They Might Be Giants Playing Sold Out Shows In Mass After Car Crash, COVID They Might Be Giants Playing Sold Out Shows In Mass After Car Crash, COVID
They Might Be Giants Playing Sold Out Shows In Mass After Car Crash, COVID They might be giants, but the only way they are going to crush New England is with stellar live performances and sold-out shows. John Flansburgh and John Linnell, who met while growing up in Lincoln, MA, make up the duo known as They Might Be Giants. For some 40 years, the band has released numerous albums, covered several genres and even won two Grammys. Now TMBG is once again performing for their fans in the Commonwealth who have waited a long time to hear the band’s iconic sound live.  “We have a very, very enthusiastic fan base and they were ready to wait to come see us,” Linnell sa…
Vermont 45-Year-Old Killed While Crossing Route 1 In Saugus: Police Vermont 45-Year-Old Killed While Crossing Route 1 In Saugus: Police
Vermont 45-Year-Old Killed While Crossing Route 1 In Saugus: Police A 45-year-old man from Vermont has died after being hit by a car on Route 1 in Saugus, authorities said. Carlos Vasquez, of Bennington, was crossing the street from the Burger King near the Essex Street exit when he was hit just after 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 23, Massachusetts State Police said.  Vasquez was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries where he later died, police said. Initial investigation revealed Vasquez was trying to meet his girlfriend on other the other side.  The driver, a 60-year-old man from Wakefield, stayed on scene. No charged have been filed …
Massachusetts Is The Best State To Live In, According To WalletHub Survey Massachusetts Is The Best State To Live In, According To WalletHub Survey
Massachusetts Is The Best State To Live In, According To WalletHub Survey Massachusetts residents have it best, according to WalletHub's list of 2022's Best States To Live In.  The list was designed to help people find the best and most affordable place to live by comparing all 50 states across 52 key metrics. They include housing costs, income growth, education rate and quality of hospitals. While the Commonwealth did not take the top spot in every category, it did get the highest score for education and health.  Other Northeastern States to rank among the top 20 were New Jersey (2), New York (3), Virginia (5), Maine (11), Vermont (12), Pennsylva…
Pulitzer-Prize Winning Pittsburgh-Native Author, David McCullough Dies At 89 Pulitzer-Prize Winning Pittsburgh-Native Author, David McCullough Dies At 89
Pulitzer-Prize Winning Pittsburgh-Native Author, David McCullough Dies At 89 Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, David McCullough, died at the age of 89, on Sunday, August 7, according to his family.  He was surrounded by his five children in Hingham, Massachusetts, at the time of his passing, his family says.  "The McCullough family is very appreciative of the support during this difficult time and the support of his many readers throughout the years." His wife Rosalee Ingram Barnes McCullough, 89, had passed less than two months prior on June 9, according to her obituary.  The two met when she went to visit a friend in Pittsburgh in 1951, they marri…
Bob Kovachick Retiring From NewsChannel 13 After 50 Years In Weather Biz Bob Kovachick Retiring From NewsChannel 13 After 50 Years In Weather Biz
Bob Kovachick Retiring From NewsChannel 13 After 50 Years In Weather Biz After more than 50 years in the weather business, WNYT NewsChannel 13’s chief meteorologist, Bob Kovachick, is retiring. He made the announcement Friday, Aug. 5, during the station’s 4 p.m. broadcast. Kovachick briefly choked up as he began speaking, saying, "I don't know what to say and how to say it. Pardon me. I'm leaving channel 13. I'm retiring." He quickly regained his composure before again saying he was leaving after 40 plus years of "the highs and lows, mostly highs, a few lows meteorologically." “It’s just time to pull the plug and retire and enjoy the other aspects of my life,…
Massachusetts' School Systems Reign Supreme According To WalletHub Study Massachusetts' School Systems Reign Supreme According To WalletHub Study
Massachusetts' School Systems Reign Supreme According To WalletHub Study It appears that school systems in Massachusetts have passed why flying colors!  The Commonwealth score the top spot on WalletHub's list of 2022's States with the Best & Worst School Systems.  The list is generated by analyzing each state's academic performance, funding, safety, class size and instructor credentials, the study reads. All New England states appeared in the top 20 as well: Connecticut at number two, New Hampshire at seven, Vermont at 11, Maine at 12 and Rhode Island at 16.  You read the full list here.
HOMICIDE: Cause Of Death Revealed For Massachusetts Woman Found Dead In Vermont HOMICIDE: Cause Of Death Revealed For Massachusetts Woman Found Dead In Vermont
Homicide: Cause Of Death Revealed For Massachusetts Woman Found Dead In Vermont The death of a previously missing woman from Massachusetts, whose body was found in Vermont, has been ruled a homicide, authorities said. Mary Anderson, age 23, of Harvard, Mass., died from a gunshot wound to the head, according to Vermont State Police.  Anderson was originally reported missing when she did not return home from visiting friends in Hudson, N.H., on Sunday, July 17. Anderson's body was later found in the same vehicle she was last seen driving in Brattleboro, Vt. After her body was found, authorities identified Anderson's former boyfriend, Matthew Davis, as a p…
Missing NY Teen Believed To Be In Region Missing NY Teen Believed To Be In Region
Missing NY Teen Believed To Be In Region A 15-year-old girl reported missing out of New York is possibly in Maryland, authorities said. Sky Stevens, who lives in the Albany area, was last seen Sunday, July 10, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Stevens is believed to be with an adult male and traveling in a blue 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee with a temporary Vermont license plate W114654, the organization said. The vehicle may have a sticker on its rear that reads, “Victory Auto Rutland Vermont.” Officials believe the pair are in Anne Arundel County. Stevens is described as white with blonde h…
Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Capital District Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Capital District
Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Capital District Authorities have issued an alert for a 15-year-old girl reported missing out of the Capital District. Rensselaer County resident Sky Stevens, of Hoosick Falls, was last seen Sunday, July 10, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Stevens is believed to be with an adult male and traveling in a blue 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee with temporary Vermont license plates W114654, the organization said. The vehicle may have a sticker on its rear that reads, “Victory Auto Rutland Vermont.” Officials believe the pair may be in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Stevens is des…
Level 3 Massachusetts Sex Offender Admits To Extorting Child For Explicit Photos Level 3 Massachusetts Sex Offender Admits To Extorting Child For Explicit Photos
Level 3 Massachusetts Sex Offender Admits To Extorting Child For Explicit Photos A Level 3 Registered Sex Offender from Lowell pleaded guilty to receiving child pornography from a minor over Snapchat, the US Attorney's Office for Massachusetts reports.  Chayanne Nieves, age 24, forced an 11-year-old from Vermont to send him naked pictures of himself from around November 30, 2020 to December 3, 2020, the office reports.  Nieves has been in custody since he was arrested and charged with receiving child pornography in August 2021, the office reports. Based on his criminal history,  Nieves could face up to 40 years in prison and a lifetime of …
Recall Issued For Dog Food Brand Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination Recall Issued For Dog Food Brand Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
Recall Issued For Dog Food Brand Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination A company has recalled bags of a dog food product due to a possible contamination with Salmonella. Freshpet Inc. announced on Friday, June 17, that it has recalled a single lot of Freshpet Select Fresh From the Kitchen Home Cooked Chicken Recipe sold in 4.5-pound bags. The products have a sell by date of 10/29/22 and a UPC Code of 627975011673, according to the announcement.  The company said dogs with Salmonella infections can experience vomiting, fever, diarrhea or bloody dirrhea, and lethargy. Freshpet Inc. said it hasn't received any reports of illness linked to the rec…
Average Price For Gas Drops Slightly: Here's Latest Breakdown By County In Massachusetts Average Price For Gas Drops Slightly: Here's Latest Breakdown By County In Massachusetts
Average Price For Gas Drops Slightly: Here's Latest Breakdown By County In Massachusetts Drivers got a slight break on gas prices over the weekend.  After the average price per gallon nationally had been $5 or more for the previous seven days for the first time on record, the average price on Monday, June 20 is $4.98, down three cents from last week. A year ago at this time, the price was around $3.07 per gallon. Here's a breakdown of average prices by state in the region: Massachusetts, $5.00 Connecticut, $4.94 New York, $5.08 New Jersey, $4.99 Pennsylvania, $5.03 Rhode Island, $4.97 New Hampshire, $4.95 Vermont, $5.00 Maine, $5.07 For a breakdown of prices in Mas…