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Small businesses opening and closing in Central Massachusetts

June 1, 2026

A Hooters restaurant in Shrewsbury is shutting down, though no specific end date was shared. This leaves only three other Hooters locations across Massachusetts. The building used to house a Chili's before Hooters moved in back in 2015. The closure might leave locals wondering about the future of th

entertainment

A TV Producer Who Made Awards Shows and Big Moments

June 1, 2026

Gary L. Pudney spent most of his career behind the scenes shaping how millions watched television. For over twenty years at ABC, he moved up from producing specials to running a key division that handled everything from holiday concerts to star-studded awards. His teams put together programs watched

sports

Daria Kasatkina: From Russian Roots to Australian Courts

May 30, 2026

She was born on May 7, 1997 in Tolyatti, a city known for its factories. Her family loved sports; her dad played ice hockey and her mom ran track. Tennis entered her life when she was six, after watching her older brother play. The game grew from a hobby into a passion that shaped her future. Growi

education

Chicago school board pauses charter renewals to rethink rules

May 30, 2026

The Chicago school board just hit pause on renewing contracts for seven charter schools, sparking a heated debate late Thursday night. Eleven board members—all picked by the mayor or tied to the teachers’ union—argued they need more time to dig into financial reports before making any decisions. The

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Celebrating Two Years of Wuthering Waves: A Festival Full of Games, Art and Memories

May 29, 2026

The open‑world action RPG Wuthering Waves hit its second birthday on Tuesday, a milestone that marked two years of growth for the game. After delivering stunning visuals and fast combat in its first release, the developers have now turned their focus to deeper stories and richer character arcs. This

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Tennis’ quiet Tuscan star: what shapes Lorenzo Musetti under the spotlight

May 29, 2026

Lorenzo Musetti’s racket speaks before he does—one silky one-hander at a time. But where he swings that racket says everything about where he comes from. Born in the stone-blue light of Carrara, a town carved out of marble quarries since Roman times, Musetti grew up breathing Italian air before he b

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Canadian Women Powering the Screen

May 27, 2026

The Canadian film and TV scene has grown into a global force, thanks to a group of women who steer budgets, talent and stories. They work in every layer: from federal agencies that fund projects to studios that bring Hollywood productions north, and from festival organizers who showcase local work t

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Young Soccer Star Balances Faith, Family and Ambition

May 26, 2026

In a quiet Utah town, a 19‑year‑old soccer player prepares to leave for Texas after a day of training with Real Salt Lake. He pauses at his mother’s doorstep, saying goodbye before heading to the next match, a scene that could one day echo in European stadiums. Zavier Gozo is already the leading

lifestyle

Local Business Milestones and Odd Moments

May 25, 2026

A bank celebrating 175 years in business might seem ordinary, but Clinton Savings Bank’s longevity is worth a closer look. Starting in 1851 inside an old mill, the bank has grown to seven branches across Worcester County with over $730 million in assets. Its current headquarters on Church Street has

celebrities

From Hometown Tennis to Global Stardom: The Belarusian Roots of Aryna Sabalenka

May 25, 2026

Aryna Sabalenka didn’t just appear on the tennis scene—she built her career from scratch in a city known for its tough conditions and unshaken passion for sports. Born in Minsk, Belarus, in 1998, she grew up around a culture that values competition, discipline, and emotional strength, especially in