Major Massachusetts Tech Employer Announces Hundreds of Layoffs
Massachusetts is a spectacular place to live. Residents and visitors alike enjoy vast and various landscapes from sandy Cape Cod beaches, to the iconic Boston skyline, and the hidden beauty of the Berkshire mountains. From historic landmarks, legendary sports teams, and an...
Brockton man accused of attacking officers, Uber driver, after threatening workers at car dealership
A Brockton man is facing charges after allegedly threatening to kill workers at a local car dealership before attacking and attempting to carjack not only his Uber driver, but police as well.
New Costco location to open at the Foxborough-Sharon line
(WJAR) — A new Costco location is set to open on the Foxborough-Sharon line. The popular wholesaler is set to open the Massachusetts location on March 12., according to its website. This location is being built in the new Sharon Gallery which is a mixed use development. It...
RI General Treasurer announces youth financial literacy pilot program
Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa joined 12 News at 4 on Monday to discuss a new pilot program that will give Rhode Island youth the hands-on learning experiences necessary to broaden their financial horizons.
Skating coach mourns loss of Barrington figure skater
Skating rinks across the country held a moment of silence for the athletes, parents, and coaches who lost their lives on Wednesday, when an army helicopter collided with an American Airlines passenger plane. Spencer Lane, 16, was on board with his mom. "He was just a really...
Bellingham police searching for large-scale larceny suspect
BELLINGHAM, Mass. (WLNE) — Bellingham police are asking for public assistance in locating a suspect in what the department describes as “a large-scale larceny.”. Joseph O’Neill, 50, is the subject of an active arrest warrant on this charge. According to Bellingham police,...
More Gigantic Trolls Are Coming to Rhode Island
Rhode Island's 'Troll Trail' is growing. The recycled wood trolls that debuted in the Ocean State last year have been such a huge success (no pun intended), that more are being planned - and in new locations. Currently both of the larger-than-life trolls from Danish artist...
Parade of storms set to impact Southern New England
The calendar has now turned to February and while our climatologically coldest days are behind us; there's still PLENTY of winter left here in Southern New England. January featured both below average temperatures and well below average precipitation, but this month is trending...
New Bedford Man Federally Sentenced for Fentanyl Distribution
BOSTON (WBSM) — A New Bedford man who pleaded guilty to distributing fentanyl was sentenced Monday in federal court in Boston. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Vinicio DeJesus Marrero Arias, 40, was sentenced to three years in prison, to be followed by three years of...
Woonsocket considers traffic safety changes after deadly crash
One week after a pedestrian crash claimed the life of a little girl, Woonsocket leaders are considering ways to improve safety and prevent future tragedies.