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Best High Schools: Massachusetts Well-Represented In Brand-New U.S. News Rankings Best High Schools: Massachusetts Well-Represented In Brand-New U.S. News Rankings
Best High Schools: Massachusetts Well-Represented In Brand-New U.S. News Rankings Massachusetts is well-represented on U.S. News & World Report's latest rankings of the nation's best high schools. The brand-new rankings were released Tuesday, April 23, and determined by performance on state-required tests, graduation, and how well they prepare students for college. The highest-ranked school in Massachusetts is Boston Latin School, which is rated 27th nationally. It drew high marks for students taking at least one AP exam, as well as proficiency in mathematics and reading, and for its high graduation rate. These other schools made the Top 10 in the Com…
Road Rage Hammer Attack Sends Man To Hospital In Central Mass; 2 Dracut Men Nabbed Road Rage Hammer Attack Sends Man To Hospital In Central Mass; 2 Dracut Men Nabbed
Road Rage Hammer Attack Sends Man To Hospital In Central Mass; 2 Dracut Men Nabbed Police have arrested two men after a road rage incident earlier this week ended when they beat a truck driver with a hammer on I-495 in Worcester County, authorities said.  Javier Gutierrez Vargas, 23, and Juan E. Marin, 28, are charged with two counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and a single count of disorderly conduct, State Police said on Tuesday, March 26.  The alleged attack happened just before 2 p.m. on Monday. It's unclear what started the altercation, but the truck driver, whose name was not released, and the two men in a Volkswagon GTI pulled into the …
Best Burger In Massachusetts Found At This Norwood Restaurant, Survey Says Best Burger In Massachusetts Found At This Norwood Restaurant, Survey Says
Best Burger In Massachusetts Found At This Norwood Restaurant, Survey Says The votes are in, and these are the best hamburgers in Massachusetts, according to burgerphiles. Over 5,000 voters took part in a survey conducted by Taste of Massachusetts asking where to find the best beef patties in the Bay State. More than 1,000 people tossed their favorite restaurants into the running and, after four rounds of “some very close voting,” the website had its ranking of the 16 best burgers in Massachusetts. Taking the crown with the number one spot was Norfolk County’s Lewis’ Bar and Grill, located in Norwood at 92 Central Street. A neighborhood staple since 1939, the s…
$100,000 Lottery Ticket Sold At Woburn Convenience Store $100,000 Lottery Ticket Sold At Woburn Convenience Store
$100,000 Lottery Ticket Sold At Woburn Convenience Store One lucky lottery player in Woburn turned $30 into $100,000.  The Massachusetts State Lottery announced that a $100,000 lottery ticket was sold on Thursday, Feb. 15, at Convenient 38, a store at 880 Main St. in Woburn. The store will get a bonus for selling the winner.  They won playing the 300X $30 scratch-off game. There are three remaining $15 million tickets, six $1 million cards, and 60 other $100,000 winners in circulation.  The winner's name was not released.  There was another $100,000 winner on Thursday as well.  Someone in Marlborough got all five Mass …
Murder-Suicide: Victim, 28, Moved To US To Chase Her Dreams, Friends Say Murder-Suicide: Victim, 28, Moved To US To Chase Her Dreams, Friends Say
Murder-Suicide: Victim, 28, Moved To US To Chase Her Dreams, Friends Say Kethlen Paula Alves Tavares Trindade Rocha, a 28-year-old woman gunned down by her ex-boyfriend in a murder-suicide in Marlborough, came to the United States to find a better life, her friends said in a fundraiser.  Kethlen was shot and killed Wednesday morning, Nov. 29, by her ex-boyfriend, Marlon Moreira Costa, 29, at her home on Rice Street, the Middlesex District Attorney said.  Related: Murder-Suicide: Man Shoots Ex, Himself In Marlborough Home The couple had been in an argument at his home the night before. The next morning, he followed her home, forced his way …
(UPDATE) Murder-Suicide: Man Shoots Ex, Himself In Marlborough Home; Victim, Gunman ID'd (UPDATE) Murder-Suicide: Man Shoots Ex, Himself In Marlborough Home; Victim, Gunman ID'd
(Update) Murder-Suicide: Man Shoots Ex, Himself In Marlborough Home; Victim, Gunman ID'd Update: Authorities identified the victim in Wednesday's murder-suicide as Kethlen Paula Alves Trindade DaRocha, 28, and the accused gunman as Marlon Moreira Costa, 29, both of Marlborough.  Original: A 29-year-old man is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend before turning the gun on himself inside the woman's Marlborough home Wednesday morning, Nov. 29, authorities said.  Related: Woman Killed In Marlborough Murder-Suicide Moved To US For Better Life The Middlesex District Attorney said the two had gotten into an argument Tuesday night at the man's home, where he thr…
Multiple Firefighters Hurt After 3-Alarm Framingham Blaze Multiple Firefighters Hurt After 3-Alarm Framingham Blaze
Multiple Firefighters Hurt After 3-Alarm Framingham Blaze A three-alarm fire displaced 40 people and injured four firefighters in Framingham on Saturday, Oct. 28. The fire happened at an apartment complex at 1630 Worcester Road on Saturday night. Firefighters were able to put out the flames, but not before the damage was done. Multiple apartments were left uninhabitable. One unit on the fourth floor sustained significant damage, Framingham Fire Chief Michael Dutcher said. Fire investigators did not say what sparked the blaze.  Last night, your #Framingham #Firefighters battled a tough, 3-alarm, high rise fire at 1630 Worcester Rd. It was a h…
Massachusetts-Based Based BJ's To Pay $9M For Not Reporting AC Defect Linked To Death, Feds Say Massachusetts-Based Based BJ's To Pay $9M For Not Reporting AC Defect Linked To Death, Feds Say
Massachusetts-Based Based BJ's To Pay $9M For Not Reporting AC Defect Linked To Death, Feds Say BJ's Wholesale Club has agreed to pay $9 million in penalties for failing to immediately report a known defect with an air conditioner it sold linked to the death of a mother after a house fire. The move by the Massachusetts-based company, located in Marlborough in Middlesex County, resolves its charges by the US. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The CPSC said BJ’s knowingly failed to immediately report to it, as required by law, that portable air conditioners manufactured by Royal Sovereign International, Inc. and sold by BJ’s, contained a defect that could create a substantial p…
Update: Accused Violent Suspect Who Escaped From Marlborough Hospital Captured, Police Say Update: Accused Violent Suspect Who Escaped From Marlborough Hospital Captured, Police Say
Update: Accused Violent Suspect Who Escaped From Marlborough Hospital Captured, Police Say Update: Marlborough police announced Sunday night, Sept. 24, that officers had captured Isaac Rivera after his brief flight from authorities. Officials did not detail how or where he was caught, but Marlborough police thanked the Milford Police Department for their assistance.  Original: A 24-year-old man charged with several violent felonies escaped from police custody while undergoing a medical procedure, authorities said on Sunday, Sept. 24.  Isaac Rivera is charged with domestic assault and battery, strangulation, assault and battery on a police officer, and ill…
These 10 Mass High Schools Rank Best In State In New U.S. News Report These 10 Mass High Schools Rank Best In State In New U.S. News Report
These 10 Mass High Schools Rank Best In State In New U.S. News Report A new U.S. News and World Report study ranked the top 10 Massachusetts public and charter high schools and crowned those who are best in class.  The publication released the new state rankings on Tuesday, Aug. 29, grading schools on graduation rates, college readiness, and teacher-to-student ratio.  Boston Latin School led the pack in Massachusetts with a graduation rate of 98 percent and a college readiness rating of 94.4. The school also ranked as one of the 50 best in the nation. Following Boston Latin School were Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School …
Marlborough College Professor Indicted On Child Porn Charges: Feds Marlborough College Professor Indicted On Child Porn Charges: Feds
Marlborough College Professor Indicted On Child Porn Charges: Feds An American Sign Language professor from Middlesex County, who allegedly traded child pornography online featuring kids as young as 4, was indicted this week on multiple federal charges, authorities said.  Larry Stephen, 45, of Marlborough, is charged with one count of receipt of child pornography, distribution of child pornography, and possession of child pornography, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said on Thursday, Aug. 17. Police arrested him in June.  Agents in Virginia began investigating Stephen in May after they found child porn being shared on an unnamed social med…
(Update) Woman Killed Boyfriend At Marlborough Home With His Young Son Inside: Police (Update) Woman Killed Boyfriend At Marlborough Home With His Young Son Inside: Police
(Update) Woman Killed Boyfriend At Marlborough Home With His Young Son Inside: Police A 37-year-old woman accused of killing her boyfriend during an argument at their home in Middlesex County on Wednesday, Aug. 2, is being held without bail, authorities said.  Darlene Carreras, of Marlborough, is charged with manslaughter in the stabbing death of 45-year-old Eric Murray inside the Stone Gate Apartments on Saint Ives Way, the Middlesex District Attorney said.  A neighbor of Carreras called 911 just after 10:30 p.m. Wednesday after they heard sounds of a fight and a woman screaming for help, the prosecutor said. When officers arrived, they found M…
1 Man Killed, Another Injured In Marlborough Attack 1 Man Killed, Another Injured In Marlborough Attack
1 Man Killed, Another Injured In Marlborough Attack Police in Norfolk County are investigating a late Wednesday night, Aug. 2, attack that left one man dead and another person injured, authorities said.  Marlborough police received a 911 call just after 10:30 p.m. about a fight inside an apartment at  Stone Gate Apartments on St. Ives Way, authorities said.  Police found a 45-year-old man inside the home with severe injuries. Responders rushed him to UMass Marlborough Hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead. The Middlesex District Attorney's Office did not release the man's name.  Reports on police 911 calls say…
Child Porn: Marlborough Man Accused Of Sharing Images On Social Media, Feds Say Child Porn: Marlborough Man Accused Of Sharing Images On Social Media, Feds Say
Child Porn: Marlborough Man Accused Of Sharing Images On Social Media, Feds Say A 44-year-old Marlborough man is accused of receiving child pornography found stored on his cellphone, federal authorities said.  Larry Stephen is charged with one count of receipt, distribution, and possession of child pornography, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said. Police arrested him on Tuesday, June 18, and a judge released him on conditions after his first appearance in court.  Police searched Stephen's home on June 7 after they traced his account on a social media platform to sharing child porn, federal investigators said. Officers found the offending material on h…
Family 'Devastated' By Unexpected Death Of 54-Year-Old Marlborough Mother Family 'Devastated' By Unexpected Death Of 54-Year-Old Marlborough Mother
Family 'Devastated' By Unexpected Death Of 54-Year-Old Marlborough Mother A MetroWest family is trying to find peace after suddenly losing one of their most beloved members this month.  Nanette Sahagian "fought everyday of her life," a GoFundMe campaign organized on her behalf reads.  The 54-year-old's unexpected death over the weekend has left her family "devastated" and desperately "trying to move forward" without her.  Sadly Derek’s sister, Nanette, passed away unexpectedly this past weekend. She was only 54. Thank you for all the heartfelt messages we’ve been receiving. Xo Posted by Nancy DelVecchio on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 "My heart breaks for my mom …
Son Accused Of Killing 82-Year-Old Mother Outside Marlborough Hotel: DA Son Accused Of Killing 82-Year-Old Mother Outside Marlborough Hotel: DA
Son Accused Of Killing 82-Year-Old Mother Outside Marlborough Hotel: DA A 53-year-old man from Westborough is accused of killing his 82-year-old mother outside of a hotel in Marlborough this week, according to officials. Daniel Uhlman is facing several charges including armed assault to murder a person over 60 in connection with the death of his mother Nancy Uhlman, the Middlesex County District Attorney's Office reports.  Marlborough Police responded the a Lakeside Avenue hotel on Thursday afternoon, June 1, where they found Nancy's body and arrested Daniel, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  Right Now: A homicide investigation is underway in Marlbor…
Woman Killed In Marlborough Parking Lot; Suspect In Custody: DA (DEVELOPING) Woman Killed In Marlborough Parking Lot; Suspect In Custody: DA (DEVELOPING)
Woman Killed In Marlborough Parking Lot; Suspect In Custody: DA (Developing) A woman was killed in the parking lot of a Marlborough hotel Thursday, June 1, afternoon, and police have captured a suspect, authorities said.  Police were called to the hotel on Lakeside Avenue just after 12:30 p.m. and found the body.  Police did not say how she was killed or how they found their suspect. They also did not identify either of them.  Marlborough police and the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office are investigating the slaying.  Check back with the Daily Voice for updates on this developing story. 
Bloodied Marlborough Attempted Murder Suspect Leads Wild Police Chase, Officials Say Bloodied Marlborough Attempted Murder Suspect Leads Wild Police Chase, Officials Say
Bloodied Marlborough Attempted Murder Suspect Leads Wild Police Chase, Officials Say An attempted murder suspect was found with serious, likely self-inflicted, injuries after leading police in a lengthy car chase, officials say. Mark T. Donahue, 41, a suspect in an attempted murder in Marlborough, was captured through the efforts of multiple police departments on Thursday, April 27, according to the Massachusetts State Police. Massachusetts State Police were notified at 9:50 p.m. that Weston Police were pursuing an attempted murder suspect in a 2022 Toyota Highlander SUV on Route 20. State troopers took over the pursuit as 41-year-old Donahue sped onto Route 95, and contin…
Woman Attacks Woman With Car Keys In Alleged Framingham Hate Crime Incident Woman Attacks Woman With Car Keys In Alleged Framingham Hate Crime Incident
Woman Attacks Woman With Car Keys In Alleged Framingham Hate Crime Incident Authorities are investigating after a woman from Marlborough assaulted another woman in Framingham in what reports are saying was a racially-movitated attack.  The incident happened outside California Nails, located at 49 Hollis Street, on Wednesday, March 29, Framingham Police told Daily Voice. The incident happened outside California Nails in downtown Framingham on Wednesday, March 29Google Maps Street View Michelle Millburn, age 45, attacked a victim multiple times while holding a set of keys. She has since been charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, police report.…
Arrest Made In Shooting At Lynn Wendy's That Injured 16-Year-Old Boy: Police Arrest Made In Shooting At Lynn Wendy's That Injured 16-Year-Old Boy: Police
Arrest Made In Shooting At Lynn Wendy's That Injured 16-Year-Old Boy: Police A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting that happened at a drive-thru window of a fast food restaurant on the North Shore last month.  The teenager was arrested in Marlborough on Wednesday, March 29, for the shooting that injured a 16-year-old worker at a Lynn Wendy's on Tuesday, Feb. 7, Lynn Police said on Twitter.  UPDATE: An arrest has been made for the shooting that occurred at Wendy's in February. @FraminghamPD @MarlboroughMaPD pic.twitter.com/Im9EtR7738 — Lynn Police Dept (@LynnPoliceDept) March 29, 2023 The male employee was taken to the hospital with n…
Framingham Steps Up For Fiancée Of Soon-To-Be Father Who Passed Unexpectedly Framingham Steps Up For Fiancée Of Soon-To-Be Father Who Passed Unexpectedly
Framingham Steps Up For Fiancée Of Soon-To-Be Father Who Passed Unexpectedly A man who died the same week his fiancée was due to give birth is remembered as a "great person with a good heart" and a "sweet and endearing personality."  Jonathan B. Damas, who was "overwhelmed with pride and joy in knowing that he would soon become a father," died unexpectedly at 30 on Saturday, Feb. 18, just days before his son was due to be born, according to his obituary.  Damas's family created a GoFundMe to support Damas's fiancée, Luisa Velasquez, and their unborn child. The call to action was met with generous donations, and the family exceeded their goal of raising $10,000 in o…
Construction Workers Injured After 25-Foot Fall In Marlborough: Fire Department Construction Workers Injured After 25-Foot Fall In Marlborough: Fire Department
Construction Workers Injured After 25-Foot Fall In Marlborough: Fire Department Two construction workers were hospitalized after falling about 25 feet off scaffolding near the Marlborough Public Library, fire officials confirm to Daily Voice. Firefighters got a call reporting the fall around 8:25 a.m. on Friday Feb. 10, Assistant Fire Chief Jeff Emanuelson told Daily Voice.  Upon arrival, crews transported two male workers to UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, Emanuelson said. Both had significant but not life-threatening injuries.  The incident is under investigation by Marlborough Police and OSHA officials. 
State Police Conduct Water Search For Missing 57-Year-Old Man From Ware State Police Conduct Water Search For Missing 57-Year-Old Man From Ware
State Police Conduct Water Search For Missing 57-Year-Old Man From Ware State Police scoured the waters of a reservoir in Central Massachusetts for a 57-year-old man who has been missing for several days.  Jeffrey Allard, of Ware, was last seen in the Farm Road/Cook Lane area after leaving Marlborough Hospital, on Sunday morning, Jan. 22, state and local police report.  Allard is described as a White male, standing 6-foot-1, weighing 170 pounds with short brown curly hair and brown eyes.  He was last seen wearing blue jeans, black shoes, black gloves and a dark grey hooded jacket with a Coca-Cola logo on the right side. He was carrying a duffle bag, according…
Five-Hour Standoff At Marlborough Mobile Home Park Ends With Tear Gas: Police Five-Hour Standoff At Marlborough Mobile Home Park Ends With Tear Gas: Police
Five-Hour Standoff At Marlborough Mobile Home Park Ends With Tear Gas: Police A police standoff in Marlborough that lasted several hours started with destruction of property and ended in tears – literally. Marlborough Police responded to a report of a man smashing windows and breaking furniture in his trailer at Val's Mobile Home Park around 1:17 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 11, Sgt. Zachary Attaway told Daily Voice.  Responding officers were trying to find Chris Harper, who had an outstanding warrant for his arrest, Attaway said. When they approached his home, Harper walked onto the front porch with a knife, held it up and threatened to stab officers…
'A True Hero': Central Mass Paramedic Mike Bernard Loses Battle With Cancer 'A True Hero': Central Mass Paramedic Mike Bernard Loses Battle With Cancer
'A True Hero': Central Mass Paramedic Mike Bernard Loses Battle With Cancer A "kind and compassionate" paramedic who served the people of Hudson and Marlborough for 20 years has lost his battle with cancer.  Patriot Ambulance shared the news of "Uncle" Mike Bernard's passing on Facebook only a few days after the seasoned first responder was suddenly diagnosed with cancer.  "It’s with broken hearts that we announce that Mike's time on this earth was cut short, as he passed today surrounded by his family," the post from Sunday, Jan. 8 reads.  It’s with broken hearts that we announce that Mike's time on this earth was cut short, as he passed today surrounded by.…
'Compassionate' Hudson Paramedic Mike Bernard Suddenly Diagnosed With Cancer 'Compassionate' Hudson Paramedic Mike Bernard Suddenly Diagnosed With Cancer
'Compassionate' Hudson Paramedic Mike Bernard Suddenly Diagnosed With Cancer If there was one story that embodied the saying "cancer sucks," it would be that of Hudson paramedic "Uncle" Mike Bernard.  Bernard, who has been serving the citizens of Hudson and Marlborough for 20 years, will be off the job indefinitely after he was suddenly diagnosed with cancer, according to a GoFundMe.  This leaves the seasoned life-saver in the care of his family, including his wife Larni, son Kolby and daughter Cami, the campaign reads. Therefore, his fellow first responders are looking for funds to support Bernard's family during this difficult time. "He is a kind and co…
GoFundMe RoundUp: Help These Massachusetts Women Fight Breast Cancer GoFundMe RoundUp: Help These Massachusetts Women Fight Breast Cancer
GoFundMe RoundUp: Help These Massachusetts Women Fight Breast Cancer October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and we'd like to highlight some of the Massachusetts families battling this awful disease who need our help.  Aliza Is Battling Cancer Again, But She Dreams Of Hobbits For Aliza Guyer by Rachael Kalan (Arlington): Aliza Guyer will soon start another round of chemotherapy — a more potent and toxic version. She's been told that once she starts this new treatment, her mobility and lower quality of life may make traveling impossible. Aliza's son, Jonah, has wanted to travel to New Zealand for a long time since he first saw Lord of the Rin…
65-Year-Old Marlborough Man Filmed Himself Sexually Abusing His Friends' Children: Feds 65-Year-Old Marlborough Man Filmed Himself Sexually Abusing His Friends' Children: Feds
65-Year-Old Marlborough Man Filmed Himself Sexually Abusing His Friends' Children: Feds A 65-year-old man who sexually assaulted several children and filmed others in the nude will serve the next six decades in prison, a federal judge ruled this week.  Philip Raymond of Marlborough pleaded guilty to 13 counts of sexual exploitation of children earlier this year, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said. Raymond's victims ranged in age from 4 to 13 years ago, and many of them were his friends' children, the prosecutor said.  Investigators found videos that Raymond captured using hidden cameras from 2004 until 2012 that were installed in his bathroom and in his own child…
Hazmat Crews Investigating 'Unknown Chemicals' In Marlborough (DEVELOPING) Hazmat Crews Investigating 'Unknown Chemicals' In Marlborough (DEVELOPING)
Hazmat Crews Investigating 'Unknown Chemicals' In Marlborough (Developing) Authorities have been on the scene of a hazmat situation in Marlborough for several hours, WHDH reports. The incident was first reported by Ian Hathaway (@ianhathaway12) at the Sheffield Court Condominiums, located at 624 Boston Post Road East, in the afternoon of Tuesday, Sept. 6.  On scene in Marlborough at 624 Boston Post Rd E, their 1 hazmat response. District 14 team is on scene. pic.twitter.com/YDx7cLbK6F — Ian Hathaway (@ianhathaway12) September 6, 2022 After making an initial entry into the building, authorities determined an official hazmat situation with "unknown chemicals in…
Fires Burns More Than 2 Dozen Acres In Marlborough: Firefighters Fires Burns More Than 2 Dozen Acres In Marlborough: Firefighters
Fires Burns More Than 2 Dozen Acres In Marlborough: Firefighters Heavy smoke blanketed a large swath of Marlborough over the weekend as a brush fire burned more than two dozen acres of land.  The fire began just before noon on Friday, Aug. 19, about a mile from Concord Road, the Marlborough Fire Department said in a Facebook post. Crews from Marlborough Sudbury and Hudson Fire departments battled the blaze throughout the weekend until they put it out on Sunday.  The conflagration consumed 25 acres of woods, the fire department said. Firefighters didn't report any damage to homes.  The Marlborough Fire Department said firefighter…
Breakheart Reservation In Saugus Still Closed As Crews Battle Massive Brush Fire (PHOTOS) Breakheart Reservation In Saugus Still Closed As Crews Battle Massive Brush Fire (PHOTOS)
Breakheart Reservation In Saugus Still Closed As Crews Battle Massive Brush Fire (Photos) Breakheart Reservation in Saugus has been closed for several days because of a multi-acre brush fire that has shown no signs of stopping.  The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) originally closed the park on Wednesday, Aug. 17 but has since extended the closure until Wednesday, Aug. 24.  UPDATE: @MassDCR has issued the following recreational advisory for Breakheart Reservation in Saugus: pic.twitter.com/J6B6jjuRN9 — MassDCR (@MassDCR) August 21, 2022 While the cause of the fire is under investigation, A DCR official told NBC Boston that these fires are "suspi…