Many local fire and rescue teams assisted Oxford Fire/EMS and Police departments on the scene of a 4 vehicle crash on Route 20 on Friday afternoon. Eastbound traffic was backed up into Charlton as several lanes were blocked off while crews worked to clear the area. Multiple people were transported to area hospitals for treatment of various injuries. The crash is currently under investigation.
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On Wednesday, March 14th at 8:30PM Southbridge Police officers were called to the second floor apartment of 116 Charlton Street to investigate a domestic disturbance. When officers arrived they noticed a large amount of blood on the floor. Officers spoke with a 49 year man who was bleeding heavily from his forehead. The male subject had a large area of skin missing from his forehead and his skull was visible. The victim was transported to Harrington Memorial Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. During further investigation, officers determined the victim was just involved in a domestic disturbance with his live-in girlfriend. The victim informed police the woman, 46 year old Joyce Owens bit him…
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On Wednesday, March 14th just before 5PM, members of the Worcester Police Gang Unit were patrolling the Grafton Hill area of the city. The officers observed a male that they were familiar with as being in a local gang, identified as 18 year old Edward Gale. Gale walked passed the officers who were sitting in an unmarked police cruiser. The suspect was clinging to something heavy in the front of his waistband. The officers became suspicious of Gale’s actions and mannerisms and decided to follow him. Gale immediately ran off as the plain clothes officers exited their vehicle. Officers began to chase after the suspect and noticed that he pulled out a handgun from his…
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This year, the month of March really did come in like a lion, and might even go out like one too. According to the National Weather Service, there another possible Nor’Easter on our doorsteps for next Tuesday. Yes, March 20th, the day that is supposed to be the first day of Spring! If this forecast model is correct, Southern New England may be in store for our fourth Nor’easter (or four’easter, as some are calling it) in the last 2 weeks. We didn’t want to be the ones to tell you, but yes – it really is quite possible. Some of us still aren’t completely dug out from Tuesday’s storm yet. Since it is almost…
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Exactly one month after the Parkland, Florida school shootings, schools across the country have been planning student “walk outs” or protests during classes. That was not exactly the case in Webster. Superintendent Ruthann Goguen tells THE LAKE 940, “All students and staff (have received) wrist bands that read: “In Webster, Kindness Matters!” Each school in town has come up with their own ideas to help spread kindness throughout the community. Earlier today, after their 2 hour delay from the storm, Bartlett High School students organized a peaceful vigil where they signed a banner stating, “We honor the memory of the 17 students and staff who lost their lives in the recent tragedy at Marjory Stoneman…
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After a month-long investigation by Webster Police, 31 year old Santos Perez of 9 East Main Street was placed under arrest, in connection to an armed robbery at Gilbert’s Market on North Main Street in Webster. The robbery occurred on February 11th just before 8PM. A masked male had entered the store brandishing a knife and demanding money. The clerk complied and the suspect made off with an unknown amount of cash. There were no injuries and no customers in the store at the time. Webster Police were able to compile evidence as well as several anonymous tips in the days following the robbery. An arrest warrant for Perez was granted and he was charged…
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Snow storms, severe wind, floods and other natural disasters often bring out the best in people, as strangers reach out to help others in need. Unfortunately, the aftermath of a crisis also brings out some contractors taking advantage of those who have already been victimized. The Better Business Bureau has sent THE LAKE 940 information to warn homeowners affected by natural disasters, like today’s Nor’Easter, to beware of “storm chasers” and out-of-town contractors soliciting businesses. Although not all storm chasers are scammers, they may lack the proper licensing for your area, offer quick fixes, or make promises they can’t deliver. There are some things you should do when hiring any contractor, such as getting 3 estimates,…
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We don’t have much information on these 2, and the surveillance photos aren’t the best, but the Sturbridge Police are asking for help from the public in identifying the 2 men above. Police say they are wanted for questioning after walking out of a local restaurant without paying their bill. Any information can be directed to Officer Carol Benoit at Sturbridge Police by calling (508) 347-2525 ext. 378
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Do you have a prom, homecoming or cocktail dress taking up space in your closet? A local non-profit organization, The Fairy Prom Mother, started by 16 year old Emily Goodrich of Oxford, is now accepting new or gently worn dresses, accessories and dress shoes to be redistributed to local high school girls for the upcoming prom season. In a recent interview with Tamara Beland on Get Your Local On, the Worcester Academy junior tells THE LAKE 940 she got the idea to start the organization while shopping for her own prom dress with her mother. “I realized how fortunate I am to be able to go out and purchase a dress and have someone support me through…
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The third Nor’easter in the last 2 weeks has been causing a lot of serious crashes on area roadways. The Massachusetts State Police is currently responding to several different crashes involving multiple vehicles and tractor trailers. Here are just a few of the most recent ones. If you don’t have to go out, you are urged to stay home and off the roads. Due to the snow covered roadways the speed limit on Route 90 (The Mass Pike) from New York to Boston has been reduced to 20 mph. #MAtraffic I-90 WB in #Millbury at the 96 mike marker. #MAsnow ❄️ pic.twitter.com/oXDueSWh7M — Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) March 13, 2018 #MAtraffic Jackknifed TT, I-290 EB at…
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