MBTA Officer Richard Donohue, of Woburn, who was injured in a shoot out with the Boston Marathon bombers talks about that night, his injuries and his recovery.
MBTA Police Officer Richard Donohue, of Woburn, who was injured in a shoot-out night with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects, continues to recover from his injuries. Last Friday the 33-year-old officer was moved from Mount Auburn Hospital to Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, according to Boston.com. According to that story his recovery has entered the second phase and he will now concentrate on building strength in his legs so he can prepare to go home. During the shoot-out in Watertown, Donohue was struck in the leg and the bullet tore femoral artery, causing massive blood loss. The bullet is still in his leg. This past weekend Donohue spoke to Boston.com about his ordeal, how he's feeling and what lies ahead. Donohue said he is …
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Cummings Foundation has awarded $100,000 to city of Woburn Police Department through its “$100K for 100” grants program. The funds, to be paid over two years, will allow the Department to purchase three of the special new license plate reading systems for
Allene B. (Gibson) Seminatore Trahan, a lifelong resident of Woburn, passed away at the age of 78 on Thursday, May 16. She was the loving longtime companion and wife of Edmund Trahan.
The Woburn Police Department, in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies, are cracking down on unbuckled motorist and passengers as part of "Click It or Ticket."
The Woburn Police Department is partnering with other law enforcement agencies to ensure motorists and passengers are wearing their seat belts while on the road in the lead-up to the Memorial Day holiday. According to a notice from the department, the Woburn Police Department, in partnership with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s (EOPSS) Highway Safety Division (HSD), the State Police and many other local departments will take part in the 2013 national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization from May 20 to June 2 and crack down on motorists who are not belted. “As we kick-off the busy summer driving season it’s important that everyone buckles up every time they go out, both day and night – no excuses,” …
In Friday action the softball team beat Reading while the baseball team was beaten by the Rockets on the diamond.
The results were mixed for the Woburn High School baseball and softball teams, as the Tanners split a pair of games on Friday in Reading. It was the softball team that came out on top of the Lady Rockets, earning a 4-1 victory. Though the baseball team hung close into the middle innings, Reading eventually pulled away and cruised to an 8-0 win.
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Patch Snap is an occasional post that features pictures from around Woburn or Woburn residents out and about.
Welcome to another edition of Patch Snap, where we highlight a picture or pictures of around Woburn or of Woburn residents out and about. Today's Patch Snap comes from Sue Tabb who said: Woburn resident Linda Parker was a contestant in the 2013 Miss Pink event held at the Danversport Yacht Club on April 6th. The pageant, a charity benefit, celebrates the life of breast cancer survivors and provides emotional and financial support to women and their families fighting the disease. Pictured from left are Parker, Kim Molleur, Michele Dube, Miss Pink 2012 Kristen Wood, Kristina Darcangelo, Erica Bartol, and Lori Cain. The designer gowns worn by the contestants were a surprise donation by Bella Sera Bridal of Danvers. Do you have a picture that …
Five things to know today.
Today is Monday, May 20. Here are five things to know: 1) Rain likely Looks like a gray and perhaps wet day today. According to the National Weather Service we can expect a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 10 a.m. Some storms could produce heavy rain. Otherwise cloudy and warm with a high near 79 degrees. Chance of rain and thunderstorms tonight with otherwise cloudy skies and a low around 57. 2) Public meeting The Woburn Council on Aging Fraud and Scam Committee is meeting at 10 a.m. in the Veteran's Memorial Senior Center. 3) MMA and Wresting Kids Be Aware, Inc is offering introductory classes in mixed martial arts and Greco Roman Wresting starting this week for children aged 5 to 13. The price is $15 for four classes…
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Payments to victims will be made starting June 30.
Victims of the Boston Marathon bombings can file claims starting today through June 15, to possibly receive One Fund Boston assistance. Funds will start being distributed by June 30. One Fund Boston administrator Kenneth Feinberg released the final distribution protocol on Wednesday, which outlines how initial funds raised will be handed out, according to a City of Boston press statement. The protocol for claims and claim forms are available at One Fund Boston's website. Claim forms are also being mailed to potential claimants who registered through One Fund's website. “The outpouring of support for The One Fund has been unprecedented in my experience,” said Feinberg via statement. “We remain committed to channeling that generosity to …
Check out this home for sale in Woburn.
15 Exeter Drive in Woburn is for sale. The single-family home is move-in ready and is on sale for $649,000. The home was built in 1966. It has 9 rooms, 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. It is 3,397 square feet and sits on a 0.34-acre lot. The contemporary raised-Ranch features a high-end gourmet kitchen with granite counter-tops and hardwood custom cabinets. The kitchen also features Viking appliances and a wine bar. The house features an open floor plan and the layout flows from a central great room to the master suite. An addition built in 2003 offers high ceilings, skylights a steam shower and a deck. The house has two fireplaces, a finished basement and a one-car garage. The home is listed by RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services, Cheryl Pendenza …
SCI Woburn's WorldFest is happening this afternoon on the Woburn Public Library lawn. Here are a list of performances.
Tour the world in your own backyard! WorldFest is returning to Downtown Woburn today from 2 to 5 p.m. Visitors can enjoy artwork, crafts, activities, cultural displays, and of course food from around the world. Performers will entertain the crowd with dance and music. Children’s activities and performances will delight the little ones. Some of this year’s performers include Brazilian Dancers, Chinese Children’s Choir, Bunker Hill Bag Pipe Band, Cuban Band Coco Torres, Korean Fan Dancers and much more. Bring your family and enjoy an afternoon of culture! WorldFest will take place on the Woburn Public Library Lawn at 45 Pleasant Street. The rain location will be the Senior Center in Woburn at 144 School Street. Wondering who will be …
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