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19th-century book due back to Worcester Public Library in 1973 is returned
The Worcester Public Library recently had an unusual surprise — the return of a book more than half a century overdue. Checked out in 1973, the book finally returned to the library late this year. Library officials believe it was discovered by a Boston resident cleaning out a relative’s belongings. The returned book, titled “The Early Work of Aubrey Beardsley,”...
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18 years after losing necklace in Maine, Worcester man is reunited with it
A man from Worcester, Massachusetts, has been reunited with a cherished necklace that vanished 18 years ago in Maine, thanks to a stranger’s commitment to finding its rightful owner. Han Tu received the gold Buddha necklace as a high school graduation gift and wore it every day until it disappeared. The necklace held deep meaning — it included a heart...
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Woman rescued from third floor during house fire in Somerville
Firefighters rescued a woman from the third floor of a triple decker as it went up in flames in Somerville, Massachusetts on Friday. Officials said the woman was trapped inside the home on Raymond Avenue and they had to use bucket trucks to reach her. She was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. “We heard sounds of glass breaking...
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Dogs saved from Middleborough home recovering as ex-owner faces charges
A woman accused of keeping 17 dogs, six horses and several other animals in filth at a home in Middleborough, Massachusetts, appeared in court Thursday to face 26 animal cruelty charges, while prosecutors revealed new information about the case. At least 20 dead dogs were found in a garage on the property while the other animals were rescued last month,...
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Large Mass. blaze, formed from smaller fires that merged, to burn near I-95 overnight
Brush fire danger remained high in New England Wednesday with another day of high temperatures and no rain in the forecast. Four separate fires burned in the Georgetown-Rowley State Forest near Interstate 95 Tuesday, where firefighters were first called in around 5 p.m. After battling the flames for hours crews were pulled out at dark for safety, returning Wednesday morning...
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How to manage election-related stress and anxiety
There’s an important Election Day question you won’t find on any ballot: How are you feeling? According to the American Psychological Association, 77% of Americans consider the future of the nation a “significant source of stress in their lives.” For many, the stakes of this election feel deeply personal, stirring up emotions ranging from anxiety to frustration. With so much outside of our...
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Zendaya at Tatte? ‘Insane!' Star-studded movie shoot causing a stir in Boston
Zendaya and Robert Pattinson have been spotted in Boston and other Massachusetts towns lately, reportedly filming an A24 film called “The Drama.”
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Experts make the case for leaving the leaves
With spooky season coming to a close, you might wonder if your yard scared the neighbors — not from decorations, but from all those piles of unraked leaves. If raking feels daunting, a biodiversity expert suggests leaving the leaves might be better for your yard’s health. “You’re left with better soil health, and you don’t have to spend much time...
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Hudson says goodbye to 150-year-old hardware store
A sense of community connection can be hard to find, but for over a century, many residents of Hudson, Massachusetts, have found it in an unusual place — the local hardware store. But after nearly 150 years, Robinsons Hardware, a community staple, will close its doors on Oct. 31. Customers who consider the store part of their lives have returned...
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MBTA displays mockup of new Green Line train in Boston
A model of the MBTA‘s next-generation Green Line train is outside Boston City Hall, where commuters can get a glimpse of features designed to improve their rides. The Type 10 train car, set to replace the existing fleet gradually over the coming years, represents the MBTA’s most accessible model to date. The mock-up will be displayed through Wednesday, from 7...
