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Actor Matt Damon Buys $8.5M Northern Westchester Estate Actor Matt Damon Buys $8.5M Northern Westchester Estate
Actor Matt Damon Buys $8.5M Northern Westchester Estate Updated story: Take A Look Inside Matt Damon's Newly Purchased $8.5M Northern Westchester Estate A well-known celebrity from New England will be calling New York home. Actor Matt Damon has just bought an $8.5 million estate in Northern Westchester County, according to a brand-new report in the New York Post. "The stone-and-clapboard colonial mansion comes with its own saltwater pool, a stream and spring-fed pond, hiking trails, boardwalks and rope bridges — all over 13½ acres," the report says of the home located in the Town of Bedford. "There’s even a tree house." The 51-year-old Dam…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Four Men Arrested In Cambridge Stabbings That Sent 2 To Hospital: Police Four Men Arrested In Cambridge Stabbings That Sent 2 To Hospital: Police
Four Men Arrested In Cambridge Stabbings That Sent 2 To Hospital: Police Police in Cambridge arrested four men this week who they say took part in stabbings that left two people seriously injured earlier this month.  Officers found evidence of the first attack around 4 a.m. on July 10, in Central Square near the intersection of Mass Avenue and Pleasant Street following a fight, Cambridge Police said. The victim in that attack walked into a nearby hospital with stab wounds. Doctors treated him and he was released later that day.  Later that day, that same man was attacked and stabbed again around 8 p.m. near 5 Western Ave., police said. Another man…

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by Josh Lanier
Business
Popular Cambridge Book Store Opening Second Location In Downtown Boston Popular Cambridge Book Store Opening Second Location In Downtown Boston
Popular Cambridge Book Store Opening Second Location In Downtown Boston The Harvard Book Store announced on Monday, July 18, that it plans to open a second location five times larger than its store in Cambridge.  Leaders of the iconic bookstore said it would open a 30,000-square-foot space in the Prudential Center in Boston next spring.  The extra floor space will provide space for things for things they can't at the Cambridge location. That includes a large section dedicated to children's literature and an event space where the store can showcase art, host speakers, and teach classes, a press release said.  Owners will release more information …

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
Two Seriously Injured From Weekend Double Stabbing In Neighboring Boston City Two Seriously Injured From Weekend Double Stabbing In Neighboring Boston City
Two Seriously Injured From Weekend Double Stabbing In Neighboring Boston City Two people are in the hospital with life-threatening injuries following a double stabbing in Cambridge, authorities said.  The first victim was found near 750 Massachusetts Avenue and the second was found near 5 Western Avenue, both in the vicinity of Central Square, according to Cambridge Police.  Both male victims, said to be in their 20s, are believed to be unhoused and were taken to local hospitals for treatment. One victim was discharged on Sunday morning while the other remains in the hospital, police said.  CPD is actively investigating 2 stabbings in which male victims were loc…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
Dive Team Successfully Recovers Woman's Wedding Ring From The Charles River Dive Team Successfully Recovers Woman's Wedding Ring From The Charles River
Dive Team Successfully Recovers Woman's Wedding Ring From The Charles River Members of the Cambridge Fire Department's Dive Team and Marine Unit are being praised after successfully recovering a woman's wedding ring from the Charles River.  A woman at the Charlesgate Yacht Club informed crews that she dropped her diamond wedding ring into the river on Sunday, July 3, Lieutenant Stephen Capuccio said in a statement on Twitter.  Please see the attached note from LT. Capuccio re the quick recovery of a wedding ring in the Charles river. Thanks to the Dive Rescue Team & Marine Unit members for taking the extra public service effort. Tremendous work! pic.twitter…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
'To The Rescue:' Cambridge Police Officers Help Struggling Handicapped Man Get Home 'To The Rescue:' Cambridge Police Officers Help Struggling Handicapped Man Get Home
'To The Rescue:' Cambridge Police Officers Help Struggling Handicapped Man Get Home Several officers with the Cambridge Police Department are being praised for successfully helping a handicapped man who stuck in the city get home safe.  Officers were called to help a non-verbal elderly man who had a malfunction with his wheelchair in Harvard Square on July 4th, the department said on Facebook.  As an officer, you will never know the type of support needed during a shift; whether it’s July 4th or not. Earlier... Posted by Cambridge Police Department on Monday, July 4, 2022 When officers were unable to reset the wheelchair, they made numerous calls to help get the man…

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by David Cifarelli
Business
Popular Boston Dumpling Restaurant Closing After 15 Years Popular Boston Dumpling Restaurant Closing After 15 Years
Popular Boston Dumpling Restaurant Closing After 15 Years A popular Asian restaurant in the heart of Boston's Chinatown district announced they are closing after 15 years of service. Gourmet Dumpling House said they will be closing their Boston location "due to lease terms" on July 1, the restaurant said according to a Facebook post.  "We are extremely proud of all that we have accomplished in these glorious years and [are] more thankful to those who have believed in us," the post read. "We will miss you all!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gourmet Dumpling House (@gourmetdumplinghouse…

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by David Cifarelli
Obituaries
Fallen Massachusetts Police Officer Remembered As 'True American Hero' Fallen Massachusetts Police Officer Remembered As 'True American Hero'
Fallen Massachusetts Police Officer Remembered As 'True American Hero' The Somerville Police Department is mourning the loss of Officer Randy Isaacs, who died unexpectedly this week. Officer Isaacs was a 15-year veteran with the department and a 24-year veteran of the Army National Guard, Somerville Police said. He served as a Master Sergeant on the 26th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade in addition to multiple tours in Kosovo and Afghanistan.  "Officer Isaacs is a true American Hero, who dedicated his life to service," Somerville Police said. "His bright personality has left a deep impact on all that knew him."  It is with great sadness that we announce the p…

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by David Cifarelli
Lifestyle
Guinness World Record's Largest Chicken Nugget Crafted In Cambridge Guinness World Record's Largest Chicken Nugget Crafted In Cambridge
Guinness World Record's Largest Chicken Nugget Crafted In Cambridge History was made in Massachusetts when two TikTok star chefs smashed the world record for the largest chicken nugget.  Nick DiGiovanni and Lynn Davis joined forces to make a 46-pound chicken nugget in Cambridge, CBS Boston reports. The enormous nugget was 115 times larger than the average chicken, Guinness World Records said. The fast-food staple was made from 40 pounds of ground chicken, 40 slices of white bread and 40 eggs, according to a YouTube video documenting the experience. The chefs also had to use "a special contraption" to bake the colossal nugget that was shaped l…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
75-Year-Old Man Attacked By Two Young Men In Cambridge: Police 75-Year-Old Man Attacked By Two Young Men In Cambridge: Police
75-Year-Old Man Attacked By Two Young Men In Cambridge: Police Cambridge Police are investigating after a 75-year-old man said he was physically assaulted by two young men.  Police responded to Broadway for a report of a past aggravated assault and battery at 11:30 p.m. on Monday, June 14. Upon arrival, the man said he was attacked on Harvard Street earlier in the night, according to police.  The man declined medical treatment after he initially told his manager about the attack, police added.  No other information was released. The investigation is ongoing. 

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by David Cifarelli
Lifestyle
Fish-Shaped Ice Cream Cones, Mochi Doughnuts Coming To Popular Square Just Outside Boston Fish-Shaped Ice Cream Cones, Mochi Doughnuts Coming To Popular Square Just Outside Boston
Fish-Shaped Ice Cream Cones, Mochi Doughnuts Coming To Popular Square Just Outside Boston Two popular Asian shops with New York ties will soon make their debut under one roof in Cambridge, according to Cambridge Daily.  Taiyaki NYC and The Dough Club will be occupying a space at 6 Church St. in Harvard Square, only a few steps away from the Harvard MBTA station, Boston Eater reports. Taiyaki NYC, which originally came to Boston in 2019, already has one location in Seaport. The shop is known for serving ice cream in warm, fish-shaped cones in a variety of flavors and tons of whimsical toppings.  View this post on Instagram A post …

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by David Cifarelli
Obituaries
Retired Massachusetts Police Officer, Vietnam Veteran Dies Unexpectedly Retired Massachusetts Police Officer, Vietnam Veteran Dies Unexpectedly
Retired Massachusetts Police Officer, Vietnam Veteran Dies Unexpectedly A retired Cambridge Police Officer and Vietnam War Veteran died unexpectedly at the age of 78 on Friday, June 3.  David Weaver, of Somerville, was "a respected officer," who also served on CPD Honor Guard, Cambridge Police said on Facebook.  It is with heavy hearts we announce that retired Cambridge Police Officer David Weaver passed away on June 3rd. A... Posted by Cambridge Police Department on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 Weaver joined the force after serving in the US Navy in Vietnam, the post said. Weaver leaves behind his wife Lorraine, children, brother among other family, friends an…

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by David Cifarelli