Between Massachusetts’ two main east-west highways, one offers drivers more restaurant options, including some real hidden gems.
Travelers on the Mass. Pike tend to favor stopping at the service stations for meal breaks, because it’s a toll ro…
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Vandalism at Boston Common and Public Garden under investigation
Vandalism at several monuments and landmarks at the Boston Common and Public Garden is under investigation this holiday weekend.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu confirmed that crews were called in on July 4 to clean up after the vandalism was discovered in some of the most visible areas of the city.
“I’m so thankful to all of our team members in City Hall who stepped up and came and worked on this holiday to try to make sure everything was so seamlessly cleaned up as quickly as possible,” Wu said.
The mayor confirmed that police were investigating.
Massachusetts lawmakers look to expand scope of certain sexual offenses
A bill that would expand the scope of certain sexual offenses under Massachusetts law perpetrated by a health care provider or a member of the clergy is making its way through Beacon Hill.
The bill also would add rape of a patient or client by…
Person shot in Mattapan, police say
A person was shot in Boston’s Mattapan neighborhood, police said Friday.
The shooting happened at about 12:23 p.m. on Donwood Terrace at Gladeside Street, according to Boston police.
This story is developing and will be updated once m…
Man critically injured in shooting outside Brockton mall
A man is fighting for his life after a shooting outside a mall in Brockton, Massachusetts, on July 4, according to police.
Brockton police said they were called to an outer parking area at the Westgate Mall at 11:56 p.m. Thursday. The 21-year-…
Heat, humidity could fuel severe storms for New England this weekend
The first wave of rain, of several, exited the coast Friday morning but more is on the way.
Clouds are tough and hanging low too as humid conditions arrive. The rain won’t last all day, but isolated shower chances pop up around the 4 p.m…
