Massachusetts Braces for Multiple Winter Storms
Massachusetts residents are preparing for a series of winter storms, with the first expected to bring up to 8 inches of snow on Friday, . Boston 25 News reports that another, potentially larger, storm is forecast to arrive on Monday.
The approaching storm on Friday is expected to bring a wintry mix to the state, according to WCVB Channel 5. The Massachusetts State Police are already dealing with weather-related incidents, with a trooper reportedly recovering after being dragged by a car. Details surrounding that incident were not immediately available.
Beyond the immediate concerns of Friday’s snowfall, forecasters are tracking a more significant storm system expected to impact the region early next week. Boston 25 News is advising residents to “ready the snow shovels and brushes” in anticipation of accumulating snowfall.
Other news from around the state includes a contest launched in Sweden offering a year-long stay on a private island, and a police investigation in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, where guns and ammunition were found at the home and storage unit of a suspected ice rink shooter. WCVB reports that Raynham residents are frustrated with ongoing roadwork on Route 138.
In Boston, authorities are investigating reports of a man peering through shades and watching people in their bedrooms. Neighbors have reported the suspicious activity to police, according to WCVB. Worcester is also preparing for icy conditions on the morning commute.
Federal authorities are warning of a spike in nihilistic violent extremism targeting children online. The FBI is actively monitoring and addressing this growing threat, WCVB reported.
On the economic front, Eversource, a utility company, has reported skyrocketing profits after a year of increased utility bills for consumers. This comes as Massachusetts Governor Healey has voiced opposition to a proposed rate hike by National Grid. The state’s largest gas company is seeking a “substantial” rate increase, according to reporting from WCVB.
Several human-interest stories are also making headlines. A feature on Manchester, Vermont, highlights the town’s thriving hospitality industry and the enduring legacy of the Northshire Bookstore. The Robert Lincoln’s Hildene estate is also being showcased, preserving family history and offering a glimpse into the past. A South Shore-based business is putting a new spin on nautical bracelets, and Massachusetts teachers were surprised with gifts as part of GMA’s ‘Deals and Steals’ segment. A local woodworker also had a memorable encounter with hockey legend Ray Bourque after being featured in a “Made in Mass” report.
Finally, Chef Lydia Shire’s enduring legacy in Boston cuisine is being celebrated, and the Southern Vermont Arts Center is highlighted as a creative hub in Manchester, Vermont.
