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Auburn, MA

Anheuser-Busch To Cut 200 Jobs At Mass. Facility Anheuser-Busch To Cut 200 Jobs At Mass. Facility
Anheuser-Busch To Cut 200 Jobs At Mass. Facility Anheuser-Busch has alerted state officials that it plans to eliminate nearly 200 jobs at a facility in Medford later this year, reports said.  The brewer plans to transfer its AB One wholesaler on Riverside Avenue to Quality Beverage, which already has distribution locations in Chicopee, Auburn, and Taunton.  “We are working with Quality Beverage to ensure a smooth transition for our operations, including fully supporting our local teams, and as part of this ongoing transition, we expect that some opportunities will be made available for Boston employees with the Quality Beverage …
Woman Ran Down Boyfriend In Car, Kicked Bystander Who Tried To Help Him In Central Mass: Police Woman Ran Down Boyfriend In Car, Kicked Bystander Who Tried To Help Him In Central Mass: Police
Woman Ran Down Boyfriend In Car, Kicked Bystander Who Tried To Help Him In Central Mass: Police A 37-year-old woman is accused of intentionally running down her longtime boyfriend in her car during an argument and attacking someone who tried to come to his aid in Worcester County, authorities said.  Angela R. Phaneuf faces multiple charges linked to the Tuesday, May 14, incident, according to police and reports. Officers were called to 9 Homestead Avenue in Auburn just after 12:30 p.m. and found a "chaotic scene," Auburn police said in a Facebook post. They found a man on the ground next to a Mazda 6 sedan screaming in pain and bleeding from a head wound.  Witnesses said&nb…
'Gifted, Talented' Teacher Killed In Wrong-Way Crash In Central Mass Along With Second Driver 'Gifted, Talented' Teacher Killed In Wrong-Way Crash In Central Mass Along With Second Driver
'Gifted, Talented' Teacher Killed In Wrong-Way Crash In Central Mass Along With Second Driver 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.&…
Kid Hit By Car In Auburn While Going To School Kid Hit By Car In Auburn While Going To School
Kid Hit By Car In Auburn While Going To School A 9-year-old was hit by a car while going to school Tuesday morning, Nov. 28, in Auburn.  The child was struck at the intersection of Oxford St. North and Inwood Drive, Auburn police said. The child suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Auburn police closed down the intersection as they investigated the incident.  "This accident happened as kids were headed to school," Auburn police said in a Facebook post. "Thankfully this time the child will be physically okay… please let this be a reminder to pay extra attention while driving."
Do You Know The Man In The Cast? Central Mass Police Say He's Behind Break-in Do You Know The Man In The Cast? Central Mass Police Say He's Behind Break-in
Do You Know The Man In The Cast? Central Mass Police Say He's Behind Break-in Police in Worcester County are asking for the public's help to identify a man they say is behind a business break-in.  Auburn detectives say the man was filmed on security video near the scene of a break-in last week at a business near the Oxford town line. He appears to be wearing a blue cast on his left leg.  The man drove away in a  brown/tan/gold sedan.  Auburn police ask anyone who has any information on the man's identity to contact detectives at 508-833-7777. Text or email textatip@auburnmasspolice.org to remain anonymous.
Officers Taunted During Central Mass Brawl, State Police Called In To Help Officers Taunted During Central Mass Brawl, State Police Called In To Help
Officers Taunted During Central Mass Brawl, State Police Called In To Help Three people are facing charges following a large group fight in Central Massachusetts this weekend, which required help from State Troopers to de-escalate.  Southbridge Police responded to a report of a large group fighting in the area of Cross Street around 12:16 a.m. on Saturday, June 17, the department said on Facebook.  Upon arrival, officers found a large crowd fighting in the streets and sidewalks. It was apparently the scene time that week that officers responded to a large disturbance in town, police said. PRESS RELEASE Contact; Chief Shane D. Woodson TEL; 508-764-5420 On Sa…
NH Man Charged With Raping Missing Auburn Teenager: Police NH Man Charged With Raping Missing Auburn Teenager: Police
NH Man Charged With Raping Missing Auburn Teenager: Police A missing 15-year-old Auburn girl said she was raped by a 58-year-old New Hampshire man on Monday, May 15.  Mark Goumas was tracked down on Tuesday and charged with aggravated statutory rape greater than a 10-year age difference and indecent assault and battery on a person over 14 years of age, Auburn police said. He was ordered held on a $10,400 bond, but a judge later reduced it to $1,000 bail, police said.  The teenager told police that a man picked her up just before 9:30 a.m. and assaulted her. She didn't know his name, but she gave a detailed description of her alleged …
Tractor-Trailer Flips On Side After Rolling Off Mass Pike In Central Mass: Police Tractor-Trailer Flips On Side After Rolling Off Mass Pike In Central Mass: Police
Tractor-Trailer Flips On Side After Rolling Off Mass Pike In Central Mass: Police Crews are expected to remove a tractor-trailer that rolled off a ramp on the Mass Pike in Central Massachusetts during the morning commute this week, authorities said. State Troopers responded to the incident at the I-290/Route 12 split in Auburn on Tuesday morning, May 2, according to Massachusetts State Police on Twitter. Troopers onscene of tractor-trailer rollover on ramp from Pike EB to Rt 290/12 split in Auburn. Truck is off road and down embankment. No injury to driver. Plan is for the truck to be removed tonight after evening commute to minimize impact of closing the ramp. #MATr…
OK, Boomer! Police Dog Finds Stolen Gun In Auburn; Arrest Made OK, Boomer! Police Dog Finds Stolen Gun In Auburn; Arrest Made
OK, Boomer! Police Dog Finds Stolen Gun In Auburn; Arrest Made A Worcester police dog helped police track down an allegedly stolen pistol only a few minutes after a man called to report his gun missing in Auburn.   The man called officers on Monday, April 24, after he picked up his car from being serviced when he noticed his firearm was missing, and he believed someone at the station had taken it, Auburn police said.  Unable to find the firearm, Auburn police called Worcester K9 Boomer, who's been trained to sniff out firearms and explosives. The alleged thief had no chance.  Boomer found the gun hidden on the property within a few…
'We're A Family': Central Mass Town Rallies Around Teen Seriously Injured In Accident 'We're A Family': Central Mass Town Rallies Around Teen Seriously Injured In Accident
'We're A Family': Central Mass Town Rallies Around Teen Seriously Injured In Accident Vickie St. Francis says one of the worst moments of her life has shown her why she is so happy to live in Auburn.  Earlier this month, St. Francis' 13-year-old son Cameron was seriously injured while playing with friends at the Pappas Recreational Complex. Since then, she says she's had endless support from the community and even some strangers who want to help.  "I can't speak more highly of this community (Auburn)," she said in a phone interview on Monday, April 24. "... The amount of calls of people offering help or kindness has really shown me we're a family." A GoFundMe for …
'Orbeez' Challenge: Mass Kids Could Be Charged For Dangerous Internet Trend 'Orbeez' Challenge: Mass Kids Could Be Charged For Dangerous Internet Trend
'Orbeez' Challenge: Mass Kids Could Be Charged For Dangerous Internet Trend Police in one Boston suburb are heeding a warning to children and teenagers who take part in a dangerous internet trend involving toy guns and pellets.  Canton Police has received multiple reports over the past few weeks about juveniles using gel ball blasters, otherwise known as "orbeez guns," in town, the department said on Facebook.  The use of the guns is part of a popular social media challenge where kids fire the guns at one another. The blasters look very similar to an actual weapon and some teenagers are now freezing the balls, which can inflict severe pain on others.   "The posse…
(UPDATED) Building Blaze: 2-Alarm Fire Causes Traffic Issues In Central Mass (UPDATED) Building Blaze: 2-Alarm Fire Causes Traffic Issues In Central Mass
(Updated) Building Blaze: 2-Alarm Fire Causes Traffic Issues In Central Mass UPDATE: Auburn police announced they had reopened Route 20 west following the Tuesday morning fire.  12:25pm on 3/21- 20 West at the Oxford line is back open!! — Auburn Police (@AuburnMAPolice) March 21, 2023 -------- Police in Worcester County warned drivers Tuesday morning, March 21, that a fire at a lawn-seeding business could cause traffic problems in portions of Auburn and Oxford, officials said.  Crews responded to 157 Southbridge Street after a blaze broke out at the Hydro Grass warehouse, fire departments said. Oxford firefighters called for a second alarm just after 10 a.m. a…
Body Found Outside Central Massachusetts High School: Police Body Found Outside Central Massachusetts High School: Police
Body Found Outside Central Massachusetts High School: Police Authorities are investigating after a body was found outside of a high school in Central Massachusetts this weekend. Auburn Fire responded to a report of an unresponsive man located in the driveway of Auburn High School around 6:35 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26, Auburn Police said on Facebook. On Sunday at 6:35 a.m., Fire Personnel responded to the Auburn High School, 99 Auburn Street, for a report of an... Posted by Auburn MA Police Department on Sunday, February 26, 2023 The man was pronounced dead on scene and the area around the school was closed until 10:30 a.m. to deal with the situati…
Drones, Crews Snuff Massive Brush Fire In Tricky Auburn Terrain: Officials Drones, Crews Snuff Massive Brush Fire In Tricky Auburn Terrain: Officials
Drones, Crews Snuff Massive Brush Fire In Tricky Auburn Terrain: Officials Fire crews had their work cut out for them when they tackled a large brush fire in Central Massachusetts this weekend, officials said. Fire officials got a call from a motorist on the Mass Pike reporting a large brush fire about a 1/4 mile off Crowl Hill Road in Auburn around 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19, according to Auburn Fire Rescue on Facebook.  The fire, which could only be seen from the highway, was on "an extremely steep hill" and there was no vehicle access to the fire, Auburn Fire continued.  At 6:00 p.m. tonight the Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 call from …
Rollover Crash With Injuries Shuts Down Route 12 In Auburn: Authorities Rollover Crash With Injuries Shuts Down Route 12 In Auburn: Authorities
Rollover Crash With Injuries Shuts Down Route 12 In Auburn: Authorities One person sustained minor injuries in a rollover crash that shut down a major route in Central Massachusetts Monday afternoon, Feb. 6, authorities said. The crash happened on Route 12 at Swanson Road in Auburn around 2 p.m., according to Auburn Police on Twitter. The incident closed Route 12 in both directions as a result. Route 12 closed both directions temporarily while investigation into this crash is underway. Minor injuries only. @auburnmassfire and police in roadway so please use caution ⛔️ pic.twitter.com/83r4N4Ah0q — Auburn Police (@AuburnMAPolice) February 6, 2023 The driver…
Man Shot At, Robbed, Assaulted In Central Mass; Police Ask For Help Man Shot At, Robbed, Assaulted In Central Mass; Police Ask For Help
Man Shot At, Robbed, Assaulted In Central Mass; Police Ask For Help Auburn police are asking for the public's help in identifying suspects in a recent violent robbery where a man was shot at and beaten, authorities said. Investigators arrested one man already in the case but are searching for two more. The attack happened on Sunday, Jan. 8, just before 6:15 p.m. in the area of South Street and Route 20, Auburn police said. A man said he was riding in a car with three other men who robbed him at gunpoint, assaulted him, and fired the gun at him, Auburn police said.  State police arrested Daniel O. Vera, 28, of Fitchburg, two days later in Leominste…
Teens Who Ambushed Middle Schoolers With Gel Gun Face Serious Charges: Police Teens Who Ambushed Middle Schoolers With Gel Gun Face Serious Charges: Police
Teens Who Ambushed Middle Schoolers With Gel Gun Face Serious Charges: Police Police charged three Auburn teens with serious felonies after they ambushed several middle school students and shots them with a child's water toy, authorities said. Though, the decision to charge them with such harsh penalties has split social media.  The attacks happened just before 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, in the Briarcliff Drive and Bryn Mawr Avenue areas, Auburn police said. Parents started calling officers to report that their children had been "shot" with gel pellets called Orbeez from a small pistol.  Just before 3pm today, dispatch started receiving calls from parents of Aub…
Smart, Funny, Kind: Auburn Rallies Around Little League Coach, Dad Of 3 Who Died In His Sleep Smart, Funny, Kind: Auburn Rallies Around Little League Coach, Dad Of 3 Who Died In His Sleep
Smart, Funny, Kind: Auburn Rallies Around Little League Coach, Dad Of 3 Who Died In His Sleep A GoFundMe for an Auburn Little League coach and father of three who died unexpectedly late last year has more than doubled its goal, as the community rallies around his family.  Friends remember Brian Daoust, who died on Dec. 30, as a funny, caring, and kind father who loved helping others. It's no surprise then that the fundraiser for his family has generated nearly $10,000, more than twice its $4,000 goal.  Social media is filled with posts dedicated to the 52-year-old, who earned the nickname "the wizard of win" from his friends at the Auburn Little League.  "I am so hea…
Quick Trip To Worcester CVS Lands Woman, Wanted Man In Jail: Police Quick Trip To Worcester CVS Lands Woman, Wanted Man In Jail: Police
Quick Trip To Worcester CVS Lands Woman, Wanted Man In Jail: Police A quick-thinking Worcester officer felt something was suspicious when a car ahead of them made a hard turn into a CVS parking lot, authorities said.  They had a right to be. The Toyota sedan that had just shown off its tight turning radius was stolen. The passenger jumped out of the car and went inside the store as the officer called for backup.  That passenger, Juan Gildelamadrid, 42, of Bowdoin St., tried to walk away from police when he approached him. That was likely because he had three outstanding warrants for receiving a stolen vehicle, Worcester police said. They put …
Distracted Driver Slams Into Tractor Trailer On Route 20 In Central Mass: Police Distracted Driver Slams Into Tractor Trailer On Route 20 In Central Mass: Police
Distracted Driver Slams Into Tractor Trailer On Route 20 In Central Mass: Police A distracted driver somehow walked away from a  crash Wednesday night, Dec. 20, after they smashed into the back of a disabled tractor-trailer truck on Route 20, Auburn police tweeted.  The truck was broken down on the side of the road near St. Mark Street and waiting for a tow, authorities said. Thankfully the airbags deployed and prevented any serious injuries for the driver of the 2006 Toyota, police said.  MassLive reported the driver had pulled out of a nearby driveway and drove over a road warning triangle before colliding with the 53-foot truck.  Route 20 at St. Mark’s St. Air b…
IDs Released For Duo Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On Central Mass Route: Police IDs Released For Duo Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On Central Mass Route: Police
IDs Released For Duo Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On Central Mass Route: Police Authorities have identified the two people killed in a wrong-way crash on a major route in Central Massachusetts as Susan Celauro, age 63, of East Norwich, NY and Alexander Owanisian, 35, of Southbridge, MA.  State Troopers responded to the three-vehicle crash on Route 20 at Carroll Hill Road in Charlton just before 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7, Massachusetts State Police report. The crash closed Route 20 in both directions, according to MassDOT on Twitter. On scene Charlton, Rte 20 at Carroll Hill Rd. Serious mva. Photo recon and crime scene requested. #wcvb pic.twitter.com/zv5CiQZF…
Connecticut Man, 62, Killed In Crash On I-395 South In Central Mass: Police Connecticut Man, 62, Killed In Crash On I-395 South In Central Mass: Police
Connecticut Man, 62, Killed In Crash On I-395 South In Central Mass: Police A Connecticut man has died in a car crash on a major highway in Central Massachusetts, authorities said.  Police responded to the crash on I-395 South in Auburn around 5:48 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 5, Massachusetts State Police report. Upon arrival, Troopers found a 2006 Honda Odyssey van that crashed into a tree in the center median.  A minivan is being extracted from the woods in Auburn #wcvb pic.twitter.com/dBlWLe2kZS — Matthew Gregoire (@BreakngNewsPhtg) December 6, 2022 The driver, later identified as a 62-year-old man from Danielson, CT, was unconscious and taken to a local hospital …
Best Christmas Tree Farms In Massachusetts To Branch Out Your Holiday Buck Best Christmas Tree Farms In Massachusetts To Branch Out Your Holiday Buck
Best Christmas Tree Farms In Massachusetts To Branch Out Your Holiday Buck You’re already bundling up and leaving the house to pick up a holiday tree, so why not make it an experience?  Tree farms and sellers across Massachusetts offer a myriad of experiences beyond just buying decorations. Hop on a hayride, snap a photo with Santa, or grab a free snack while browsing balsam firs and white pines. Chestnut Mountain Christmas Tree Farm (Hatfield) Chestnut Mountain offers four varieties of trees, along with hayrides, cider, and cookies. You can cut your own or buy pre-cut. Families can also take advantage of the farm's horse-drawn wagon ride, hot beverages and seas…
Boyfriend Formally Charged With Murdering 29-Year-Old Ryan Anderson: DA Boyfriend Formally Charged With Murdering 29-Year-Old Ryan Anderson: DA
Boyfriend Formally Charged With Murdering 29-Year-Old Ryan Anderson: DA A 34-year-old man from Auburn has been formally charged with murdering his boyfriend at his Millbury home last month, authorities said. Kevin Donnellan was indicted on a murder charge of 29-year-old Ryan Anderson on Friday, Nov. 16, the Worcester County District Attorney's Office reports.  Anderson was found dead at 303 Millbury Street after Donnellan called police to the house on Saturday, Oct. 3, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Anderson had significant knife wounds to his body, the DA's Office reports.  When questioned by police whether Anderson had fallen or hurt himself, Donnell…
Central Mass Man On Parole For Child Porn Pleads Guilty To More Child Porn Charges: Feds Central Mass Man On Parole For Child Porn Pleads Guilty To More Child Porn Charges: Feds
Central Mass Man On Parole For Child Porn Pleads Guilty To More Child Porn Charges: Feds A 37-year-old Auburn man convicted of receiving child porn in 2016 pleaded guilty this week to having child porn, federal authorities said. He now faces a mandatory minimum of 10 years in prison when a judge sentences him in March.   Christopher Rondeau was out on parole in November 2020 when officers found a cell phone with images and videos of child pornography during a search of his house, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said.  A judge sentenced Rondeau to more than five years in prison in 2016, but he received supervised release in 2019, federal authorities said. 
Auburn Man Charged In Connection With Boyfriend's Death At Millbury Home Auburn Man Charged In Connection With Boyfriend's Death At Millbury Home
Auburn Man Charged In Connection With Boyfriend's Death At Millbury Home An Auburn man is facing charges after his boyfriend was found dead inside a Millbury home over the weekend.  Millbury Police found Ryan Anderson, age 29, dead at 303 Millbury Street around 3:18 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, according to court documents. Upon arrival, officers also found the person who made the call, Kevin Donnellan, in the back of the house. The two of them were in a relationship, according to each of their Facebook profiles.  When questioned by police whether Anderson had fallen or hurt himself, Donnellan said no. Instead, Donnellan said he saw Anderson alive si…
Man, 30, Savagely Beats 2 Women At Auburn Store, Crashes During Getaway: Police Man, 30, Savagely Beats 2 Women At Auburn Store, Crashes During Getaway: Police
Man, 30, Savagely Beats 2 Women At Auburn Store, Crashes During Getaway: Police A 30-year-old North Dighton became a one-man wrecking crew on the morning of July 30 when he went berserk at an Auburn gas station when he attacked two women for no reason, crashed his car as he tried to make his getaway, and then got into another fight.  Kyle Fitta got angry on the morning of July 30 when a gas station on Route 12 wouldn't take his credit card to pay for his purchases, the Auburn Police Department. Rather than accept that, Fitta began to punch the 19-year-old female cashier in the face, officials said. The girl's mom, who owns the store, rushed over to help, but Fitta …
Massachusetts Firefighters Mourn Lieutenant Paul J. Wood's Death Massachusetts Firefighters Mourn Lieutenant Paul J. Wood's Death
Massachusetts Firefighters Mourn Lieutenant Paul J. Wood's Death The Auburn Fire Rescue Department is mourning the loss of a 14-year veteran two years after he was promoted to lieutenant.  Lt. Paul J. Wood suffered an off-duty medical emergency while at his home on the night of Friday, July 8, the department said on Twitter.  Lt. Wood has been an active member of the @MAFireDistrict7 Regional Dive Team for 11 years.Please keep the Wood family and our members in your thoughts. He will be deeply missed by all of his brothers and sisters here and in the central regions fire service. — Auburn Fire Rescue (@auburnmassfire) July 9, 2022 Lt. Wood was promo…
Storm Ida: How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Massachusetts Storm Ida: How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Massachusetts
Storm Ida: How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Massachusetts There have now been 42 confirmed fatalities after Ida battered the Northeast with historic rainfall and flash flooding. In New York City, more than 3 inches of rainfall fell in one hour in Central Park on Wednesday, Sept. 1, smashing the previous record. Here is a look at some rainfall totals from throughout Massachusetts compiled on the day after, on Thursday, Sept. 2, by the National Weather Service. Boston, 4.20 inches Berkshire County Pittsfield, 2.16 inches Franklin County Northfield, 2.43 inches Sunderland, 3.02 inches Warwick, 2.35 inches Hampden County Agawam, 5.13 inc…
Wanted Man Nabbed With Four Firearms, Massachusetts State Police Say Wanted Man Nabbed With Four Firearms, Massachusetts State Police Say
Wanted Man Nabbed With Four Firearms, Massachusetts State Police Say A wanted man with multiple warrants out for his arrest was busted by Massachusetts State troopers with multiple illegal firearms during an early morning traffic stop, officials announced. Trooper Samuel Watson was on patrol at approximately 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 2 in Worcester County, on Route 290 in Auburn, when he stopped the driver of a black Chevrolet who was traveling in two lanes, prompting a traffic stop, police said. Watson took the information of the driver, George Richards, of Riverside, Rhode Island, and while he was returning to his police cruiser, police said that he spo…
Local Meal-Delivery Service Dad's Keto Kitchen Gets Rave Reviews For Flavorful, Healthy Food Local Meal-Delivery Service Dad's Keto Kitchen Gets Rave Reviews For Flavorful, Healthy Food
Local Meal-Delivery Service Dad's Keto Kitchen Gets Rave Reviews For Flavorful, Healthy Food A home-based “keto bakery” has moved into a professional kitchen and started a meal and baked goods delivery service specializing in healthy foods that fall within the scope of a high-protein, low-sugar diet — in fact, it is 100 percent sugar-free. Dad’s Keto Kitchen in Oxford is a delivery-only service for Southern Worcester County that is similar to other meal-box subscription plans. The menu is based on the “ketogenic” diet which seeks to reduce inflammation and unnecessary weight gain through proper food selection. The menu is high-protein and low-carb with no gluten and reduced sugar.…