FRAMINGHAM, Mass., January 17, 2012 – On December 8, 2011, International Data Corporation (IDC) hosted its first New England State Government Broadband Summit. Attending the summit were representatives from broadband and telecom organizations in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. At the summit, the state government broadband representatives discussed plans for fixed and mobile broadband deployment in their respective states. To supplement and frame the discussion, IDC offered insight and guidance from a national market perspective, presenting findings Continue reading >>>

Police searched Chelsea High School today after a bomb threat was discovered on a recorded line. Nothing was found, Chelsea police said. But before Chelsea police completed their search, school officials decided to dismiss all students for the day around 10:30 a.m., according to police. Captain Keith Houghton said the message, which was left over the weekend, was discovered by school officials around 8:30 a.m. Houghton described the threat as “a general threat of a bomb,” and said Chelsea police K-9 units conducted a full search of the school. “It’s safe,’’ Continue reading >>>

The following was submitted by the Charlestown YMCA. It was edited only for format. The Charlestown YMCA will host a free open house from Wednesday, January 18 through Sunday, January 22 to help the community kick off a year of healthy living. With a state-of-the-art fitness center boasting an additional 700 square feet and new free weight equipment, a sauna, 25 yard 4-lane lap pool and basketball court, all right in the Navy Yard, the Y makes committing to an active lifestyle fun and convenient.  “Living healthier is all about taking small steps,” says Charlestown YMCA’s Director of Membership Continue reading >>>

Police had a half-dozen dogs scouring Chelsea High School today after school officials said they received a bomb threat and dismissed all students and staff, authorities said. As of noon, the search was still ongoing, and Chelsea police are working with an outside police department in the community from where the call came, said Chelsea Police Capt. Keith Houghton. He declined to say which town or city, but said it’s not a neighboring town but in the greater Boston area. School officials told police they checked the recorded line that fields calls over the weekend, where they found a message Continue reading >>>

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The Emily Rooney Show noon WGBH-FM (89.7) The political periscope. Radio Boston 3 p.m. WBUR-FM (90.9) NightSide with Dan Rea 8 p.m. WBZ-AM (1030) Josh Rubenstein of Amnesty International. SOAP OPERA UPDATE Days of Our Lives Will’s blackmail attempt on EJ blows up in his face when EJ turns the tables on him. General Hospital Sam gets a call from Patrick about Jason. One Life to Live Llanview families such as the Buchanans and the Lords bid adieu in the series finale. The Bold and the Beautiful Bill’s newest lie puts Liam in a difficult position. The Young and the Restless Nikki plays a dangerous Continue reading >>>

Let the title defense begin. A strong third quarter surge proved to be the difference maker, as the Mustangs clipped Cambridge, 57-43. Jan. 10. With the win the Mustangs improved to 6-2 overall and 2-0 in the GBL. Trailing 23-20 at halftime, Medford stormed out of the gate in the third stanza potting 20 points to take a 40-33 lead entering the fourth quarter. Medford senior Tania Holmes spearheaded the attack with 23 points and five assists. Coach Leo Burke was happy with the intensity the girls played with in the second half to overcome a sluggish first half. Senior Katherine Continue reading >>>

The list above details the “protected classes” of people that are covered by fair housing laws. People often ask if a landlord can refuse to rent to smokers or students. Since smokers and students are not protected classes, fair housing laws do not protect them. The most obvious way to violate a person’s fair housing rights is to decide not to rent or sell to them. Less obvious discrimination includes: • Telling a real estate agent not to show the property to members of a protected class • Negotiating differently with a member of a protected class • Offering different information Continue reading >>>

by Cambridge PR Group PEABODY, MASS. (01/16/2012)(readMedia)-- As the first Americans projected to make less than their parents in the modern era, Generation Y is expected to be slower than past generations to enter the luxury-car market. With that in mind, Acura unveiled a concept version of its new affordable ILX compact sedan at the Detroit Auto Show last week. The Acura ILX will be priced below the larger Acura TSX sedan, carrying an MSRP well below $30,000 when it goes on sale this spring at Acura dealerships. Acura noted that, as its new entry-level vehicle, the ILX will address the Continue reading >>>

UnityUnity in the Foothills102 Prospect Street, Torrington, CT 06790www.unityinthefoothils.orgSunday Celebration at 10:30 a.m.Sunday School 10:45 a.m.MethodistFirst United Methodist Church21 Fern Drive, Torrington, CT 06790Rev. Barbara B. Shaffer, Pastor860-489-8084www.fumctorr.orgEmail fumctorr@sbcglobal.netSunday Service 9:30 a.m.Sunday School 10:45 a.m. - 1:45 a.m. Pre K thru AdultEvangelicalNorthfield Bible Church10 Camp Hill Road, Northfield, CT 06778860-283-9598 www.nccindependent.orgBible Doctrines Class: Sunday 9:00 a.m.Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00 p.m.Pot Continue reading >>>