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$100K Lottery Ticket Sold At Petro Plus In Chelmsford
March ended with a major payday for one Bay Stater after they purchased a winning lottery ticket in Middlesex County. The $100,000 Mass Cash ticket was sold at Petro Plus at 188 Princeton St. in Chelmsford on Sunday, March 31. The winner correctly guessed all five numbers of the daily drawing. Those numbers were 1, 3, 5, 7, 23. The winner's name was not released. Petro Plus will receive a bonus for the sale. More than 230 people won $600 or more on Sunday in the Massachusetts State Lottery. Click here to see a daily list of winners.
Police & Fire
Teen Crashes Into 74-Year-Old Woman In Chelmsford
A 74-year-old woman was seriously injured after an SUV hit her as she crossed the road in Chelmsford on Tuesday, March 5. The crash happened around 6:15 p.m. near the intersection of Main and School streets, Chelmsford police said. An 18-year-old man driving a Ford Edge hit a 74-year-old woman, causing her significant head trauma. A medical helicopter was called to the scene, but bad weather grounded the flight. Paramedics rushed her to Lowell General Hospital, where her condition is unknown, police said. The teenager remained at the scene and cooperated with polic…
Lifestyle
Pizza Aficionado Portnoy Tries 60-Year-Old East Boston Pizzeria To Avoid Restraining Order
Dave Portnoy's One Bite Pizza reviews can double a pizzeria's business with a good review or crush it with a bad one. So, it's not surprising that a lot of owners are willing to roll the dice to get their pies in Portnoy's hands. Others aren't. But an East Boston pizzeria owner took it to the extreme, the Barstool Sports owner said in his review of DaCoopas Pizza at 474 Saratoga St. Related: Dave Portnoy Calls Chelmsford Pizzeria His New 'Benchmark' "The guy in there aggressively getting me to come," Portnoy said before taking his first bite. "Not like a little bit. A lo…
Police & Fire
(
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) Thieves Swipe Jewelry From Elderly Woman In Revere; Police Issue Warning
Police in Revere are warning residents to be careful after another jewelry theft scam targeting the elderly was caught on video. Similar warnings were shared with residents in Lowell, Tyngsborough, Chelmsford, Dracut, Billerica, and Tewksbury. Revere Police said the thieves usually work in teams of two, one woman and one man driving in a car. Jewelry Theft Scam Elders Beware Please be aware of individuals that have been approaching unsuspecting victims, often... Posted by Revere Police on Thursday, November 16, 2023 The man and woman usually approach people on the streets or in the …
Police & Fire
Jewel Thieves Target Elderly In Merrimack Valley: Police
Police are warning six communities in the Merrimack Valley to keep an eye out for a man and woman who they say are targeting the elderly of their jewelry. Officials warned residents in Lowell, Tyngsborough, Chelmsford, Dracut, Billerica, and Tewksbury that the couple travel together and call people over to their car “to speak to them in a friendly and engaging manner,” a post issued by the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office said. Police have not released the number of thefts. Crime Alert via the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office. LPD6 Posted by Lowell Police Department (Officia…
Lifestyle
Eatery With 'Best Chicken Sandwiches Ever' Heads To Braintree
A beloved chicken chain will spread some crispy, spicy joy to a town in Norfolk County very soon. Dave's Hot Chicken, a chain specializing in chicken tenders and sliders, will open a new location in Braintree this fall at 30 Forbes Road, according to a spokesperson for the company. Doors will likely open sometime between mid-September to mid-October. Though, the company is aiming for the former. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DavesHotChicken (@daveshotchicken) Related: Dave's Hot Chicken Opening Second Massachusetts Locat…
Police & Fire
Armed Man Robs Chelmsford Business, Demands Cash, Nicotine Cartridges
Police are asking for the public's help to identify the masked man who held up a Middlesex County gas station, officials say. A man wearing a black gaiter-style mask flashed a handgun and demanded cash and disposable nicotine cartridges from a business at 71 Drum Road in Chelmsford in the early morning hours of Monday, July 31, according to the Chelmsford Police Department. The business registered at that address is Cumberland Farms, a gas station and convenience store. Chelmsford police arrived at the gas station around 2:41 a.m., after a 911 call reported the armed robb…
News
Chelmsford Police Sgt. Rescued From NH Mountains After Crews Hike 5 Miles To Find Him
A Chelmsford police sergeant was rescued over the weekend after he suffered a medical issue while hiking in the New Hampshire mountains, authorities said. Weather grounded rescue choppers and forced crews to walk five miles into the woods to find and carry him to safety. Sgt. Stephen Fredericks, 49, was hiking Carter Range of the White Mountains on Saturday, July 8, with eight friends when he began suffering symptoms of a potentially deadly medical emergency, NH wildlife officials said. Officials did not detail his condition. The seriousness of his condition and the location for…
Obituaries
Chelmsford Teenager, Athlete Dies After 'Hard-Fought' Battle With Rare Cancer
A former high school football player died after his life took a "serious and heartbreaking turn" when he was a junior in high school. Nikolas Sperounis, of Chelmsford, was an active high schooler, competing on both Chelmsford High School's varsity wrestling and football teams before he was diagnosed with cancer in the fall of 2021. Less than two years later, Sperounis died from his disease, according to social media posts made by school organizations. "Nik was one of the toughest, most positive, and athletic kids I have ever coached," reads a post on the Chelmsford High Wre…
Police & Fire
Chelmsford Motorcyclist Airlifted To Hospital After Memorial Day Weekend Crash
A 31-year-old motorcyclist is in critical condition after being involved in a crash in Chelmsford over Memorial Day weekend, according to authorities. Police responded to the crash near the intersection of Princeton Street and Richardson Road around 10:41 a.m. on Sunday, May 28, Chelmsford Police Chief James M. Spinney reports. Upon arrival, officers found the male motorcyclist laying on the ground. He was treated on scene before being airlifted to Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Spinney said. The driver of the other vehicle involved, a 76-year-old male, was taken to …
Obituaries
Chelmsford Police Officer Dies 2 Weeks After Cancer Diagnosis
An active-duty Chelmsford police officer who "put others before himself" died suddenly after a short but "courageous" battle with cancer. Timothy Bourke, a lifelong resident of Chelmsford and police officer since 1993, died on Sunday, May 7, according to the Chelmsford Police Department. Bourke was diagnosed with cancer only two weeks before his death. "We will miss his laughter, smile, and willingness to put others before himself always," said the announcement made by the Chelmsford Police Department. Thoughts and prayers go out to the Family of Officer Tim Bourke and to CPD. One…
Police & Fire
Emergency Excavation Order Brings Down Burned Chelmsford Home
A passerby knocked on doors and windows to alert the six residents of a Chelmsford home that the building was on fire, officials say. Still at the site of the fire almost 12 hours after the blaze began, Fire Chief Gary Ryan watched a two-family home on Quigley Avenue in Chelmsford get torn down. The two-and-a-half story home, built in 1880, broke out in heavy fire on Friday, April 21, sending firefighters to the scene at approximately 5:15 a.m., Ryan said. CHELMSFORD FIRE| pic.twitter.com/SPa7qyZwm4 — Lowell Scanner (@lowellmaradios) April 21, 2023 It took three and a half hours for…
Police & Fire
House Fire In Chelmsford Requires Backup To Battle (
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Firefighters are currently battling a fire at a home in Chelmsford, officials say. Mutual aid was requested to help deal with the blaze, according to the Billerica Fire Department on Facebook. CHELMSFORD FIRE| pic.twitter.com/SPa7qyZwm4 — Lowell Scanner (@lowellmaradios) April 21, 2023 This situation is still developing. Check back here for updates as they are available.
Lifestyle
Chelmsford Finally Gets Neighborhood Brewery As Lowell Business Expands
A beloved Lowell brewery is heading to Chelmsford, fulfilling the town's quest for a brewery that began years ago. Navigation Brewing Co., located at 122 Western Avenue in Lowell, is currently in the process of applying for licenses to get a Chelmsford location up and running by the end of summer, according to co-owner and brewer PJ Mercier, who jokes that his job title at Navigation actually is "everything under the sun." The taproom has a relaxed atmosphere that's perfect to unwind in, co-owner PJ Mercier said. Marte Media The brewery is known for keeping its offerings fresh, brewin…
Police & Fire
'Prolific Pill Pusher': Gang Member Who Tricked People Into Buying Fentanyl, Meth Gets 10 Years
A Middlesex County member of a violent street gang that police say is responsible for several drug overdoses was sentenced to 10 years behind bars, authorities said. Vando Gvozdarevic, 30, of Chelmsford, pleaded guilty last year to possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and 40 grams or more of fentanyl and was sentenced on Wednesday, March 15, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said. Gvozdarevic, a member of the gang Gangster Disciples, was arrested in 2021 with 12 others as part of a larger drug conspiracy that funneled narcotics into …
Weather
Parking Bans In Effect For These Eastern Mass Towns Ahead Of Winter Weather
Massachusetts is facing the fallout of a "significant" winter storm that is causing communities to batten down the hatches and enact parking bans. Between four and 11 inches of heavy snow, along with hazardous travel conditions, are expected in parts of eastern Massachusetts through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service Boston. Winter storm watch upgraded to winter storm warning generally north of I-90 with the exception of northeastern MA east of I-95 where an advisory is in effect. Advisory also in effect for areas south of I90 and west of I495 away from the coast. …
Police & Fire
Missing Chelmsford Senior With Dementia Found With Tracking System
The family of an 80-year-old woman with dementia were rewarded for planning ahead when their participation in a free Chelmsford program allowed a missing family member to be quickly found, officials say. Police received a report that the senior woman had been missing from the Technology Drive area for 45 minutes on Thursday, Jan. 12 around 9:30 a.m., the Chelmsford Police Department said. Chelmsford police, along with the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council Regional Response Team and the Massachusetts State Police Airwing, began to search fro the woman. Onc…
News
ID Released For 23-Year-Old Woman Killed In New Year's Chelmsford Crash: Report
A 23-year-old woman from Lowell who died in a multi-car crash on New Year's Day in Chelmsford has been identified as Choon Chae. of Lowell, the Lowell Sun Reports. State Troopers along with Chelmsford Police and Fire responded to the two-car crash on I-495 South in Chelmsford around 1:18 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, Massachusetts State Police report. Initial investigation suggests that a 2018 Subaru Impreza, driven by Chae, was struck by a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado being driven by a 29-year-old man from Manchester, NH. #MATraffic #Update Route 495 SB—-All lanes are closed to a serious crash…
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Authorities ID 30-Year-Old Billerica Man Killed In New Year's Chelmsford Crash
Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal New Year's Day crash in Chelmsford as 30-year-old Nicholas Kiesinger of Billerica, the Middlesex County District Attorney's Office reports. Police responded to the single-vehicle crash near 143 Littleton Road around 8:15 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Upon arrival, crews found a gray car that had struck two utility poles and rolled over. The driver, later identified as Kiesinger, was suffering from serious, life-threatening injuries. Kiesinger had to be extricated from the vehicle before he was ta…
Police & Fire
23-Year-Old Lowell Woman Dies In New Year's Day Crash In Chelmsford: Police
A 23-year-old woman from Lowell has died in a multi-car crash on New Year's Day in Chelmsford, authorities said. State Troopers along with Chelmsford Police and Fire responded to the two-car crash on I-495 South in Chelmsford around 1:18 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, Massachusetts State Police report. Initial investigation suggests that a 2018 Subaru Impreza, driven by the 23-year-old woman, was struck by a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado being driven by a 29-year-old man from Manchester, NH. Further investigation found that the Chevrolet had lost control while traveling north and hit the guardrail, p…
Police & Fire
30-Year-Old Billerica Man Dies In Chelmsford Car Crash On New Year's Day: Police
A 30-year-old man from Billerica has died in a rollover crash that happened on New Year's Day in Chelmsford, authorities said. Police responded to the single-vehicle crash near 143 Littleton Road around 8:15 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, according to Chelmsford Police Chief James M. Spinney. Upon arrival, crews found a gray car that had struck two utility poles and rolled over. The driver, who was the only person inside the car, was suffering from serious, life-threatening injuries. He taken to Lowell General Hospital where he later died, Spinney reports. The man's name has yet to be r…
Police & Fire
71-Year-Old Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Chelmsford Crash: Police
A 71-year-old Maine man was seriously injured Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 6, after he was hit while crossing Maple Road in Chelmsford, authorities said. Witnesses said the man was crossing the street near Byam Elementary School around 4:30 p.m. when a Toyota minivan smashed into him, officials said. The 60-year-old Chelmsford woman behind the wheel remained on the scene and was cooperating with investigators. Paramedics airlifted the Biddeford, ME., to Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington with serious injuries and head trauma, Chelmsford police said. Police are investiga…
Police & Fire
Silver Alert Canceled For Missing 83-Year-Old Man From Acton: Police
UPDATE Acton Police report that Huanlu Wang was found safe in Concord on Saturday, Dec. 3. Massachusetts State Police have issued a Silver Alert for an 83-year-old missing from Acton. Huanlu Wang was last seen in the area of 960 Main Street in Acton around 6:15 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, Acton Police report. Wang is known to walk to the Bruce Freedom Trail in Chelmsford as well as other placed far from home. Silver Alert for Huanlu Wang, 83, Asian male, 5’5”/140 lbs, brown eyes/gray hair, last seen leaving home on Sachem Way, Acton on foot at noon Friday. Known to walk long distances &am…
Police & Fire
Cycling Legend, 64, Dies From Wounds Following Acton Crash Last Month; Police Investigating
The Middlesex District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday, Nov. 29, that police are investigating a fatal Oct. 31 wreck between a car and motorcycle in Acton. Philip Keyes, 64 of Acton, died weeks following the crash. Keyes was riding his motorcycle along Great Road when he crashed into an 82-year-old Chelmsford woman in a Subaru driving in the opposite direction around noon, authorities said. Responded airlifted Keyes tto Boston Medical Center where he died of his wounds on Nov. 16. The Subaru driver remained on the scene and cooperated with police, the prosecutor's office …
Police & Fire
Wanted Men Led Officers On Chase That Ended In Billerica Crash: Police
A Lowell man wanted on assault with deadly weapon charges and his fugitive passenger led police on a chase through several cities Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 12, before they crashed, authorities said. Chelmsford police received a 911 call around 12:30 p.m. that said Visitaction Rolon, 56, got into an argument with someone at a business on Drum Hill Road and pulled a knife and gun out during the confrontation, officials said. Rolon jumped into his truck and sped away before officers arrived. Chelmsford police said officers pulled the truck over on Drum Hill Road a few minutes …
Police & Fire
26-Year-Old Methuen 'Serial Bank Robber' Pleads Guilty To Tewksbury Heist: Feds
A 26-year-old Methuen man pleaded guilty to robbing a Tewksbury bank before he led police on a high-speed chase that topped out at 100 miles per hour, federal authorities said. Caio Costa faces up to 32 years in prison after he admitted in federal court to robbing the Salem Five Bank at 2171 Main Street on Sept. 25, 2020, the Department of Justice said. FBI agents said Costa walked into the bank wearing a dark motorcycle helmet, pulled a gun, and demanded cash. He stole $7,000 and bolted out the door to his waiting motorcycle, but police were in quick pursuit, agents said.&…
Police & Fire
Chelmsford Man Dies From 'Out Of Control' Shed Fire Sparked By Propane Torch
A Chelmsford man had died from his injuries sustained from an outdoor fire that grew out of control while he was using a propane torch, the Department of Fire Services said in a release. The fire started from a shed at a home at 12 Stearns Street shortly after noon on Wednesday, July 21, the department said. Upon arrival, firefighters found two people were injured. One victim, an older adult male, was airlifted to a local hospital where he later died, the department said. “Outdoor fire safety is important all year long, but especially while most of Massachusetts is in significa…
Traffic
Dump Truck Spills Concrete Across I-495 In Chelmsford
Crews were on the scene where a dump truck spilled wet concrete across all three lanes of I-495 southbound near exit 88 in Chelmsford, Massachusetts State Police said on Twitter. Troopers on scene, Rt 495 SB, south of Rt 3 Chelmsford, where dump truck spilled wet concrete across all three lanes. Multiple vehicles have driven through the concrete. All 3 travel lanes are now closed for cleanup of the cement. Traffic getting by in BDL only. #MATraffic — Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) July 20, 2022 All three lanes and exit were closed as crews worked to clean up the mess, MassDOT sai…
News
Two Killed After SUV Hits Deer On Route 495 In Chelmsford
Two people were killed on when their SUV hit a deer on a busy roadway in Massachusetts. The incident took place in Middlesex County on I-495 in Chelmsford around 4:50 a.m., Friday, June 3. When troopers arrived on the scene they discovered a 2016 Nissan Rogue driven by a 53-year-old Acton man in a stand of trees in the median, said Trooper Brandon Doherty. The man and his passenger were determined to be dead on the scene, Doherty said. The passenger is still in the process of being identified. No other vehicles are believed to have been involved in the crash. The deer was kill…
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