RV Plows Through Plymouth Seawall on Water Street; Emergency Repairs Underway Ahead of Potential Weekend Storm
PLYMOUTH MASS— Town officials are scrambling to secure a gaping hole in the Water Street seawall after a recreational vehicle crashed through the barrier Wednesday morning, just as forecasts warn of a potential coastal nor’easter this weekend.
Shark Sighting Reported Off Humarock Beach in Scituate
SCITUATE, Mass. — A shark sighting was reported off Humarock Beach on Friday, prompting beachgoers and public safety officials to remain alert as shark activity continues along the Massachusetts coastline during the busy summer season.
200-Pound Black Bear Near Bourne Bridge Campground Sedated and Relocated
BOURNE, MASS. — A 200-pound black bear was safely removed from the area after being spotted near a campground close to the Bourne Bridge and Cape Cod Canal.
Norwell Issues Boil Water Order After E. coli Found in Town Water System
NORWELL, MA — Residents in Norwell are being advised to boil their tap water before use after testing detected E. coli bacteria in the town’s public water system.
Health Alert: Parasite-Linked Illness Cyclosporiasis Reported in Massachusetts as Cases Rise
Massachusetts-health officials are monitoring reports of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness caused by a microscopic parasite that can lead to severe and persistent diarrhea, as cases increase during the summer months.