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3 people die in a crash involving 4 vehicles in New Hampshire
Local News The crash occurred in Hooksett on Wednesday afternoon. By Associated Press updated on September 28, 2023 | 10:42 AM HOOKSETT, N.H. (AP) — Three people have died following a crash involving four vehicles in New Hampshire, police said. An SUV side-swiped two vehicles on a road and rear-ended a third on Route 3 […]
A fire at a wedding hall in northern Iraq has killed more than 100 people and injured 150
Politics Civil defense members inspect the scene of a fire that broke out during a wedding at an event hall in Al-Hamdaniyah, Iraq on September 27, 2023. ZAID AL-OBEIDI/AFP via Getty Images By FARID ABDULWAHED, Associated Press September 26, 2023 MOSUL, Iraq (AP) — A fire that raced through a hall hosting a Christian wedding […]
Four people assaulted near Berklee, suspect identified
Local News The four incidents took place in quick succession Saturday evening near Berklee College of Music. Four people were assaulted over the weekend near Berklee College of Music, and police have identified a suspect. Shortly after 5 p.m. on Saturday, a member of the Berklee community was assaulted by a man in front of […]
Six people arrested after brawl with police outside of Newport restaurant
The Boston Globe During the altercation outside of The Landing Restaurant, multiple punches were thrown, an officer was allegedly kicked in the groin, and a woman was knocked unconscious for several minutes. By Brittany Bowker, The Boston Globe updated on September 14, 2023 | 11:45 AM NEWPORT, R.I. — Six people were arrested in Newport, […]
17 people charged in joint operation targeting ATVs and dirt bikes on Lawrence streets
Crime Eighteen off-road vehicles were seized during Thursday’s multi-agency crackdown. Massachusetts State Police seized 18 off-road vehicles Thursday in a multi-agency operation targeting motorists who allegedly illegally operate dirt bikes and ATVs on Lawrence’s streets. Massachusetts State Police arrested seven people and seized 18 off-road vehicles Thursday in a multi-agency operation targeting motorists who allegedly […]
A driver crashed into a Denny’s near Houston, injuring 23 people
National News This image provided by the Rosenberg Police Department shows police tape in front of a Denny’s restaurant after a vehicle crashed into it in Rosenberg, Texas, Monday, Sept. 4, 2023. Rosenberg Police Department via AP By Associated Press September 4, 2023 | 4:55 PM Rosenberg, TX (AP) — A driver plowed through a […]
Airlines tried to stop fake service animals. It kept blind people off flights.
National News Eva guides Elizabeth Schoen along a trail at Gravelly Point Park. Craig Hudson/The Washington Post By Amanda Morris, Washington Post August 29, 2023 | 9:35 AM Elizabeth Schoen’s guide dog, Eva, is trained to help her navigate crowded, chaotic environments such as airports. The black Labrador knows how to find elevators, follow crowds […]
Large fight breaks out at Dorchester’s South Bay mall, multiple people arrested
Crime Police said no one was injured in the fight, but they are still investigating. A large fight broke out Sunday afternoon at South Bay mall in Dorchester, according to police. Police responded to the mall at 4:52 p.m. for a report of a large fight, a Boston police spokesperson said. Multiple people were arrested, […]
Sheriff provides the first details of how a white man fatally shot 3 Black people at a Florida store
National News “Therein lies the difficulty. When a person grabs a hold of a gun with hateful intentions, it is very difficult to stop that from happening,” the sheriff said. Residents gather for a prayer near the scene of a mass shooting at a Dollar General store, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Jacksonville, Fla. AP […]
One morning in Maine, 225 people went to the library
National News Books or beach? In a coastal town, the decision is easy, thanks to artwork by the author of “Blueberries for Sal” and “Make Way for Ducklings.” As Sal McCloskey read “One Morning in Maine,” young audience members crept closer and closer. Some followed along in their own copies of the book. Gin Majka […]