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Massachusetts Braces for Scattered Storms Along I-495 and Cooler Weekend Temperatures
Boston, MA – Massachusetts residents should prepare for scattered showers and thunderstorms today, mainly concentrated east of I-495. The National Weather Service in Boston reports that highs will reach the low to mid-80s, with the chance of precipitation at 40% in the Boston area. Winds will remain mild, coming from the northwest at 5 mph.
Millions of kids still skip school. Could the answer be recess, and cash?
MEDFORD, Mass. (AP) — Flerentin “Flex” Jean-Baptiste missed so much school he had to repeat his freshman year at Medford High outside Boston. At school, “you do the same thing every day,” said Jean-Baptiste, who was absent 30 days his first year. “That gets very frustrating.” Then his principal did something nearly unheard of: She […]
5 things to do this weekend, including 'An American in Paris' and Immigrant Small Business Day
As we edge further into August, the joyous possibilities of summer feel fleeting. Now is the time to take advantage of the multitude of special arts programs happening in and around Boston. From climbing into a whale model to revisiting the classic love story “An American in Paris,” there’s an abundance of exciting things to do this weekend.
Andover to test impact of shared-use path on Lincoln Street
ANDOVER — The town will launch a pilot program to see if a shared-use path on part of Lincoln Street improves safety for pedestrians and bikers and slows traffic down at the same time. The six-week program will turn Lincoln Street into a one-way road going south toward Andover...
Witch trial tour focuses on Andover connection
NORTH ANDOVER — A witchcraft history tour will make its way through the Old Burial Ground on Saturday to highlight Andover and North Andover’s connection to the witch trials of 1692 and 1693. The tour, in connection with Salem Historical Tours, will take place from 11 a.m. to...
Major police presence on Norfolk St. in Boston
BOSTON (WHDH) - A major police presence developed at a scene on Norfolk Street in Boston overnight. Several squad cars were seen on the site late in the evening. This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates. (Copyright (c) 2024 Sunbeam Television. All...
A Rare Opportunity in Nahant: Town to Sell 12 Buildable Residential Lots
Bass Point Location Near Atlantic Ocean, Elementary School, Open Space. The Town of Nahant announces that it will be selling 12 buildable residential lots in the coming months, offering a rare opportunity to procure a conforming lot in town. The 12 lots are the site of U.S. Coast Guard housing...
Get your oversized ‘Allston Christmas’ bag at these Boston stores
As Allston Christmas — also known as Boston move-in day — is right around the corner, one grocery store chain is helping residents “celebrate” this thrifting holiday by offering them a limited-edition oversized shopping bag at two stores. Around Sept. 1 every year, the streets of...
Neema Avashia criticizes JD Vance’s ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ narrative of Appalachian culture
Neema Avashia’s Indian American family was among the minority in West Virginia, a place she describes as having demographics that put you in two camps: white or not white. Though she said some people didn’t understand her family or community, she describes growing up in Appalachia was largely an experience of “care and love.”
Guy is following seniors from T stops in several neighborhoods and ripping gold chains off their necks, police say
Boston Police report a guy has been looking for chain-wearing seniors getting off buses or trains in Hyde Park, Mattapan, Jamaica Plain and West Roxbury, then following them and ripping the chains off their necks. Since June of 2024, a male suspect (possibly a Hispanic male, 5’6” in height, and...
Celtics Schedule: Tatum's first game vs. Kerr, Warriors and 8 other must-watch dates
The full Boston Celtics schedule for the 2024-25 season has been revealed. Every game, every matchup, and every revenge date is set in stone, so fans can start marking down some big events on their calendars. One of the most notable dates will be Jayson Tatum’s first game against head...
Republican candidate for Massachusetts Senate arrested three times, court records show
A Republican running for a Massachusetts Senate seat has been arrested three times over the past two decades on either disorderly conduct or assault-related charges, including after one alleged altercation inside a Fenway bar in 2007, according to police and court records. The charges against Nick Pirro of Lunenburg, a...
Calendar: Guide to Stephen King's Maine on tap
Meets the 2nd Thursday of every month. 9:30-10:30 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St. ANDOVER: Wiggle Words (Ages 0-18 months) Come to an early literacy storytime with songs, rhymes and stories. 9:30-10 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St. Must register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org. ANDOVER: Tot Event...
Mystery train gets VIP treatment as it lumbers up Tremont Street in the South End
Stationed at Tremont Street and Massachusetts Avenue, roving UHub photographer Robert Choate had a perfect location to watch a couple of new Red Line cars get delivered on flatbed trucks with a police escort tonight. At least we're assuming those are Red Line cars headed to the Cabot yard just...
New Dean Appointments for Nine Women Scholars
Has been selected to serve as interim dean of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Connecticut College. In addition to her new position, she will retain her current appointment as dean of the college. Prior to joining the Connecticut College community, she spent over two decades in various academic affairs roles at Brandeis University in Massachusetts.
Can Massachusetts Environmental Police Pull You Over for Speeding?
If you've ever found yourself speeding in Massachusetts, you might wonder whether an environmental police officer has the authority to pull you over. The answer is in Massachusetts General Law - Part I, Title II, Chapter 21A, Section 10G, which outlines the powers of environmental police officers and other law enforcement officials.
Schools have made slow progress on record absenteeism, with millions of kids still skipping class
MEDFORD, Mass. — (AP) — Flerentin “Flex” Jean-Baptiste missed so much school he had to repeat his freshman year at Medford High outside Boston. At school, “you do the same thing every day,” said Jean-Baptiste, who was absent 30 days his first year. “That gets very frustrating.”
Rising above flood waters: A year of perseverance for North Andover businesses
NORTH ANDOVER — A year after two extreme rainstorms hit the Merrimack Valley, local businesses persevered through a trying year to rebuild themselves – and some continue to do so. Aug. 8 marked the one-year anniversary of a storm that engulfed local businesses and homes with flash flooding....
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