Bailey Allen

Boston, California

Metro Correspondent at The Boston Globe

Web Journalist at WHDH-TV (Boston, MA)

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Motorcycle crashes on highway in Plymouth

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

PLYMOUTH, MASS. (WHDH) - A motorcyclist was hospitalized after a crash on a Plymouth highway Thursday afternoon, police said. At around 1:45 p.m., troopers responded to the crash on the ramp from Route 44 East to Route 3 North, according to the Massachusetts State Police. The woman on the motorcycle was seriously injured, officials said. She was taken to a local hospital in critical condition. This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.
Going for a dip? Check the list of 12 beaches in Mass. closed due to bacteria

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

BOSTON (WHDH) - While the temperature soared into the 90s, a dozen beaches in Massachusetts were closed Thursday due to bacteria concerns. State health officials said beach-goers should avoid swimming at the closed beaches in order to prevent illness. Constitution Beach near the Orient Heights MBTA stop in East Boston was just one of the shuttered shores listed on the state’s website. Ashby – Damon Pond BeachBoston – Constitution BeachMarlboro – Richard P.
Cambridge celebrates Juneteenth with live music, parade

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

CAMBRIDGE, MASS. (WHDH) - Many gathered in Cambridge Thursday to celebrate the federal holiday of Juneteenth, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. The holiday was officially designated by former President Joe Biden in 2021. Cambridge celebrated with live music and a parade through the city. Those enjoying the event spoke about what the holiday means to them.
Motorcyclist hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after crash with another vehicle in Attleboro

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

ATTLEBORO, MASS. (WHDH) - A motorcyclist was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries Thursday after a crash with another vehicle in Attleboro, officials said. At around 9:51 a.m., emergency crews responded to I-95 South, near the Rhode Island border, for a crash involving a motorcycle and a motor vehicle, according to the Attleboro Fire Department. First responders took the motorcyclist to a nearby trauma center with life-threatening injuries, fire officials said.
Road reopened after tractor-trailer towing boat in Yarmouth became stuck

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

YARMOUTH, MASS. (WHDH) - Route 28 in Yarmouth was closed for a period of time Wednesday due to a tractor-trailer blocking the roadway, police said. A tractor-trailer towing a boat became stuck at the intersection of Route 28 and Camp Street, according to the Yarmouth Police Department. All traffic in the area was diverted. A heavy-duty tow truck cleared the roadway. By 1:10 p.m., the scene was cleared, police said.
Man arrested in connection with robbery at Somerset gas station

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

SOMERSET, MASS. (WHDH) - A man was arrested in connection with a robbery at a Somerset gas station Tuesday afternoon, police said. James P. Spader, 58, of Kingston, R.I., was charged with unarmed robbery and larceny from a building and arraigned Wednesday in Fall River District Court, according to the Somerset Police Department. At around 4:06 p.m. Tuesday, officers responded to a report of an unarmed robbery at the SAV-ON gas station at 1693 G.A.R. Highway, police said.
Crews hoist stolen car out of woods after crash in Reading

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

READING, MASS. (WHDH) - Crews hoisted a stolen car out of the woods in Reading Tuesday, fire officials said. Just before 10 a.m., firefighters responded to Route 93 North for a car that crashed into the woods, according to the Reading Fire Department. The car was found without a driver and authorities determined it was a stolen vehicle, firefighters said. A crane was brought in to remove the car out of the trees. (Copyright (c) 2024 Sunbeam Television. All Rights Reserved.
Jurors in Karen Read murder retrial begin another day of deliberations

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

DEDHAM, MASS. (WHDH) - Jurors in the Karen Read murder retrial began another day of deliberations Tuesday morning. Read arrived at Norfolk District Court in Dedham, as large crowds of her supporters gathered outside. On Monday, Judge Beverly Cannone denied a defense motion to revise the verdict slips. Read’s team pushed for more checkboxes, hoping to avoid the confusion they say happened in the first trial.
Boston-area Hillel working to get New England college students out of Israel amid conflict with Iran

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

BOSTON (WHDH) - As Israel has shut down its major international airport and closed airspace as the conflict with Iran continues, a Boston Jewish organization is working to get American students out of the country. Leaders at Hillel Council of New England said they are trying to facilitate flights for 64 Boston-area college students out of Israel who were part of a summer internship program. “We cannot operate safely right now and be able to provide a quality program.
‘Not a mean bone in her body’: Former Brookline Select Board member attended Harvard with slain Minnesota state rep.

1 week ago | whdh.com | Bailey Allen

CAMBRIDGE, MASS. (WHDH) - A former Brookline Select Board member who took classes with the Minnesota state representative who was shot and killed Saturday said she was shocked to hear about the incident. Miriam Aschkenasy attended a Harvard University program with Rep. Melissa Hortman. “Not a mean bone in her body. Very thoughtful, smart. She was about getting the job done,” Aschkenasy said. “She never forgot who or what she was doing and why.