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After another convincing win over a supposedly quality opponent, Tom E. Curran reflects on the success of a Patriots team that continues to excel where other contenders have faltered.

Fenway Sports Group has announced its agreement to buy a controlling stake in the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins, and chairman Tom Werner offered some insight into the decision.

New Hampshire State Police are searching for a driver who led them on a 14-mile chase while driving the wrong way on Interstate 93 Sunday night. The vehicle in question is believed to be a late 2000s Ford SUV, dark in color, police said. State police said they received multiple calls around 10:22 p.m. that a driver was traveling the…

It wasn’t a banner day by any means, but the Patriots relied on complementary football to handle the Titans on Sunday. Phil Perry hands out a mixed bag of grades in his Week 12 Report Card.

It’s the holiday season and a hoop-de-do weather system is moving out this morning. This one was “the one that got away” – lots of potential (and angst) but nothing to show of it overnight into this morning. We’re turning the page, but all we see is cold air in the short term and a lot of fast-moving weather...

Jayson Tatums shot defying him on Sunday night in Toronto might have been the best thing that could have happened to the Celtics, our Chris Forsberg writes.

A New Hampshire man is under arrest after he allegedly stabbed a woman in the neck on Sunday morning in the town of Bow. Bow police said they responded to a residence on Bow Bog Road around 11:44 a.m. for a reported disturbance. When they arrived, they found a female resident who had been stabbed in the neck. She was…

Here’s where the Patriots stand in the updated NFL playoff picture after beating the Titans in Week 12.

For a franchise that’s enjoyed its share of lengthy winning streaks this century, six in a row may not feel like much for the Patriots. Given the change at quarterback, this streak is unlike the others for New England. Which in many ways makes it all the more thrilling that the Patriots are putting the rest of the AFC...

Rhode Island’s governor is hosting the annual holiday celebration and tree lighting at the State House. Gov. Dan McKee said the festivities will take place at 5 p.m. on Dec. 2 outside, on the south lawn of the State House. The tree will be lit at 6:15 p.m. Two Christmas trees will be on display at the State House. A…

Another big travel day is upon us as we close out the Thanksgiving holiday weekend! The good news is that other than cooler than average temperatures, we aren’t expecting any travel issues today due to weather across the six state region! Today we’ll see clouds on the increase and thickening from the west during the day as a system...

Holiday shoppers can make a list, but they might not have time to check it twice if they want presents to be in stock and arrive on time. Last year more than a third of Postal Service first-class mail was late by the time Christmas arrived. The shipping nightmare has both the U.S. Postal Service and private shippers like...

[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.] A bit more than a year ago, it was reported that one of Boston’s best-known bars had closed down, though it soon appeared that it could end up coming back. Now we have learned that it will indeed be opening back up. According to a message sent to us this afternoon,...

Former Patriots quarterback Tom Brady had a very good Saturday afternoon thanks to Michigan’s upset of its archrival, Ohio State.

Michael Wacha seems excited for a fresh start with the Red Sox. So, can the veteran pitcher make an impact in the rotation? John Tomase breaks down what Wacha brings to the table.

After another frustrating loss Friday in San Antonio, Chris Forsberg identifies several areas where the Celtics need to improve if they want to get off their early-season “roller coaster.”

Rangers winger Artemi Panarin drew a fine from the NHL after throwing his glove at Bruins star Brad Marchand on Friday.

First responders were on the scene of an accident involving a dump truck on Route 24 in Avon, Massachusetts on Saturday morning. The Brockton Fire Department said they were helping the Avon Fire Department with a dump truck rolled over on its side after a collision with a trailer on route 24 between Route 27 and the Avon exit. The…

If heading to a farm to cut down your Christmas tree is a family tradition, you better head out soon. And you might want to call ahead. As the owner of Mistletoe Christmas Tree Farm told us, “For our cut-your-own trees, we actually sold out on Wednesday.” The Christmas tree farm in Stow still has plenty of pre-cut trees but…

The Boston Celtics fell back to .500 with a 96-88 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on the road Friday night.

Biden and his entire family are spending the Thanksgiving holiday on the Massachusetts island, renting a sprawling compound that belongs to his friend and billionaire philanthropist David Rubenstein.

The Boston Red Sox are reportedly finalizing a one-year deal with free agent righthanded pitcher Michael Wacha.

How well rookie quarterback Mac Jones handles blitzes from the Tennessee defense will be a pivotal factor in the outcome of Sunday’s Patriots-Titans showdown in Foxboro, writes Phil Perry.

The Celtics have a very tough schedule in December, one that Chris Forsberg views as a season-defining stretch for Boston as it tries to climb up the East standings.

For the Rizzi family, the Thanksgiving holiday starts with making a stop at all eight of the fire stations in Quincy, Massachusetts. “When my father passed away we were thinking of a way we could keep his name going in the fire department,” son John Rizzi said. It’s a part of a family tradition that has gone on for 13…

A hot turkey and all the fixings is what anyone wants on Thanksgiving Day, but for some who come to St Francis House, a day shelter for the homeless and anyone looking for a place to go in Boston, it means a whole lot more. “It is so cold outside, for everyone just to be together,” said guest Julianna...

Some travelers are looking for that extra layer of protection before visiting their families. As many make their way to see their family for the first time in a long time, travelers are packing another item with their luggage: rapid COVID test kits. They cost about $20 and you can get results in minutes. Here is what you need to…

Who’s the best team in the AFC through 11 weeks? Our Tom E. Curran makes a compelling case for the Patriots, while drawing an interesting parallel between this club and the 2001 squad that launched New England’s dynasty.