A pedestrian crash on Forest street injured two people. Needham DPW workers were filling potholes near the Wellesley line when they were struck by a car. The accident occurred around 1:45 pm. Both workers were transported to local hospitals where they were treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The accident caused…
A construction worker suffered a severe arm injury and had to be removed from the scaffolding by Springfield firefighters. Firefighters arrived on the scene around 11:30 am to find the man several stories up and brought in machinery to lower him down. He was transported by ambulance to the hospital.…
January 2017 to March 1, 2018, saw an 11 year high in occupational death for the state of Massachusetts as more and more residents were injured and killed while on the job. According to a new report, construction work remains the most dangerous field, one that accounts for 33% of…
A man in his early 20s was shot Wednesday afternoon on a Washington Street. The shooting occurred near 45 Temple place on a busy stretch of pedestrian walkway. The suspect fled the scene and Boston police were still searching for him at the time of this posting. The victim…
Mesothelioma is a form of lung cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a building material made of mineral fibers. It is a strong, affordable, and fire-retardant material, making it ideal for use in insulation, ceilings, tiles, and many other products used in construction. Unfortunately, chronic exposure to asbestos…
May is motorcycle safety awareness month. This is a time to encourage riders to take necessary safety precautions and to let motorists know they need to share the road with other vehicles like motorcycles. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cites several statistics as evidence for the claim…
Posted on May 3, 2018 A woman was waiting for her order in a Dunkin Donuts drive-thru in Worcester when she was suddenly attacked by a couple. The Dunkin Donuts attack happened when the 31-year-old woman was waiting in line and heard a banging noise. The noise came from a…
Posted on May 3, 2018 A Massachusetts police officer was injured in an early morning car crash. The driver who struck the vehicle was believed to be impaired at the time. The crash occurred between the cruiser and Lexus sedan and happened around 2 a.m. this morning. There was extensive…
Posted on May 3, 2018 The woman who died in a single-car crash on Interstate 195 in Wareham was identified as 30-year-old Jacquelyn Perry. Perry was pronounced dead at the scene around 10:50 a.m. There were no other passengers in her vehicle at the time. Perry’s car went out of…
Posted on May 3, 2018 A Russell man was taken to the hospital with serious injuries after a Hadley motorcycle accident involving his bike and another vehicle. The accident happened at the intersection of West Street and North Lane after noon. The 21-year-old motorcycle rider suffered injuries to his left…