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Watch Matt Damon, Casey Affleck pretend to rob a Dunkin'
BOSTON - An attempted Damon and Affleck heist doesn't go as planned in a new commercial to promote "The Instigators" movie that was shot in Boston."We got good news and bad news. The good news is your shift's over. The bad news is you're being robbed," Casey Affleck tells a Dunkin' cashier while threateningly pointing his paper bag-covered hand at him. "You ever been robbed before? This is what it looks like."Affleck and Matt Damon's scheme is not clever enough to fool the donut chain employee, however."I can see your hand, Einstein," the worker says. "Two instigators here, huh?"With their...
Group proposes 49 affordable apartments for seniors on grounds of Allston's last Baptist church, which will be turned into a community center
The Allston Brighton Community Development Corp. today filed plans to build a four-story, 49-unit apartment building on North Harvard Street at Coolidge Road in Allston, next to the former Hill Memorial Baptist Church, which will be turned into a " a programmed resident and community space." All of the apartments...
Tales from the scanner: There was fire with the smoke
At 8:35 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7, Danvers police issued a BOLO (be on the lookout) for a group that had attempted to break into the Kia dealership on Route 1. Around 10:55 a.m. on Thursday, a caller reported the smell of smoke and outside fire on Route 1. First responders found some discarded building material on fire outside a commercial property near Old Right Road.
Granddaughter of Rowley’s first police chief sworn in as patrol officer
Robert G. Hardy, Rowley’s first elected police chief, used to transport prisoners in his milk truck. It was the 1960s, and Hardy still worked for Ipswich Dairy when he was elected. While delivering milk in Rowley, Hardy would drive detainees accused of such crimes as public intoxication and breaking and entering to jail.
7-year-old from South Boston moves into final round of mullet competition
Voting lasts through Aug. 21. South Boston’s Brody Byrne has moved into the third and final round of the Ultimate Mullet Competition to support a non-profit that provides homes for wounded veterans. Voting lasts until Aug. 21, and the top three mullets will be announced on Aug. 28. “We’re...
Boston man bit, punched, head-butted officers on a train, MBTA police say
A Dorchester man who wanted to sleep on a train bit, punched and head-butted MBTA Transit Police who attempted to escort him off, according to MBTA Transit Police Superintendent Richard Sullivan. At around 10 a.m., Hamed Ranemimche, 25, was sleeping under the seats inside a Red Line train car at...
Celtics' 2021 gamble continues to pay dividends
The Boston Celtics signed Sam Hauser to a two-way contract in 2021. The sharpshooting forward had gone undrafted despite narrowly missing out on the coveted 50/40/90 statline during his final collegiate season with the Virginia Cavaliers. Since joining the Celtics, Hauser has proved himself to be one of the best movement shooters in the NBA. He quickly impressed Boston's coaching staff, earning him a full-scale deal before the end of his rookie season. Then, in just his third year in the league, he played a key role in Boston's stampede to a championship.Hauser took to the court for 79 regular-season games...
Massachusetts Is in the Heart of Peach-Picking Season
When you think of crops grown in Massachusetts, you might think of corn, cranberries, pumpkins and apples – but don't forget peaches. Strawberries and blueberries are also plentiful in Massachusetts during the summer months. The peach season typically runs from mid-July to September in Massachusetts but can vary by...
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 […]
Orphaned Cougars Make Their Debut At Stone Zoo
STONEHAM, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — From California to Massachusetts, two cougars have finally found a new home at the Stone Zoo. The cougars, who are sisters and go by the names of Maple and Willow, can be greeted by visitors at the Treasures of the Sierra Madre section of the zoo.
Andover Town Yard project takes another step forward
ANDOVER — The Town Yard is one step closer to seeing a 248,788-square-foot, mixed-use redevelopment. The Planning Board unanimously approved the project at 11 Lewis St. on Thursday following lengthy discussions. Louis Minicucci, president of Minco Development, the North Andover-based developer in charge of the project, estimated this could...
Urban Farming Company Has Gardens On Fenway Park, Boston Rooftops
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — High over Jersey Street, right above Gate A, vegetables grow in rows on Fenway Park's rooftop. An array of crops sprout from the soil on the little patch: tomatoes, basil and eggplants, to name a few. Those vegetables make up 20 percent of the stadium's produce.
After pushback, Marblehead School Committee tables flag policy discussion
The Marblehead School Committee faced intense scrutiny on Wednesday, leading to the tabling of a discussion on a controversial draft flag policy. This decision followed impassioned pleas from students and residents during a public comment period added to the agenda of the committee’s annual workshop. Students Nina Johnson and...
MEET BOSTON MUSIC FEST ROCKS ATLANTA THIS SEPTEMBER WITH BOSTON-BELOVED GUSTER
Globally-celebrated indie rock band headlines inaugural music festival, joined by Boston local favorites. People know the city of Boston most for its amazing seafood, championship trophies, revolutionary spirit and innovation, but this summer, that’s about to evolve. Meet Boston, the region’s primary private sector destination marketing and visitor services organization, is bringing the unique, eclectic sounds of the city south to the Peach State with its inaugural Meet Boston Music Fest, a free concert experience that will be held on Friday, September 6th at Atlanta’s Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark. The show will introduce a diverse lineup of Boston-originated artists, headlined by the renowned rock band Guster, to a whole new region of fans.
Boston Announces $40 Million in Grants to Bolster Affordable Housing, Addressing Homelessness and Aging Population
Boston is making a substantial push for affordable housing with Mayor Michelle Wu announcing a $40 million grant funding initiative. The funds, aimed at supporting rental, cooperative, and homeownership developments, come as part of a concerted drive by the Mayor's Office of Housing (MOH), the Community Preservation Act Fund, and the Neighborhood Housing Trust.
MLB star receives major support after ‘horrific’ anti-LGTBQ slur
Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran was suspended for using what he described as a “horrific” homophobic slur toward a fan during a game over the weekend, but it seems like that has only helped his popularity among Major League Baseball fans. During a game against the Houston...
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