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Double It Up: 2 $1M Powerball Winners Announced In Medway, Medford — Lottery Climbs To $1.2B Double It Up: 2 $1M Powerball Winners Announced In Medway, Medford — Lottery Climbs To $1.2B
Double It Up: 2 $1M Powerball Winners Announced In Medway, Medford — Lottery Climbs To $1.2B While no one claimed the $1 billion Powerball prize on Wednesday, April 3, two Bay Staters walked away millionaires after the drawing.  The tickets were sold in Medway at Cumberland Farms at 41 Milford St. and Wegman's at 3850 Mystic Valley Pkwy. in Medford.  Related: Braintree Woman Claims $1M In MegaMillions Lottery The winner's names were not announced, but they are among the nine people across the country who won $1 million in Wednesday's drawing. They correctly guessed the five white balls in the drawing.  Since no one claimed the Powerball prize, Saturday's dra…
57-Year-Old Man ID'd As Victim In Fatal Cement Truck Crash In Boston 57-Year-Old Man ID'd As Victim In Fatal Cement Truck Crash In Boston
57-Year-Old Man ID'd As Victim In Fatal Cement Truck Crash In Boston Police have identified the man who was hit by a cement truck as he crossed the street on Tuesday, April 2, in South Boston and have released some preliminary findings from their investigation.  Fernando R. Pizarro, 57, who was last listed as homeless has been named as the victim in the crash near Traveler Street and Frontage Road just after 10 a.m., State Police said.  Investigators say Pizzaro was maneuvering his wheelchair "in and around" stopped cars at the intersection when the light turned green and a Boston Sand and Gravel cement truck ran over him.  The driver of…
Man Admits To Robbing Malden Market With Fake Pistol: Prosecutor Man Admits To Robbing Malden Market With Fake Pistol: Prosecutor
Man Admits To Robbing Malden Market With Fake Pistol: Prosecutor A 58-year-old Malden Man has admitted to his role in a 2021 robbery, where he used an Airsoft pistol that looked like a real firearm, authorities said.  John Schurko pleaded guilty to one count of interference with commerce by robbery and faces up to 20 years in prison when he is sentenced in May, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said.  Related: Ex-FedEx Driver Who Stole Gun, Sold Them From Truck In Mass Gets 6 Days In Jail Schurko was accused of robbing the Harvard Market in Malden on Dec. 12, 2021, when he walked in waving what looked like a black handgun, walked behind the …
Second Man Busted In Fatal Stabbing Of Medford Soon-To-Be Dad Second Man Busted In Fatal Stabbing Of Medford Soon-To-Be Dad
Second Man Busted In Fatal Stabbing Of Medford Soon-To-Be Dad A second man has been arrested in connection with the fatal Boston stabbing of a Medford man, who was about to have a baby girl. Julio Ardon, 26, was arrested near 464 Birch Street in Fall River around 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 11, in connection with the death of Wilfredo Landaverde Arevalo, 34. Related: Medford Man Fatally Stabbed In Boston ID’d By Police He was arrested for assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and is set to appear in East Boston District Court, police said. Arevalo was found with life-threatening stab wounds shortly after 6:30 a.m. near 186 Gove St. on Fri…
Cambridge's Ben Affleck Runs — Stumbles — On Dunkin For Ad Recreating 2020 Viral Meme Cambridge's Ben Affleck Runs — Stumbles — On Dunkin For Ad Recreating 2020 Viral Meme
Cambridge's Ben Affleck Runs — Stumbles — On Dunkin For Ad Recreating 2020 Viral Meme Even Batman couldn’t save this former Massachusetts resident from dropping his coffee and a pile of donut boxes for a new Dunkin’ commercial. Ben Affleck, age 51, of Cambridge, created a 2020 viral meme for a new Dunkin’ Donuts commercial, in which he juggles and drops several boxes of donuts and some iced coffee while leaving his home. New Ben Affleck Dunkin pic just dropped pic.twitter.com/GHFXPXHPbN — Colin Young (@ColinYovng) December 31, 2020 Now the “Justice League” star is collaborating with TikToker Charli D’Amelio for the commercial that is filming in Los Angeles, according to…
Medford Man Fatally Stabbed In Boston Was Expecting Baby Girl Medford Man Fatally Stabbed In Boston Was Expecting Baby Girl
Medford Man Fatally Stabbed In Boston Was Expecting Baby Girl A Medford man who was killed after being stabbed in East Boston on Friday, Dec. 15, was identified as an expectant father. A fundraiser has been created to help his family.  Wilfredo Landaverde Arevalo, 34, was found with life-threatening stab wounds shortly after 6:30 a.m. near 186 Gove St., police said. Paramedics rushed him to a local hospital, where he died. Related: Man Dies From Stab Wounds In Boston Hospital: Police Arevalo was expecting a baby girl and was excited about becoming a father, his obituary said. “He was a very intelligent man, as he studied both Spanis…
Driver Killed In Stoneham I-93 Crash ID'd As Somerville Woman, 34 Driver Killed In Stoneham I-93 Crash ID'd As Somerville Woman, 34
Driver Killed In Stoneham I-93 Crash ID'd As Somerville Woman, 34 Authorities have identified the woman killed in a crash in Stoneham on Wednesday morning, Dec. 13.  Kayla E. Discroll, age 34, died when she was ejected from her 2015 Nissan Rogue SUV after it rolled over on I-93 North near Exit 25 just before 9 a.m. Police are not sure what caused her vehicle to crash.  But investigators are asking for the public's help to find a dark-colored SUV similar to a Subaru Crosstrek or a Nissan Rogue that was seen speeding and driving erratically earlier that morning between Medford and Stoneham.  Investigators ask anyone who saw the vehicle or ha…
UPDATE: 1 Dead In Multi-Car Crash In Stoneham, Causing Major Delays UPDATE: 1 Dead In Multi-Car Crash In Stoneham, Causing Major Delays
Update: 1 Dead In Multi-Car Crash In Stoneham, Causing Major Delays Update: Police are asking for the public's help in finding a small SUV that was spotted speeding and driving erratically near the fatal I-93 crash on Thursday morning. Investigators say the vehicle is close to a Subaru Crosstrek or a Nissan Rogue.  Police say the car was driving in the Medford Stoneham area around 8:25 to 8:45 a.m. Police ask anyone who may have seen this vehicle or has information about to call Trooper CJ Murgo at the State Police Detective Unit for Middlesex County at 781-897-6609 or the State Police-Medford Barracks at 781-396-0100 Original: One person is dead …
'Instagrammable' Crumbl Cookies To Open In Hudson 'Instagrammable' Crumbl Cookies To Open In Hudson
'Instagrammable' Crumbl Cookies To Open In Hudson Middlesex County residents with a sweet tooth have a reason to rejoice as Crumbl Cookies, the “Instagrammable” cookie chain, will open its doors in Hudson. Crumbl Cookies will open its new location at 3 Highland Commons Suite 300, in Hudson, on Friday, Dec. 15. Hudson Crumbl owners Dennis Sosa and Richard Howell, who have known each other for nine years, remembered how their families were obsessed with the cookies. Store owners Dennis Sosa and Richard Howell in front of Hudson Crumbl, wearing the shop's signature pink colors. Crumbl “We each have a house full of boys who all love c…
'Any Place. Anytime': US Senator Threatens To Fight Mass-Born Union Boss 'Any Place. Anytime': US Senator Threatens To Fight Mass-Born Union Boss
'Any Place. Anytime': US Senator Threatens To Fight Mass-Born Union Boss A US senator and one-time MMA fighter threatened to fight a New Englander who is the president of the Teamsters, over a mean tweet on Tuesday, Nov. 14.  Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma took issue with International Brotherhood of Teamsters President Sean O'Brien, a Massachusetts native from Medford,  calling the freshman congressman a "greedy CEO," a "clown," and a "fraud" on X, formerly known as Twitter.  “Sir, this is a time, this is a place. If you want to run your mouth, we can be two consenting adults and finish it here,” Mullin said before standing up.  The 51-year-old …
Postal Worker Assaulted, Robbed While On Job In Medford: Police Postal Worker Assaulted, Robbed While On Job In Medford: Police
Postal Worker Assaulted, Robbed While On Job In Medford: Police Police are investigating a terrifying attack on a US Postal Service mail carrier in Middlesex County. The postal worker was roughed up by three suspects on Tuesday, Oct. 31, at around 11:40 a.m. near Arden Road and Winthrop Street in Medford, according to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. The suspects snatched a key from the carrier before running away toward a car waiting on Playstead Road, the Medford Police Department said. On Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at around 11:40 a.m., the Medford Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call... Posted by Medford Police Department on …
$1M Lottery Win: Mass Man Loses Winning Ticket, Housekeeper Finds It $1M Lottery Win: Mass Man Loses Winning Ticket, Housekeeper Finds It
$1M Lottery Win: Mass Man Loses Winning Ticket, Housekeeper Finds It A Middlesex County man is $1 million richer now, thanks to his honest housekeeper.  Khalil Soussa, of Medford, won the payday playing the “15,000,000 Money Maker” scratch-off lottery game, Massachusetts Lottery Officials said.  He bought the ticket months ago but lost it. Soussa's housekeeper found it inside a vase, the lottery said.  Soussa took the lump sum of $650,000 before taxes rather than the annuity.  He said he plans to use the money to help a friend and donate to charities.  He bought the ticket at Tony’s Convenience at 416 Salem St. in Medfor…
Medford Man Dies Unexpectedly, Community Rallies Around 'Devastated' Family Medford Man Dies Unexpectedly, Community Rallies Around 'Devastated' Family
Medford Man Dies Unexpectedly, Community Rallies Around 'Devastated' Family A Middlesex County man described as "the type of kid everyone knew and loved" died, leading his community to support his grieving family.  Anthony Schiavone, of Medford, died unexpectedly and tragically, according to Facebook posts made by loved ones and a GoFundMe created on Thursday, Aug. 24.  Schiavone was a graduate of Medford Vocational Tech High, according to his Facebook page. He was described as a "hard worker" and a "great person" in one Facebook tribute post. That post ended with the hashtags #mentalhealthIsReal and #CheckOnThePeopleYouLove. "You’d be har…
Waltham Man, 35, Dies After Stroke, 3 Cardiac Arrests, Community Helps Widow Bear Burden Waltham Man, 35, Dies After Stroke, 3 Cardiac Arrests, Community Helps Widow Bear Burden
Waltham Man, 35, Dies After Stroke, 3 Cardiac Arrests, Community Helps Widow Bear Burden A Middlesex County man diagnosed with brain cancer died before he was able to start treatment. Michael Martins, of Waltham, and formerly of Newton, Medford, and Framingham, died on Aug. 1 after a hemorrhagic stroke, brain bleed, three cardiac arrests, and internal bleeding of the lungs, according to a GoFundMe created for his funeral expenses.  The hemorrhagic stroke left Martins, age 35, disabled and unable to walk, talk, or eat for a period of time before his death. "He touched many lives in a short period of time and will be truly missed by all who were fortunate to have known…
Elderly Couple Beaten By 37-Year-Old In Medford Over MBTA Train Seats Elderly Couple Beaten By 37-Year-Old In Medford Over MBTA Train Seats
Elderly Couple Beaten By 37-Year-Old In Medford Over MBTA Train Seats A woman was arrested for attacking an elderly couple when they asked her to move her bag, officials say.  Krysten Kulch, age 37, punched a 76-year-old couple multiple times with a closed fist at the Wellington Station in Medford around 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 20, according to MBTA Superintendent Richard Sullivan.  The victims told police that they simply asked Kulch to move her bag so they could sit together when she attacked them.  Related: Amtrak Train Hits Person In Sharon, Causing 45-Minute Delays Kulch was charged with two counts of assault and battery on an…
New Update: Medford Residents Evacuate, Roads Close As Police Investigate Bomb Threat New Update: Medford Residents Evacuate, Roads Close As Police Investigate Bomb Threat
New Update: Medford Residents Evacuate, Roads Close As Police Investigate Bomb Threat An unknown caller reportedly demanded a bag full of cash, threatening to bomb a business if he wishes were not fulfilled, officials say.  The area of 200 Mystic Avenue in Medford was closed the morning of Wednesday, July 5 because of a reported bomb threat, according to the Medford Police Department.  An employee at City Check Cashing, located at 209 Mystic Avenue, called 911 around 8:50 a.m. reporting that the business had just received a threatening call from a man. The man reportedly told the employee to put a large sum of money in a bag and drop it off at a nearby location. He threate…
Construction Worker Hospitalized After Fall From Medford Home's Roof Into Basement Construction Worker Hospitalized After Fall From Medford Home's Roof Into Basement
Construction Worker Hospitalized After Fall From Medford Home's Roof Into Basement A construction worker suffered life-threatening injuries after falling between 15 and 20 feet, officials say.  Firefighters were alerted of a construction accident on Green Road in Medford around 11:55 a.m. on Monday, July 3 in which a construction worker fell between 15 and 20 feet, according to the Medford Firefighters Local 1032.  The worker fell from the roof into the basement of a single-family home. He suffered life-threatening injuries in the fall.  Firefighter crews extricated the worker from the basement. He was then evaluated by the Armstrong Ambulance Service…
New Update: Medford Woman Assaulted While On Walk, Police Ask For Help To ID Suspect New Update: Medford Woman Assaulted While On Walk, Police Ask For Help To ID Suspect
New Update: Medford Woman Assaulted While On Walk, Police Ask For Help To ID Suspect Police shared a video of the man who repeatedly punched a woman in her 20s who was taking an evening walk in the hopes that a member of the public will recognize the attacker. A woman in her 20s was taken to the hospital after being hit multiple times by an unknown man who followed her at night, officials say.  The young woman was taking an evening walk in the area of Main Street and Royall Street when a man physically assaulted her around 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, July 2, according to the Medford Police Department.  Video of suspect that followed a woman from Somerville, MA. into Medford…
'Unable To Attract Enough Customers': Wegmans Closing Natick Store This Summer 'Unable To Attract Enough Customers': Wegmans Closing Natick Store This Summer
'Unable To Attract Enough Customers': Wegmans Closing Natick Store This Summer A lack of shoppers has become the downfall for one major location of a popular grocery store chain in Massachusetts. Wegmans announced on Thursday, June 1 that they are closing their Natick store, located at 1245 Worcester Street, this summer because the location has struggled to attract enough customers.  The 365 employees at the store were told about the closure and that they would be able to keep their positions with the company at other locations.  “Making these decisions is never easy. However, we do it for the long-term benefit of our people, our customers, and our communit…
This Massachusetts City Is Among The Fastest-Growing In The Country: Report This Massachusetts City Is Among The Fastest-Growing In The Country: Report
This Massachusetts City Is Among The Fastest-Growing In The Country: Report Data released by the US Census Bureau revealed that nine of the nation’s 15 fastest-growing large cities were in the South, but one Massachusetts municipality just barely made the cut. Medford was listed at number 15 on the Bureau's list of the Fastest-Growing Large Cities in the United States, which was released on Thursday, May 18. According to the study, Medford's population grew by 5.2 percent from July 2021 to July 2022. The Boston suburb was also the only city in the Northeast to make the list.  A full list of the top 15 fasted-growing large cities can be found below:  Nine of t…
Teenaged Trio Nabbed In Stolen Car Pursuit In Wellesley: Police Teenaged Trio Nabbed In Stolen Car Pursuit In Wellesley: Police
Teenaged Trio Nabbed In Stolen Car Pursuit In Wellesley: Police Three 15-year-olds led police in a chase that reached unsafe speeds in the latest development of a string of stolen car cases in Wellesley, officials say. Police noticed a vehicle driving at very slow speeds on Colburn Road in Wellesley around 1:45 a.m. on Tuesday, May 2 and attempted to follow the vehicle as it sped down Washington Street, Forest Street, and into Needham, according to the Wellesley Police Department.  The speeding vehicle's license plate indicated that the vehicle was stolen from Great Plain Avenue in Wellesley early Monday morning.  Needham police joi…
Eat Up, Jam Out At Music Venue, Sandwich Shop Coming To Medford Eat Up, Jam Out At Music Venue, Sandwich Shop Coming To Medford
Eat Up, Jam Out At Music Venue, Sandwich Shop Coming To Medford A new jack-of-all-trades business in Medford will bring the community a new place to eat, drink, and see shows.  Deep Cuts, a 240-person capacity music venue is set to open at 21 Main Street in Medford Square on Saturday, May 20, according to the venue's Facebook page.  We're 𝗦𝗢 excited to announce we've teamed up with @get2thegigbos to book our new venue at 𝟮𝟭 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱! Our... Posted by Deep Cuts on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 Along with hosting musicians, Deep Cuts brews up its own beer and will open for lunch daily at 11:00 a.m.  The grand opening show will include perform…
Man Held Without Bail After Bodies Of Missing Medford Men Found In Storage Unit Man Held Without Bail After Bodies Of Missing Medford Men Found In Storage Unit
Man Held Without Bail After Bodies Of Missing Medford Men Found In Storage Unit A man who has been ordered held without bail after appearing in court for the murders of a Medford couple whose bodies were found in a Boston storage unit over the weekend.  Leonid Volkov, age 37, of Medford, pleaded not guilty to the murders of Pavel Vekshin, age 28, and Kiryl Schukin in Somerville District Court on Tuesday, April 18, 7News reports. Volkov was arrested and charged with the murders of the missing men from Medford on Friday April 14 after the bodies of both men were found inside a storage unit on Beacon Street in Brighton, the Middlesex County District At…
Prostitution Sting Nabs 7 In Burlington: Police Prostitution Sting Nabs 7 In Burlington: Police
Prostitution Sting Nabs 7 In Burlington: Police Seven men who believed they were meeting a prostitute they hired online at a Burlington motel got a surprise when only police answered the door, authorities said.  The reverse sting was set into motion on Wednesday, April 12, when a female Burlington officer posing as a hooker posted an ad for sexual services on a site known for prostitution. She offered to meet them at a local motel for a fee. Officials didn't release the name of the hotel used for the joint operation with the Department of Homeland Security. Those arrested in the sting were charged with sexual conduct for a fee,…
Missing Duo From Medford Have Not Been Heard From In 2 Weeks, DA Says Missing Duo From Medford Have Not Been Heard From In 2 Weeks, DA Says
Missing Duo From Medford Have Not Been Heard From In 2 Weeks, DA Says Authorities are asking for the public's help in locating two people who have been missing from Medford for more than two weeks.  Pavel Vekshin, age 28, and Kiryl Schukin, age 37, were reported missing by friends and coworkers on Sunday, April 9 but they apparently have not been heard from since Thursday, March 30.  They reportedly lived at an apartment on Locust Street, the Middlesex County District Attorney's Office reports. Police investigating the duo's disappearance have determined that both of their cell phones are off, the DA's Office adds. While police have found the vehi…
Immersive Disney Experience Makes Boston Audience Members' Dreams Come True Immersive Disney Experience Makes Boston Audience Members' Dreams Come True
Immersive Disney Experience Makes Boston Audience Members' Dreams Come True When people step into the castle at Lighthouse Artspace in Boston for the Immersive Disney Animation experience, they instantly feel like they are a part of the Disney magic. Guests can literally chase stars on the activated floors and pop bubbles in-between scenes, but the true magic comes from watching the wall-to-wall screens that surround the entire theater. “They’re stories about wishing, hoping and dreaming,” said Dorothy McKim, an Oscar-nominated special projects producer for Immersive Disney Animation. Immersive Disney Animation ExperienceDisney “It really brings the child ou…
Cause Released For Fire That Damaged Home Of Senator Elizabeth Warren's Son Cause Released For Fire That Damaged Home Of Senator Elizabeth Warren's Son
Cause Released For Fire That Damaged Home Of Senator Elizabeth Warren's Son Oily rags used during renovations were likely the cause of a multi-alarm fire that damaged a home owned by the son of a Massachusetts lawmaker in Greater Boston this week, fire officials said. The home of Alexander Warren, son of Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren, was severely damaged in a three-alarm fire that started around 1:19 a.m. on Tuesday, March 21, the Department of Fire Services (DFS) reports.  Crews responded to the house at 44 Terrace Road in Medford to find heavy smoke and flames coming from all three floors of the structure. The fire eventually worked its way up to three…
Column Of Fire Engulfs Boat At Somerville Yacht Club Column Of Fire Engulfs Boat At Somerville Yacht Club
Column Of Fire Engulfs Boat At Somerville Yacht Club A boat at the Winter Hill Yacht Club on the Mystic river caught fire, bringing marine fire units from three nearby communities to help extinguish the flames. Group 3 along with marine units from Boston, Cambridge, and Medford currently operating at a fully involved boat fire at WHYC https://t.co/rws0ONVFcQ — Somerville Firefighters Local 76 (@somfdlocal76) March 22, 2023 The fire broke out at the yacht club marina, located on 500 Artisan Way in Assembly Row, in Somerville, around 5:20 p.m. on Wednesday, March 22, according to the Somerville Fire Department.  One commuter was able to se…
Fire Destroys Million-Dollar Medford Home Owned By Sen Elizabeth Warren's Son: Report Fire Destroys Million-Dollar Medford Home Owned By Sen Elizabeth Warren's Son: Report
Fire Destroys Million-Dollar Medford Home Owned By Sen Elizabeth Warren's Son: Report Alexander Warren, son of Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren, lost his million-dollar home in the Greater Boston Area to an overnight fire this week, Boston25 reports.  Crews responded to the multi-alarm fire at 44 Terrace Road around 1 a.m. on Tuesday, March 21, the Boston Sparks Association said on Facebook.  Upon arrival, firefighters saw flames and heavy smoke coming from the home, which was empty at the time of the fire.  03/21/2023 City of Medford Box 3-182 At approximately 01:00 hrs., City of Medford Fire struck Box 182 for a reported... Posted by Boston Sparks Associatio…
Ukrainian Academic Takes Refuge In Massachusetts Thanks To Tufts Program Ukrainian Academic Takes Refuge In Massachusetts Thanks To Tufts Program
Ukrainian Academic Takes Refuge In Massachusetts Thanks To Tufts Program The work of a lifetime does not stop because of political or humanitarian crises, at least for academics supported by Tufts University's Scholars at Risk program. Tufts has participated in the international umbrella program "Scholars at Risk" since 2011, according to the university. The program has recently expanded and is currently supporting four academics from war-torn countries, two from Afghanistan and two from Ukraine. Volodymr Dubovyk, who has a permanent position in Ukraine as an associate professor at Odesa Mechnikov National University, now holds a temporary position as a visiti…
MIT Grad Students Save Dog Dumped From Car Stolen By Teenager In Cambridge: Police MIT Grad Students Save Dog Dumped From Car Stolen By Teenager In Cambridge: Police
MIT Grad Students Save Dog Dumped From Car Stolen By Teenager In Cambridge: Police A car thief stole a BMW with a dog still inside the vehicle, but their plot to rid themselves of the bystander canine were foiled by a group of MIT graduate students, officials say. The graduate students saw the BMW dump a dog out of the vehicle around 4:45 p.m. on Saturday, March 11 at the intersection of Wadsworth and Amherst Streets, Cambridge police say. The vehicle nearly hit three of the students as they attempted to remove the dog from the street.  The BMW's operator drove off, and the grad students flagged down police to report the incident. Police determined that a teenaged b…