Serious Motorcycle Crash + Turbine Blade Goes Flying + Police Chase Dog Through Busy Tunnel: MA Weekend

MASSACHUSETTS — A Dracut resident is in critical condition after crashing his motorcycle in Tewsbury this past weekend.

Meanwhile, Plymouth residents were caught off guard when the blade of a wind turbine went flying off the hinges and into a cranberry bog.

Plus, State Police rescued a dog who was running loose in a busy Boston tunnel.

Motorcyclist In Critical Condition After Crash In Tewksbury
Police responded to the scene on the corner of Brook Street and Janet Avenue shortly after 9 p.m. on Friday night. The 56-year-old motorcycle driver was unconscious on the ground with a head injury. He was soon airlifted to the hospital in a MedFlight helicopter and remained in critical condition.

Wind Turbine Blade Breaks Off In Plymouth, Massachusetts, Lands In Cranberry Bog
The Plymouth Fire Department was made aware of the situation when a neighbor spotted the nearly 100 foot-long blade lying in a cranberry bog. Nearby residents testified about hearing a noise that sounded like an explosion at 2 p.m. on Friday afternoon.

Dog Running Loose In Ted Williams Tunnel In Boston Rescued By Massachusetts State Police
Surveillance video from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation shows the black-and-white pup heading toward oncoming traffic on the East Boston side of the tunnel during the morning commute on Thursday. After state troopers attempted to catch the dog, it eventually hopped in the back seat of a police car.

Veterans Day Deals: Military Personnel Eat Free At These MA Restaurants
Restaurants, coffee shops and other businesses across the country are thanking veterans and active-duty military personnel for their service with special Veterans Day discounts and deals. See the full list of chain restaurants that are offering something special to the bravest people in the country.

When Does Santa Arrive At Shopping Malls Across MA?
Santa Claus has already arrived in some Simon Malls to hear what local children want to see put under their Christmas trees next month. The full schedule is out detailing when Kris Kringle will be appearing at the numerous locations throughout the state. Simon Malls will also host Caring Santa days for children with special needs, including those in need of a sensory-friendly experience as well as pet photo days and storytime with Santa events.

Bitter Blast To Hit MA With Snow Chance, Taste Of Winter: See Latest Forecast
Winter weather is on the horizon as temperatures are scheduled to drop this week. The early part of the week includes fast winds with highs of approximately 50 degrees and nighttime lows of about 20.

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