If you’re old enough, 1968 seems like only yesterday
Locally, the Press-Telegram's radical progressive reporter and copy editor George Laine wrote a story about a Cal State Long Beach professor of psychology telling a young audience at the Long Beach Citizens for Peace headquarters on Atlantic Avenue that draft-age men could fake bed-wetting and … Read More
Russia calls poisoning accusations by Britain ‘nonsense’
Russia on Tuesday dismissed accusations of any involvement in the poisoning of an ex-spy and his daughter as "nonsense," saying it will only cooperate with a British investigation if it receives samples of the nerve agent believed to have been used. Police, meanwhile, said the investigation of who … Read More
What It Takes to Raise $2.6 Billion Selling Crypto: QuickTake
Founder Pavel Durov, a Russian expatriate, wants money to expand and compete with bigger rivals. Facebook Inc.-owned WhatsApp and Messenger dominate the market. Durov has said he won't give up control of Telegram to other investors. The ICO structure lets him raise funds while keeping control. Read More
Except for plows, streets quiet in Central Mass.
Snowplow drivers have the roads to themselves Tuesday, it seems, with most people staying home and off the roads amid a storm that could dump close to 20 inches of snow on the region. Schools and municipal offices throughout the region are closed Tuesday. Many stores, including the Auburn Mall … …
Turkey, allies say siege of Syria’s Afrin underway
Turkish troops and allied Syrian opposition fighters have begun a siege of the Syrian Kurdish-held town of Afrin, the Turkish military said Tuesday, marking a significant advance in Ankara's seven-week operation that also encircled hundreds of thousands of civilians. The military said in a brief statement … Read More
Iranian lawmakers vote to retain labor minister
Iran's labor minister narrowly managed to keep his job after a vote in parliament on Tuesday failed to produce enough votes to fire him over allegations of mismanagement on dealing with unemployment and other government enterprises. State TV reported that out of 253 lawmakers present at the … Read More
Student walkouts planned for Wednesday across Central Massachusetts
Somerville High School junior Megan Barnes marches last month with others during a student walkout at the school in Somerville. A large-scale, coordinated demonstration is planned for Wednesday. [Craig F. Walker/The Boston Globe via AP]. By Scott O'Connell Telegram & Gazette Staff … Read More
Letter: Recovery Court’s mission and successes are recognized
Judge Michael Allard-Madaus looked very proud and happy for the humble graduates who achieved recognition for the difficult task of admitting, surrendering, and accepting this addiction abuse whether it be alcohol or drugs. I commend the judge for his devotion and compassion to help these … Read More
No school throughout Central Mass. on Tuesday
The latest storm to hit Central Mass., with the potential for nearly 20 inches of snow, is giving schoolchildren another day off. Worcester and communities throughout the region have canceled school for Tuesday. Snowfall began about midnight, with 11 to 19 inches expected for the region, according to … Read More
Webster to help residents pay for water filters
WEBSTER – Selectmen on Monday appointed a town accountant, approved of a program that would allow a limited number of residents to purchase home water filtration systems at no interest, and received initial budget numbers for fiscal 2019. The board entered executive session to interview Timothy … Read More