Brighton
GOVERNMENT
30,000 pounds of food to be donated to Boston families ahead of Puerto Rican festival
BOSTON — Volunteers are hard at work packing 3,000 bags of food for those in need outside the Boys and Girls Club in Dorchester. "It's very helpful to see the young kids get involved and operate this; it's like a factory," said Marilyn Rivera, president of the Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts.
New CharlieCard store opening July 29, MBTA announces
The store will reopen at a new location on July 29. The CharlieCard Store is about to refill its card. The MBTA announced a overhaul of the CharlieCard Store, now called the Charlie Service Center, on Monday. The store will reopen at a new location on July 29. Riders can...
Iconic Massachusetts Restaurant Named “Most Legendary” Restaurant in the U.S.
Massachusetts is a great state to live in and to visit for a multitude of reasons. From the beautiful beaches of Cape Cod to the majestic mountains of the Berkshires, the city skyline in Boston, and historical landmarks that helped form a nation, Massachusetts is a diverse and beautiful state.
Framingham restaurant hit with suspensions, found to be operating as a nightclub
FRAMINGHAM — City officials on Monday voted to briefly suspend a Brazilian barbecue restaurant's liquor license and to temporarily suspend its entertainment license after the restaurant faced allegations of operating as a nightclub. The Board of License Commissioners voted to suspend Café Belo's liquor license after it was found to be operating under "nightclub conditions" by the city's public safety departments. The board voted 4-1 to suspend the restaurant's liquor license for three consecutive days within...
Massachusetts is Home to One of the Top 20 Rudest Cities in the U.S.
There's no question that Massachusetts is held in high regard in many areas of living. Previous studies have shown that Massachusetts sits at the top of the list when it comes to the best state to raise a family, have a baby, achieve quality education and excel in the tech world. When you add all of the cultural aspects that our great state has to offer, who wouldn't want to consider Massachusetts a place to live and play?
Mayor Michelle Wu announces she’s pregnant with third child
Wu told The Boston Globe she'll welcome a baby girl in January after two previous miscarriages, which she publicly shared for the first time Monday. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is pregnant, she announced Monday evening, and is expecting to welcome her third child, a girl, in January. Wu, 39, told...
Mass. tweaks emergency shelter system; migrants won't have priority
Under the new system, which goes into effect next month, migrants will qualify for five-day stays at new temporary respite centers in Cambridge, Chelsea, Lexington and Norfolk, but not for stays at existing Emergency Assistance shelters, according to the announcement. The governor says it is necessary for the times, but homelessness advocates worry it could do more harm than good.
The Ugliest Building In The World Is In Massachusetts
For most of Massachusetts, you have your beautiful historic buildings. From schools, to churches, and even skyscrapers. Then you have your buildings that are not so nice and it makes you wonder why they were evening designed and built in the first place. This building in particular is a good...
Karen Read judge sets dates for dismissal arguments and second trial
The next Karen Read trial is now set to begin in late January 2025. Update: Judge Beverly Cannone set three key dates for Karen Read’s retrial during a brief hearing Monday. Read’s second trial is scheduled to begin Jan. 27, 2025, with a final pre-trial conference slated for Jan. 14 at 2 p.m.
Dengue fever cases are growing in Mass., across the Americas, CDC says
Dengue fever cases in Massachusetts grew in July, one month after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned about the risk of cases across the United States increasing. As of July 22, Massachusetts is one of three states reporting the highest number of cases, according to CDC data. Cases...
5 Boston Bars to Go to First When Happy Hour Returns in Massachusetts
Happy hour was banned in Massachusetts in 1984. The law was put into effect because of a young girl who lost her life in a drunk driving accident. It may be close to coming back, however, because the Massachusetts Senate has recently adopted an amendment in favor of bringing it back. Senators cited it would help boost the economy, according to Boston.com.
State takes action after I-Team exposes nursing homes not paying workers
BOSTON - The state is taking action after an I-Team investigation exposed nursing homes that are not paying workers. The door was locked, and the lights were off at Blupoint Healthcare's Newton offices on Monday. The woman inside told the I-Team to go away. On Friday, a judge ordered Blupoint's three long-term care facilities into receivership. The Massachusetts Attorney General filed the emergency request to put another company in charge of the homes, telling the court the health and safety of the residents was in jeopardy. "When new information revealed the possibility of dangerous understaffing and poor quality of care, my office and...
America’s 2nd Leading City for Quality of Life is in Massachusetts
Quality of life plays a big role when choosing a place to live. Here in Massachusetts, there are many areas that offer a good quality of life. Boston suburbs tend to be a popular choice among many because residents get the best of both worlds, a smaller area for quiet living while still having access to the big city. Then you have areas like the Berkshires which feature beautiful mountains and open spaces while still having access to eclectic and thriving downtown areas like Great Barrington and Williamstown. There's no doubt that many areas of Massachusetts offer a good quality of life.
Things to do around the Boston area this week
Tuesday 7/23📖 New York Times Magazine staff writer Taffy Brodesser-Akner, author of "Fleischman Is in Trouble," discusses her new novel "Long Island Compromise" at the Harvard Book Store at 6pm.🎸 Two bands from different eras but with similar appeal, Santana and Counting Crows, will be at the Xfinity Center.🐶 Your dog can channel its inner Picasso at Dorchester Brewing Co. "yappy hour" with dog lick paintings, 6pm-9pm.Price: $20.Wednesday 7/24🎻 The Boston Landmark Orchestra performs music from two major American composers: George Gershwin and John Williams at the Hatch Memorial Shell, 7pm-9pm.They'll play music from "Gershwin's "Girl Crazy" overture, Williams' music...
Join Somerville’s Annual National Night Out Event to Enjoy Free Family-Friendly Activities, Music, Food, and More
Browse Over 40 Local Vendors, Hop on a Bounce House, or Cool Down on a Water Slide on Tuesday August 6, starting at 5 p.m. SOMERVILLE–Community members looking for a night out this summer can look no further than the City of Somerville’s annual National Night Out Event hosted by the Somerville Police Department and the Somerville Office of Parks & Recreation.
A New ‘Titanic’ Exhibition is Bringing 250+ Artifacts to Boston, Massachusetts
Anyone who's spent time in Boston knows it's chock-full of history. The Freedom Trail is comprised of 16 historic sites throughout the city, telling "the story of the American Revolution and beyond." Places like the MFA, ICA, and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum foster a lifelong appreciation for art. The JFK Presidential Library and Museum pays homage to our 35th President and his life's accomplishments.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.