Eight Alleged Gang Members Charged in Major Drug and Firearms Investigation

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston – Federal complaints were unsealed yesterday against eight members and associates of the Brockton-based Harvard Street Gang and their Randolph-based affiliates on multiple gun and drug charges. The following individuals were charged: Lue Andrade, aka “Poncho,” 31, of West Bridgewater, possession with intent to distribute controlled substances and possession of one … Continue reading Eight Alleged Gang Members Charged in Major Drug and Firearms Investigation

Fitness Focus — The Benefits of Morning Workouts for Mental Clarity

Starting your day with exercise does more than strengthen muscles — it sharpens the mind. Morning workouts set the tone for focus, energy, and mental clarity that can last all day. Why Morning Workouts Work: Boosts alertness: Physical activity increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain, waking you up faster than caffeine alone. Improves … Continue reading Fitness Focus — The Benefits of Morning Workouts for Mental Clarity

NH Police Stop Vehicle Linked to Massachusetts State Trooper Incident

By: Laura Soukkavong Seabrook, NH – Shortly after 2:30 AM, Feb. 19, Massachusetts State Police issued a BOLO for a Black 2021 BMW 5 Series that was involved in an incident earlier in East Boston, during which the vehicle reportedly struck a Massachusetts State Trooper. At approximately 3:07 AM, New Hampshire State Trooper Patrick Vetter … Continue reading NH Police Stop Vehicle Linked to Massachusetts State Trooper Incident

Boston DA: Repeat Offender Targeted High-Value Retail Shops

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston, MA – A Boston man has been arraigned in Boston Municipal Court Central on Friday after being accused of stealing merchandise from several Back Bay stores in Nov. 40-year-old Peter Cutelis is facing multiple charges, including four counts of larceny over $1,200, Possession of Controlled Substances, and being classified as a … Continue reading Boston DA: Repeat Offender Targeted High-Value Retail Shops

Glens Falls Fire Captain Arrested for Embezzlement

By: Laura Soukkavong Glens Falls, N.Y. –  The New York Police Special Investigations Unit arrested a 45-year-old Glens Falls resident on Feb. 17 on charges of second-degree forgery (two counts) and petit larceny. The arrest relates to allegations of improper use of funds from the Glens Falls Fire Department Union Account. The individual, identified as … Continue reading Glens Falls Fire Captain Arrested for Embezzlement

Eight Months of Prison Time for New York Man in Fraudulent Kickback Operation

By William Armstead BOSTON – James Rausch was sentenced in federal court on Feb. 13, 2026, in Boston for plotting to pay physicians to prescribe medically unnecessary brain scans. Rausch is a past sales director for the Northeast region of a mobile medical diagnostics company. U.S. District Court Judge Nathaniel M. Gorton made the decision … Continue reading Eight Months of Prison Time for New York Man in Fraudulent Kickback Operation

State Police Investigating Fatal Sullivan County Structure Fire

By: Laura Soukkavong New York - Early on February 12, a residential fire broke out in Apartment 3 at 10 Rustic Inn Lane in Yulan, Sullivan County. Authorities received the report at 2:33 a.m. Troopers from the Liberty barracks and investigators from the Liberty Bureau of Criminal Investigation arrived at the scene, with several local … Continue reading State Police Investigating Fatal Sullivan County Structure Fire

Mattapan Traffic Stop Leads to Firearm Arrest After Struggle with Police

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston – Officers assigned to District B-3 (Mattapan) initiated a traffic stop Tuesday evening that later escalated into a physical altercation. At approximately 5:00 p.m., police observed a vehicle traveling without a front registration plate that made a sudden turn onto Harvard Street and continued at a high speed before turning onto … Continue reading Mattapan Traffic Stop Leads to Firearm Arrest After Struggle with Police

Daily Horoscope — Thursday, February 19, 2026

Thursday shifts the mood. What’s been building all week starts to reveal its direction. Conversations feel more honest, decisions more final and intuition stronger than logic in many situations. It’s a day for paying attention — especially to subtle signals. Aries (March 21 – April 19)You’re ready to move forward, but someone else may need … Continue reading Daily Horoscope — Thursday, February 19, 2026

Bodycam Video Shows Former Worcester Councilor Shoving Officer

By Tiffany Williams - WORCESTER, Mass. — Newly released body camera footage is reigniting outrage in the city after showing a now-former city councilor putting her hands on a police officer during a chaotic confrontation tied to a federal immigration operation. https://videopress.com/v/L7xWcwan?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true The video, sent to NewsTalk New England late Wednesday night, is body worn … Continue reading Bodycam Video Shows Former Worcester Councilor Shoving Officer

Family Says 60-Year-Old Thomas Healey Has Been Missing for Months

By Tiffany Williams - WORCESTER, Mass. — Sixty-year-old Thomas Healey has vanished. Family members say they have not heard from him in months. No calls. No contact. Nothing. Now the Worcester Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating him. Months without a word. For loved ones, that silence is deafening. Police are … Continue reading Family Says 60-Year-Old Thomas Healey Has Been Missing for Months

Crews Battle Roof Fire at Holyoke Mall; No Injuries Reported

By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Holyoke Fire Department Holyoke, MA – Holyoke Firefighters responded to a reported roof fire at Holyoke Ingleside at approximately 11 PM. When they arrived, crews encountered significant flames coming from rooftop ductwork near the Target store area, along with heavy smoke conditions inside the mall. Firefighters launched coordinated interior and … Continue reading Crews Battle Roof Fire at Holyoke Mall; No Injuries Reported

Police: Seatbelt Violation Leads to Multiple Drug Charges

By: Laura Soukkavong ENFIELD, CT — On February 18, officers with the Enfield Police Department conducted a traffic stop near Hazard Avenue and Phoenix Avenue for an alleged seatbelt violation. During the stop, officers reported observing drug-related paraphernalia in plain view inside the vehicle. Police charged Angelo Abair, 42, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, with possession of … Continue reading Police: Seatbelt Violation Leads to Multiple Drug Charges

Police Charge Swansea Resident Following Joint State Investigation

By: Laura Soukkavong SWANSEA, MA — At 6 A.M., officers responded to Pamela Drive to assist the State Police Cyber Crimes Unit and Special Tactics and Operations Team (STOP) execute a warrant which stemmed from the Cyber Crimes Unit after an investigation was conducted into allegations that the homeowner had child pornography. After the execution … Continue reading Police Charge Swansea Resident Following Joint State Investigation

State Health Officials in Maine Confirm Measles Case in the State

By William Armstead AUGUSTA— February 6, 2026 is the first time since 2019 in which the Maine Department of Health and Human Services’ Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) is announcing a case of measles in the state. February 5, 2026, marks the date when the case was confirmed. According to the U.S. … Continue reading State Health Officials in Maine Confirm Measles Case in the State

Why Traveling Solo is the Best Gift You Can Give Yourself

By Tiffany Williams - Exploring new destinations alone can boost confidence, creativity, and personal growth — here’s why taking a solo trip is worth it. Traveling solo has grown in popularity as more people seek experiences that combine adventure with self-discovery. Beyond the freedom to set your own schedule, traveling alone offers unique benefits that … Continue reading Why Traveling Solo is the Best Gift You Can Give Yourself

Fitness Focus — Strength vs. Cardio: Finding the Right Balance

When it comes to fitness, both strength training and cardio are essential — but the key is knowing how to balance them for your goals and lifestyle. Strength Training:Strength work builds muscle, strengthens bones, and supports joint health. It boosts metabolism and improves functional fitness, making daily activities easier. Even short sessions, 2–3 times a … Continue reading Fitness Focus — Strength vs. Cardio: Finding the Right Balance

Hartford pair arrested after Multi-Town Vehicle Pursuit Ends in Crash

by: Laura Soukkavong Millbury, MA – Yesterday afternoon, officers from the Millbury Police Department responded to a shoplifting incident at The Shops at Blackstone Valley that escalated into a multi-jurisdictional vehicle pursuit. The incident began around 4 PM, when the suspect reportedly drove toward a Millbury Police cruiser, creating a dangerous situation for officers and … Continue reading Hartford pair arrested after Multi-Town Vehicle Pursuit Ends in Crash

Pittsfield Authorities Apprehend Suspect in Fatal February Accident

By: Laura Soukkavong Pittsfield, MA – The Pittsfield Police Department announced that 65-year-old William Gross was taken into custody without incident on Feb. 16 in connection with the fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred on Feb. 10. On Feb. 10, at approximately 11:33 PM, officers of the Pittsfield Police Department and emergency personnel responded to reports … Continue reading Pittsfield Authorities Apprehend Suspect in Fatal February Accident

25 Years to Life received for 1992 Strangulation Cold Case Murder

By: Laura Soukkavong Queens, NY – In 1992, reports state that police found Nadine Slade, a 15-year-old who was strangled with a bra tightly wrapped around her neck, being secured with a can opener in the bathroom of her apartment in Far Rockaway, which was shared with her mother. The case has been solved, and … Continue reading 25 Years to Life received for 1992 Strangulation Cold Case Murder

Police Investigate Unattended Death Near Tyngsborough Bridge

By: Laura Soukkavong Tyngsborough – Police are investigating the death of a man whose body was discovered Tuesday morning near the Tyngsborough Bridge. Officers were called to the area around 7:53 a.m. on Feb. 17 after receiving a report that a body had been found beneath the bridge. When they arrived, they located an adult … Continue reading Police Investigate Unattended Death Near Tyngsborough Bridge

Worcester Man Sentenced to Three Years for Illegal Reentry After Deportation

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston – A 49-year-old Dominican National who has been illegally residing in Worcester has been sentenced to three years in prison for illegally reentering the United States following deportation. U.S. District Court Judge Margaret R. Guzman imposed the sentence after Jose Luis Urena-Vazquez admitted to one count of illegal reentry. Following completion … Continue reading Worcester Man Sentenced to Three Years for Illegal Reentry After Deportation

Driver Cited After Late-Night Crash

By: Laura Soukkavong Dummerston, VT - On Tuesday, Feb. 17, at approximately 9:53 PM, troopers responded to a report of a single-car crash at the intersection of East-West and Black Mountain Road in Dummerston, Windham County, Vermont. The driver was identified as Anthony D. Horne, a 41-year-old resident of Wardsboro, VT. Troopers determined upon arrival … Continue reading Driver Cited After Late-Night Crash

Daily Horoscope — Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Wednesday brings movement. What felt tense earlier in the week begins to sort itself out, but not without effort. Conversations continue, plans adjust and hidden motives become easier to spot. Today rewards focus and steady thinking. Aries (March 21 – April 19)Energy levels rise and so does your impatience. A delay may test your temper, … Continue reading Daily Horoscope — Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Hartford Man Sentenced to 51 Years for 2023 Gas Station Shooting

By: Laura Soukkavong Hartford, CT – On Dec. 15, 2025, a Superior Court jury found Chan Williams-Bey, 30, of Hartford guilty of: Manslaughter in the First Degree with a Firearm (C.G.S. § 53a-55a) Assault in the First Degree (C.G.S. § 53a-59(a)(1)) Violation of Conditions of Release in the First Degree (C.G.S. § 53a-222) And was … Continue reading Hartford Man Sentenced to 51 Years for 2023 Gas Station Shooting