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Plane crashes into icy Halifax Lake

December 27, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

HALIFAX — A man is lucky to be alive after his plane crashed in the water behind Lake Street in Halifax Saturday afternoon around noon.

A portion of the Piper Archer 28-181, single propeller could be seen partially submerged near 78 Lake St., Halifax where first responders spent hours securing the oil spill from the plane with containment booms and awaited removal of the craft.

John Keegan of Hanson was helping his brother- in- law Aaron Sellers with a repair on the roof of his home when he saw the small plane skim the roof of the neighbors’ roof next door.

“His wings hit the ice then he popped back up and then crashed over there,” said Keegan pointing to the icy water.

Keegan, along with another man who heard the call from nearby  Cranland Airport in Hanson, were able to flip a canoe over that was at the bottom of the Sellers’ property, paddled through the ice to reach the pilot, and helped him to shore. The man was reportedly soaked but talking and said he was not hurt according to Keegan.  He was standing on the plane’s roof when the pair reached him.

In a press release Halifax firefighters reported they began the process of launching their marine craft in an attempt to reach the plane and encountered thin layers of ice and cold weather which prohibited the rescue boat from initially reaching the airplane.  A mutual aid airboat from Middleborough was called to assist in reaching the aircraft.  Companies then began the process of securing the surroundings with inflatable booms to stop any fuel leaks.

Massachusetts Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Environmental Protection, National Transportation Safety Board, Sheriff’s department, and State police were called to assist in the aircraft recovery, according to the press release.

The pilot later returned to the scene.  He was seen walking with a police officer in dry clothing and shook hands with Sellers as he passed by his home where Keegan had assisted him earlier. The man declined to comment to this reporter.

Other hazardous materials units were called in from Kingston and Duxbury.  Andy’s Towing and other tow companies were called to standby the incident.  The Plymouth County Dive Team was also activated with members from Hanover, Hingham, Abington, and Plympton.  Hanson Fire provided coverage at Halifax fire station

The name of the pilot has not been released by authorities and the cause of the crash is currently under investigation, according to the Halifax Fire Dept.

Filed Under: Breaking News, News

Holmes Library Costume Parade

November 8, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

The Holmes Public Library, 470 Plymouth St., Halifax, hosted its annual Hallowe’en Costume Parade last week.  Children from several nearby towns came dressed in their best  costumes to Trick or Treat as the Holmes welcomed their new Children’s Librarian, Holly Iannucci.

Filed Under: Featured Story, News

Unattended death in Halifax

October 18, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

Halifax police are investigating the unattended death of an 83 year-old man on Tuesday.

The victim has been identified as Henry Stukuls of Atkinson, New Hampshire.

State police detectives and Halifax police are jointly investigating the incident, according to reports from Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz and Halifax Police Chief Joao Chaves.

At approximately 10 a.m. Tuesday, State Police Detectives assigned to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office were advised by Halifax Police of an unattended death, which occurred at 287 Holmes Street in Halifax.

The victim was transported to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Plymouth where he was pronounced dead.

The state office of the Chief Medical Examiner took jurisdiction and will determine the cause of death, according to the press release.

Wednesday, when this reporter sought comment, there was no activity at the building, and the front doors were locked. There appeared to be video cameras on the outsides of the building, which is located across from the entrance to the Halifax commuter rail station. The business is reportedly a woodworking company that makes custom wine racks. There was an overhead sign that read Maverick Furniture but appeared to be painted over on the front of the building.

A car with New Hampshire plates remained in the parking lot Wednesday morning and appeared to have been there overnight with frosted windows.

The dispatched 911 call over the public scanner Tuesday morning around 8: 30 a.m. was reported as a possible industrial accident involving a fork lift. Stukuls was reportedly found outside the building.

Police would not confirm any other details of the incident citing the ongoing investigation.

Police did say that there is no apparent danger to the public at large.

Filed Under: Breaking News, News

Colchester Fall Celebration

October 18, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

Colchester Farm celebrated their annual Fall Fest Celebration Oct., 5, with hay rides around the farm and pumpkins for sale.

Many festival goers purchased Tom’s Wood Fire Pizza  and Harper Lane Brewery  concessions  while they enjoyed musician guitarist  Hayley Sabella at the outdoor event.

With face painting and beanbag toss games along with visiting the goats, there were plenty of activities for all ages. Many families were delighted to pick their own flowers and put them in Mason jars – a popular choice.

Filed Under: Featured Story, News

Halifax FD Open House sparks interest

October 11, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

The Halifax Fire Department Open House  brought  kids, adults, and families together on Sunday, Oct. 6.

People got to meet their firefighters, tour the station, and have a lot of fun while they tried on the real firefighter gear and checked out the trucks!

Kids had fun in the bouncy house, ate cotton candy, popcorn, pizza, and soda, and learned about fire safety with demonstrations.

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It’s more than corn at Nessralla’s Maze; lots of fun and much to do!

September 27, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

Nessralla’s Corn Maze in Halifax opened for its 12th year in mid September to the delight of families near and far.

Fifteen acres were planted in the spring and cut to represent “Super Girl” in a challenging maze experience.

This young adventurer, Lydia Giarratana, 10, of Whitman, appeared as an aerialist in the sky as she slid down the zipline into the sunset.

Filed Under: Featured Story, News

Fire damages Halifax home

August 30, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

HALIFAX – Heavy smoke could be seen from across the street as witnesses said they made 911 calls from the Dunkin Donuts drive thru on Plymouth Street Friday, Aug. 23, around 3 p.m.

A house fire at 346 Plymouth St. appeared to have been caused by a faulty electrical outlet and was deemed accidental in nature, Fire Chief Jason Viveiros told the press.

One personnel member responded with a fire engine because the Halifax ambulance was committed on a prior call.

In early images from bystanders, flames could be seen pouring out of the side of the two-family home. Witnesses said they ran to bang on the doors when they saw black smoke quickly turn to flames.

Tayla Jarris of Pembroke said there were more than a few people with cell phones calling the fire in as she and Stephen Bentley of Plympton went to the home to listen for sounds of people or animals.

Another man who did not wish to comment had also reportedly run to the back of the home to check if help was needed there, Jarris said.

Halifax Fire requested mutual aid and a second alarm was called to bring more manpower to the fire scene.

Jeanmarie Venti, the tenant of the home, had just returned to work from her lunch break when she received a call that her house was on fire.  The property is owned by Tina and Bill Alger, also of Halifax.

Marie Sanford, Venti’s daughter who was at the fire scene, told the Express that her mother was shaken up and did not want to speak to the press at that time.  She said that her mother was not home at the time of the fire, but incidentally had returned from a quick lunch just about an hour before the fire.

Sanford added that she was thankful that her mom was not hurt.

An early estimate put damages around $300,000, according to Chief Viveiros.

The fire was brought under control just before 4 p.m.

One firefighter was taken to Brockton Hospital for medical treatment.

Departments who responded to the scene along with a Kingston engine that covered the Halifax fire station were: Hanson, East Bridgewater, Pembroke, and Plympton fire departments.

During the fire incident both the Kingston engine and Pembroke ambulance responded for a medical emergency call.

All units were cleared and in service at 5 p.m. according to Viveiros.

Filed Under: Breaking News, News

Happy pooch at Holmes pet show

July 12, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

The always anticipated Annual Pet Show at the Holmes Public Library, 470 Plymouth St., Halifax, was held Monday, July 8, beginning at 6 p.m.

More than 20 entrants came to be seen and petted, representing several species of canines, rabbits, frogs, and even a chicken named, of course, “Chickie”!

Children’s Librarian Miss Stacy emceed the event, introducing each entrant with its person, allowing the audience to get a close-up look.

Filed Under: Featured Story, News

Downward facing… goat?

July 5, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

HANSON — Early morning the sun shone on 25 yogis of varied skill levels that stretched on their mats Saturday, June 22.

Amid them were three very spunky, friendly goats nicknamed the ‘Golden Girls,’ after the TV comedy — Dorothy and Blanche, both miniature Nubians and Rose a Nigerian dwarf goat.

Red Horse Farm is a serene space set slightly back off 300 High St., in Hanson.

Each weekend they host Goat Yoga —just as it sounds, the yoga class is with goats. If you love getting an intense stretch and possibly a nose kiss from a curious, furry face you may have found your niche.

Nicole Riley owner and trainer of Red Horse Farm works with the goats as local yoga instructor Kristina Northrup teaches the class.

“The interest has been amazing! We thought we’d get a few people who’d want to attend, but we’re packed every weekend! And it’s not just Hanson; we’ve had people drive all the way down from Boston to attend… which blows me away,” said Riley.
The  goats are trained to participate with the group and introduce  slight, weight-bearing additions during several poses. Riley is inside the fenced area and entices the goats with food pellets. 

“Kristina Northrup, our yoga instructor, has done such a great job,” Riley said. “We needed to train the goats prior to launching the class in May and she’s just been game from the very start! She has such a great way about teaching and we’re lucky to have her.”

A mix of genders and ages attended the Goat Yoga class.

Nick Collazo of Taunton who was adept at yoga and fitness was in a full downward facing dog and held his pose as if he barely noticed the two Nigerian dwarf goats that gently danced on his back.  Eventually he lowered himself laughing with the people around him who also took a moment to snap some cell phone pictures.

Quite possibly the goats offer a balanced enlightenment to the perfection some impose on themselves during yoga.  The audible laughter and amusement blended well in the breezy, summer air.

Nicole and her husband Paul also shared their love of the outdoors and a fairytale wedding on the property when they married in 2015.  They purchased the property in 2014 and are close to completing their renovations on the homestead, which was built in the 1800’s.

Their friends who own Hobby Knoll Stables in Duxbury brought their wedding party down High Street in a horse drawn carriage with neighbors looking on in delight.

The bride called her wedding day “magical.”

The farm also hosts a hands-on program called Little Farmers Morning for children. They learn about the goats, chickens, and horses.  It is geared towards children ages 5 to 11, with hands-on learning of horsemanship skills, goat and chicken care, egg collection with an arts and craft project or storybook.

One of her favorite parts is watching the faces of the little ones light up.

“It is the best feeling,” she said.

The RHF is primarily a boarding farm but they wanted to add things that people could enjoy in the outdoor atmosphere.

“I think its fun for those not accustomed to being around horses to hear them neigh during class or see the chickens from the yoga ring’” Riley said. “The goats, ‘The Golden Girls,’ are a riot — each with their own hilarious personality. And there’s as much laughter during class as exercise!”

RHF also offers riding lessons, and farm fresh eggs.

They are located on three acres of land, which abuts conservation land with riding trails.

There’s just something about this little farm and it’s peaceful feeling …being in the fresh air with animals is good for the soul and we hope people enjoy visiting, she said.

Upcoming events and classes, which run through October along with sign ups, are located on their website.  RedhorseFarmHanson.com.

Filed Under: More News Left, News

22nd Annual Eggstravaganza hosted by Halifax Youth & Recreation Department

April 19, 2019 By Stephanie Spyropoulos

Bubbles, bubbles everywhere at the Halifax Youth And Recreation Department 22nd Annual Holiday Eggstravaganzaa.

Kenzie Deegan, 3, of Halifax put the finishing touches on her glitter tattoo.

lison Vivela, 2, of Kingston made up her own game despite having to wait line.

Lilah Tang, 5, of East Bridgewater sat for a photo with the Easter Bunny.

Jayden Ruge, 5, of Halifax danced with his uncle waiting in line for the balloon animals.

Alexis Springhetti, 5 ½ of Halifax wore bunny ears as she shared a day of fun with her grandma Lisa Crowner.

Kylie Cordero, 2, of Halifax held hands with Cameron Harding, 2, of Bridgewater as they carried their buckets in to the Halifax Halifax Youth And Recreation Department 22nd Annual Holiday Eggstravaganzaa .

Jiadah Jacobs, 11, helped her mom Meghan and brother Jonah Jacobs, 5, make a guess on the jelly bean jar.

. Hannah Thomas, 4, of Halifax center popped bubbles as the dance music played.

Sadie Thomas, 2, of Halifax stopped to show off her flower balloon before heading to the face painting station.

Filed Under: More News Left, News

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