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Kristin Palpini

Managing Editor CT/WMa

kpalpini@dailyvoice.com

Kristin is a journalist with nearly 20 years experience reporting and editing in Massachusetts. She got her start in the field at The Daily Hampshire Gazette in Northampton, MA, where she rose to the rank of web editor. She’s been the editor in chief of the Valley Advocate, an alternative weekly newspaper also out of Northampton, and creator and editor of the award-winning Berkshire Eagle’s Business Insider (Pittsfield, MA.). Kristin is dedicated to rooting out the truth as well as the juicy details that come along with it. She also enjoys saying “y'all” far too often for someone who was born in the Bay State and kayaking. She was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

Kristin Palpini's Contributions

News
Will COVID-19 Cancel Halloween This Year? Will COVID-19 Cancel Halloween This Year?
Will Covid-19 Cancel Halloween This Year? COVID-19 has upended people’s health, the economy, and soon - possibly - the holidays. Halloween may be on the chopping block for fall 2020. Communities across Massachusetts are starting to have conversations about how best to accommodate the holiday - if it will be celebrated at all. Already Salem has canceled a host of Halloween-related activities including the Kids’ Costume Parade, outdoor food vending, the Salem Food Truck Festival, and the Mayor’s Night Out. The community, which was the site of the Salem Witch Trials, attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each October. Other big…

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by Kristin Palpini
News
In Memory: U.S. Flags At Half-Mast Friday, Sept. 4, Across Massachusetts In Memory: U.S. Flags At Half-Mast Friday, Sept. 4, Across Massachusetts
In Memory: U.S. Flags At Half-Mast Friday, Sept. 4, Across Massachusetts American flags across Massachusetts will be flown at half-mast today in honor of a fallen soldier. Gov. Baker has lowered the flags from sunrise to sunset on Friday, Sept. 4, in coordination with the funeral services of SGT Brandon Wieland of Holliston who died on Aug. 24. Weiland’s mother, Lisa Ann Wieland, lives in Winchendon.

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Business
Is Outdoor Dining Here To Stay? Central Mass Is Working On It Is Outdoor Dining Here To Stay? Central Mass Is Working On It
Is Outdoor Dining Here To Stay? Central Mass Is Working On It Outdoor drinking could be here to stay as Worcester city officials consider how to expand options for restauranteurs on a permanent basis. Many communities have loosened their outdoor eating restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic to help accommodate social distancing. But things are going so well, City Manager Edward Augustus Jr. told the Worcester Telegram and Gazette that the city is thinking of providing an option for restaurants to offer alfresco options. In the fall, Augustus plans to file new zoning regulations to accommodate permanent outdoor dining. Worcester cleared the way f…

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Traffic
Updated: I-84 West Traffic Jam Friday, Sept. 4 Updated: I-84 West Traffic Jam Friday, Sept. 4
Updated: I-84 West Traffic Jam Friday, Sept. 4 .A motorcycle versus car accident on I-84 westbound in East Hartford has left two people seriously injured and backed up traffic for miles. “Interstate 84 westbound near exit 58 in East Hartford is completely closed due to serious injuries accident. Please avoid the area and seek an alternate route,” The Connecticut State Polic said. Traffic is backed up all the way to Manchester. A Jeep rear-ended a motorcycle while both were traveling near exit 58, Connecticut State Police said. There were two people on the bike. Both riders have been taken to the hospital for serious injuries while th…

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News
MA, CT Public Schools Get Highest Grades In Nation MA, CT Public Schools Get Highest Grades In Nation
MA, CT Public Schools Get Highest Grades In Nation Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Jersey have the best public school systems in the United States, according to a new education report. EdWeek Research Center’s annual “Quality Counts” report grades each state’s public school system on a scale of A to F. The ranking takes into account student success, school finances and student achievement then awards a score on a scale of 1 to 100 (the higher the score, the better the letter grade). New Jersey had a slightly higher score than Massachusetts - 87.3 for NJ and 86.7 for MA - both states were awarded the highest marks in the nation: B+. Con…

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Business
Iconic Harley Davidson Shop Is Going Out Of Business Iconic Harley Davidson Shop Is Going Out Of Business
Iconic Harley Davidson Shop Is Going Out Of Business The iconic Harley Davidson shop in Southampton is closing. The last day of business will be Sept. 15. The Southampton Harley Davidson is owned by Aaron Patrick. He started the business more than 10 years ago on College Highway (Route 10). A popular stop for riders of all skill levels, the Southampton Harley Davidson sold about 5,000 motorcycles during its run, according to Patrick. They sold new and used bikes as well as parts, accessories, and merchandise.  

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Business
'Military Experience' Museum - With Obstacle Course - Proposed For CT 'Military Experience' Museum - With Obstacle Course - Proposed For CT
'Military Experience' Museum - With Obstacle Course - Proposed For CT A “Military Experience Museum” - complete with a military-style obstacle course - is being proposed for construction by the Berlin-Meriden line. Developers 76 Chamblerin Highway LLC and Meadow Haven Inc., are seeking to put the museum on an approximately 77-acre parcel on Chamberlin Highway. Thomas O’Rourke of Wallingford is the applicant and Joseph Carabetta of Meriden is the landowner behind the proposal. “The overall goal is to create a destination where people can become interested in military history and adventure through participation,” O’Rourke said in his application. The museum w…

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Police & Fire
Man Who Exposed 'Lower Half' To Hamden Motorist While Driving Sought By Police Man Who Exposed 'Lower Half' To Hamden Motorist While Driving Sought By Police
Man Who Exposed 'Lower Half' To Hamden Motorist While Driving Sought By Police Police are searching for a man who exposed his genitals to a woman while the two drove separate vehicles down a Connecticut street earlier this week. On Monday, Aug. 31, at around 8:30 a.m., Hamden Police received a report of “indecent exposure,” police said. A 26-year-old woman had been driving her motor vehicle on Whitney Avenue in Hamden when she said a large, silver flatbed truck started following her. The man driving the truck pulled alongside the woman and winked at her, police said. Still driving beside her, the man then allegedly “completely exposed his lower half and was masturba…

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News
By November, COVID-19 Vaccine Centers Should Be Operational, CDC Says By November, COVID-19 Vaccine Centers Should Be Operational, CDC Says
By November, Covid-19 Vaccine Centers Should Be Operational, CDC Says Preparations are being made for a COVID-19 vaccine that could be available in November, according to a letter to U.S. governors from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The letter, which was obtained by McClatchy, asked governors to do what they can to clear any potential roadblocks to swift vaccine distribution. The letter, dated Aug. 27, is from CDC Director Robert Redfield. The doctor said that the regular process of licenses and permits for distribution centers could delay the delivery of a COVID-19 vaccine. “CDC urgently requests your assistance in expediting applications …

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Business
More Options For Recreational Weed In Central Mass Coming Soon More Options For Recreational Weed In Central Mass Coming Soon
More Options For Recreational Weed In Central Mass Coming Soon A medical marijuana dispensary will start selling recreational pot to adults on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Mission Dispensary, owned by 4Front, has won approval from the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission for the Mission Dispensary and cultivation/processing facilities in Worcester to start adult-use retail and production. There will be a soft launch of the expanded business Wednesday. Mission Dispensary is located on Lincoln Street. 4Front is also expanding its business in Georgetown, Massachusetts, according to the company. 4Front is a multi-state cannabis retailer and producer of mor…

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