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Plymouth police officer, husband arrested amid allegations of sexual abuse

Court records indicate Pelrine, 31, is facing three counts of aggravated child rape with force and one count of aggravated statutory child rape. Forand's charges were not immediately clear.
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Boston police seeking suspect who allegedly assaulted pregnant woman in Roxbury laundromat

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11 hours ago

2 Boston men accused of assaulting man who hit their car while trying to park

Two men face assault charges after allegedly beating a man who accidentally hit their vehicle while parking.
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1 week ago

Boston police seeking suspect who allegedly assaulted pregnant woman in Roxbury laundromat

Boston police seek public help identifying a suspect who allegedly kicked a five-month-pregnant woman during a dispute at a Roxbury laundromat on March 1.
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12 hours ago

Healey announces kickoff of public safety initiative for 2026 World Cup

The friendly match in Foxborough will test Massachusetts' safety plan for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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12 hours ago

Kraft-owned New England Revolution backing White Stadium renovation

The New England Revolution supports the White Stadium renovation, emphasizing its community benefits and potential impact on future projects.
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1 day ago

Police release photo of 'person of interest' in Boston shooting

A shooting occurred in Boston's South End, with a suspect seen discarding clothing before fleeing the scene.
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One injured in South End shooting

A shooting in Boston's South End on Sunday evening injured one person; police are investigating with no arrests made yet.
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1 day ago

Police release photo of 'person of interest' in Boston shooting

A shooting occurred in Boston's South End, with a suspect seen discarding clothing before fleeing the scene.
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1 week ago

One injured in South End shooting

A shooting in Boston's South End on Sunday evening injured one person; police are investigating with no arrests made yet.
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1 day ago

'Children's lives are at stake': Boston teachers protest staffing cuts

Boston Public Schools face over 400 job cuts, impacting support for high-needs students, prompting calls for increased funding from educators and community members.
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22 hours ago

Speakers, performers announced for 'No Kings' Boston rally Saturday

The No Kings Boston protest on March 28 will feature prominent speakers and performers, aiming to address various social issues and attract over 100,000 attendees.
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15 hours ago

State Police searching for Berkshire County man after suspicious early-morning fire

Police are searching for John Rohane after a suspicious fire was intentionally set at his home in Monterey.
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21 hours ago

3 arrested in 'highly coordinated' break-in scheme that targeted Indian, East Asian residents

A sophisticated crime ring targeted Massachusetts families of Indian and East Asian descent, stealing cash and jewelry through coordinated break-ins.
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18 hours ago

Former Miss Hall's School teacher at center of grooming allegations is charged with rape

Matthew Rutledge was indicted on three counts of rape for allegedly grooming and sexually abusing former students at Miss Hall's School.
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20 hours ago

A JetBlue flight reportedly hit a coyote during takeoff at T.F. Green Airport

The captain told passengers, 'This is the flight crew. If anybody heard that thud, we hit a coyote,' shortly after takeoff.
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1 day ago

Marshfield police searching for missing 8-year-old boy

An 8-year-old boy named Callahan Pierce is missing in Marshfield, last seen wearing a black sweatshirt and sweatpants.
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1 week ago

Body pulled from Wakefield lake believed to be that of missing man

Authorities recovered a body from Lake Quannapowitt believed to be Jason Thomas, 45, who went missing from Wakefield in December after leaving home and failing to return.
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1 day ago

Marshfield police searching for missing 8-year-old boy

An 8-year-old boy named Callahan Pierce is missing in Marshfield, last seen wearing a black sweatshirt and sweatpants.
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1 week ago

Body pulled from Wakefield lake believed to be that of missing man

Authorities recovered a body from Lake Quannapowitt believed to be Jason Thomas, 45, who went missing from Wakefield in December after leaving home and failing to return.
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20 hours ago

David Ortiz won Boston.com's bracket of the best sports soundbites, and it wasn't close

David Ortiz's 2013 quote, 'This is our f****** city,' won the best soundbite in Boston sports history.
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2 days ago

'Stay strong': David Ortiz's defiant declaration in the wake of tragedy still resonates with Boston

David Ortiz's impactful moments and words significantly shaped Boston's sports history and community spirit, especially after the 2013 Marathon bombings.
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20 hours ago

David Ortiz won Boston.com's bracket of the best sports soundbites, and it wasn't close

David Ortiz's 2013 quote, 'This is our f****** city,' won the best soundbite in Boston sports history.
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2 days ago

'Stay strong': David Ortiz's defiant declaration in the wake of tragedy still resonates with Boston

David Ortiz's impactful moments and words significantly shaped Boston's sports history and community spirit, especially after the 2013 Marathon bombings.
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2 days ago

Panel of experts weighs in on future of Faneuil Hall

Faneuil Hall Marketplace is being re-imagined to better serve locals amid declining foot traffic and changing urban dynamics.
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2 days ago

No ICE agents at Logan Airport yet as agents deploy to busy airports

ICE agents were not deployed to any New England airport, according to Mike Gayzagian, the president of AFGE Local 2617, the New England branch of the TSA officers' union. Agents could come next week, but those rumors are unsubstantiated.
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1 day ago

Monica Cannon-Grant ordered to pay more than $224K over fraud charges

Monica Cannon-Grant pleaded guilty to fraud, ordered to pay over $224,000 in restitution and forfeiture for misusing nonprofit funds and pandemic relief.
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2 days ago

IPL champions Bengaluru to keep 11 seats empty in honour of stampede dead

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will keep 11 seats empty at their stadium to honor fans who died in a stampede during celebrations last year.
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2 days ago

State House Minority Leader opts not to run again after 32 years in office

State Rep. Bradley Jones will not seek reelection after over three decades in office, continuing to serve until January 2027.
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2 days ago

Leaders Underestimate the Value of Employee Joy

Companies often treat employees as operational inputs, leading to dissatisfaction despite claiming they are their greatest asset.
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2 days ago

GoFundMe for Boston officer charged in fatal shooting soars past $400K

Officer Nicholas O'Malley was suspended after being charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of Stephenson King, with community support raising over $400,000.
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2 days ago

The unsolved murder of Kendric Price, a beloved youth mentor gunned down on his childhood street in Dorchester

Kendric Price had seemingly done everything right. He grew up on Greenwood Street in Dorchester, graduated from Buckingham Browne & Nichols School in Cambridge, and got a scholarship to the University of Michigan, where he earned his bachelor's degree in just three years.
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3 days ago

Plymouth police officer on paid leave amid criminal investigation

A Plymouth police officer is on paid leave due to a criminal investigation into her off-duty conduct.
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4 days ago

Phillies' Daniel Robert Released From Hospital After Cardiac Event

Daniel Robert collapsed after a bullpen session, suffering his second cardiac event in five months, raising concerns about his career and health management.
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2 hospitalized following hazardous materials exposure in Concord, fire officials say

Two individuals are hospitalized due to moderate exposure to spilled organo phosphorus in Concord.
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2 days ago

GoFundMe launched for Mass. family after teen dies in crash from overpass

Travis Teixeira, 18, died after his car fell from a Route 2 overpass in Leominster, prompting a fundraiser for his family.
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2 days ago

AI attack ads are hitting Massachusetts political campaigns

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are considering regulations for AI use in political advertising due to concerns about misleading voters and democratic integrity.
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3 days ago

Don't be fooled by this fake court notice scam in Mass., NH, authorities warn

Authorities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire warn about fake court notices sent by scammers, urging the public to verify unexpected communications.
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3 days ago

Pedestrian killed in Roxbury hit-and-run

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Roxbury, and the driver fled the scene.
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1 week ago

Police seek Mass. vehicle after driver involved in fatal Providence hit-and-run

Providence police seek public assistance locating a black Chevrolet Equinox with Massachusetts plates involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed 46-year-old Kevin Chappie on Corliss Street early Saturday morning.
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3 days ago

Pedestrian killed in Roxbury hit-and-run

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Roxbury, and the driver fled the scene.
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1 week ago

Police seek Mass. vehicle after driver involved in fatal Providence hit-and-run

Providence police seek public assistance locating a black Chevrolet Equinox with Massachusetts plates involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed 46-year-old Kevin Chappie on Corliss Street early Saturday morning.
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3 days ago

Suspected meteorite crashes into Houston home, officials say

A meteorite crashed into a home in suburban Houston, confirmed by NASA after eyewitness reports of a fireball and sonic booms.
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4 days ago

Winfield Jr.'s fiancee, Teesa Mpagi, helped woman hit by bus

Teesa Mpagi leaped off the bus without hesitation to provide aid, staying by the victim's side, holding her hand, calling her husband for support, and offering comfort until emergency vehicles arrived.
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5 days ago

Six people sent to hospital after man threatened to stab Boston bus driver

A man with a butcher knife injured six people at a Boston transit station before being taken into custody.
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5 days ago

'More money in my pocket is a no-brainer': Readers weigh in on proposed income tax cut

A recent analysis from Tufts University's Center for State Policy Analysis estimates it would reduce state tax revenue by roughly $5.1 billion per year - about a 10% overall decline - while saving the median Massachusetts household around $1,250 annually.
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6 days ago

Worcester school officials address racist comments after girls basketball game

These actions overshadowed the girls' opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments and included hateful, racial comments directed toward South High's players by adults and individuals not affiliated with either district.
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6 days ago

Jackson Square intersection reopens after burst water main flooded streets

A 12-inch water main pipe ruptured in Jamaica Plain, flooding streets for 48 hours before repair crews restored service and reopened the intersection.
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1 week ago

Major water main break in Jackson Square floods streets, causes detours

A major water main break at Columbus Avenue and Centre and Ritchie streets in Jamaica Plain flooded the intersection, forcing traffic reroutes and temporary transit closures.
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6 days ago

Women's Pro Baseball League shows on-field product at Red Sox spring site before inaugural season

The Women's Pro Baseball League held its first exhibition game, showcasing talent and excitement ahead of its inaugural season starting August 1.
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6 days ago

A university removed professors' Pride flags over Spring Break. Now they're fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Boston University educators oppose the removal of Pride flags, viewing it as a suppression of free speech and a sign of anti-LGBTQ+ intolerance.
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5 days ago

It's finally payday for former Boston Sports Clubs members

Massachusetts Attorney General's Office is refunding $4 million to 47,000 former Boston Sports Clubs members charged during COVID shutdowns.
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5 days ago

Two officers injured in struggle with knife-wielding man at Forest Hills station, police say

At about 11:15 a.m., MBTA Transit Police received a call about a man armed with a butcher's knife who was threatening people near the upper busway.
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6 days ago

Coolidge Corner Theatre workers vote to authorize strike as contract negotiations stall

Workers at Coolidge Corner Theatre authorized a strike amid slow contract negotiations, emphasizing job protection and the need for further dialogue.
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5 days ago

Healey pushes to get rid of Sunday hunting ban

"One of the funky things about Massachusetts is we have these 'blue laws' that go back to the Puritan times. Now, we've been able to overcome some of them through history. We stopped burning women at the stake and we allowed people to drink alcohol. But, we still have a Sunday ban on hunting. It doesn't make any sense," the governor said Thursday during a press conference.
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6 days ago

Energy assistance runs out amid spiking oil prices

"The American people are paying for Donald Trump's illegal war in Iran every time they pull up to the gas pump and every time they try to heat their homes. Because of Trump's reckless war, home heating oil prices have surged 30% in a single week."
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5 days ago

Red Line car shells cleared from customs, reviving replacement project

The shells were released after U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, who represents Springfield, and Gov. Maura Healey stepped up to negotiate the release. 'For any project, we know that there are things within our control and outside our control,' said MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng, in a statement to Boston.com.
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6 days ago

Six from N.H. charged in 'brazen' Downtown Crossing assault and robbery

Six New Hampshire residents were charged after chasing, beating, and robbing a 19-year-old at a Boston MBTA station, stealing his phone, ID, and debit cards.
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6 days ago

MTA To Announce Major Train Purchase At Brooklyn Facility

The MTA will announce a major railcar purchase at its new Sunset Park testing facility on March 19, 2026, accelerating the retirement of aging trains and deployment of newer cars across subway and commuter systems.
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6 days ago

Boston police officer arrested, charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting

Boston police officer Nicholas O'Malley was charged with manslaughter for fatally shooting Stephenson King during a reported carjacking response in Roxbury.
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1 week ago

City councilors call on Boston police to release footage of fatal shooting

Boston police fatally shot Stephenson King during a carjacking investigation after he refused commands and struck a police cruiser with a vehicle.
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1 week ago

Advocates sue Worcester over response to mental health 911 calls, alleging discrimination

Worcester's 911 service sends armed police to all mental health calls, leading to escalated violence against people with mental health disabilities and autism, prompting a federal discrimination lawsuit.
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6 days ago

City Council calls for more transparency from Wu over transportation projects

Mayor Wu's requirement for personal approval of transit and road safety projects has caused significant delays, prompting even her allies on the City Council to demand increased transparency and accountability.
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6 days ago

Boston City Council to weigh non-citizen voting

Boston City Council members introduced a home-rule petition to allow non-citizens with legal status to vote in municipal elections, citing their significant tax contributions and community investment.
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6 days ago

A grave situation: Medway police seek return of 12-foot-tall skeleton's head

A 12-foot plastic skeleton's head went missing from Medway Recreation Center over the weekend, prompting police investigation as larceny.
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1 week ago

Needham 16-year-old charged with murder in Roxbury slaying of woman, 61

The teen, whom officials have not publicly identified because he is a minor, is charged with murder, aggravated assault, and unlawful possession of a firearm, Boston police said in a press release. He is currently in custody on unrelated firearms charges and will be arraigned in Boston District Court at a later date, the department said.
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6 days ago

Would a Massachusetts income tax cut actually help you? Here's what to know.

A proposed ballot measure would reduce Massachusetts income tax from 5% to 4%, saving the median household $1,250 annually but costing the state approximately $5.1 billion in revenue.
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Police arrest 15-year-old in East Boston stabbing after he allegedly returns to the crime scene for his cellphone

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6 days ago

18-year-old and 14-year-old charged in daytime armed robbery in Charlestown

An 18-year-old and 14-year-old were arrested for armed robbery of an elderly woman in Charlestown, Boston, after pointing a gun at her and stealing her purse.
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1 week ago

Police arrest 15-year-old in East Boston stabbing after he allegedly returns to the crime scene for his cellphone

Two masked suspects stabbed a victim in East Boston after he refused to surrender his scooter and belongings; a 15-year-old was arrested at the scene.
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1 week ago

World Cup games at Gillette no longer in jeopardy after Foxborough officially approves license

Foxborough approved hosting seven World Cup games at Gillette Stadium after securing a security funding agreement covering an estimated $7.8 million in costs.
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6 days ago

NESN adds some familiar faces to its Red Sox broadcast lineup for 2026

NESN adds former Red Sox pitchers Rich Hill and Manny Delcarmen, plus ex-Blue Jays GM J.P. Ricciardi and pitcher Matt Barnes as studio analysts for the upcoming season.
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1 week ago

This Dorchester resident brings trash to City Hall to raise awareness of the litter problem in Boston

A Boston activist collects discarded city infrastructure and deposits it at City Hall to highlight government neglect and resource misallocation.
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1 week ago

2 charged after car hits pedestrians outside of downtown Boston nightclub

A man and woman face criminal charges after a Jeep struck three pedestrians outside a Boston nightclub on February 28, with the driver charged with felony assault and battery.
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1 week ago

I'm 66 and I finally understand that my mother wasn't cold - she was rationing. She had a finite amount of emotional energy and five people drawing from it every day, and the distance I interpreted as indifference was a woman trying to make it to bedtime without disappearing completely. - Silicon Canals

A child's misinterpretation of a parent's emotional reserve as indifference reveals how exhaustion and finite emotional capacity shape parental behavior across decades.
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1 week ago

NTSB: Flight instructor in fatal Mass. plane crash had 'do not fly' meds in system

The twin-engine plane crashed in a remote, wooded area near Leyden on Jan. 14, 2024, killing Fly Lugu Flight School owner Fredrika Ballard, 53, student pilot Chad Davidson, 29, and flight instructor William Hampton, 68. Witnesses later told the National Transportation Safety Board that the plane's engine sounded "clunky" and that the aircraft "corkscrewed" or "spiraled" as it dove nose-down around 11:25 a.m., shortly after departure.
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1 week ago

Officers Help Multiple Motorists After Vehicles Disabled From Metal Debris On Long Island Expressway: Police

A passing motorist reported multiple vehicles disabled by the debris on the westbound side between exits 61 and 62 at around 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, according to police. Highway patrol officers then closed the right lane and helped motorists with changing tires and contacting tow trucks.
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1 week ago

Easton police looking for dirt bikers who caused 'thousands' in damage at country club

Two dirt bikers trespassed at Easton Country Club on Sunday, causing thousands of dollars in damage before fleeing onto nearby railroad tracks.
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1 week ago

1 dead after car crashes into tree in Chelmsford

At about 12:30 p.m., emergency personnel responded to the area of 75 Littleton Road. The man, who was the driver, was suffering from serious injuries after crashing into a tree, police said. He was taken to a local hospital and pronounced dead.
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1 week ago

Woman, 45, killed in Newton crash

A 45-year-old woman died in a two-car collision in Newton that occurred at 4:30 p.m. on Walnut Street and Judith Road, with her vehicle subsequently striking a tree.
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1 week ago

2 Boston College students injured in deck collapse during off-campus party

Two Boston College students fell from a second-floor deck when rotting railing broke, causing serious injuries from the fall onto concrete below.
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1 week ago

Weekend commuter rail disruption will now leak into Fridays

The MBTA will suspend commuter rail service at North Station on four weekends in March and April for signal upgrades, with shuttle buses replacing trains on most lines except during Boston Marathon weekend.
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1 week ago

Police: Bus driver in Medford crash may have been asleep at the wheel

An MBTA bus driver crashed into parked cars and a home while appearing drowsy or asleep, with no evidence of alcohol or intoxicants involved.
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1 week ago

Roman Anthony wears Charlie McAvoy's USA Olympics jersey before WBC final

Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony wears Charlie McAvoy's Olympic hockey jersey to the World Baseball Classic final, batting .318 with seven RBIs in six tournament games.
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1 week ago

Suspected mortar shell brought into Essex police station prompts evacuation

A resident brought what they thought was an unexploded mortar shell to a police station, but it was actually an empty fuel canister, prompting evacuation and bomb squad investigation.
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1 week ago

Poll: Mass. Legislature underwater in court of public opinion

Massachusetts is known for being one of the least transparent states in the country when it comes to the accessibility of public records. The governor, judiciary, and state lawmakers enjoy broad exemptions for compliance with public records requests. There are no independent statewide audits of compliance with public records law.
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1 week ago

Train kills person in San Mateo

A Caltrain struck and killed a person near E. Bellevue Ave. in San Mateo on Saturday, with Caltrain reporting record fatalities of 19 deaths in 2024.
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1 week ago

17 arrested during St. Patrick's Day parade in South Boston, police say

Boston police arrested 17 people and confiscated dozens of gallons of mixed alcoholic drinks at South Boston's St. Patrick's Day parade while enforcing public drinking restrictions.
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1 week ago

Firefighter suffers cardiac arrest during Hyde Park blaze

A firefighter suffered cardiac arrest while battling a warehouse roof fire in Hyde Park that caused approximately $750,000 in damage.
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1 week ago

5 Boston sports moments that just missed out on the Soundbites Bracket

Boston.com reviews notable sports soundbites that narrowly missed inclusion in their March Madness-themed bracket due to subjectivity in selection criteria.
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1 week ago

Data Centers Are Deploying $175,000 Robot Dogs for Security. Companies Say They're Worth It.

Boston Dynamics' Spot ranges from $175,000 to $300,000, depending on configuration. Ghost Robotics' Vision 60 starts at $165,000. Both companies pitch them as cheaper alternatives to human guards, who cost around $150,000 annually. "Typically, our customers have a payoff within two years," Merry Frayne, senior director of product management at Boston Dynamics, told Business Insider.
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1 week ago

'A relic of a bygone era': Here's why readers want Massachusetts to stop changing its clocks

Massachusetts readers overwhelmingly support ending twice-yearly clock changes, though they disagree on which permanent time system to adopt.
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1 week ago

Should Massachusetts stop changing its clocks?

Massachusetts lawmakers are debating legislation to end twice-yearly clock changes and adopt a permanent time system to reduce health disruptions and improve productivity.
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1 week ago

'A relic of a bygone era': Here's why readers want Massachusetts to stop changing its clocks

Massachusetts readers overwhelmingly support ending twice-yearly clock changes, though they disagree on which permanent time system to adopt.
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1 week ago

Should Massachusetts stop changing its clocks?

Massachusetts lawmakers are debating legislation to end twice-yearly clock changes and adopt a permanent time system to reduce health disruptions and improve productivity.
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1 week ago

Bomb threat reportedly halts plane at Logan 'for hours' before being deemed 'not credible'

A bomb threat forced a JetBlue flight to remain on the tarmac at Boston Logan Airport for hours, but authorities determined the threat was not credible.
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1 week ago

Local Stores Shown in Google Shopping 'Stores' Tab

Google Shopping has introduced a new 'Stores' tab that displays products in a per-product format with various buying options, distinct from the existing 'Nearby' filter.
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1 week ago

11 charged after allegedly staging robberies to claim victim status on immigration applications

The scheme began in March 2023, when Rambhai Patel, then 36, carried out staged armed robberies with co-conspirators at at least six convenience stores, liquor stores, and fast food restaurants in Massachusetts and other states. Prosecutors said the robberies were designed to help store clerks falsely claim they were victims of violent crimes in applications for U nonimmigrant status, commonly known as a U visa.
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1 week ago

Instant rivalry brewing between Gotham FC and expansion side Boston Legacy | amNewYork

Gotham FC won 1-0 against Boston Legacy in the 2026 NWSL season opener, with Esther Gonzalez scoring the decisive goal in the second half.
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1 week ago

Sunday Caps Clips: Shootouts Stink

After letting in just one goal in the team's longest shootout in over a decade, Logan Thompson felt the weight of the loss - but his teammates aren't letting him take the blame.
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1 week ago

Trooper struck during traffic stop on NY Thruway in Mamaroneck, police say

A New York state trooper was injured when a Chevy Suburban rear-ended a patrol car during a traffic stop on the New York State Thruway in Westchester County early Sunday morning.
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1 week ago

Boston Legacy make NWSL history but lose long-awaited opener

Boston Legacy played their inaugural NWSL match at Gillette Stadium, losing 1-0 to Gotham FC despite setting an expansion team home opener attendance record of 30,207.
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1 week ago

As snow melts, drought still a big issue for Mass.

Massachusetts faces critical drought conditions in central and northeast regions despite heavy February snowfall, as cold temperatures prevent adequate groundwater replenishment.
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1 week ago

Springfield native Ruth E. Carter keeps making Oscars history

Ruth E. Carter receives her fifth Oscar nomination for costume design in "Sinners," making her the most-nominated Black woman in Oscar history, with potential to become the first Black person to win three Academy Awards.
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1 week ago

Three teenagers arrested after girl, 15, dies in three-vehicle collision

A collision occurred between a white Toyota Yaris, a grey Toyota Hilux and a motorbike on the A355 in Buckinghamshire at approximately 9.20pm on Friday. The girl was a passenger on the motorbike that was being ridden by a teenage boy. The rider of the motorbike, a 16-year-old boy from Beaconsfield, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
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1 week ago

Boston Pride For The People announces 2026 parade and festival date

Boston Pride celebration returns June 6, 2026 with a parade, festival, and community events celebrating LGBTQ+ diversity and intersectionality.
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1 week ago

After ambitious state law, Lexington welcomed a wave of new housing. Now people there are having second thoughts.

Lexington, Massachusetts is experiencing rapid housing development with 1,600 new units planned under the MBTA Communities Act, transforming a historically-focused community into a housing boomtown while residents grapple with infrastructure and preservation concerns.
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1 week ago

The Foxborough Warning: A Legal Fault Line Beneath The 2026 World Cup - Above the Law

Local officials say they need approximately $7.8 million to cover policing, fire protection, equipment, and other public safety obligations during the tournament. That money was expected to come from federal funding approved last year as part of a broader security package tied to the World Cup and other national events. But the funding has not arrived.
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1 week ago

High school student allegedly killed Danvers woman in her home in 'random' attack, DA says

A high school senior is charged with murdering a 68-year-old woman in a random, apparently motiveless killing with no connection between suspect and victim.
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