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Framingham Police Recover Illegal Gun After Domestic Dispute

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

FRAMINGHAM, MA — A third illegal gun in just over a week was recovered by Framingham police, officials said. Around 10 p.m. on Tuesday, police responded to the area of Concord Street and Union Avenue after receiving reports of a fight between two parties. When they arrived, officials interviewed the man and women involved in the fight and eventually developled what they said was probable cause to arrest Daniel Feeney, 32.
As Martha's Vineyard Celebrates 50 Years Of 'Jaws,' Local Favorites Roll Out Food Specials

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

MARTHA'S VINEYARD, MA — "Jaws" has an outsized place in New England's cultural history, and, now that the movie is celebrating 50 years, one local community is set to celebrate alongside the film in a big way. Martha's Vineyard transformed into Amity for the filming of the movie, and locals will help the Vineyard transform back into the fictional community this month. The film will be screening at multiple locations across Cape Cod and the Islands this month.
Landmark Food Brand Opens New MA Headquarters: Food Week

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

MASSACHUSETTS — Welcome to Patch's weekly round up of food and restaurant news in Massachusetts, where we review openings, closings and more in the state's dining scene. Welch's, the landmark food brand that long called Concord home, has completed its move to Waltham. A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on June 17 to celebrate the occasion, featuring remarks from Bynum, Waltham Mayor Jeanette McCarthy and a handful of other local officials.
Country Music Stars Play Gillette Stadium + Mumford & Sons And 12 MA Events This Weekend

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

MASSACHUSETTS — It isn't so much a question of what there is to do in the Boston area and beyond, but rather, what should locals do? Welcome to Patch's latest weekly roundup of highlight-worthy events across the city and surrounding areas. We've compiled them into one, easy-to-follow list, for your weekend planning. This weekend, two major country music superstars team up for one show at Gillette Stadium.
1 Charged After Cape Cod Stabbing

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

FALMOUTH, MA — The victim of a Cape Cod stabbing suffered "significant" wounds but survived and is in stable condition, police said. On Wednesday, around 8 p.m., the Falmouth Police Department responded to a report of a stabbing on Rose Morin Lane in Falmouth. Upon arrival, officers encountered an "active disturbance" and received multiple conflicting accounts regarding the incident, officials said. Officers were soon advised that the victim may have fled into a wooded area nearby.
Falmouth Juneteenth 2025: Events, Closures And What To Know

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

FALMOUTH, MA — Juneteenth observances in Falmouth include a celebration with music, food and live entertainment, officials said. The event is scheduled for Thursday from 1 to 5 p.m. at Saint Barnabus Church, 91 Main St. The Thursday, June 19, federal holiday commemorates the day in 1865 when word finally reached the last enslaved people in Texas that the Civil War had ended, and they were free.
MA Man Pleads Guilty In 2024 Armed Cannabis Cash Courier Robbery

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

BRIDGEWATER, MA — A Bridgewater man recently pled guilty in federal court in Boston to his role in the armed robbery of a cash courier working for licensed cannabis companies, outside of a bank in Swansea, Mass. last year. The defendant and, allegedly, others zip-tied and pepper-sprayed the victim before burning the stolen getaway vehicle.
MA Donut Shop Joins June "Jaws" Celebration

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

MARTHA'S VINEYARD, MA — New England loves a donut just about as much as it loves "Jaws." With that knowledge, it makes perfect sense that Martha's Vineyard donut shop Back Door Donuts is joining in on the celebration for the 50th anniversary of "Jaws."Back Door Donuts will have a specialty Jaws donut for $3.50, and pair the treats with themed hats available for purchase throughout June, while supplies last.
Natick Resident Named Greater Boston Food Bank's Volunteer Of The Year

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

BOSTON, MA — A Natick local has been recognized for his major contribution to The Greater Boston Food Bank. On June 12, the GBFB, the largest hunger-relief organization in New England, honored the individuals and organizations that demonstrated extraordinary leadership in supporting GBFB’s hunger-relief efforts throughout 2024 at its new GBFB Awards event, held at GBFB’s Yawkey Distribution Center in Boston.
Cape Cod Officials Continue Search For Man Last Seen On Local Beach

1 week ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

HARWICH, MA — The search for a man last seen on a Cape Cod beach on Monday continued on Tuesday morning, officials said. In what was the second day of searching for a man said to be in his 30s or 40s who was last seen on a jetty at Red River Beach, fire officials in Harwich flew a drone along the shoreline to Allen's Harbor but found nothing. On Monday night, Harwich Police and Fire departments said they were on the scene at the beach looking for a person who "may" have been in the water.

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Solangi Sosa

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Solangi Sosa primarily covers news in the Greater Boston area including Cambridge, Somerville, and surrounding regions in Massachusetts, United States.