Police issue warning after 2 accused of scamming residents out of thousands in different parts of Massachusetts

A jury in Florida awarded $2.7 million to the family of a 9-year-old boy who died years after hitting his head on a metal cart in Walmart, in a verdict that was severely reduced after jurors found that the megastore was only partially at fault for the conditions that led to the boy’s death.

After five decades of memories, laughter, and shopping sprees, Brookwood Village Mall in Homewood, Alabama, has officially closed its doors, leaving longtime shoppers heartbroken. What was once a bustling hub for families, teens, and holiday traditions is now just a piece of local history as city officials consider plans to redevelop the site.

Sunday night we are getting reaction to President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to eliminate daylight saving time for good.

Walmart's CEO lifted the lid on what people in America might expect for store prices in 2025 – and it isn’t good news. Doug McMillon, CEO, stated the price of a family shop - which are at record highs after 4 years of inflation - won’t be coming down next year.

If released, Diddy would be living on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, his lawyers stated at a November 21 bail hearing, according to the New York Post. The judge will make a decision next week if Sean Combs is granted bail.

CALIFORNIA – Big Lots announced, December 19, that it is closing all 963 stores nationwide – including the 22 remaining stores in California after a deal with Nexus Capital Management to purchase the company fell through.

A doting mother sent her son a $2,000 laptop for school, and it never arrived. Months later, UPS is shrugging its shoulders. The post UPS driver ‘lost’ a college student’s $2,000 laptop, and then told the customer she was ‘making a big deal out of nothing’ appeared first on MotorBiscuit .

The opioid crisis has been a tragic period for communities around the nation, including in Pima County, which over the past three years has averaged about 500 overdose deaths a year.

The Denver City Council’s Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee on Wednesday will consider adding $500,000 to a contract with Denver Rescue Mission to manage chronically homeless clients. For whatever reason, these clients have lived outdoors for years and need “more nuanced” case management, according to a memo from city staff to the City Council.

Massachusetts—where history meets hipsters, and sports reign supreme. Whether you’re from Boston, the Cape, or the Berkshires, if you check off most of these signs, you’re undoubtedly a true Bay Stater. Let’s see how many of these sound like you!. Table of Contents. You’ve been asked,...

Denver’s largest needle exchange, Harm Reduction Action Center, advised in their newsletter this week that high doses of naloxone, the opioid antidote, can precipitate dangerous withdrawal systems.

Sandy Paws Rescue's motto is "Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them," and it's true. Perhaps even for you too? This foster-based animal rescue organization based in Massachusetts is searching for dog lovers with space in their homes and hearts to temporarily care for a furry friend. Sandy Paws Rescue explained to their community that they have new dogs arriving in Massachusetts on December 19th and December 23rd, and need foster homes for these dogs to go to until they find their forever families.

If finding a good rental home is challenging, finding a genuinely good landlord can feel nearly impossible. The word "landlord" often carries strong, negative associations—many landlords, unfortunately, justify the stereotype. Yet, there are a few who defy it, like one who recently caught the internet’s attention. Chris Robarge, from Worcester, Massachusetts, shared that he was surprised when an old landlord reached out, asking for his current address. He had already moved out, and everything seemed squared away, so the request felt odd. But then, days later, a letter arrived containing a $2,500 check. The landlord had attached a note explaining that he’d sold the property for a good profit and wanted to give back to the tenants who’d helped pay down the mortgage on it.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a young dog named Roscoe who is just starting his journey towards finding his forever family. The nonprofit, which is now caring for him, explains, "When Roscoe was just a puppy, he likely thought he’d hit the jackpot—a family, a home, a chance at love and safety. But instead he got years of neglect and pain. Two years later, Roscoe’s body tells the story his voice can’t."

A missing Connecticut swimmer’s body is found by U.S. Coast Guard after a days-long search by local and federal agencies. 🌐 #News #HartfordCT #Connecticut #MissingPerson. HARTFORD, CT – A search that gripped family and friends came to a heartbreaking conclusion on Friday after the body of a missing swimmer was recovered. Brandon Smith, a U.S. citizen from Connecticut in his sixties, had been reported missing after getting caught in worsening weather conditions. Authorities, using advanced search tactics, located his body about one nautical mile from shore. Smith had been living in Culebra, Puerto Rico, at the time of the incident.

The Denver City Council accepted a federal grant Monday to pay for foster care for unaccompanied migrant children in Denver. The $2.4 million grant will pay for care through Sept. 30, 2025, according to city spokesman Jon Ewing. "The grant funding received for the Unaccompanied Refugee Minor program is entirely federal, so federal dollars pay for the full $2.4 million," Ewing said. "Nothing is coming out of Denver’s budget and DHS isn’t paying the state. The grant pays us."

The political winds of change swept through the Golden State as Adam Schiff, former House Intelligence Committee Chair, was officially sworn in as California’s new U.S. Senator. This moment marks a symbolic and historic shift for the state as it grapples with a new era of federal leadership.

CALIFORNIA – VF Corporation (VF), owner of the popular workwear Dickies, announced November 21, that it was relocating the brand’s headquarters from Fort Worth, Texas to Costa Mesa.

The Tiny New Hampshire Town That Looms Large in US Elections. Located in Carroll County, Hart's Location is a picturesque community surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the White Mountain National Forest. Towering peaks, dense forests, and the meandering Saco River define the landscape, offering residents and visitors alike a tranquil escape into nature's embrace. Hiking, skiing, and simply soaking in the serene atmosphere are popular pastimes.

Police are still looking for whoever was involved in the death of a Jacksonville store owner who was hit and killed by shoplifters as she chased their getaway car in the parking lot.

SHENANDOAH – A collapsing eyesore in the heart of town is coming down, borough council... The post Downtown eyesore to be demolished after years of abandonment first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, has recently shared that an adorable four-year-old Pomeranian named Cheeto is still searching for his forever home. This fourteen-pound bundle of fluff may start off shy, but his personality truly shines once he feels comfortable in his surroundings, explains the nonprofit dog rescue.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently shared that Juney, an inspiring dog who has been through so much in his short life, is still waiting for his forever family to find him. Juney's story is one of remarkable resilience and the unwavering spirit of a dog who has overcome unimaginable hardship.

Evan Cutler, 25, of Queensbury, New York, was sentenced Dec. 20 to more than three years in prison for his role as a ringleader of a bank fraud conspiracy targeting the State Employees Federal Credit Union, NY (SEFCU), according to the U.S. Attorney's Office, Northern District of New York.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a young dog named Canelo who is searching for his forever family. Described as being an "energetic and cuddly puppy" this young dog has a happy spirit regardless of his rough start to life. "Canelo, his mom Luna Sunny and his siblings Cassy, Lawn, and Zorrillo were abandoned on the streets of Houston. A kind woman decided to foster them," explains Sandy Paws Rescue, who is currently trying to find Canelo a forever home up north in New England.

Tensions surrounding immigrations have been higher than ever before. With Trump running for president on a platform for mass deportation of illegal aliens, doubling down and tying them to dangerous behavior. Appointed "Border Czar" Tom Homan in an interview with 60 minutes said, "What price do you put on national security?", when asked his thoughts of mass deportation costing upwards of 88 billion dollars to deport one million individuals per year.

A Boone County school bus carrying students to Cooper High School crashed at the corner of Hanover Boulevard and Collier Lane this week. Two ‘heroic’ and quick-thinking students averted a bigger disaster.

Ohio State researchers found that 25% of respondents who used anti-obesity medication agreed they have wasted more food since beginning. “Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro, which also treat diabetes, may help users battling drug and alcohol abuse as well.” Credit: Marc Bruxelle/Dreamstime via TNS.

Adam Kinzinger confidently told CNN anchor Fredricka Whitfield on Sunday that people are sending themselves into fits over benign airplanes. The post Adam Kinzinger Confidently Tells CNN He’s Solved the NJ Drone Mystery: ‘They’re Literally All Airplanes!’ first appeared on Mediaite .

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a three-year-old dog named Dior who is searching for her forever home after her owner sadly gave her up. This 27-pound bundle of joy represents both the challenges faced by pet owners during difficult times and the unwavering spirit of rescue organizations.