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Jan 9, 2024 · PEABODY, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — A group known for leaving big tips for servers at eateries around Massachusetts struck again during the snow storm over the weekend, this time on the North Shore. Two waitresses at Red's Kitchen and Tavern in Peabody were shocked when they were handed a nearly $7,200 tip by a table of 40 people.

Feb 4, 2020 · Billionaire Ernie Boch Jr. surprised a waitress at a Salisbury restaurant on Saturday after leaving her a $5000 tip.

Sep 28, 2024 · WBZ NewsRadio’s Jay Willet sought out some of the divided opinions. What is Question 5? Ballot Question 5 is a proposed law asking voters to approve increasing the tipped minimum wages for servers and bartenders in the restaurant industry to the state minimum wage over a five-year period.

Mar 17, 2025 · Survey: Nearly 90% of Americans believe tipping is getting out of hand today! Scott Baradell - Branding & Consumer Trends Expert with Idea Grove gets at the tip of the iceberg. Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

Apr 29, 2024 · DEDHAM, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — The jury in the Karen Read murder trial began hearing from witnesses after opening statements wrapped up on Monday. Karen Read is accused of hitting her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, with her SUV and then leaving him for dead in the snow in Canton, Mass. in January of 2022.

May 3, 2024 · The Karen Read trial has resumed with a fourth day of testimony.

May 16, 2024 · Photo: Madison Rogers/WBZ NewsRadio DEDHAM, Mass. ( WBZ NewsRadio ) — The Karen Read murder trial resumed on Thursday in Norfolk Superior Court with the 13th day of testimony. Karen Read is accused of killing her boyfriend , Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, by hitting him with her SUV on Jan. 29, 2022.

Jun 5, 2024 · Photo: James Rojas/WBZ NewsRadio DEDHAM, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — Wednesday was day 20 of the Karen Read murder trial at Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham. Read is accused of hitting her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, with her SUV and leaving him to die in a snowstorm in January of 2022.

Mar 18, 2025 · Travelers are encouraged to report suspicious behavior to local authorities or the FBI's tip line. The State Department has issued varying travel advisories for several destinations , including a level 4 "do not travel" warning for Haiti and level 3 …