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‘Madame Web’ Starring Dakota Johnson Filmed In Mass ‘Madame Web’ Starring Dakota Johnson Filmed In Mass
‘Madame Web’ Starring Dakota Johnson Filmed In Mass The upcoming ‘Madame Web’ movie, which swings into theaters on Valentine’s Day, filmed scenes in Boston and Worcester. Based on the Marvel comic book superhero of the same name, “Madame Web” stars Dakota Johnson as the title character and Sydney Sweeney as Julia Carpenter, also known as Spider-Woman. Related: ‘Movie Nominated For 5 Oscars Was Filmed In Boston The movie’s synopsis reads: “In a switch from the typical genre, ‘Madame Web’ tells the standalone origin story of one of Marvel publishing’s most enigmatic heroines. The suspense-driven thriller stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandr…

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by Khier Casino
Police & Fire
Man Fires Gun In Front Of Cops, Runs Over Officer's Foot To Get Away In Worcester: Police Man Fires Gun In Front Of Cops, Runs Over Officer's Foot To Get Away In Worcester: Police
Man Fires Gun In Front Of Cops, Runs Over Officer's Foot To Get Away In Worcester: Police Worcester police said a 29-year-old man drove over an officer's foot as he tried to drive away after firing multiple shots in the air in front of police on Monday, Oct. 2.  Juan Pablo Sanchez-Crespo, 29, of Worcester, faces a slew of charges following the early morning shooting near Badoux Lounge at 802 Main St., Worcester police said.  Police were near the area just after 2 a.m. when they saw Sanchez-Crespo pull a pistol out and fire multiple shots into the air, authorities said. One officer ran over to stop his car, but Sanchez-Crespo slammed on the gas in the white Ac…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
Suspected Drug Trafficker Busted With Crack In Central Mass Police Sting: Cops Suspected Drug Trafficker Busted With Crack In Central Mass Police Sting: Cops
Suspected Drug Trafficker Busted With Crack In Central Mass Police Sting: Cops A 36-year-old Worcester man was the target of a police sting that ended with his arrest after officers found large amounts of crack, drug-selling paraphernalia, and a gun in his apartment.  Adelmi Villa is charged with trafficking in a Class B substance (37-99 grams) and possession of ammunition without an FID card, Worcester police said.  Worcester police were surveilling Villa on Tuesday, May 16, when they watched him leave his Vernon Terrace apartment and get into one of his cars, authorities said. Officers followed and pulled him over near the intersection of Main an…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
Woman Screams For Help, Robs Good Samaritan In Central Mass: Police Woman Screams For Help, Robs Good Samaritan In Central Mass: Police
Woman Screams For Help, Robs Good Samaritan In Central Mass: Police A man said he was robbed at knifepoint by a woman who he thought was in danger after she screamed for help on Wednesday, April 12.  Angelic Berry, 32, of Worcester, is charged with armed robbery and resisting arrest following the alleged early morning stick-up, Worcester police said.  The man said he was driving on Main Street when he heard a woman cry out for help around 6 a.m., police said. He said he went to check on the woman with firey red hair, and she pulled out a knife and demanded all of his money.  The wannabe good Samaritan gave police a description of his mugger,…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
Suspected Drug Dealer Hides In Neighbor's Closet To Escape Cops, Fails: Worcester Police Suspected Drug Dealer Hides In Neighbor's Closet To Escape Cops, Fails: Worcester Police
Suspected Drug Dealer Hides In Neighbor's Closet To Escape Cops, Fails: Worcester Police A suspected Worcester drug dealer tried to escape police by hiding in his neighbor's closet, but things didn't turn out well for him, authorities said.  Noel Gonzalez faces several charges following his arrest on Wednesday night, Feb. 22, Worcester police said.  Neighborhood Respond Team officers said they spotted Gonzalez making what appeared to be a drug deal in the 800 block of Main Street around 10 p.m. They stopped the suspected buyer, who had fentanyl and crack in his pockets, officials said. They did not release the man's name.  Officers tried to stop Gonzalez, but he…

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by Josh Lanier
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Worcester Man Facing Numerous Charges For Shooting 22-Year-Old: Police Worcester Man Facing Numerous Charges For Shooting 22-Year-Old: Police
Worcester Man Facing Numerous Charges For Shooting 22-Year-Old: Police A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a weekend Worcester shooting that sent a 22-year-old man to the hospital, authorities said. Javier Pena, of Worcester, is facing multiple charges stemming from the shooting that happened near 925 Main Street around 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 15, Worcester Police report. The incident sent a 22-year-old man to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  On scene Worcester, Main St. Report of a person shot #wcvb pic.twitter.com/G91JP54P0Q — Matthew Gregoire (@BreakngNewsPhtg) January 15, 20…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
22-Year-Old Man Shot On Main Street In Worcester: Police 22-Year-Old Man Shot On Main Street In Worcester: Police
22-Year-Old Man Shot On Main Street In Worcester: Police A 22-year-old man is in the hospital after he was injured in a late morning shooting in Worcester, authorities said. Police responded to the shooting near 925 Main Street around 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 15, according to Worcester Police.  Upon arrival, officers found the man suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment.  On scene Worcester, Main St. Report of a person shot #wcvb pic.twitter.com/G91JP54P0Q — Matthew Gregoire (@BreakngNewsPhtg) January 15, 2023 The shooting is under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Worcester P…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
Stolen SUV Behind 'Chaotic' Fatal 3-Car Crash In Worcester: Police Stolen SUV Behind 'Chaotic' Fatal 3-Car Crash In Worcester: Police
Stolen SUV Behind 'Chaotic' Fatal 3-Car Crash In Worcester: Police One person is dead and several others are seriously injured after a 'chaotic' three-car crash involving a stolen SUV in Worcester, authorities said.  Police responded to the crash at the intersection of Main and Chandler streets around 9:52 p.m. on Saturday, July 23, Worcester Police said.  Upon arrival, officers found several victims on the ground who sustained serious injuries from the crash. All were passengers from a white SUV that police earlier noticed was speeding and driving erratically on Main Street.  On scene in Worcester overnight. Main & Chandler Sts. Multiple serious …

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
Suspect Nabbed With Firearm, Drugs After Worcester Traffic Stop Suspect Nabbed With Firearm, Drugs After Worcester Traffic Stop
Suspect Nabbed With Firearm, Drugs After Worcester Traffic Stop A 29-year-old Massachusetts man is facing charges after being busted with an illegal weapon and crack cocaine during a random check of his motor vehicle, state police announced. On Friday, Feb. 18, a Massachusetts State Police trooper on patrol in Worcester was at the intersection of Mill Street and Main Street when he conducted a random RMV inquiry on a gray Nissan sedan. According to police, the results of the inquiry found that the registered owner of the Nissan had a suspended driver’s license, prompting a stop near the intersection. Police said that the driver, Worcester resident Khia…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Duo Nabbed For Paintball Attacks While Driving At High Speeds In Massachusetts, Police Say Duo Nabbed For Paintball Attacks While Driving At High Speeds In Massachusetts, Police Say
Duo Nabbed For Paintball Attacks While Driving At High Speeds In Massachusetts, Police Say Two Massachusetts men were arrested for allegedly attacking people with a paintball gun at random while driving through the area. Sean Pinkham, age 21, of Douglas, and John Slater, age 18, of Worcester, were arrested around 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday, April 14, after Worcester police began receiving reports of the assaults. When officers arrived at the first reported assault on Main Street, they found an elderly female with a walker who had been shot in the face by someone wielding a paintball gun, Worcester police said. Officers found that her glasses had been knocked off her face, which was …

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
University Eyes Vacant 7-Acre Plot On Route 9 University Eyes Vacant 7-Acre Plot On Route 9
University Eyes Vacant 7-Acre Plot On Route 9 A private university is eyeing a vacant 7-acre lot along a major section of Route 9. On Monday, Dec. 28, the Conservation Commission in Worcester granted Clark University permission to test soil under a 7-7.5-acre parcel at the corner of Park Avenue and Maywood Street in Worcester, according to Patch. Clark tested the site’s surface-level environment earlier. The lot was formerly the site of Diamond Chevrolet car dealership, which has since been torn down. The property has been listed for sale by Kelleher & Sadowsky for $7.9 million. When asked about their interest in the parcel, a re…

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by Kristin Palpini