By DeJaune Jones Photo: DeJaune Jones/Nightlife_Network A fatal motorcycle crash in Grafton was under investigation after new details were released by police. According to the Grafton Police Department, the crash happened Saturday afternoon around 4:30 p.m. on Route 140 near the Upton town line. Authorities have identified the victim as Gilson Jorge, 41 of Milford, … Continue reading FATAL MOTORCYCLE CRASH IN GRAFTON — MILFORD MAN IDENTIFIED, SPEED MAYBE A FACTOR
Everyday Balance: Building Consistency in an Unpredictable Job
When your job is fast-paced and unpredictable, consistency can feel impossible. But even in careers where no two days look the same, creating small anchors in your routine can bring stability, focus, and balance. Start with what you can control. You may not control your schedule, incoming calls, or last-minute changes, but you can control … Continue reading Everyday Balance: Building Consistency in an Unpredictable Job
Chicopee Investigation Leads to Arrest in EBT Fraud Operation
By: Laura Soukkavong Chicopee - A Westfield man has been arrested following an investigation into alleged fraudulent use of SNAP/EBT benefits at a Chicopee smoke shop. According to authorities, the investigation began on March 9 when a federal investigator with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Special Investigations Unit contacted the Chicopee Police Detective Bureau regarding … Continue reading Chicopee Investigation Leads to Arrest in EBT Fraud Operation
Federal Judge Sentences Worcester Man to 30 Years for Exploitation of Minors
By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - A Worcester man has been sentenced to decades in federal prison for sexually exploiting multiple minors and producing explicit material involving children. Antonio Merced, 29, was sentenced on March 26, by a judge in U.S. District Court to 30 years in prison, followed by a lifetime term of supervised release. … Continue reading Federal Judge Sentences Worcester Man to 30 Years for Exploitation of Minors
Breaking Down the Top Wide Receiver Prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft
By William Armstead As the 2026 NFL Draft date inches closer, teams in need of explosive playmakers will once again fulfill that need through the wide receiver position. While recent classes have featured clear-cut stars at the top, this year’s group is different, with several prospects making a case to be the first receiver chosen. … Continue reading Breaking Down the Top Wide Receiver Prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft
STATE POLICE PURSUIT ON MASS PIKE — SUSPECT WITHOUT PLATES TAKES OFF
By DeJaune Jones An incident involving Massachusetts State Police unfolded earlier as troopers attempted to stop a red sedan traveling westbound on the Mass Pike. According to radio traffic, Troop H initiated a stop on the vehicle due to it operating without license plates. The driver failed to pull over and continued westbound through Grafton, … Continue reading STATE POLICE PURSUIT ON MASS PIKE — SUSPECT WITHOUT PLATES TAKES OFF
Cinnamon Roll Burger Headlines New Hartford Yard Goats Food Lineup
By Tiffany Williams - Hartford, Connecticut — There are places you go for baseball. And then there are places you go for the food… where baseball just happens to be playing in the background. At Dunkin’ Park, home of the Hartford Yard Goats, something unusual is happening. The crack of the bat still echoes. The … Continue reading Cinnamon Roll Burger Headlines New Hartford Yard Goats Food Lineup
Budget Cuts Force Major Reductions in Hampden County Public Safety Services
By Tiffany Williams - Hampden County, Massachusetts — A warning shot in broad daylight for public safety across western Massachusetts. Budgets are tightening, and now the consequences are hitting the street level—patrols, partnerships, and people. Nick Cocchi is pulling back. The Hampden County Sheriff’s Office is rolling out the first phase of a cost-reduction plan … Continue reading Budget Cuts Force Major Reductions in Hampden County Public Safety Services
Crews Battle Fully Involved House Fire on Elm Street Overnight
By: Laura Soukkavong Credit: Wakefield Fire Department Wakefield, NH — Emergency crews responded late Tuesday night to a reported structure fire at 224 Elm Street, prompting a large mutual aid response from surrounding communities. At approximately 11:42 p.m., dispatchers received reports of a building fire, with neighbors indicating that all occupants had safely exited the … Continue reading Crews Battle Fully Involved House Fire on Elm Street Overnight
Hopkinton Police Launch April Crackdown on Distracted Driving
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Hopkinton Police Department Hopkinton – The Hopkinton Police Department has announced a high-visibility enforcement and education campaign set to run throughout April, targeting distracted driving across the community. The initiative is funded through a traffic safety grant awarded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security and its … Continue reading Hopkinton Police Launch April Crackdown on Distracted Driving
Police: Driver Fled After Crash, Arrested with Federal Assistance
By: Laura Soukkavong Strafford, NH – A Barnstead man has been arrested following a multi-agency investigation into a police pursuit that began earlier this month. According to the Strafford Police Department, Shelby W. Davis, 43, was taken into custody on March 27 with assistance from the United States Marshals Service. The arrest stems from an … Continue reading Police: Driver Fled After Crash, Arrested with Federal Assistance
Crews Extinguish Fully Involved Vehicle Fire on Interstate 93
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Derry Fire Department DERRY, NH — Emergency crews responded Monday afternoon to a fully involved vehicle fire on Interstate 93 northbound in Derry. At approximately 1:48 p.m., the Derry Fire Communication Center received multiple reports of a passenger vehicle on fire near mile marker 6.6. New Hampshire State Police also … Continue reading Crews Extinguish Fully Involved Vehicle Fire on Interstate 93
Celtics Rout Hornets, Earn Their 50th Win on the Season
By William Armstead - The Boston Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets by a score of 114 to 99 on March 29 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC. Jayson Tatum had his highest scoring game since coming back from his Achilles injury. Tatum led the Celtics in scoring with 32 points, also adding eight assists. The … Continue reading Celtics Rout Hornets, Earn Their 50th Win on the Season
Duxbury Incident Leads to Assault and Drug Trafficking Charges
By: Laura Soukkavong Duxbury - A man was arrested Thursday evening following a reported assault and disturbance at an apartment complex in Duxbury. Police say officers responded to Island Creek Village on March 26 after receiving a report of two men fighting in a hallway. Upon arrival, officers were approached by a woman who identified … Continue reading Duxbury Incident Leads to Assault and Drug Trafficking Charges
Marshfield Police, State Troopers Execute Search Warrant in Child Exploitation Probe
By: Laura Soukkavong Marshfield - A man has been arrested following a child exploitation investigation involving local and state authorities. According to police, the investigation was conducted by the Marshfield Police Department Detective Unit in partnership with the Massachusetts State Police Cyber Crime Unit. Police began looking into allegations involving the electronic receipt of illegal … Continue reading Marshfield Police, State Troopers Execute Search Warrant in Child Exploitation Probe
Two Charged After Violent Nightclub Incident in Boston
By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - A Saugus man and a woman are facing charges following an early-morning incident outside a downtown Boston nightclub in which three people were struck by a vehicle, according to Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden. Authorities say the incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. on February 28 near the W Boston Hotel … Continue reading Two Charged After Violent Nightclub Incident in Boston
Manchester Group Charged in Boston Transit Station Assault
By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - Six individuals from Manchester, New Hampshire are facing charges following a violent robbery at the Downtown Crossing MBTA station earlier this month, according to Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden. Authorities allege that on March 15 at approximately 3:25 p.m., officers responded to a reported robbery near Liberty Square and Water … Continue reading Manchester Group Charged in Boston Transit Station Assault
DA: Suspects Used GPS, Cameras, and Wi-Fi Jammers in Targeted Burglaries
By: Laura Soukkavong Woburn - Two New York men are expected to be arraigned in Woburn District Court following their alleged involvement in a coordinated series of residential break-ins across Middlesex County. According to Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan, David Rondon-Castro, 26, and Yeison Ramirez-Garcia, 25, both of Queens, New York, are facing charges of … Continue reading DA: Suspects Used GPS, Cameras, and Wi-Fi Jammers in Targeted Burglaries
Police Arrest Man with “Ghost Gun” Following School Lockdown
By: Laura Soukkavong Webster - A 21-year-old Webster man is facing multiple serious charges following an incident that led to a police pursuit and a temporary school lockdown on Thursday, March 26. According to the Webster Police Department, officers were initially assisting a resident in serving a protective order when they learned the subject, Jayvyn … Continue reading Police Arrest Man with “Ghost Gun” Following School Lockdown
Lyndon Man Charged with DUI in St. Johnsbury
By: Laura Soukkavong St. Johnsbury, Vt - A Lyndon man is facing a driving under the influence charge following a late-night incident in St. Johnsbury. According to Vermont State Police, Trooper William Nally responded to an incident at the intersection of Route 2B and U.S. Route 2 at 12:33 a.m. on March 28. Following an … Continue reading Lyndon Man Charged with DUI in St. Johnsbury
Suspect Accused of Threats and Resisting Arrest in Caledonia County
By: Laura Soukkavong Stannard, VT - A Stannard man is facing multiple serious charges following an incident that led to the involvment of several Vermont State Police troopers Sunday evening. According to authorities, troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to Tousant Hill Road at 7:39 p.m. on March 29, for a reported disturbance. Police … Continue reading Suspect Accused of Threats and Resisting Arrest in Caledonia County
Two-Vehicle Crash Reported on I-91 in St. Johnsbury
By: Laura Soukkavong St. Johnsbury, VT - Vermont State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 91 South early Monday morning. The incident occurred at 6:43 a.m. near exit 19 at mile marker 128 in St. Johnsburg. Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks arrived on scene to investigate. According to authorities, a 2018 Toyota … Continue reading Two-Vehicle Crash Reported on I-91 in St. Johnsbury
Suspect Taken into Custody After Barre Police Surveillance Operation
By: Laura Soukkavong Barre - A man is in custody following the execution of a search warrant by the Barre Police Department earlier today in South Barre. According to officials, officers and detectives carried out the warrant at a residence on North Brookfield Road after conducting an extended investigation and surveillance of the location and … Continue reading Suspect Taken into Custody After Barre Police Surveillance Operation
Jury Convicts 73-Year-Old Man in Long-Unsolved Framingham Crime
By: Laura Soukkavong Framingham - A man has been found guilty in connection with a decades-old violent crime after a jury returned a conviction following a lengthy trial. According to authorities, 73-year-old Stephen Paul Gale was convicted in Middlesex Superior Court of multiple serious offenses, including aggravated rape, kidnapping, and armed robbery. The case stems … Continue reading Jury Convicts 73-Year-Old Man in Long-Unsolved Framingham Crime
Parenting Advice Today: Transitioning from Elementary to Middle School
The move from elementary to middle school is a big milestone—for both children and parents. With new schedules, multiple teachers, increased academic expectations, and growing social dynamics, the transition can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Start by talking openly about what to expect. Middle school often means changing classrooms, managing lockers, and … Continue reading Parenting Advice Today: Transitioning from Elementary to Middle School