...

MetroWest Health Foundation: Teen Va**ng Decreases But Mental Health & Cyberbullying On The Rise
05/04/2022

MetroWest Health Foundation: Teen Va**ng Decreases But Mental Health & Cyberbullying On The Rise

FRAMINGHAM – The MetroWest Health Foundation today, April 5, released the results from its 2021 MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey (MWAHS), a biennial survey of middle and high school students. in the 25-region served by the foundation. The survey is based largely on the Centers for Disease Contro...

Animal welfare groups in Massachusetts waive fees to adopt small pets
05/04/2022

Animal welfare groups in Massachusetts waive fees to adopt small pets

BOSTON — Several Massachusetts animal welfare groups, including the Animal Rescue League of Boston, are waiving adoption fees to place hundreds of small animals — rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils, birds and mice into homes at no cost to...

Peach Pit does right by fans at Boston performance
05/04/2022

Peach Pit does right by fans at Boston performance

On Friday, April 1, Peach Pit paid a visit to Boston’s Big Night Live for its 2022 tour celebrating the release of its third album, “From 2 to 3” (2022). With a loaded lineup packed with songs from all three projects, the band delivered a lively performance with plenty of fun...

$1 Boston Common portrait artist goes viral on TikTok
05/04/2022

$1 Boston Common portrait artist goes viral on TikTok

BOSTON — An artist set up in Boston Common and giving people a lot of joy for $1 is the city’s latest TikTok trend. With a stack of note cards, a pair of black sharpies and a pizza box advertising his work, Nick Shea sets up almost every day in the...

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