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Worcester Program for Addiction Recovery Launches
District Attorney Joseph Early’s office has announced The Worcester Program for Addiction Recovery will officially launch on December 19th. After months of intensive training, volunteer advocates will work in the community to bridge the gap between police and individuals in need of help and drug treatment. On Facebook, D.A. Early said, “I was honored to…
Read MorePolice Searching For Armed Man In Spencer
Monday 7PM Update: This suspect still has not been apprehended. After searching in the woods near Paxton Road for approximately 5 hours last night, police called off their search for the suspect. Police are still looking for 38 year old Steven Patchen of Warren, Massachusetts. Spencer Police say he has an active warrant for a…
Read MoreIcy Roads Blamed For Charlton Crash
Icy roads and speed contributed to this accident on Route 20 in Charlton this morning. Charlton Police say that this Chrysler was traveling east around 9AM on Sunday when it passed another vehicle and hit a patch of black ice. The vehicle skidded across the roadway into the westbound lane and collided with a signpost…
Read MoreIce Safety For Massachusetts Lakes And Ponds
With the colder temperatures hitting the area, the Massachusetts Environmental Police have issued a warning encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to use extreme caution when engaging in activities on or around cold waters and ice. Fluctuating temperatures and flowing waters degrade ice conditions. When venturing onto ice, it should always be considered as potentially dangerous. It is…
Read More‘Goods For Guns’ Buyback A Success
It would seem today’s 16th Annual “Goods for Guns Buyback Program” was a success, because even taking 1 gun off the streets is great for the community. The event was held at several locations throughout Central Massachusetts and was made possible by the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office in association with UMass Medical Center, in…
Read MoreMassachusetts State Police Issue Hoax Alert
The Massachusetts State Police have issued a hoax alert after a woman living in New York City alerted them to a phone call she received asking for her personal information. The Caller ID on her phone indicated that the call was coming from (508) 820-2300. That number belongs to the headquarters for the Massachusetts State Police…
Read MoreTruck Driver Hit By Own Vehicle In Auburn
A garbage truck was involved in a serious accident on Upland Street in Auburn yesterday. The driver of the truck is still in critical condition. Early reports say the driver may have been hit and run over by his own vehicle. The truck jumped a curb and went into a wooded area after snapping a…
Read MoreWebster Seeks Snow Angels To Help Neighbors In Need
Can you be somebody’s snow angel? The Town of Webster is looking for residents who are willing to help their neighbors that are unable to do snow removal after upcoming snow storms. If you are able to shovel or plow a neighbor who isn’t physically able to do it, please click the link below and…
Read MoreWebster’s Great Christmas Light Fight 2017
Webster’s Recreation Department has announced a contest open to all residents who have Christmas lights on their home. Don’t worry if you haven’t gotten them up yet, you still have time! To nominate your display, or one that you love – simply send an email to recreation@webster-ma.gov or call (508) 949-3800 extention 1023. All nominations…
Read More1 Dead In 3 Alarm Fire In Oxford
Matthew Gregoire (Facebook) 6:00AM FRIDAY UPDATE: Fire crews from Oxford, Leicester, Millbury, Dudley, Webster, and Charlton spent most of the night battling a 3 alarm fire at 16 Sacarrappa Road in Oxford. The fire broke out shortly before 8PM Thursday and quickly rose to a 2, then 3 alarm fire. We have learned 1 person…
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