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(ONSET, MA) The Onset-Wareham Fireworks Facebook page has revealed that the upcoming Onset Harvest Moon Festival has been postponed. The festival, originally scheduled for Saturday, September 23rd, is one of several local events affected by the rainy September we’ve had thus far.

Have you ever been in Rhode Island and felt like something is following you? Maybe a strange presence you couldn't explain? Well, there are some spooky stories and legends from Rhode Island that might give you a thrill!

During the investigation, law enforcement confiscated over 16 pounds of methamphetamine and a quantity of fentanyl pills weighing more than 700 grams. Court records indicate that an inquiry was initiated around April 2022 into a drug trafficking group (DTO) overseen by Denise Guyette. Nathan Boddie collaborated with Gerardo Garza and, purportedly, Guyette and others to transport different controlled substances – like methamphetamine, fentanyl pills, and cocaine – in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and other locations. Additionally, it is alleged that the DTO regularly employed mail services to transport drugs from Arizona to Massachusetts by concealing them within packages containing children's items such as toy trucks, Halloween decorations, and Disney merchandise. From May to October 2022 alone, law enforcement confiscated seven packages totaling over 900 grams of methamphetamine along with numerous counterfeit fentanyl pills. The seized packages also included suspected Dimethyltryptamine - an extremely potent psychedelic substance. Notably among these intercepted parcels was one intended for Boddie which contained more than 200 grams of pure methamphetamine.

Patriots Fan's Death After Altercation Raises Questions and Prompts Investigation. *FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts* - The death of a 53-year-old New Hampshire man, Dale Mooney, following an altercation at a New England Patriots game has raised concerns and sparked an ongoing investigation, as authorities process the circumstances surrounding his tragic demise.

With two locations opening soon in New England (Canton, MA and Cranston, RI), Top Golf is an outdoor driving range experience unlike anything else. Here are a few things you should know about Top Golf before it opens:

Lebanon, NH –Suicide is the second-leading cause of death for Americans ages 15 to 24, and nearly 20 percent of high school students report serious thoughts of suicide, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. That number is even higher among LGBTQIA+ young people, as nearly 47 percent of whom report having had suicidal thoughts, according to a 2019 Youth Risk Behavior Survey. September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness for a tragically common, yet entirely preventable, cause of death—especially amongst young people.

Miss Lizzie’s Coffee Shop has just opened next to the famous Lizzie Borden House hotel. The Lizzie Borden House hotel is famous for ghost tours and scary stays, and has featured on paranormal shows and podcasts. Apparently the owner of the hotel doesn’t like the coffee shop’s intrusion on the name, and has asked Miss Lizzie’s to change their name, with a threat of a cease-and-desist order.

When it comes to managing your health, medication plays a crucial role. Whether you're taking prescription drugs for a chronic condition or over-the-counter medications to alleviate a temporary ailment, it's essential to be aware of potential drug interactions. Understanding these interactions and how to avoid them can help you ensure the safety and effectiveness of your treatment regimen.Visit the pharmacy in Newport for all your medication and health-related needs.

In a shocking turn of events, a New England Patriots fan lost his life during a home game against the Miami Dolphins at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Dale Mooney, a 53-year-old lifelong Patriots fan and season ticket holder of 30 years, tragically passed away during the game under mysterious circumstances.

In some cases, dogs are innocent thieves! However, a police department therapy dog is the last one I would see capable of doing that. But this pup in Franklin, Massachusetts, chose to show me I’m wrong.

In federal court in Boston today, a man from Fall River received his sentencing for committing robberies at four different banks in Massachusetts over a span of five days, along with an attempted robbery at a fifth bank. William Sequeira, 60 years old, was sentenced by Judge Patti B. Saris of the U.S. District Court to serve 54 months in prison and three years under supervised release. On June 22, 2023, Sequeira pleaded guilty to four charges of bank robbery and one charge of attempting to rob a bank.

(Sept. 18, 2023) One week after playing a marathon five-set match, the volleyball team dominated Bridgewater-Raynham in Monday’s rematch with a 3-0 sweep. The Whalers struggled to close out the Trojans in the third set and trailed 24-23, but Chloe Marrero earned her team-high 18th kill to tie the game and Rihanna Cranston finished it off with her team-high fourth ace to secure the win.

(BRIDGEWATER, MA) Get ready for a day of fun, food, and festivities at the 34th annual Bridgewater AutumnFest! This annual event, which is presented by the Bridgewater Business Association, not only provides the community with an entire day of family-friendly fun, but it also goes on to provide aid to those in our community who need help.

(BOURNE, MA) The Bourne Historical Society has announced the return of Wampanoag Day at Aptucxet, an annual event that honors indigenous identity and culture. This highly anticipated celebration promises to be a day filled with traditional Wampanoag arts, live performances, and culture. According to a flyer shared by Wampanoag Nation on Facebook, some of the activities at Wampanoag Day 2023 will include a performance by Native Musical Artist Michelle St. John at 12 pm and a performance by Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers at 2 pm, in addition to:

Portsmouth, Rhode Island - In the early hours of Sunday morning, emergency crews swiftly responded to a car crash near 3300 East Main Road in Portsmouth. The incident, which occurred at approximately 3 a.m., involved a vehicle colliding with a utility pole. The impact was reportedly heard by residents living up to two miles away from the crash site.

(ATTLEBORO, MASSACHUSETTS) One of the most exciting things about the return of Fall is the abundance of fun-filled harvest festivals that crop up with it. One such event is right around the corner, set to take place on the actual first day of Autumn, September 23rd. The Friends of Attleboro Animal Shelter invite you and the whole family to join them for their 19th Annual Harvest festival!

Brockton, MA — After an intense search, Massachusetts State Police apprehended Derek Lobo, 31, the fugitive wanted for dragging a trooper during a traffic stop in Brockton. The initial incident occurred shortly before 6:00 PM on Montello Street yesterday, when Lobo was stopped for motor vehicle violations.

( Sept. 14, 2023 ) The University of Massachusetts- Dartmouth’s graduate program in ceramics residency will utilize the Nantucket Island School of Design and the Arts Seaview Farm campus off Wauwinet Road while its new mainland ceramics facility is under construction.

Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan (D) finds himself under scrutiny as he responds to an incident that occurred in August, where he was witnessed losing his composure during an encounter with a woman and her children who were soliciting funds from passing motorists.

When people think of tornados, they tend to assume that it's a phenomenon that typically hits the Midwest or Tornado Alley. States like Rhode Island are far from the norm in terms of location.