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Cumberland Farms’ parent company, EG Group, is preparing to go public in a major move that could reshape the convenience store landscape. With over 1,500 locations and 18,000 employees, the company—born in 1939 as a Rhode Island dairy farm—is now eyeing a nationwide expansion, store renovations, and a rebranding spree across brands like Tom Thumb and Kwik Shop. Already known for selling 120,000 cu...

July’s the golden month for outdoor fun—warm days, cozy nights, and long sunsets that keep you out longer. Water temps are perfect for lakes or the ocean, but keep an eye out for rip currents. Don’t miss what’s coming up this Friday. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news su...

A tragic boating accident on the Merrimack River claimed the life of 49-year-old Vilmar Dorner, a beloved Massachusetts resident from Brazil who lived for fishing, engines, and spreading joy. Out night fishing with two friends, his boat collided with a jetty near Salisbury; though his friends were rescued, Vilmar’s body was found only Monday. Remembered for his infectious laugh, kindness, and unwa...

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One year after the deadly fire at Gabriel House in Fall River that killed ten, a chilling demonstration shows how quickly a room can flashover—and how critical working sprinklers are. The National Fire Safety Association recreated the scene, proving that a recalled, non-functioning sprinkler head failed to activate while a working one saved the room. With safety experts pushing for nationwide spri...

Boston’s gearing up for an epic maritime spectacle: over fifty tall ships from twenty-plus countries will converge for Sail250, America’s 250th anniversary celebration. The grand parade kicks off Saturday with Old Ironsides leading the charge, followed by waves of historic vessels sailing every 15 minutes through the harbor—from South Boston to Charlestown. Catch the action from waterfront spots,...

Cyclospora is causing a nationwide outbreak with over 140 cases, mostly in Massachusetts, leading to severe, prolonged diarrhea and fatigue — but it’s treatable. Unlike typical stomach bugs, cyclospora symptoms last weeks, not days, and often stem from contaminated fresh produce. Officials urge thorough washing or cooking of fruits and veggies to stay safe. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a S...

Boston is suing Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat, accusing them of weaponizing addictive design to harm teens’ mental health — a move backed by Boston Public Schools and part of a nationwide wave of over 1,500 similar lawsuits. The city demands removal of harmful features and funding for student mental health services, citing alarming data: teen depression rates in Boston jumped from 27% to 43% in just...

Boston is suing Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube, accusing them of designing addictive platforms that harm kids’ mental health — and demanding they fix their apps and pay for student therapy. With over 1,500 school districts already taking similar action, Boston’s federal lawsuit highlights how endless scrolling and notifications are wrecking student well-being, as rates of teen sadness soar. L...

The Women’s Professional Baseball League is officially here, launching its first season in August with four powerhouse teams: the San Francisco Firebells, Los Angeles Queens, New York Heights, and Boston Hunters—each named after trailblazing women like Harriot K. Hunt, Lizzie Murphy, and Dorothy Height. Inspired by the legacy of the All-American Girls League, this new league features stars like Ke...

Hacks shattered records with 24 Emmy nominations—its most ever—topping last year’s haul and going head-to-head with giants like The Bear. Drama’s crown goes to The Pitt with 25 nods, while fresh faces and veterans like Jason Bateman, Quinta Brunson, and Martin Short dominate the individual categories. The big night airs live on NBC and Peacock on September 14—get ready for a night of surprises and...

When Scott Winslow from Holbrook landed in Fiji for a dream vacation with his wife, paradise turned peril as he fell violently ill—what started as a tropical getaway became a harrowing survival story. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting....

Nurses across Boston staged a major walkout this week, shutting down key hospitals including Brigham and Women’s and Mass General Brigham Home Care in a tense labor standoff over pay, benefits, and workplace safety. With negotiations deadlocked, thousands of nurses demanded fair wages to keep up with inflation, while hospitals offered modest 5% annual raises plus bonuses for top earners. Despite t...

Massachusetts’ biggest nurses strike in history has begun at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, with thousands walking picket lines as the facility scrambles to keep operations running with agency nurses. But striking nurses warn these temps lack the deep patient knowledge critical for safe care — one family even said their loved one’s survival depended on the current staff’s intimate understanding. Pa...

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Boston is suing Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube, accusing them of designing addictive platforms that are fueling a youth mental health crisis—and straining Boston Public Schools. With student depression rates soaring from 27% to 44% in just six years, the city is demanding accountability, citing a surge in mental health staff—from a handful to over 340—as proof of the crisis. The lawsuit targe...

In Berlin, New Hampshire, a century-old French-Canadian legacy lives on through a unique blend of French and English known as “Franglais,” born from immigrant workers in timber and paper mills. This linguistic fusion echoes across New England, shaped by waves of French-speaking immigrants from Quebec and later from West Africa and the Caribbean. Descendants like Rick Alger, Jerry Riendeau, and Sha...

Two deadly shootings rocked Roxbury over the Fourth of July weekend, claiming the lives of Travis Deonard Washington and Christopher Washington-Conway, while leaving others injured. Amid a wave of five shootings across Boston that left eleven hurt, authorities are urgently seeking witnesses—no arrests have been made yet. If you have any info, contact Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470, or...

Get ready to witness sky-high spectacle as the legendary Red Arrows soar over Boston this week—celebrating 250 years of American independence with jaw-dropping flyovers. Catch them at 3:15 p.m. Thursday over the State House (head to Boston Common early!) and again at 4:30 p.m. Saturday over Boston Harbor during the Parade of Sail. These precision pilots, flying BAE Systems Hawk T1 jets in their ic...

France vs. Morocco in the World Cup quarterfinals—history repeats as the two teams clash again in Foxborough under scorching, humid conditions. Temperatures hit the mid-80s, feeling like the low 90s, with a chance of pop-up storms in the second half. Stay alert for lightning, stay hydrated, and soak in the electric atmosphere of this final showdown. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pill...

Want a sneak peek of the massive tall ships before they hit Boston? Head to the Cape Cod Canal—ships are expected to cruise through on Wed, July 9 (noon–5 PM) and early Thu, July 10 (midnight–5 AM), weather and tides permitting. No official schedule, so be ready to wait. The real show? The Parade of Sail into Boston Harbor on Sat, July 11, starting at 9 AM, with over 50 ships led by the Coast Guar...

State Auditor Diana DiZoglio is demanding a full probe into MassHousing after a damning investigation exposed potential fraud and ethics violations. Executive Tony Richards II funneled $1.4 million to two developers just months after they sold him a house at a steep discount — a conflict he failed to disclose. The grants came despite reports of shoddy work and fake invoices, which MassHousing over...

Prosecutors are looking to crack down on corporate misconduct—here’s what’s at stake and who’s being targeted. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn...