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'True Monsters Exist': Philip Chism Admits To Vicious Attack On Social Worker 'True Monsters Exist': Philip Chism Admits To Vicious Attack On Social Worker
'True Monsters Exist': Philip Chism Admits To Vicious Attack On Social Worker A social worker who was attacked by a convicted rapist and murderer said she has lived in fear for nearly a decade since that beating. However, she refuses to let it define her life.  Philip Chism, 25, of Danvers, admitted on Friday, April 26, to attempted murder, assault with intent to murder, assault with a dangerous weapon (cinder block), and kidnapping, the Suffolk County District Attorney announced.  The attack happened in 2015 when Chism was on trial for the rape and murder of this Danvers High School algebra teacher Colleen Ritzer a year earlier, the prosecutor said. C…
'Sweet Soul': Mass Dad Of 2 Killed In Crash; Family Urges Drivers To 'Check Your Surroundings' 'Sweet Soul': Mass Dad Of 2 Killed In Crash; Family Urges Drivers To 'Check Your Surroundings'
'Sweet Soul': Mass Dad Of 2 Killed In Crash; Family Urges Drivers To 'Check Your Surroundings' A Massachusetts family is urging drivers to take better precautions after a father of two young children was killed in a car crash. Daniel Robichau, age 32, of Beverly, died Friday evening, April 19, following a two-vehicle wreck in Danvers, relatives confirmed on a GoFundMe campaign. According to police, Robichau was riding his motorcycle eastbound on Maple Street when a Honda sedan made a left turn from Poplar Street and struck him. He was later pronounced dead at Beverly Hospital. Danvers Police and Massachusetts State Police are investigating the crash. Meanwhile, social media tribut…
Peabody Man Seriously Injured After Crashing Into Tree In Danvers Peabody Man Seriously Injured After Crashing Into Tree In Danvers
Peabody Man Seriously Injured After Crashing Into Tree In Danvers A 34-year-old Peabody man was taken to a trauma center after crashing his SUV into a tree in Danvers.  The man, whose name was not released, went off the road about a half mile from the Route 62 exit of Route 1.  He was the only person in the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee.  Paramedics rushed him to Beverly Hospital and later to Lahey Hospital in Burlington.  A lane on Route 1 was closed for more than an hour as police cleaned, cleared, and investigated the crash.  It's unclear what caused the man to go off the road. 
Man Who Locked Himself Inside Danvers Home After Shooting Woman Several Times ID'd, Charged: DA Man Who Locked Himself Inside Danvers Home After Shooting Woman Several Times ID'd, Charged: DA
Man Who Locked Himself Inside Danvers Home After Shooting Woman Several Times ID'd, Charged: DA A 62-year-old man has been charged with attempting to kill a woman he shot multiple times on Monday, Feb. 5, before barricading himself inside a trailer in Danvers, authorities said.  Joseph M. Hurley, of Danvers, is charged with armed assault with intent to murder, three counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, and unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, the Essex County District Attorney said.  The ordeal began just after noon at a mobile home park at 98 Newbury Street when a woman called 911 to report she'd been shot multiple times and was hiding at a neighbor's home…
(UPDATE) Suspect Busted In Danvers Shooting At Trailer Park; Highway Remains Closed: Police (UPDATE) Suspect Busted In Danvers Shooting At Trailer Park; Highway Remains Closed: Police
(Update) Suspect Busted In Danvers Shooting At Trailer Park; Highway Remains Closed: Police Update: Police identified the shooter as 62-year-old John M. Hurley, of Danvers. Click here to read more about the shooting and standoff.  Original: A man who barricaded himself inside a trailer in Danvers following a shooting on Monday afternoon, Feb. 5, has been arrested, authorities announced.  The man, whose name has not been released, locked himself inside the trailer at 98 Newbury St. just after 1 p.m. and refused to come out, State Police tweeted. Authorities believed he was armed.  A woman was wounded in the shooting. Paramedics rushed her to an area hospit…
Three $650,000 Lottery Tickets Sold On Same Day Three $650,000 Lottery Tickets Sold On Same Day
Three $650,000 Lottery Tickets Sold On Same Day Three people across Massachusetts walked away $650,000 richer after purchasing winning lottery tickets.  The tickets were sold at:  Turnpike Liquors, 166 Boston Turnpike in Shrewsbury O'Brien's Liquor, 1911 Dorchester Ave in Dorchester Gulf Express, 160 Andover St in Danvers The winners played the "100X Cash" game in Shrewsbury, the "$4,000,000 Bonus Bucks" game in Danvers, and the "777" ticket in Danvers.  The names of the winners have not been released.  Each store will receive a bonus worth 10 percent of the amount won for selling the winning tickets.
Man Raped Woman At Knifepoint With Meat Cleaver In Danvers: Police Man Raped Woman At Knifepoint With Meat Cleaver In Danvers: Police
Man Raped Woman At Knifepoint With Meat Cleaver In Danvers: Police A woman in Danvers told police that a Lawrence man raped her while holding a butcher knife, authorities said.  Rene Montes, 55, of Lawrence, was arrested on Thursday morning, Dec. 21, in Methuen and charged with aggravated rape, aggravated kidnapping, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, State Police said.  The woman told troopers that she had been assaulted and raped in her Danvers home shortly before 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20. She said the man held her down against her will while holding a meat clever.  The woman was taken to a local hospital to be treated for h…
$2.4M Lottery Jackpot: Peabody Man Planning For Kid's Future With Winnings $2.4M Lottery Jackpot: Peabody Man Planning For Kid's Future With Winnings
$2.4M Lottery Jackpot: Peabody Man Planning For Kid's Future With Winnings A Peabody man said he has big plans for the windfall he won playing the Massachusetts State Lottery.  Ronald Kocur won $20,000 a month for 10 years as part of the "Decades of Dollars" $10 scratch-off game. That equals out to $2.4 million over the decade.  Kocur chose to take the lump sum of $1.56 million (before taxes) rather than the monthly stipends.  He told lottery officials that he wants to buy a new car with the cash and fund his child's college tuition.  Kocur bought the ticket at 5:30 a.m. while getting coffee at Gulf Express at 160 Andover Street in Danvers. T…
$1M Mass Lottery Winner Rides In Style To Claim His Fortune $1M Mass Lottery Winner Rides In Style To Claim His Fortune
$1M Mass Lottery Winner Rides In Style To Claim His Fortune An Essex County man who won $1 million in the Massachusetts Lottery showed up to collect his prize in a limousine.  Louis Michaud Jr., of Danvers, may have pulled up in a flashy ride, but his intentions for the money are humble. He plans to use some of the cash to pay off his sister's mortgage, lottery officials said. Michaud elected to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 before taxes instead of the annuity. He won the money playing the "300X" $30 scratch-off game.  He bought the ticket at Danvers Citgo, 100 High St. in Danvers. The store will receive a $10,000 bonus for s…
(Update) Boxford Man Charged With Drunk Driving Fatal Crash In Newbury: DA (Update) Boxford Man Charged With Drunk Driving Fatal Crash In Newbury: DA
(Update) Boxford Man Charged With Drunk Driving Fatal Crash In Newbury: DA An Essex County man with an outstanding warrant was arrested for driving drunk in a crash that led to a man's death, officials say.  James Turcotte, 63, of Danvers, died after his motorcycle and another motorcycle collided on Route 1 in Newbury on Thursday, July 13, according to the Newbury Police Department.  The crash was reported around 7:45 p.m., after which police responded and found Turcotte suffering from serious injuries, but alive.  Turcotte was taken to Anna Jacques Hospital in Newburyport where he eventually died.  The other involved motorcyclist, Scott Dam…
North Andover Gets Treated To New Location Of 'Best Cookies In Massachusetts' North Andover Gets Treated To New Location Of 'Best Cookies In Massachusetts'
North Andover Gets Treated To New Location Of 'Best Cookies In Massachusetts' What started as a beloved food truck is now a successful small chain with six locations, each serving up giant cookies that rival the size of the brand's positive reputation.  A true Boston business with a name to prove it, Cookie Monstah Bake Shop is bringing its signature cookies and giant ice cream sandwiches to North Andover via a new brick-and-mortar bake shop that opened on Tuesday, June 6, according to Cookie Monstah's Facebook page.  Created by Missy Gale, a Boston University graduate, mother of four and self-described "lifelong foodie," Cookie Monstah serves up a variety of fresh-…
Restaurant Heading To Somerville For Third Location Will Offer A Few Updates To Extensive Menu Restaurant Heading To Somerville For Third Location Will Offer A Few Updates To Extensive Menu
Restaurant Heading To Somerville For Third Location Will Offer A Few Updates To Extensive Menu A small restaurant chain is growing, bringing crave-worthy dishes to more Eastern Massachusetts diners.  Dumpling Garden currently serves up Chinese and Japanese cuisine from its Saugus and Danvers locations, but it may be spreading the dumpling joy to Somerville as soon as the end of June, the eatery told Daily Voice.  The new location's menu promises to be similar to the other locations, a Dumpling Garden representative told Daily Voice, but will have a few updates.  The Saugus location, on Essex Street, has an extensive list of options. With pages dedicated to both Japanese and Chinese…
Details Released About Active Shooter Report At St John's Prep In Danvers Details Released About Active Shooter Report At St John's Prep In Danvers
Details Released About Active Shooter Report At St John's Prep In Danvers Investigators have determined that a Danvers Police Officer who accidentally discharged their firearm was the reason behind an active shooter threat at a high school on the North Shore. Police responded to report of an individual with a long gun who was hiding in the bathroom of Benjamin Hall at St. John's Preparatory High School in Danvers shortly before 2 p.m. on Monday, May 22, according to town officials. Officers believed the individual intended to harm students.  As three officers entered the first-floor bathroom, one placed his finger on the trigger of his gun and that a second piec…
Active Shooter Report Forces Evacuation At St John's Preparatory In Danvers Active Shooter Report Forces Evacuation At St John's Preparatory In Danvers
Active Shooter Report Forces Evacuation At St John's Preparatory In Danvers Students were evacuated following a report of an active shooter at a private high school on the North Shore this week, according to authorities.  State and local police responded to a report of a person with a gun at St. John's Preparatory High School in Danvers shortly before 2 p.m. on Monday, May 22, Massachusetts State Police said.  At 1:49 PM several dozen Troopers and @DanversPolice responded to St. John’s Prep for report of a person with a gun at the school. Immediate entry made and no threats identified at this time. Teams doing secondary sweeps. We are aware of no injuries at th…
2 Dogs Die, 4 People Displaced In 4-Alarm Fire At Wakefield Pizza Shop, Apartment Building 2 Dogs Die, 4 People Displaced In 4-Alarm Fire At Wakefield Pizza Shop, Apartment Building
2 Dogs Die, 4 People Displaced In 4-Alarm Fire At Wakefield Pizza Shop, Apartment Building A four-alarm fire racked a building, closing businesses but narrowly avoiding spreading to neighboring structures, officials say.  A person spotted a fire at Charlie's On Main, a pizzeria located at 340 Main Street, from outside the building at approximately 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 14, according to the Wakefield Fire Department.  As soon as crews arrived at the scene they struck a second alarm, followed quickly by a third. A fourth alarm was struck almost an hour after the first, at approximately 4:50 p.m., when firefighters were forced to evacuate the building because of structural damage. …
'She Will Be Sorely Missed': Family Says Goodbye To Woman Killed In North Andover Crash 'She Will Be Sorely Missed': Family Says Goodbye To Woman Killed In North Andover Crash
'She Will Be Sorely Missed': Family Says Goodbye To Woman Killed In North Andover Crash Angela Desmond was not one to sit still. The 47-year-old loved taking drives around the North Shore in her Camaro, spending time with her niece and nephew, hitting the heavy bag at a boxing gym, or taking a yoga class.  But whatever she did, she gave her whole heart, her obituary said.  Desmond was killed on Sunday, May 6, while walking along Massachusetts Avenue in North Andover. A Honda Civic jumped the curb near Route 125 and crashed into her around 1:30 p.m. The driver remained on the scene and cooperated with police.  North Andover police are investigating the cause of the crash, but…
Mass Bicyclist Killed In VT Race Remembered For His 'Commitment To Others' Mass Bicyclist Killed In VT Race Remembered For His 'Commitment To Others'
Mass Bicyclist Killed In VT Race Remembered For His 'Commitment To Others' A Massachusetts bicyclist who died while competing in a race in Vermont last month was dedicated in several areas of his life, but perhaps his biggest passion was helping others.  Richard "Rick" Wanstall was committed to many things throughout his 54 years of life. The North Shore resident was a passionate athlete, veteran and leader in the workforce. Sadly, Wanstall's life ended while he was doing one of the things he loved the most: competing.  "In recent years, Rick found a passion for fitness as he participated in various triathlons and later moved onto Ironman Competitions," his obitu…
Andover Father Was Depressed When He Shot 12-Year-Old Son, Wife To Death: DA Andover Father Was Depressed When He Shot 12-Year-Old Son, Wife To Death: DA
Andover Father Was Depressed When He Shot 12-Year-Old Son, Wife To Death: DA A man who shot and killed his wife and son at their Merrimack Valley home earlier this month was struggling with his mental health, investigators determined.  Andrew Robinson was depressed and "seeking treatment for physical and mental health issues" when he shot and killed his wife Linda and son Sebastian at their Andover home on Thursday, Feb. 9, the Essex County District Attorney's Office reports.  Investigators also learned that Andrew was prescribed medication for his conditions. Police had never been called to the house before, the office continued. “Unfortunately, we …
'Well-Loved' Student Found Shot To Death With Parents Inside Andover Home 'Well-Loved' Student Found Shot To Death With Parents Inside Andover Home
'Well-Loved' Student Found Shot To Death With Parents Inside Andover Home Authorities are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after three family members were found shot to death at an Andover home this week.  Andover Police responded to a home at 48 Porter Road after receiving a call around 3:21 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9, Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker reports. Responding officers found three people inside the home who were all dead after being shot. They were later identified as a 12-year-old Sebastian Robinson, his 55-year-old Linda and 56-year-old father Andrew, who died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, Tucker reports. Therefo…
Surprises In Store For First 100 Shoppers At Grand Opening Of Danvers Aldi Surprises In Store For First 100 Shoppers At Grand Opening Of Danvers Aldi
Surprises In Store For First 100 Shoppers At Grand Opening Of Danvers Aldi Big savings and surprises are in store for North Shore residents as Aldi announced that a new location will open at the end of the month.  The new Aldi will unveil at the Liberty Tree Mall, located at 100 Independence Way in Danvers, at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 26, an Aldi spokesperson told Daily Voice.  The first 100 customers will get a reusable shopping bag and gift card at the grand opening, the spokesperson said. Shoppers can also enter to win a $500 Aldi gift card.  The entrance to the Liberty Tree Mall in DanversGoogle Maps Street View "The savings in Danvers are getting bigger,…
Former Teacher Who Robbed 6 Banks In Mass, NH Gets Nearly 5 Years In Prison: Feds Former Teacher Who Robbed 6 Banks In Mass, NH Gets Nearly 5 Years In Prison: Feds
Former Teacher Who Robbed 6 Banks In Mass, NH Gets Nearly 5 Years In Prison: Feds A judge sentenced a Manchester, NH, man who pleaded guilty to robbing banks in Massachusetts and New Hampshire to nearly five years in prison, authorities said.  Eric Mohan, 48, was accused of six bank robberies — including one Tewksbury bank twice — during a three-month spree that began in February, the US Attorney for New Hampshire said. He confessed to the crimes in September.  Mohan started the spree on February 11 when he robbed the Triangle Credit Union in Manchester, where he handed the teller a note and escaped with $2,000 in cash, the prosecutor said. He followed that up …
Mass Healthcare Professional Abused Power For Personal Financial Gains: AG Mass Healthcare Professional Abused Power For Personal Financial Gains: AG
Mass Healthcare Professional Abused Power For Personal Financial Gains: AG A healthcare professional and his accomplice are accused of collecting larges sums of money for providing fake services for a client that was not actually receiving care, officials said.   Donald Martel, 67, of Georgetown and Jessica Parisella, 42, of Danvers were both indicted for counts of medicaid false claims and larceny over $1,200 on Monday, Dec. 5, Attorney General Maura Healy reports.  The two allegedly submitted false timesheets and claims suggesting that Martel, a board certified behavior analyst and licensed mental health counselor, was providing services to Parise…
Driver Airlifted After Serious Rollover Crash On I-95 North In Danvers (UPDATE) Driver Airlifted After Serious Rollover Crash On I-95 North In Danvers (UPDATE)
Driver Airlifted After Serious Rollover Crash On I-95 North In Danvers (Update) A driver was airlifted to the hospital following a serious rollover crash on a major highway on the North Shore, reports said. The crash involving an happened just before Exit 62 on I-95 North in Danvers on the morning of Tuesday, Dec. 6, WBZ Traffic said on Twitter.  Medflight has taken off from the scene at 95 in #Danvers. Here's what's left behind at the scene of the crash. Police are working to reopen lanes @wbz pic.twitter.com/M8vFH2tlyK — Breana Pitts (@BrePWBZ) December 6, 2022 Traffic was closed in both directions as a Medflight helicopter landed to take the driver to the hospi…
22-Year-Old Faces Reckless Driving, Other Charges In Connection To Fatal Crash 22-Year-Old Faces Reckless Driving, Other Charges In Connection To Fatal Crash
22-Year-Old Faces Reckless Driving, Other Charges In Connection To Fatal Crash A 22-year-old from the region was arrested for reckless driving and other charges in connection to a fatal crash that killed a 58-year-old man. The crash took place in Litchfield County on Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, on Route 44, in the town of North Canaan. According to Connecticut State Police, a Volkswagen Jetta, operated by Essex County resident Carl Blair, age 58, of Danvers, Massachusetts, was traveling on Route 44, when his vehicle was hit by a Fed-Ex Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, driven by Hampden County resident Jarad Seery, age 22, of Holyoke, Massachusetts.  The cr…
Man Missing From Wakefield Group Home Found After Over 2 Weeks: Police Man Missing From Wakefield Group Home Found After Over 2 Weeks: Police
Man Missing From Wakefield Group Home Found After Over 2 Weeks: Police UPDATE: Wakefield Police said Colby Clerie has been found. Wakefield Police are trying to find a man who went missing from a Wakefield group home more than two weeks ago. Colby Clerie was last seen at the Malden train station around noon on Thursday, Nov. 10, according to WPD. While Clerie no longer lives in Wakefield and is homeless, he usually stays in touch with his team at the home, police added. Clerie recently stayed at a shelter in Boston and a motel in Danvers, police said. He also has medical issues and has not been taking his medication.  Clerie is described as a 36-year-old Bla…
2 Docked Boats Catch Fire At Portside Marine In Danvers 2 Docked Boats Catch Fire At Portside Marine In Danvers
2 Docked Boats Catch Fire At Portside Marine In Danvers Two boats are damaged after they caught fire at a marina on the North Shore the day before Thanksgiving.  The boats went aflame at Portside Marine in Danvers around 12:13 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23, according to Northeast Fire Alert's on Twitter. Boston Photojournalist Stanley Forman captured Danvers firefighters attacking the blaze from the water. Couple of boats burning in Danvers in dry dock. #boston ⁦@DanversFireDept⁩ pic.twitter.com/ac45inUNpA — Stanley Forman (@sjforman138) November 23, 2022 A nearby resident also saw crews responding and assured people that if their boat was doc…
Popular Entertainment Hall Breakaway In Danvers 'Saying Goodbye' At End Of Year Popular Entertainment Hall Breakaway In Danvers 'Saying Goodbye' At End Of Year
Popular Entertainment Hall Breakaway In Danvers 'Saying Goodbye' At End Of Year A popular entertainment hall on the North Shore will be "saying goodbye" by hosting its last ever gathering at the end of the year, its owner said.  Breakaway, located at 221 Newbury Street in Danvers, will be closing at the end of 2022, owner Joe Crowley said on Facebook.  The venue, which used to be under the name Village Green, has been open for six years as Breakaway, a source tells Daily Voice. Crowley said he spent those turning the business around.  "I’ve never done anything without giving 100% of myself to it. Breakaway required every bit of that plus some," he wrote. "It has been…
GoFundMe Roundup: These Boston-Area Businesses, Owners Need Your Help GoFundMe Roundup: These Boston-Area Businesses, Owners Need Your Help
GoFundMe Roundup: These Boston-Area Businesses, Owners Need Your Help This week's GoFundMe Roundup includes restaurants hoping to rebuild after a tragedy, long-established businesses looking to relocate, and hardworking owners in need of support. Here's how you can help.  Thai Place Hopes to Heal After Fire For Thai Place Restaurant (Allston): We've built a community and shared a love for Thai food for 11 years. Our restaurant and many were unfortunately affected by a 3-alarm fire. We are asking for help to raise money in hopes of re-building and welcoming back the community. This campaign has raised $2,965 of its $20,000 goal.  Click he…
Boston Neo-Nazi Group Founder Back In Court As DA's Civil Rights Team Ramps Up Prosecutions Boston Neo-Nazi Group Founder Back In Court As DA's Civil Rights Team Ramps Up Prosecutions
Boston Neo-Nazi Group Founder Back In Court As DA's Civil Rights Team Ramps Up Prosecutions The founder of a Boston-based Neo-Nazi group plans to serve as his own attorney in his trial for allegedly fighting outside of a Drag Queen Story Hour event earlier this summer, authorities said.  Chris Hood, 23, who started the National Social Club 131, returned to court on Monday, Sept. 19, for a pre-trial hearing, the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office said. Hood's group protested the event in Jamaica Plains on July 23, where they held signs that called the drag queens "pedo scum" and marched in the streets. Police said Hood got into a brawl with counter-protesters outside the Lor…
Revere Man Gets 5 Years For 2020 Attack On Danvers Indoor Sports Manager Revere Man Gets 5 Years For 2020 Attack On Danvers Indoor Sports Manager
Revere Man Gets 5 Years For 2020 Attack On Danvers Indoor Sports Manager A man from Revere was sentenced to five years in prison and three years probation for violently attacking the manager of a sports facility in Danvers two years ago.  Crismael Lithgow, age 23, pleaded guilty Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 14, to several charges for his role in attacking a manager at Danvers Indoor Sports on the night of September 30, 2020, the Essex County District Attorney's Office said.  The charges included two counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious bodi…
Anti-Semitic Signs Hung Over Route 1 In Saugus Likely Linked To Neo Nazi Group Anti-Semitic Signs Hung Over Route 1 In Saugus Likely Linked To Neo Nazi Group
Anti-Semitic Signs Hung Over Route 1 In Saugus Likely Linked To Neo Nazi Group EDITOR'S NOTE: This story contains images that feature hate language.  Drivers taking Route 1 in Saugus this weekend in were greeted with a hate-filled sign hanging from the Walnut Street overpass that blamed Jewish people for the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11 a day before the anniversary. Photos of the signs that quickly made the rounds on social media showed three masked men standing proudly behind the anti-semitic graffiti.  A similar sign appeared in Danvers on an overpass on Route 114 Sunday, the 21st anniversary of the attacks. No group has officially taken credit for the stunt, but w…