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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...
Boston fans outraged as Red Sox legend wears Yankees hat in video
Former Boston Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon has never been one to shy away from taking a jab at the New York Yankees. However, on Wednesday, he showed a softer side, reaching out to offer support to his former teammate Manny Ramirez, who was recently seen wearing a Yankees hat in a photo that quickly made the rounds online.
Cucumbers Cause of Latest Outbreak in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is a wonderful state to live, work, and visit. From its picturesque Berkshire mountains to the stunning city skyline of Boston, and out to the sandy beaches of Cape Cod, there is something for everyone. Aside from its natural beauty, quality of life in Massachusetts also scores high on...
Storm topples trees, damages homes in Chelmsford
CHELMSFORD, Mass. — A fast-moving storm in Chelmsford brought down trees and caused significant damage to homes, but no injuries were reported. "I heard a crack – sound like a tree, lightning, all of a sudden the whole ground shook, oh crap, I hear glass shatter," said Aidan Philoon of Chelmsford.
Zip Trip Forecast
TGIF After stronger storms Thursday, we are waking up to more quiet weather today. Plan on some fog early, this will keep visibility lower for some. It’s our last Zip Trip of the season, and you’ll want a sweatshirt if you are heading out to Walpole with temperatures in the low 60s early on. We will see more hazy sunshine again today with highs in the 80s inland and 70s at the coast. The haze is thanks to smoke from Canada wildfires getting pushed into New England, this is going to leave us with poor air quality. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for central Massachusetts, anyone sensitive to this should limit time outdoors. MOSTLY DRY WEEKEND Clouds will increase from west to east this weekend. The progress of a storm coming our way from the west has been slowed down by Hurricane Ernesto, set to pass well offshore from New England. Beachgoers must be careful for high surf and dangerous rip current this weekend along the MA coastline, particularly south facing beaches. Ernesto may be close to major hurricane strength as it approaches Bermuda, where rain is set to begin tonight and last through Saturday.
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...
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