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Susan Shaw Wins Grand Prize at Myra Kraft Community MVP Awards for Grief Support Initiative

Susan Shaw Wins Grand Prize at Myra Kraft Community MVP Awards for Grief Support Initiative

Susan Shaw was awarded the grand prize of $25,000 at the New England Patriots Foundation's annual Myra Kraft Community MVP Awards. Her organization, William's Be Yourself Challenge, was recognized for its mission to support grieving children and families. Shaw founded the initiative after the tragic death of her nine-year-old son, William, in 2019. The funds will be used to establish The Green House in Falmouth, Mass., a property offering week-long restorative retreats at no cost to families navigating the loss of a child or parent. The goal is to serve 52 families annually. The awards ceremony honored 26 volunteers from various non-profit organizations across New England, with the Kraft family and Patriots Foundation having donated over $4 million to support nonprofits since 1998.

Veterinary Associations Face Scrutiny Over Support for Gestation Crates and Opposition to California's Proposition 12

Veterinary Associations Face Scrutiny Over Support for Gestation Crates and Opposition to California's Proposition 12

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) are under increasing scrutiny for their lobbying efforts against California's Proposition 12 and similar state laws that prohibit the sale of pork produced using gestation crates. Proposition 12, approved by Californian voters in 2018, mandates minimum space requirements for breeding sows. The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has legally challenged Proposition 12 and is now lobbying Congress to overturn it through federal Farm Bill provisions. The AASV, led by Executive Director Dr. Harry Snelson, has strongly supported the NPPC's campaign, submitting an amicus brief in the 2023 Supreme Court case and lobbying Congress. Dr. Snelson previously served as the Director of Science and Technology at the NPPC. The AVMA, claiming to represent over 111,000 veterinarians nationwide, has also sent letters to Congress in 2024 and 2026, expressing 'strong support' for federal legislation to overturn Propo...

New York to Phase Out Regents Exam Graduation Requirement, Sparking Debate on Education Standards

New York to Phase Out Regents Exam Graduation Requirement, Sparking Debate on Education Standards

New York State is moving away from requiring students to pass a prescribed set of Regents exams for high school graduation, beginning with the class of 2028. The New York State Education Department will still administer state assessments mandated by federal law, but passing Regents exams will no longer be a prerequisite for a diploma. Instead, the state plans to implement a broader system allowing students to demonstrate proficiency through multiple measures. This change follows years of study and public engagement by the state Board of Regents, which argues that a single standardized examination should not be the sole determinant of graduation. Critics, such as Erika Sanzi, senior director of outreach for Defending Education, contend that this shift risks lowering academic standards and masking underlying educational deficiencies, arguing that the state should focus on helping struggling students meet existing standards rather than eliminating testing requirements.

These beach towns are even better after summer ends

These beach towns are even better after summer ends

Warm weather, smaller crowds and seasonal festivals make these beach towns ideal family getaways long after summer ends.

Revolution Wind Project Completes Turbine Installation Despite Trump Administration Opposition

Revolution Wind Project Completes Turbine Installation Despite Trump Administration Opposition

The Revolution Wind offshore wind project, a $6.2 billion joint venture between Ørsted and Skyborn Renewables, has completed the installation of all 65 turbines in Rhode Island Sound. This milestone was achieved despite facing two stop-work orders issued by the Trump administration. The project, located approximately 15 miles south of Little Compton, Rhode Island, began delivering partial power to the grid in March and is expected to reach full commercial operation later this year. Once fully operational, its 65 Siemens Gamesa turbines will produce up to 704 megawatts of electricity, with 400 MW allocated to Rhode Island and 304 MW to Connecticut, enough to power over 350,000 homes. This marks Revolution Wind as the third large-scale offshore wind farm to complete construction in southern New England waters, following Vineyard Wind off Massachusetts and South Fork Wind serving Long Island.

Massachusetts Municipalities Discontinue Use of Flock Safety Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns

Massachusetts Municipalities Discontinue Use of Flock Safety Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns

A growing number of municipalities across Massachusetts, including Barre, Stoughton, Barnstable, and Acushnet, have decided to end, suspend, or decline to renew contracts with Flock Safety, a company providing automatic license plate reader technology. This action follows increasing concerns regarding surveillance, data privacy, and government oversight. Wilmington recently canceled its contract, while Waltham has temporarily covered its cameras awaiting removal. Other communities such as Dartmouth, Ayer, and New Bedford have also terminated or opted not to renew agreements in 2026. Boston previously ended its pilot program in late 2025 due to a security lapse that exposed data. The American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts (ACLU) has highlighted that Flock's nationwide data-sharing network poses privacy risks by allowing law enforcement and private entities to access location information without warrants or reasonable suspicion. The ACLU also cited criticisms against Flock concerning cybersecurity p...

Andrew Carnegie Foundation Awards $500,000 Grant to Education Resource Strategies in Watertown

Andrew Carnegie Foundation Awards $500,000 Grant to Education Resource Strategies in Watertown

The Andrew Carnegie Foundation has approved 44 grants totaling $42,350,000, with Education Resource Strategies (ERS) in Watertown, MA, receiving a 12-month grant of $500,000. This funding is specifically designated to support state-led high school redesign initiatives. These initiatives aim to reengage students, improve teacher experiences, and foster stronger connections between schools and their communities. ERS is one of many organizations across the U.S. and internationally to receive grants from the foundation, which focuses on various areas including education, democracy, and peacebuilding. Other notable grants include support for civic experiences in D.C. Public Schools, pro-democracy projects, and programs to increase graduation rates and support adult learners.

Massachusetts Woman Loses $340,000 in Gold and Bitcoin to Alleged Federal Agent Impersonator

Massachusetts Woman Loses $340,000 in Gold and Bitcoin to Alleged Federal Agent Impersonator

A Massachusetts woman reportedly lost approximately $340,000 in gold bars and Bitcoin after falling victim to a government impersonation scheme. The perpetrator, identified as Amritpal Singh, allegedly posed as a federal agent and convinced the woman that her assets were needed to 'stop the Russians.' The victim reported the incident to Rochester police on May 26 after a transaction occurred in Raynham. Rochester Detective Paul Douglas and Raynham Detective Patrick Leahy utilized automated license plate reader data, surveillance footage, and other investigative resources to identify Singh. Authorities subsequently traced Singh to New York, where U.S. Marshals took him into custody and returned him to Massachusetts. Singh appeared in Taunton District Court on September 17. The investigation expanded beyond Massachusetts, involving assistance from the FBI Metro Boston Gang Task Force, Homeland Security Investigations, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the U.S. Marshals Service, Massachusetts State Po...

On This Day: Francis Ouimet Stunned Golf's Biggest Stars at the 1913 U.S. Open

On This Day: Francis Ouimet Stunned Golf's Biggest Stars at the 1913 U.S. Open

In September 1913, a 20-year-old American amateur named Francis Ouimet achieved a stunning upset at the U.S. Open, forever changing the landscape o...

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WWII veteran Walter Okrongley gets French honor

WWII veteran Walter Okrongley gets French honor

WWII veteran Walter D. Okrongley receives France's Legion of Honor at a ceremony in Pooler this Monday.

Newton Resident Fights City Over Miniature Horse Amid Zoning and Odor Complaints

Newton Resident Fights City Over Miniature Horse Amid Zoning and Odor Complaints

A resident of Newton, Judy Hinchey, is engaged in a dispute with city officials regarding her miniature horse, Clover. Hinchey is seeking permission to keep Clover, who is approximately the size of a Labrador, in her Auburndale backyard. The conflict stems from zoning issues and complaints from neighbors concerning the smell of manure. The city's public health board is scheduled to hold a hearing on Hinchey's appeal after an initial denial of a license to keep the animal. Hinchey, a neurologist, acquired Clover, a certified therapy horse, with the intention of establishing her own therapeutic practice. She states she received city approval to build a stall for the horse, but subsequent manure complaints led to the health department's involvement. The denial cited regulations requiring manure to be stored at specific distances from lot lines and dwelling units, which Hinchey argues apply to stables for full-sized horses, not her small stall for a miniature horse. She highlights the significant size and wast...

Gas prices debate continues in Congress. Can Washington lower costs?

Gas prices debate continues in Congress. Can Washington lower costs?

Lawmakers in Washington are trading blame for high gas prices with Trump administration officials. Here's what Washington can do to lower pump prices.