More To Come: Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region More To Come: Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region
More To Come: Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region New update - Flash Flood Risk: New Rounds Of Storms Could Bring Drenching Downpours, Isolated Tornadoes The final rounds of a potent frontal system are now pushing off the coast of eastern New England, but it may not be long before new rounds of showers and storms develop. First, the good news. The second half of the weekend will be dry will a mix of sun and clouds on Sunday, Aug. 13, and a high temperature in the mid-80s with relatively high humidity, according to the National Weather Service. It will remain mostly clear overnight and dry during the day on Monday, Aug. 14. The…
Severe Weather Threat: Strong Storms Could Bring 60 MPH Winds, Hail, Isolated Tornadoes Severe Weather Threat: Strong Storms Could Bring 60 MPH Winds, Hail, Isolated Tornadoes
Severe Weather Threat: Strong Storms Could Bring 60 MPH Winds, Hail, Isolated Tornadoes An approaching cold front will ignite a round of thunderstorms, some of which may be severe. The time frame for scattered storm activity moving from the west to the east on Saturday, Aug. 12 is from about the middle of the afternoon through the evening when the chance will increase. (See the first image above from AccuWeather.com.) Damaging winds of 60 miles per hour or more and large hail of about 1-inch in diameter are the main threats, the National Weather Service said in a statement early Saturday morning.  Portions of northeast PA and northern NJ are now under an Enhanced Risk fo…
Severe Weather Threat: Strong Storms Could Bring 60 MPH Winds, Hail, Isolated Tornadoes Severe Weather Threat: Strong Storms Could Bring 60 MPH Winds, Hail, Isolated Tornadoes
Severe Weather Threat: Strong Storms Could Bring 60 MPH Winds, Hail, Isolated Tornadoes An approaching cold front will ignite a round of thunderstorms, some of which may be severe. The time frame for scattered storm activity moving from the west to the east on Saturday, Aug. 12 is from about the middle of the afternoon through the evening when the chance will increase. (See the first image above from AccuWeather.com.) Damaging winds of 60 miles per hour or more and large hail of about 1-inch in diameter are the main threats, the National Weather Service said in a statement early Saturday morning.  "An isolated tornado is also possible," the statement added, noting t…
Rapper Opens Yogurt Shop In Northborough; Celebrates With Fans In Music Video Rapper Opens Yogurt Shop In Northborough; Celebrates With Fans In Music Video
Rapper Opens Yogurt Shop In Northborough; Celebrates With Fans In Music Video Joyner Lucas held the grand opening for his new yogurt and smoothie shop in Worcester County on Sunday, July 23. To help get people in the door, the two-time Grammy-nominated rapper shot a music video with dozens of his fans and new customers.  Oh Wow Frozen Yogurt & Smoothies, located at 269 West Main Street in Northborough, serves boba tea along with self-serve yogurt and a laundry list of smoothies, a press release announced. Videos on the store's Facebook page shows Lucas making some of the items on the menu and promising quality.  Lucas, a Worcester native, celebrated the grand ope…
At Least 1 Dead After Severe Storms With Flash Flooding Pound Hudson Valley At Least 1 Dead After Severe Storms With Flash Flooding Pound Hudson Valley
At Least 1 Dead After Severe Storms With Flash Flooding Pound Hudson Valley New Update: Hudson Valley Woman Killed During Severe Storm ID'd As 35-Year-Old Trying To Rescue Dog At least one fatality has been confirmed in New York where flash flooding from a slow-moving severe storm system hit the Hudson Valley region hard where widespread damage has been reported and as much as 8 inches of rainfall fell in some spots. In Orange County where the epicenter of the storm struck, the person was killed during the height of the storm on Sunday, July 9. On Monday morning, July 10, "storm and emergency officials remain on scene to conduct damage assessments," according…
July 4th Forecast: New Round Of Storms Most Likely In These Parts Of Region July 4th Forecast: New Round Of Storms Most Likely In These Parts Of Region
July 4th Forecast: New Round Of Storms Most Likely In These Parts Of Region The booming sounds you may hear during the afternoon and evening on Independence Day may not be fireworks. That's because a new round of thunderstorms -- with heavy downpours, frequent lightning, thunder, and strong winds -- is likely in much of the region on Tuesday, July 4. There will be clouds with some breaks of sunshine in the morning followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. Areas shown in yellow in the image above from the National Weather Service are most likely to see July 4th storms, some of which will be severe. In eastern New England, s…
Here's Projected Timing For New Round Of Storms With Strong Winds, Updated July 4th Forecast Here's Projected Timing For New Round Of Storms With Strong Winds, Updated July 4th Forecast
Here's Projected Timing For New Round Of Storms With Strong Winds, Updated July 4th Forecast A new round of storms with gusty winds will sweep through the region leading into the July 4th holiday. A system moving up the East Coast is most likely to affect this region late Monday afternoon, July 3 into the evening.  "Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and evening," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued early Monday morning. "There is the potential for a few of the storms to become strong to severe, with strong winds the main threat." In addition, "heavy rainfall could produce are…
These Massachusetts Towns Among Top 10 Safest Nationwide, Report Says These Massachusetts Towns Among Top 10 Safest Nationwide, Report Says
These Massachusetts Towns Among Top 10 Safest Nationwide, Report Says Crime creates an emotional and financial toll on a community, but three Massachusetts towns are among the least impacted by illegal activity, a new report found.  Seven of the nation's 10 safest towns are found in New England, including three in Massachusetts, according to an annual report by Money Geek that analyzes the costs of crime to rank the safest and least safe US towns.  Andover, in Essex County, was ranked among the top-safest towns in the nation, coming in at the number three spot.  The town has a crime cost per capita of $51. This stands in stark contrast to the …
Air Quality To Worsen In Coming Days: Here's How To Check Conditions In Your Area Air Quality To Worsen In Coming Days: Here's How To Check Conditions In Your Area
Air Quality To Worsen In Coming Days: Here's How To Check Conditions In Your Area Hazy skies and poor air quality due to wildfire smoke are heading toward the region from west to east. Areas of western and central New York are expected to experience unhealthy air quality on Wednesday, June 28 with moderate air quality in eastern New York and parts of New England. Areas in red in the image above from AirNow.gov are projected to have very unhealthy air quality, with orange indicating unhealthy air, and yellow moderate. Wednesday will be mostly cloudy with a high temperature in the upper 70s. There will be a new chance for showers and thunderstorms from around midday until…
Free Retreat In Western Mass Helps Siblings Of Cancer Patients Feel 'Seen' Free Retreat In Western Mass Helps Siblings Of Cancer Patients Feel 'Seen'
Free Retreat In Western Mass Helps Siblings Of Cancer Patients Feel 'Seen' A non-profit organization that pays specific attention to siblings of children with cancer in New England is hosting their second annual retreat in Western Massachusetts later this summer. “Childhood cancer affects the entire family unit, and brothers and sisters of the patient go through their own unique struggles,” Camp Casco CEO Erin Fletcher Stern says. “This program was designed to create a space entirely focused on helping brothers and sisters of childhood cancer feel empowered, seen, and supported.” According to the American Cancer Society, siblings of children with cancer feel an …
Couple Who Bonded Over Love Of New England Seafood Opens Jersey Shore Restaurant Couple Who Bonded Over Love Of New England Seafood Opens Jersey Shore Restaurant
Couple Who Bonded Over Love Of New England Seafood Opens Jersey Shore Restaurant Clam chowdah, anyone? A husband and wife has brought a taste of New England to the Jersey Shore. Steve Marchel and Robin Kramer have recently opened Betty's Seafood Shack in Margate. The restaurant pays homage to Steve's beloved Portuguese Water Dog, Betty, who died in 2018. The fried shrimp, lobster rolls and scallops being served at Betty's conjure up fond memories for Steve and Robin, who bonded over their love for all-things New England — especially the seafood shacks —  both having graduated from college in New England. "Steve would often say 'Margate needs a joint like this, especi…
Stoneham Stop Nets Georgia Man With Historic $4 Million State Lottery Prize Stoneham Stop Nets Georgia Man With Historic $4 Million State Lottery Prize
Stoneham Stop Nets Georgia Man With Historic $4 Million State Lottery Prize A man's work trip to New England really paid off when he walked away with a historic prize from the Massachusetts State Lottery. Jovon Garner, of Brunswick, GA, won the first $4 million prize in the state lottery’s “$4,000,000 Diamonds” $10 instant ticket game, the lottery reports.  Garner chose to play this game because he liked the design of the ticket. He opted for a one-time payment of $2,600,000 (before taxes) and plans on using his winnings to buy a new car and shed.  Garner bought the winning ticket at the Stop & Shop located at 259 Main Street in Stoneh…