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After Dumping Dead Dog's Body, Trainer Sent Phony Photos To North Reading Owners: Police After Dumping Dead Dog's Body, Trainer Sent Phony Photos To North Reading Owners: Police
After Dumping Dead Dog's Body, Trainer Sent Phony Photos To North Reading Owners: Police A Connecticut woman is facing multiple charges after police found several sick dogs she had been paid to train stuck in crates with little food or water, which led to one of their deaths, authorities said.  Middlesex County resident Josephine Ragland, age 28, of Haddam, who is charged with four counts of animal abuse, turned herself in to police on Monday, Sept. 16, Connecticut State Police said. Her mother, Jacqueline Witt, was arrested last week in the case.  Related: Haddam Woman Facing Multiple Animal Cruelty Charges A Massachusetts family from North Rea…
North Reading Cops, Firefighters Help Mom Deliver Baby Girl In Bathroom North Reading Cops, Firefighters Help Mom Deliver Baby Girl In Bathroom
North Reading Cops, Firefighters Help Mom Deliver Baby Girl In Bathroom First responders in North Reading are being hailed as heroes after they helped deliver a baby girl in a family’s bathroom, authorities said. An expectant mother who was past her due date gave birth to a healthy baby girl, and the North Reading Police and Fire Departments were at the Greenbriar Condominiums on Greenbriar Drive on Monday, Jan. 15, around 8 a.m. to help her. “We wish this new family the very best, and I am proud of our North Reading first responders who helped ensure this surprise turn of events ended well,” Police Chief Mark Zimmerman said. Related: First Responders He…
Woman, 80, Ran Over By Her Own Car, Killed In North Reading Driveway: DA Woman, 80, Ran Over By Her Own Car, Killed In North Reading Driveway: DA
Woman, 80, Ran Over By Her Own Car, Killed In North Reading Driveway: DA An 80-year-old North Reading woman was killed last week after she was involved in a bizarre motor vehicle accident at her home, authorities said.  The woman, whose name was not released, died when she became trapped beneath a Buick Regal sedan in her driveway just before 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 29, the Middlesex District Attorney's Office said.  Emergency crews responded to the home near the corner of Fieldcrest and Hollywood terraces and were able to lift the car from the woman using airbags and take her to a nearby hospital, where doctors pronounced her dead, officials sa…
'As Massholio As You Can Get': Charges Filed In Saugus Brawl 'As Massholio As You Can Get': Charges Filed In Saugus Brawl
'As Massholio As You Can Get': Charges Filed In Saugus Brawl A pre-Thanksgiving fight at a family-friendly restaurant in Saugus has gone international, picking up coverage in England and other countries as videos of the brawl continue to be shared on social media. Four people were charged in the attack this week, NBC Boston reported Thursday, Nov. 30. They are:  Rosaria Sophia McCauly, 32, of North Reading faces two counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and a count of disorderly conduct Arnold John Carey Marujo, 19, of Somerville, faces an underage drinking charge and disorderly conduct Donovan Clark, 19, of Lynn, faces an underage d…
North Reading Eatery Announces Closure After 12 Years In Business North Reading Eatery Announces Closure After 12 Years In Business
North Reading Eatery Announces Closure After 12 Years In Business A beloved restaurant known for keeping its community fed with fresh seafood dishes announced that it would close within the month.  Joe's Fish Seafood Restaurant and Bar announced on Facebook that its Main Street North Reading location would close on July 30, 2023.  "The current economic landscape has not been conducive in supporting two locations of Joe Fish," reads the restaurant's statement. "Therefore, we are sadden[ed] to let you know that we will be closing our doors at our North Reading location." Joe's Fish is well-loved for freshly-prepared seafood dishes across a variety of flav…
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. …
Lottery Ticket Bought For Greek Easter Lands Peabody Woman $1 Million Prize Lottery Ticket Bought For Greek Easter Lands Peabody Woman $1 Million Prize
Lottery Ticket Bought For Greek Easter Lands Peabody Woman $1 Million Prize A woman from Peabody won more than just good luck for a whole year at her Greek Easter celebration, she also won $1 million from the Massachusetts State Lottery. Despina Nirgianakis won her prize after purchasing a ticket in the lottery's “$10,000,000 Bonus Wins” instant ticket game, the organization reports. Nirgianakis said that she and her family bought tickets for holidays and that she bought hers in celebration of Greek Easter. The lucky winner claimed her prize in the form of a one-time payment of $650,000 (before taxes). Nirgianakis purchased her winning ticket at Convenience Plus, …
Neighbor Helps Resident Escape Weekend Fire At North Reading Home: Officials Neighbor Helps Resident Escape Weekend Fire At North Reading Home: Officials
Neighbor Helps Resident Escape Weekend Fire At North Reading Home: Officials One person is displaced after a multi-alarm fire broke out at their North Reading home this weekend, according to officials.  Crews responded to the two-alarm fire at 14 Cold Spring Road just before noon on Sunday, April 23, North Reading Fire Chief Don Stats reports. Upon arrival, firefighters saw flames coming from the second floor of the home.  While crews put out an initial fire, they soon discovered a hidden fire was spreading throughout the house's structure and roofing, Stats said. Firefighters also had trouble moving throughout the home because of cluttered conditions, Stats added.…
Hyundai Driver Dies In 2-Car Crash In North Reading: Police Hyundai Driver Dies In 2-Car Crash In North Reading: Police
Hyundai Driver Dies In 2-Car Crash In North Reading: Police One person was killed in a two-car crash in North Reading this week, authorities said.  Police and fire responded to the crash at Park and Central Street around 1:40 p.m. on Friday, March 3, North Reading Police Chief Michael Murphy reports.  Upon arrival, officers found a collision between a Ford F-150 and Hyundai Elantra. The driver of the Elantra was taken to a Burlington hospital where they later died, Murphy said. The driver of the Ford was also taken to the hospital for treatment, Murphy added. The crash remains under investigation. 
Woman Found On Park Bench Remembered As 'Ultimate Boston Girl' Woman Found On Park Bench Remembered As 'Ultimate Boston Girl'
Woman Found On Park Bench Remembered As 'Ultimate Boston Girl' A Boston hospitality professional died unexpectedly, leaving behind a bereft network of friends, family members, co-workers, and pets.  Melanie Ann DiVasta was found deceased by police officers around 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4 near Atlantic Avenue and Cross Street, the Boston Police Department told DailyVoice. She was found lying on a park bench in Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, according to MassLive.  DiVasta, who passed away at age 47, combined her skills in the fields of software and hospitality in her job as a program manager for MGM Grand which she began last …
Ex-Stoneham Officer, Brother Charged In Kickback Scheme Worth Millions: Feds Ex-Stoneham Officer, Brother Charged In Kickback Scheme Worth Millions: Feds
Ex-Stoneham Officer, Brother Charged In Kickback Scheme Worth Millions: Feds A former Stoneham police officer and his brother, who owns an electrical contracting company, were charged in federal court Thursday, Jan. 26, with receiving bribes and kickbacks that earned them millions of dollars in Mass Saves contracts, authorities said.  Joseph Ponzo, 49, of Stoneham, and Christopher Ponzo, 48, of North Reading, were arrested last year on one count of wire fraud conspiracy and 12 counts of wire fraud stemming from a scheme with a Mass Save vendor, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said. They face a charge of lying to a government official, and Joseph also will be c…
Beverly Shooters Escape To Pickled Onion Bar Before Arrest: Police Beverly Shooters Escape To Pickled Onion Bar Before Arrest: Police
Beverly Shooters Escape To Pickled Onion Bar Before Arrest: Police The Pickled Onion bar became a refuge for shootout suspects when they ran to the restaurant and the manager refused to fully cooperate with police, officials say. Police responded to multiple calls reporting gunshots in the area of the Pickled Onion Bar on Rantoul Street on December 6, 2021, the Beverly Police Department said on Wednesday, Jan. 18. Police were directed by Beverly residents to locate and arrest 23-year-old Gordon Morrison who had been involved in the shooting. Morrison reported that he had been shot at during the incident, which had taken place on West Dane Street. Secur…
Ex-Malden Firefighter Avoids Jailtime After Admitting To Selling Drugs Ex-Malden Firefighter Avoids Jailtime After Admitting To Selling Drugs
Ex-Malden Firefighter Avoids Jailtime After Admitting To Selling Drugs A judge ruled this week that a former Malden firefighter who admitted to illegally selling prescription narcotics won't serve any jail time, federal authorities said.  Joshua Eisnor, 43, of North Reading, was sentenced to five years of probation and ordered to pay a $2,000 fine and forfeit $900, the amount authorities said he made dealing drugs, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said. He pleaded guilty to a single count of conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute controlled substances in June. Eisnor faced up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.  Investigator…
Andover Woman Facing Charges For Hit-And-Run That Injured 4-Year-Old In North Reading Andover Woman Facing Charges For Hit-And-Run That Injured 4-Year-Old In North Reading
Andover Woman Facing Charges For Hit-And-Run That Injured 4-Year-Old In North Reading A 39-year-old Andover woman will face charges in connection with a hit-and-run incident where a 4-year-old child was injured in North Reading earlier this month, authorities said. The woman reportedly hit the child while they being pulled in a wagon by their parent on Lakeside Boulevard around 7:40 a.m. on Wednesday Oct. 19, North Reading Police Chief Michael Murphy reports.  The 4-year-old was treated at a local hospital and later released. After being identified as the suspected driver, the woman turned herself into police. She is expected to appear on several charges…
Firefighter Hospitalized Battling 2-Alarm Blaze In Wakefield, Family Displaced Firefighter Hospitalized Battling 2-Alarm Blaze In Wakefield, Family Displaced
Firefighter Hospitalized Battling 2-Alarm Blaze In Wakefield, Family Displaced A two-alarm blaze destroyed a home in Wakefield Tuesday morning and displaced a family of four. A firefighter was taken to the hospital while battling the flames as well.  The fire at 22 Jackson Lane started just after 11, the Wakefield Fire Department said, though officials did not release the cause of it. Heavy smoke billowed out of the two-story home, and flames had eaten away at the back of it when crews arrived on the scene. It took firefighters about an hour to vent the attic and get the fire under control and extinguished, officials said.  The home is uninhabitable because…
Wakefield Firefighter Hospitalized From Battling Afternoon 4-Alarm House Fire Wakefield Firefighter Hospitalized From Battling Afternoon 4-Alarm House Fire
Wakefield Firefighter Hospitalized From Battling Afternoon 4-Alarm House Fire One firefighter was hospitalized after firefighters from several departments joined forces to put out a four-alarm fire at a Wakefield home, authorities said.  Wakefield fire was first to the fire that broke out at 26 Eastern Avenue around 11:35 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 5, the department said. Upon arrival, crews found flames shooting from a house.  The fire quickly grew from two to four alarms as crews worked to extinguish the flames. The fire spread throughout the home and took about two hours to contain, the department said. We have a mass fire buffs member on scene of Wakefield ma rep…
63-Year-Old Man Dies After Crashing Into North Reading Home: Police 63-Year-Old Man Dies After Crashing Into North Reading Home: Police
63-Year-Old Man Dies After Crashing Into North Reading Home: Police A 63-year-old man was killed in single-vehicle car crash in North Reading, authorities said.  David Lopilato, of North Reading and East Boston, died after his 2007 Ford Mustang crashed into a home at 334 Part Street around 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 1, North Reading Police said.  No other injuries were reported. While the home sustained minor damage, it was deemed safe, police said. The crash remains under investigation. 
Six Suspects Wanted For Break-In Robbery At Merrimack Valley Motorbike Store Six Suspects Wanted For Break-In Robbery At Merrimack Valley Motorbike Store
Six Suspects Wanted For Break-In Robbery At Merrimack Valley Motorbike Store Authorities are searching for six suspects believed to have been involved in a break-in robbery at a motorbike store in North Reading over the weekend.  An officer noticed a breaking and entering in progress at North Reading Motorsports, located at 49 Main Street, around 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 9, North Reading Police said.  Upon arrival, the officer found damage to the building's front entrance as well as a male suspect who appeared to be fleeing in a U-Haul cargo van, police said. The officer tried stopping the van but was unsuccessful.  Further investigation reve…