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Watertown theater takes final bow after 40 seasons
Local News The New Repertory Theatre in Watertown is shutting its doors after a few recent years of financial hardship. Cailan Doran and Dylan C. Wack in “The Normal Heart” at New Repertory Theatre. The New Repertory Theatre in Watertown is permanently closing after 40 seasons due to economic challenges following the pandemic. “It’s a […]
Speed humps are coming to a neighborhood near you. Here’s what to know.
Local News Boston will get 500 new speed humps over the next three years to help reduce speeding on quieter side streets. Boston neighborhoods will see 500 new speed humps built over the next three years as part of a new city project to reduce speeding in residential areas. Unlike typical speed bumps, the city’s […]
Teen car accident deaths are way up in Mass., says AAA
Local News A total of 49 people were killed in teen-driver-related crashes last year. Fatal car crashes involving teen drivers in Massachusetts are the highest it has been in 15 years, with distracted driving being the leading cause of the crashes. Last year, 49 people were killed in crashes that involved drivers between the ages […]
Move over Jimmy Kimmel, it’s now the LA Bowl Hosted by Gronk
Celebs “Jimmy was a fantastic host and brought a lot of elements to the game. But it’s my turn now and I’m going to turn it up, that’s for sure.” Rob Gronkowski arrives for the NFL Honors in Inglewood, Calif., on Feb. 10, 2022. The LA Bowl is expected to announce Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, […]
The father of American teenage hostage freed by Hamas says she is ‘doing very good’
World News “She’s doing good. She’s doing very good,” said Uri Raanan, who lives in the Chicago suburbs. “I’m in tears, and I feel very, very good.” This photo provided by the Raanan family shows Natalie Raanan and her father, Uri Raanan, in Mexico. The Israeli government said Hamas militants on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, […]
Congressional report says failure to replace Cape bridges could be ‘catastrophic’
Local News Without total replacement, experts warn of the need for constant repair that will create a serious gridlock. The Sagamore Bridge in Bourne. A new Congressional report warns that failure to replace Cape Cod’s federally-owned Bourne and Sagamore Bridges could result in “catastrophic” consequences for the region. The report, titled “Cape Cod Bridges Replacement: […]
Judge fines Donald Trump $5,000 after post maligning court staffer is found on campaign website
National News “In the current overheated climate, incendiary untruths can, and in some cases already have, led to serious physical harm, and worse.” Former President Donald Trump speaks as he returns to the courtroom after the lunch break of his civil business fraud trial, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, at New York Supreme Court in New […]
Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clear
Politics “This dude is one of the baddest dudes I’ve ever seen, and I’ve seen some greats,” Houston manager Dusty Baker said of Altuve. Texas’ Adolis Garcia hit a sixth-inning home run to make the score 4-2 in favor of the Rangers at the time. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) AP By STEPHEN HAWKINS, Associated Press October […]
Spirit Airlines cancels dozens of flights to inspect some of its planes. Disruptions will last days
Travel “The impact to our network is expected to last several days as we complete the inspections and work to return to normal operations.” A Spirit Airlines jet approaches Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, Feb. 24, 2021. Spirit Airlines canceled about 100 flights on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, after pulling some planes out of service […]
Spotted lanternfly infestation found in Wellesley
Local News Local officials are asking residents to watch out for the invasive pest. AP An infestation of the invasive spotted lanternfly has been found in Wellesley, officials announced this week. The infestation near Carisbrooke Reservation was confirmed by the Massachusetts Department of Agriculture Resources, town officials announced Wednesday. The spotted lanternfly was first found […]