Beatles tribute, sports betting, and Taunton history: ICYMI

Good morning, everybody and welcome to the start of another week – the middle of August. We’ve gone through a long, dry heat wave and now we’ve got a few days of showers on the horizon.

Local Beatles tribute band The Star Club will perform at the International Beatlesweek Festival in August. They are, from left, Patrick Foley of Taunton, Ian Motha of South Dartmouth, Bob Boyer of New Bedford and Keith Silvia of Freetown.
Local Beatles tribute band The Star Club will perform at the International Beatlesweek Festival in August. They are, from left, Patrick Foley of Taunton, Ian Motha of South Dartmouth, Bob Boyer of New Bedford and Keith Silvia of Freetown.

As we prepare to kick off a new week, let's take a look back at the week that was. The Star Club, a local Beatles tribute band, has got a ticket to ride, straight to the 36th annual International Beatlesweek Festival in Liverpool. Meanwhile, sports betting might be bringing new life to Raynham, while condos could be on the way in Taunton. We also dive into Taunton’s history and present with Then and Now. Get caught up with what you might have missed.  

Two years ago when she was hired as the head softball coach at Taunton High School, Carrie Consalvi knew she was in for a test taking control of the then-five-time state champions. After winning back-to-back Division I state championships, it’s safe to say it was a test she passed with flying colors. Get to know her right here. 

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