Animals Escape Barn Fire + Harvard Square Stabbing + Windy And Snowy New Year: MA Weekend

MASSACHUSETTS — Barn animals were able to make a daring escape from a barn that went ablaze in Winchendon this past weekend.

Meanwhile, Cambridge police were able to make an arrest not long after a stabbing took place in Harvard Square.

Plus, the National Weather Service is predicting a wide variety of weather conditions for the week leading up to the New Year.

Ducks, Chickens Escape Raging Massachusetts Barn Fire
The Winchendon Fire Department requested assistance from multiple nearby departments to help put out the intense barn blaze. The barn’s doors and windows had been opened prior to the arrival of first responders, allowing a number of chickens and ducks who resided inside to safely escape.

Arrest Made In Weekend Cambridge Stabbing Incident
Cambridge police, fire, and emergency medical services responded to the Harvard Square scene at approximately 9:15 a.m. to discover a person suffering from multiple stab wounds, who was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. A person was arrested inside the Harvard Square MBTA station.

60+ MPH Winds, Crashing Temps To Follow Monday Storm: See Latest Forecast
The National Weather Service issued a High Wind Watch for northern Middlesex County and Worcester County Monday night, as sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph are expected with gusts up to 60 mph. After a warmer day, temperatures are slated to drop yet again. New Year’s Eve calls for snow showers; however, it is not expected to accumulate.

Eat On A Budget This New Year's Eve: MA Cheap Eats
These three eateries in the Greater Boston area are offering dining experiences at $75 per person or less for those looking to celebrate the turn to 2026 on a budget. Some reservations remain available with only days remaining in the year.

1 Person Dead After Large House Fire In Needham
The body of a 21-year-old woman was recovered in the debris of the fire after first being considered unaccounted for. Needham Fire Chief Thomas Conroy said there were a total of three people in the home when the blaze broke out, and two managed to escape. Crews responded to the scene at 20 Woodsworth Road just before 6 a.m. to discover heavy smoke and flames emanating from the first, second, and third floors of the home as well as from the roof.