Tag: new england news
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Meet Jeff & Jena, powerhouses behind Somerville’s New England Kettlebell Classic
SOMERVILLE, MA – 10 years ago, Jeff Butterworth’s passion and dedication for the strength training sport of Kettlebell put him on a national stage where home from Chicago with the championship gold medal. Today, the owner of Rx Strength Training and his partner Jena Tang are host to the 2nd annual New England Kettlebell Classic…
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Less Leg More Heart Hosts Glittering First Gala
WINDHAM, NH– As the sun set on quiet Cobblers Pond in Windham, staff at the Castleton began to warm up the fireplaces ready to host a red carpet gala in support of the groundbreaking non-profit Less Leg More Heart. The holiday-themed gala welcomed guests with a red carpet walkthrough serenaded by a live piano artist…
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Premier Lacrosse League & Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation aim to Lacrosse Out Cancer
FOXBORO, MA – 47 was the number top of mind at Gillette Stadium on Labor Day weekend as lacrosse fans filled the stadium. The matchup between the Redwoods vs. Chaos raising funds to support the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation – knowing 47 is the number of children diagnosed with cancer each day. Dedicated to raising…
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Beach Road Weekend rocks Martha’s Vineyard in support of Vineyard Arts & Culture Foundation
MARTHA’S VINEYARD – As the last week of August began to slip away, flocks of music lovers descended on the small island of Martha’s Vineyard to see fan favorites like Bon Iver, Mumford & Sons, Crooked Coast, and Regina Spektor. Though on its face Beach Road Weekend was a music festival bringing in thousands from…
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Looking for a reason to celebrate? Here’s 13 of them.
BOSTON, MA – As the sound of DJ WhySham echoed through the Para Maria patio onto the cobblestone corridor on the harbor walk, one look told all passing by there was much to celebrate – thirteen reasons, in fact. Celebrating thirteen years since their 2010 inception, leadership behind the Massachusetts Women of Color Network have…
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Humor on the Harbor supports addiction recovery, critical resources
WINTHROP, MA – As the sun set on the harbor at Cottage Park Yacht Club in Winthrop, something funny started happening-literally. The second annual Humor on the Harbor bash brought in the belly laughs with comedians like Steve Halligan and hypnotist Frank Santos. Settled in a quaint Winthrop community overlooking the Boston skyline, Cottage Park…
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Before closing its doors, Lombardo’s hosts lavish Triple Crown Gala
RANDOLPH, MA- With its iconic chandelier shimmering from every step of a spiral staircase, Lombardo’s restaurant served as a perfect host for the Triple Crown gala to benefit Marisa’s Mission. “We are a big horse racing family. My dad has had horses forever, down the line my uncles, grandfathers, cousins…everybody.” says Lauren Federico, founder of…
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Making meatballs..and memories.
HAVERHILL, MA – The comforting smell of a home cooked meal is one that has had a habit of bringing families together for generations. For the Hearts Apart Foundation that meal is meatballs, and the families are military. Part of the family readiness group at Hanscom AFB Military Family & Readiness Center, The Hearts Apart…
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Tukka Rask makes alumni debut to benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
BOSTON, MA – As Boston Bruins’ newest alumni member Tuukka Rask laced up his skates in the locker room of the Warrior Ice Arena, hockey lovers of all ages began to fill the stands. This game, however, was not just for fun. While the captivating game held an uplifting and energetic atmosphere, every dollar raised…
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Good News New England | Sunday, April 4 2021
For those who celebrate, wishing you a very Happy Easter! Here’s your positive news roundup for this week:
Emmalyn Reid 