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Quincy Man Arrested, Charged with Firearm and Drug Trafficking in Dorchester Raids
On Thursday, a series of search warrants were executed by detectives affiliated with the Human Trafficking and Crimes Against Children Unit at two Dorchester locations, leading to the arrest of a Quincy man. The Boston Police Department's report states that on earlier this week, the raids took place at 908 and 912 Morton Street. Luis Lugo, 37, is facing multiple charges including unlawful firearm possession, ammunition possession, drug trafficking, and an armed career criminal charge.
Boston liquor license reform, property tax shift stuck in legislative limbo
A couple of potentially heavy-impact home rule petitions have emerged from the city of Boston and landed on Beacon Hill. And while we hear about them often, leaders under the Golden Dome have little to say about the trajectory. Almost five weeks ago, the House passed a bill that would...
Universal free school meals program sees successful first year
BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — In the first year of state-funded universal free school meals, 12.2 million more lunches and 9 million more breakfasts were served over the previous year. Governor Healey announced nearly seven out of ten students are eating school lunches now, which frequently feature local food sources.
Tanglewood, Taconic Festival Blossoms; Sevenars Upcoming
The Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood opens its classical season Friday, July 5, as BSO Music Director Andris Nelsons takes center stage in the Shed with a powerhouse all-Beethoven program consisting of his supremely lyrical Violin Concerto, Op. 61 and concluding with the transcendental masterpiece Symphony No. 3 (‘Eroica'). On Sunday afternoon, July 7 Maestro Nelsons again directs the BSO, featuring the celebrated Metropolitan Opera diva Renée Fleming in an all-Richard Strauss program of operatic selections from "Die Frau ohne Schatten," "Intermezzo" and "Der Rosenkavalier."
What to know about Boston's 4th of July fireworks celebration
BOSTON - There's no better place to commemorate the 4th of July than in Boston, Massachusetts. The city's fireworks display, accompanied by a performance from the Boston Pops, is one of the most iconic Independence Day celebrations in the country.Below you'll find everything you need to know about the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. If you're looking to find a fireworks display in your town, click here. When are the Boston fireworks?The Boston Pops concert will begin at 8 p.m. on July 4 and the fireworks show is scheduled from 10:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. "As always, the program will close with the...
Looking for something to do after the Fourth? Boston Mills Artfest runs one more weekend
If you missed the Boston Mills Artfest last weekend, no worries: the show returns to the Boston Mills Ski Resort again this weekend. And if you did go, you might still want to make another trip, as this weekend features a different slate of artists and live performances. The festival, which features the work of hundreds of artists from across the country, will run from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Week 14 of BU Grad Workers’ Strike
“No COLA [cost of living adjustment], no contract” was chanted by striking members of the BU Graduate Workers Union (BUGWU) on July 1, as the strike entered its 14th week. The 40 or so picketers, joined by representatives from the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 509 (BUGWU is part of SEIU), were marching in front of BU’s Center for Computing & Data Sciences. Photo by Mike Spencer.
July 4th holiday limits your options, but let us help you set your concert schedule
With the Fourth of July falling on Thursday, and the long weekend that follows being one of the prime vacation kickoffs, there is a much smaller list of musical options. But the Levitate Music and Arts Festival will be taking place at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, Friday-through-Sunday, and there are some other choices too. The Spire Center in Plymouth takes a break until July 26, and Scullers Jazz Club in Boston, and The RegattaBar in Harvard Square are both taking the next couple months off.
Method Man’s TICAL Official Cannabis Brand Launches in Massachusetts
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Method Man’s TICAL Official Cannabis Brand Launches. The Wu-Tang Clan member’s storied brand is now available via. TICAL Official, a North American cannabis brand led by Method Man, has announced its availability in Boston, Massachusetts for recreational use,...
Celtics star gets missing ring back, rewards fans who returned it
Jaylen Brown made good on his word about offering a “big reward” for the return of a ring he lost during the Boston Celtics championship parade. “Got it back,” Brown posted to X, formerly known as Twitter, on Tuesday. “Thank you to Luke and Adi I’ll see you courtside at the (ring emoji) ceremony.”
Lawrence police seek help identifying individual in photo
LAWRENCE — The Lawrence Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying an individual whose photo they have circulated. Authorities are urging anyone who has information on the person in question to come forward. The department has not disclosed the circumstances surrounding the need to...
Brad Stevens Addresses Xavier Tillman Sr.'s Free Agency Decision
Xavier Tillman Sr. stepped up in the NBA Finals, he will be ready to do so in Kristaps Porzingis' absence to start next season, and his new deal could pave the way for him to later fill a larger role for the Boston Celtics.
Semaglutide Associated With Optic Neuropathy That Can Lead to Blindness, Mass Eye and Ear Researchers Report
The active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy is linked to nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), the second most common form of optic neuropathy. This is apparently the first study to link semaglutide to the eye condition. Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, is associated with much higher...
Jake DeBrusk fires a shot at the Boston Bruins after signing in Vancouver
A longtime Boston Bruins forward now, being in the lineup regularly for six years, there has been trade chatter around Jake DeBrusk for years, which ultimately led to him leaving in free agency. This was the statement released by the Vancouver Canucks following the max-term (in free agency) $5.5 million...
Meet the new Bruin who’s carrying on a family legacy
Mark Kastelic’s grandfather, Pat Stapleton, was one of the last Bruins to wear No. 4 before Bobby Orr. Kastelic knows he won’t get to wear his grandfather’s number, but he is excited to follow in Stapleton’s footsteps and carry the lessons he taught.
Boston Bruins GM Don Sweeney fails to fill a glaring need for 2024-25 in free agency
Back in May, Boston Bruins GM Don Sweeney met with the media following his club's second-round playoff elimination against the Florida Panthers and he said that this off-season, he was going to be aggressive in making additions to the roster for the 2024-25 season and beyond. Since the dust has...
Former Celtics guard announces retirement after long pro career
After a long and successful basketball career, former Celtics guard Kemba Walker is calling it quits. Walker, 34, shared his retirement announcement on social media Tuesday, confirming the end of his playing career. Walker most recently played for AS Monaco in the top league in France. Before then, he played...
Jarren Duran becomes first AL player ever to accomplish this feat
Jarren Duran's All-Star campaign continued Tuesday as he notched his third consecutive game with a home run. In doing so, the Boston Red Sox outfielder made history. Duran's eighth-inning blast vs. the Miami Marlins marked his 10th homer and 100th hit of the season. According to J.P. Long (@SoxNotes on Twitter/X), he is the first American League player ever to have 10 homers, 100 hits, 10 triples, and 20 stolen bases before the All-Star break.
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