Crime Investigators believe James Lee used several business and related bank accounts to “launder the proceeds of the prostitution business,” court documents show. Federal prosecutors say a brothel ring based in Massachusetts and Virginia was operating out of several units at 90 Fawcett St. in Cambridge, among other locations. Nathan Klima for The Boston Globe … [Read more…]
Crime The mail carrier suffered from “significant injuries” and was robbed of his mail and a key used for USPS mailboxes. A mail carrier was attacked and robbed in Medford on Halloween. Authorities said they arrested five teens in the attack. Nati Harnik/Associated Press Five suspects — all teens and three of them juveniles — … [Read more…]
The Boston Globe Permits are down even as the region focuses on trying to build more to address a mounting housing crisis. Construction work at the former Edward J. Sullivan courthouse and jail in Cambridge on Oct. 31. Jonathan Wiggs/Globe Staff By Catherine Carlock, The Boston Globe updated on November 10, 2023 | 10:52 AM … [Read more…]
Local News Vincenzo Lirosi, 22, was found dead Dec. 5, 2021, partially submerged in a small body of water in the woods. By HOLLY RAMER, Associated Press updated on November 10, 2023 | 9:53 AM CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The mother of a University of New Hampshire student who died in an icy swamp two … [Read more…]
Crime A California dog owner accused 28-year-old Josephine Ragland of taking her German Shepherd for training and then returning a different German Shepherd. Josephine “Josie” Ragland, the Connecticut dog trainer who was charged in connection with a North Reading dog’s death, is now facing more charges in California, according to the Santa Clara County District … [Read more…]
Local News “We do not make this decision lightly but this action is necessary for the long term health and sustainability.” Andover Public Schools will be closed Friday after the teachers union voted to authorize an open-ended strike. The Andover Education Association said 95 percent of its membership voted in favor of starting an open-ended … [Read more…]
Local News “We have felt very good about what we’ve seen in the last several weeks.” Craig F. Walker/Boston Globe Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said Thursday that no arrests have been made under a new city ordinance that gives police the ability to clear tent encampments more quickly in the city since the legislation started … [Read more…]
Health Jackpocket allows you to participate in the Massachusetts Lottery from your phone and is meant to make playing the lottery more convenient. What the Jackpocket app looks like on an Android phone in Massachusetts. Susannah Sudborough/Boston.com If you’re a lottery fanatic, you’ll want to check out Jackpocket – a third-party courier app which some … [Read more…]
Local News Robert Marquis, 52, was allegedly shot by a man who was renting a room from him. A 52-year-old Vermont man is in critical condition after he was allegedly shot on Wednesday by his tenant, who then took his own life, according to state police. Vermont State Police said officers responded to a 911 … [Read more…]
Local News Adam Rodriguez, 33, was arrested Wednesday and is facing a RICO charge. Authorities announced Thursday that a suspected MS-13 gang member has been arrested and charged in connection with the killing of a man under a Chelsea bridge in December 2010. Adam Rodriguez, also known as “Pelon,” was arrested Wednesday and indicted on … [Read more…]