ATLANTA — Jaylen Brown got a hero’s welcome when he visited his alma mater, Wheeler High School, the day before the Celtics faced the Hawks. Brown was back home, and as part of the festivities, he got his jersey retired and gave a speech to...
Without hesitation, police officers selflessly and routinely run directly into danger to protect the lives of others. In the process, tens of thousands of these men and women are assaulted or injured. Some tragically lose their lives. To honor these fallen heroes and acknowledge their...
Joanna Putman is an Associate Editor and newswriter at Police1, where she has been covering law enforcement topics since August 2023. Based in Orlando, Florida, she holds a journalism...
BOSTON — Ryan Watson’s push to make the Red Sox’ Opening Day roster will be an interesting storyline throughout spring training. Boston acquired the 28-year-old righty soon after the Athletics selected him in December’s Rule 5 Draft. He’s subject to the same Rule 5 Draft...
The Arizona Daily Sun, FlagstaffFLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — A traffic stop on Interstate 17 south of Flagstaff resulted in the seizure of approximately 70,000 suspected fentanyl pills, according to a press release from the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO).The stop occurred on Friday, Jan. 9, shortly...
After betting $2.50, a MGM Springfield casino player walked away a jackpot prize winner. The bet was placed on the slot machine game “Dragon Link” on Jan. 11. The player won a $50,016.94 jackpot prize. The day before, a $5 bet was placed on the...
WESTFIELD — During public participation at the Jan. 15 City Council meeting, former City Solicitor Peter Martin of Westfield read excerpts from the Declaration of Independence and asked the council to recommit themselves to the values and self-evident truths as declared by the nation’s founders....
WESTFIELD — The City Council voted 9-3 to settle a civil lawsuit for $1.275 million filed against the city by Shaker Farms Country Club in 2024, alleging the city had failed in its obligation to manage the stormwater drainage system that had repeatedly flooded the...
WESTFIELD — The Westfield Athenaeum Children’s Library launched its series of programs about the Revolutionary War on the 250th anniversary on Thursday with a unique, hands-on experience on the lawn.Children’s librarian Mary Hoth previously told The Westfield News the series will seek to go beyond...
With a record number of proposals likely headed to the 2026 ballot, the state Senate united Thursday behind a bill proposing more public reporting on ballot question fundraising and spending. But the majority-Democrat chamber opted against forcing similar disclosure at the local level.Lawmakers unanimously approved...
