Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor, one of the central investigators in the case of accused murderer Karen Read, is under internal review, his employing agency confirmed, but remains on the job.
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Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots near combined $1.4B ahead of St. Patrick’s Day weekend
Big pots of gold may be in store for some over St. Patrick’s Day weekend, with the Mega Millions jackpot up to $790 million and the Powerball close behind at $600 million ahead of the upcoming drawings.
Ashby police investigating woman found dead outside home
ASHBY — Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Police Chief Derek Pepple provided a joint statement regarding the death of a 58-year-old woman outside a Richardson Road residence on Thursday afternoon. At approximately 12:55 p.m. on March 14, police responded to the report of a woman who was located outside a residence in Ashby and […]
A promising glioblastoma clinical trial: Mass General cancer researchers say tumors dramatically shrunk
A new glioblastoma study out of Mass General is providing a glimmer of hope for those battling the aggressive and fast-growing brain tumor.
Governor’s Council on board with Gov. Maura Healey’s pot possession pardon plan
A majority of members of an elected body tasked with reviewing pardons said they are on board with Gov. Maura Healey’s plan to forgive people with cannabis possession convictions in Massachusetts.
Fitchburg Health provides options at treatment event
FITCHBURG — The Health Department held a successful Substance Use Disorder Treatment Resource Options event last week to promote a variety of choices available to everyone. Many community members were able to visit local treatment provider resource tables which included detox facilities, medication assisted treatment, peer recovery centers, family support groups and 12-step groups. Providers […]
