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You can now carry a switchblade legally as Massachusetts rules ban violates 2nd Amendment
It's now legal to carry switchblades in Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that a ban on carrying a switchblade knife violated the right to bear arms as guaranteed by the Second Amendment, striking down a 1957 state law that forbade the carrying spring-release knives. ...
Massachusetts police officer seriously injured after part of ear bitten off in attack
Chelsea-MA –– Friday afternoon, a Chelsea Police Officer sustained serious injuries while responding to a domestic incident on Shurtleff Street. At approximately 2:20 p.m. officers were dispatched to the location following reports of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, the responding officers encountered a highly volatile situation. During the course of the engagement, one officer was attacked, resulting in part of their ear being bitten off.
Boston hotel workers poised to strike if deal isn’t reached by Sunday
“They’re willing to go on strike to get what they deserve,” Aramayo explained Saturday. “I think the easiest way to explain this is if you ask any hotel worker whether the economy is working for them, they’ll say, ‘Absolutely not.’”
‘Featured’ group sizzles and fizzles at FM Championship | Karen Guregian
NORTON - The roar reverberated around TPC Boston like the Fourth of July cannon blasts on the Esplanade when the Pops play the 1812 overture. The ground literally shook. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
New England crowd ‘showed up for the girls’ at FM Championship (notebook)
NORTON — New England fans came out in droves Saturday to watch the third round of the FM Championship at TPC Boston. Understandably, the crowd was rather sparse on first day Thursday, was better on Friday, then picked up on Saturday’s moving day. Asked to compare the crowd...
BU RAs Begin a Strike as Move-in Winds Down
With the next bargaining session with the 300-member Residence Life Union approaching, disruption from walkout appears minimal. A group of approximately 50 members of Boston University’s Residence Life Union walked off their jobs on Saturday, protesting the lack of a new contract for their union, a job action aimed at disrupting students moving into campus for the start of the 2024-2025 academic year.
Voice actor says Boston Duck Tours has ‘more talk of death’ than he expected
A voice actor who came to Boston recently was surprised at the amount of times death was mentioned during one of the city’s most popular tourist activities. Dan Povenmire, known for voicing the character of Dr. Heinz Doofenshmirtz in the Disney Channel animated series “Phineas and Ferb,” shared his reaction to taking a Duck Tour of Boston in a TikTok posted on Tuesday, Aug. 27.
Stop & Shop hosts 'Allston Christmas' event with Santa at Allston Yards store
BOSTON — Stop & Shop is celebrating the annual “Allston Christmas” tradition with a special in-store event at its Allston Yards location. The event, held on Saturday and again on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its store at 305 Guest Street in Boston, features free food samples, festive holiday music, and a visit from Santa Claus.
Allston Christmas brings free finds, but beware of what lurks inside
BOSTON — As thousands of college students flood Boston's Allston neighborhood this weekend, the annual tradition known as Allston Christmas is in full swing. It's a time when discarded furniture and household items line the streets, available for free to anyone willing to haul them away. From tables to...
Linguistically Witty but Needs Workshopping: “A Neufaust”
Adapted by Catherine Alam-Nist from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s Urfaust. Directed by Catherine Alam-Nis Stage Managed by Aaron Mesa. Lighting, Projection, and Sound Design by Catherine Alam-Nist. Costume and Prop Design by Zel Tracey. Featuring: David J. Kim, Mari Elliot, Emma Weller. August 23-25 Boston, MA. Information here. Critique...
Stabbing near historic Boston theatre prompts large police response
BOSTON — Crime tape blocked off the area around the historic Strand Theatre at Uphams Corner in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood after a stabbing early Saturday morning. Boston police said officers responded to reports of a person stabbed at 531 Columbia Road at about 8:27 a.m. Police said the victim,...
Residents looking to spruce up apartments go shopping for Allston Christmas
The weekend of Sept. 1 in Boston marks the arrival of Allston Christmas. And residents looking to spruce up their apartments are among many who participate in the annual streetside shopping holiday. Nicole Bray, who was moving into her apartment in Allston Saturday morning, told MassLive that she looks for...
WSOC Carries Momentum Into Trip to BU
BOSTON - The UConn women's soccer team (1-1-1) plays its final non-conference road game of the season with a trip to Boston University on Sunday, Sept. 1 at 4 p.m. The Huskies are coming off their first win of the season, a road victory at New Hampshire, 1-0, last Sunday.
Child psychologist offers expert advice on addressing bullying at school
BOSTON — Dr. Ellen Braaten, a child psychologist and director of the Learning and Emotional Assessment Program at Mass General Hospital, shared advice on how parents can help their children deal with bullying at school. Braaten said that children who struggle to fit in socially are most at risk....
Boston Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspected Prowler in Brighton Incidents
The Boston Police Department is appealing to the public for assistance in identifying an individual linked to a string of prowler incidents and a burglary in the Brighton area. According to the BPD's community alert, the latest episode occurred on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at about 9:23 PM near 17 Gerald Road. As the detectives from District D-14 investigate, they hope witnesses might come forward with valuable information.
Boston Police Issue Alert for Missing 14-Year-Old Hiram Perez-Lazu of Dorchester
The Boston Police Department has issued a missing person alert for 14-year-old Hiram Perez-Lazu of Dorchester and is seeking assistance from the public. According to the official BPD website, Perez-Lazu was last seen on August 6th near Leonard Street in Dorchester. He is known to frequent the South Bay area and at the time of his disappearance, he was carrying a black backpack.
MLB icon David Ortiz opens up on relationship with Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez after old rivals become Fox colleagues
MLB Hall of Famer David Ortiz shared his feelings about working with Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez after being rivals with the two during their playing days. The Boston Red Sox icon, 47, spoke about being MLB on Fox teammates with the Yankees legends Jeter and Rodriguez at the Fanatics Fest in New York City […]
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