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Quadruple Murder: Mass. Man GUILTY Of Vicious Slaying Of Cousin's Wife, 3 Young Children Quadruple Murder: Mass. Man GUILTY Of Vicious Slaying Of Cousin's Wife, 3 Young Children
Quadruple Murder: Mass. Man Guilty Of Vicious Slaying Of Cousin's Wife, 3 Young Children A jury convicted a Massachusetts man of the brutal quadruple murder of his cousin's wife and her three young children at their Worcester County home, prosecutors said. Matthew Locke, 38, formerly of Ware, was found guilty of four counts of first-degree murder in the slayings of Sara Bermudez, 38, Madison Bermudez, 8, James Bermudez, 6, and Michael Bermudez, 2, the Worcester County District Attorney's Office said. Locke, a cousin of Moses Bermudez, committed the March 1, 2018, murders while Moses was out of town in California, authorities said.  The trial lasted four weeks and included…
ID Released For Driver Killed After Deliberate Crash Into Health Center In New England ID Released For Driver Killed After Deliberate Crash Into Health Center In New England
ID Released For Driver Killed After Deliberate Crash Into Health Center In New England The identity of a Massachusetts man who allegedly deliberately crashed into the front of a psychiatric hospital has been released by officials. Related: Driver Dies After Deliberate Crash Into Devens Health Center The incident occurred in Worcester County around 5:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 10, at 85 Patton Road in Devens. On Thursday, April 12, Lindsay Corcoran of the Worcester County District Attorney's Office identified John M. Ahern Jr., age 62, of West Boylston, as the person who crashed into the front of the building at 85 Patton Road in Devens.  The truck was on fir…
Driver Killed After Deliberate Crash Into Health Center In New England Driver Killed After Deliberate Crash Into Health Center In New England
Driver Killed After Deliberate Crash Into Health Center In New England Massachusetts State Police are investigating after a person was killed after allegedly deliberately crashing a truck into the front of a mental healthcare center. Click here for a new, updated story: ID Released For Driver Killed After Deliberate Crash Into Health Center In Mass The incident occurred in Worcester County around 5:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 10, at 85 Patton Road in Devens. According to Lindsay Corcoran of the Worcester County District Attorney's Office, a truck was found to have crashed into the front of the building at 85 Patton Road in Devens. The truck was on fire, …
Alleged Fugitive Discovered In CT After Unrelated 911 Call: Police Alleged Fugitive Discovered In CT After Unrelated 911 Call: Police
Alleged Fugitive Discovered In CT After Unrelated 911 Call: Police A man accused of domestic violence and strangulation in Massachusetts was caught in Connecticut when the cops were called on him for a different reason. The Tolland County incident occurred in the town of Stafford on Friday, April 5, according to Connecticut State Police. On that day, a School Street resident called the authorities on 30-year-old Marcus Lopez to report that he was unwelcome at the home. While police were investigating Lopez, who hails from Stafford, they discovered he had a felony arrest warrant in his name in connection to an alleged domestic assault and strangulation…
100-Year-Old New England Home Features Original Finishes: See Inside 100-Year-Old New England Home Features Original Finishes: See Inside
100-Year-Old New England Home Features Original Finishes: See Inside A mansion that just hit the market features a beautiful, million-dollar renovation, yet still retains original finishes and millwork. The Worcester County home, located at 57 North Street in Grafton, was put up for sale at the beginning of February 2024 with a price tag of a cool $2 million. With seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms spread across four full floors, the 6,229-square-foot colonial revival home combines modern and classic tastes. Sitting on six acres and protected by stone walls, the 1920s house was given a $1.5 million update, though the listing says it retains “beautifully …
Funeral Set For 'Beloved' CT Teacher Killed In Wrong-Way Wreck Funeral Set For 'Beloved' CT Teacher Killed In Wrong-Way Wreck
Funeral Set For 'Beloved' CT Teacher Killed In Wrong-Way Wreck The superintendent of the school district where a 35-year-old woman who worked has canceled classes on Friday, Dec. 8, so students and staff can attend her funeral.  Connecticut resident Kayla Morey, age 35, of Dayville in Windham County, died Saturday Dec. 2 in Massachusetts when she was involved in a head-on collision in Worcester County.  Related: 'Gifted, Talented' Teacher Killed In Wrong-Way Crash In Webster Police said Jordan Pimentel, age 31, got onto I-395 in Webster, driving north in the southbound lane, and crashed into Morey just after 10:15 p.m. They both di…
'Gifted, Talented' Teacher In CT Killed In Double-Fatal Wrong-Way Crash 'Gifted, Talented' Teacher In CT Killed In Double-Fatal Wrong-Way Crash
'Gifted, Talented' Teacher In CT Killed In Double-Fatal Wrong-Way Crash Two people were killed in a violent head-on collision when a wrong-way driver crashed into oncoming traffic in Massachusetts on I-395, authorities said.  A GMC Sierra truck got onto the highway driving north in the southbound lane in Worcester County just after 10:15 p.m. in the town of Webster and slammed into a Honda CRV in the left lane, Massachusetts State Police said.  Related: Funeral Set For 'Beloved' Teacher, Worcester Native Killed In Webster Wrong-Way Wreck Jordan Pimentel, age 31, of Auburn, who was behind the wheel of the truck, died at the scene, police said.&…
Magician Who Performed Across New England Admits To Smuggling Child Porn Into US: Feds Magician Who Performed Across New England Admits To Smuggling Child Porn Into US: Feds
Magician Who Performed Across New England Admits To Smuggling Child Porn Into US: Feds A Massachusetts man who performed as a children's magician for two decades across New England admitted to having child sexual abuse material and traveling to another country to rape a child, federal authorities said.  Worcester County resident Scott Jameson, age 46, of Sutton, faces decades in prison after he pleaded guilty in federal court to illicit sexual conduct in a foreign place and one count of transportation of child pornography, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said.  Action Pour Les Enfants, a Cambodian child-protection group, contacted US federal investigators in Febr…
Rite Aid Will Close Bethel Store After Filing For Bankruptcy Rite Aid Will Close Bethel Store After Filing For Bankruptcy
Rite Aid Will Close Bethel Store After Filing For Bankruptcy Rite Aid, the pharmacy giant that filed for bankruptcy on Sunday, Oct. 15, plans to close 154 underperforming stores nationwide, according to a new filing. Some of those closures will be in Massachusetts and Connecticut.  Related: Why Is Rite Aid Filing For Bankruptcy? Rite Aid announced earlier this week that declining sales and rising debt forced the company's hand in filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The chain has more than 2,100 stores nationwide, and reducing rent costs will play a large part in bringing its balance sheet back into the black.  The only store in Massachusetts…
New Update:  2 Missing Boys Who Drove Away From Mass Home In SUV, Spotted In CT, Found Safe New Update:  2 Missing Boys Who Drove Away From Mass Home In SUV, Spotted In CT, Found Safe
New Update: 2 Missing Boys Who Drove Away From Mass Home In SUV, Spotted In CT, Found Safe New update: Police announced Wednesday morning, June 28, that two 12-year-old Massachusetts boys who drove away from home in an SUV have been found safe in New York.  Authorities did not release any further information, including where they were found in New York.  Amari Siders and Zyaire Siders were last seen on Monday, June 26, and in Worcester County were believed to be driving a white Toyota 4Runner Highlander with Massachusetts license plate 4AN622, Southbridge Police said.  Original report: Police in Worcester County are asking for the public's help to find two missi…
Mug Shot Of Accused Airline Saboteur From Central Mass Released Mug Shot Of Accused Airline Saboteur From Central Mass Released
Mug Shot Of Accused Airline Saboteur From Central Mass Released Massachusetts State Police released the mugshot of the Worcester County man who attempted to open the door on a plane from Los Angeles to Boston mid-flight and tried to stab a flight attendant with a spoon on Sunday, March 5.  Francisco Severo Torres, 33, of Leominster, had to be subdued by fellow passengers aboard the United Airlines flight 2609 for 45 minutes after he lunged at a member of the flight crew, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said.  Related: Terror After Takeoff: Leominster Man Tried To Open Plane Door Earlier in the flight, members of the crew noticed that the cabin door …
CT Man Admits To Failing To Report Nearly $1M In Income CT Man Admits To Failing To Report Nearly $1M In Income
CT Man Admits To Failing To Report Nearly $1M In Income A business owner from Connecticut has admitted he failed to report more than $900,000 in income on his personal federal tax returns. Windham County resident Mariusz Kalinowski, age 47, of Woodstock, pleaded guilty on Tuesday, Nov. 29, to one count of filing a false tax return, according to Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States attorney for the District of Connecticut. Kalinowski is the owner and operator of Kalinowski General Construction, Inc., which is based in the Worcester County town of Webster, Massachusetts, and provides construction services in Connecticut and Massachusetts…
K9 Chases Down Driver Who Fled Scene Of CT Crash, Police Say K9 Chases Down Driver Who Fled Scene Of CT Crash, Police Say
K9 Chases Down Driver Who Fled Scene Of CT Crash, Police Say A man who fled the scene of a one-vehicle crash was nabbed by K9 officer Drago after a three-mile chase. The incident took place in Tolland County on Wednesday, Oct. 5 in Stafford. According to Connecticut State Police,  troopers from Troop C responded to a report of a one-car motor vehicle collision in the area of Route 190 and Michelec Road.  As they were responding, witnesses reported that the vehicle's driver, identified as Worcester County resident Joseph Marengo, age 32, of, Southbridge, Massachusetts, had fled from the area on foot, allegedly leaving three passengers behin…
IDs Released For Three Teenagers Killed In New England Crash IDs Released For Three Teenagers Killed In New England Crash
IDs Released For Three Teenagers Killed In New England Crash This story has been updated. The three teenagers killed in a single-vehicle crash in Western Massachusetts have been identified by Massachusetts State Police and a GoFundMe organized in their honor. The crash happened just before 1 a.m. Sunday, June 26,  in the town of Brimfield in Hampden County, Massachusetts State Police said. Vencent “Vinnie” Ardizzoni, age 17, of Holland in Hampden County, Shane Douglas, age 18, of West Brookfield in Worcester County, and Dominic “Dom” Gardner, age 17, of Oxford in Worcester County, were all killed in the crash that occurred …
COVID-19: New England Woman Admits To Role In Pandemic Fraud Scheme COVID-19: New England Woman Admits To Role In Pandemic Fraud Scheme
Covid-19: New England Woman Admits To Role In Pandemic Fraud Scheme A Massachusetts woman admitted to stealing unemployment funds while she was a teenager during the COVID-19 pandemic. Worcester County resident Destinee Snay, age 20, of Leicester, pleaded guilty in federal court to conspiracy to commit wire fraud for securing cash earmarked for those in need with co-conspirator William Cordor. At the time of the scheme, Snay was 19 years old.  Earlier story - COVID-19: Massachusetts Woman, Man Charged For Pandemic Scheme Prosecutors said that between June 2020 and October 2020, Snay and Cordor schemed to file false and fraudulent claims for unemploym…
COVID-19: Comedian From New England Fills In As Guest Host After Jimmy Kimmel Tests Positive COVID-19: Comedian From New England Fills In As Guest Host After Jimmy Kimmel Tests Positive
Covid-19: Comedian From New England Fills In As Guest Host After Jimmy Kimmel Tests Positive Mike Birbiglia, a comedian from Massachusetts, is guest hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live after Kimmel tested positive for COVID-19. Kimmel announced on Monday, May 2, that he was feeling well after receiving his positive test, adding that he has been fully vaccinated and received a booster vaccine. Our daughter brought us covid (even though we specifically asked her not to) All feeling fine, I am double vaxxed and boosted but the show must not go on. Apologies to @TomCruise & @iliza and thanks to Mike Birbiglia @birbigs who'll be filling in for me starting tomorrow night — Jimmy Kimmel (@j…
Firefighter In New England Dies Suddenly At Age 38 Firefighter In New England Dies Suddenly At Age 38
Firefighter In New England Dies Suddenly At Age 38 A 38-year-old firefighter in Massachusetts has died suddenly. The Southborough Fire Department, located in Worcester County, made the announcement on Monday, May 2, that Lisa Marie Thompson has died. "On behalf of the members of the Southborough Fire Department, it with a heavy heart and much difficulty that we announce the Active Duty Death of Probationary Firefighter, Lisa Marie Thompson," the department said. "Firefighter Thompson was a full-time member of our department since November 15, 2021. In that short time, she demonstrated a sincere commitment to her fellow firefighters, the dep…
New England Man Accused Of Assaulting Officers During Jan. 6 Insurrection New England Man Accused Of Assaulting Officers During Jan. 6 Insurrection
New England Man Accused Of Assaulting Officers During Jan. 6 Insurrection A 60-year-old Massachusetts man is the latest to be charged for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, federal officials announced. Worcester County resident Vincent Gillespie, of Athol, was arrested on Friday, Feb. 18, and charged for allegedly assaulting law enforcement officers during the riot and breach at the Capitol. According to court documents from at least 4:11 p.m. to at least 4:25 p.m. on Jan. 6, Gillespie was among rioters in the Lower West Terrance of the Capitol who engaged in pushing, shoving, yelling, and fighting with law enforcement…
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals Throughout Region How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals Throughout Region
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals Throughout Region Snowfall totals from a potent quick-moving storm that swept through the region were wide-ranging. Here are some totals from the National Weather Service and other reports as of Monday morning, Jan. 17. If you don't see your hometown, leave the total by posting a comment below. New York New York City Central Park, 1.35 inches Nassau County Great Neck, 1.84 inches Levittown, 1.63 inches Seaford, 1.65 inches Syosset, 1.65 inches Wantagh, 1.59 inches  Suffolk County Amityville, 1.60 inches Huntington, 1.80 inches Miller Place, 1.76 inches Patchogue, 1.80 in…
Henri: Three Tornadoes Touch Down In Massachusetts Within Hours Henri: Three Tornadoes Touch Down In Massachusetts Within Hours
Henri: Three Tornadoes Touch Down In Massachusetts Within Hours The National Weather Service reported that three tornadoes touched down in Massachusetts within hours as now Tropical Depression Henri pushed through the region on an eastward path. All three were Enhanced Fujita (EF)-0 twisters (the weakest of the five levels on the Enhanced Fujita Scale), At about 11:40 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 23, an EF-0 tornado with estimated peak winds of 65 mph caused minor damage in the area of Marlborough, in Middlesex County, NWS reported.  The damage included trees down on cars and lofted debris. [Preliminary Damage Report] At approximately 11:40 this morning,…
Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect, With 60 MPH-Plus Wind Gusts Expected, Tornadoes Possible Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect, With 60 MPH-Plus Wind Gusts Expected, Tornadoes Possible
Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect, With 60 Mph-plus Wind Gusts Expected, Tornadoes Possible A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for a large portion of the Northeast. It's in effect until 11 p.m. Saturday, July 17. Damaging wind gusts in excess of 60 miles per hour are the main threat with any thunderstorm that becomes severe, the National Weather Service said in issuing the watch. Torrential downpours, frequent lightning, and flash flooding are all possible, along with quarter-size hail. A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect until Sunday morning, July 18. Earlier report: Severe Storms Expected With 70 MPH Wind Gusts, Drenching Downpours, Possible Tornadoes Fo…
Three Dead After I-84 Wrong-Way Crash Three Dead After I-84 Wrong-Way Crash
Three Dead After I-84 Wrong-Way Crash Click here for an updated story: IDs Released For Three People Killed In Fatal, Wrong-Way I-84 Crash Three people were killed when a vehicle traveling the wrong way on a busy stretch of Interstate 84 crashed into another vehicle, according to authorities. It happened Saturday, April 17 at around 6 p.m. in Central Massachusetts when one of the vehicles involved was traveling west in the eastbound lanes in Worcester County, near Exit 6B in Sturbridge, Massachusetts State Police said. Lifesaving efforts were immediately attempted by responding cruisers, however, the crash resulted in…
12-Year-Old, Mother Found Dead In Massachusetts Home 12-Year-Old, Mother Found Dead In Massachusetts Home
12-Year-Old, Mother Found Dead In Massachusetts Home A 12-year-old and her 49-year-old mother were found dead inside a home in Worcester County. The incident occurred on Ladyslipper Drive in Shrewsbury around 7:30 a.m. Friday, March 19. Autopsy results on the cause of the deaths are pending, Worcester County District Attorney Joseph Early Jr. said in a news conference. The surviving father and son are not considered suspects, authorities said. The identities of the two have not yet been released, pending notification of some family members outside the country, Early said. The incident is believed to be isolated and poses no threa…
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Throughout Region How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Throughout Region
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Throughout Region The massive Nor'easter tracked farther north than expected, but it sure made its presence felt throughout the region. Especially in upstate New York, where the highest snowfall totals were recorded. Litchfield, New York, a town of about 1,500 people located in Herkimer County, about 60 miles east of Syracuse, was walloped with 40 inches of accumulation, with 20 inches falling in a five-hour span overnight. Binghamton, New York, meanwhile, saw 34 inches of snowfall. Much of the New York City metropolitan area was spared from double-digit totals, with about 7 inches of reported at Central P…
Man Sentenced For Defrauding Connecticut Art Dealer Man Sentenced For Defrauding Connecticut Art Dealer
Man Sentenced For Defrauding Connecticut Art Dealer A 71-year-old Massachusetts man who attempted to pull a one-over on a respected Connecticut art dealer and appraiser has will avoid prison after he admitted to attempting to dupe him by falsely representing an alleged desk from the Civil War during a sale. Worcester County resident Harold Gordon, of Templeton, was sentenced to five years probation after pleading guilty last year to one count of wire fraud after he attempted to scam his victim out of nearly $65,000. In October 2012, Gordon began a transaction with a Connecticut art dealer in an attempt to induce him to purchase a secret…