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John Tomase 12 seconds ago

Sneaky-good offseason? Breslow's additions show promise for Red Sox

Several of Craig Breslow’s offseason pickups have played key roles in the Red Sox’ surprising start to the 2024 season, writes John Tomase.

Lynn 2 mins ago

Lynn school staffer stabbed, student arrested, police say
New England Patriots 51 mins ago

Report: Patriots, Barmore agree to lucrative four-year extension

Phil Perry 41 mins ago

Why Pats' rookie WRs should be excellent fits for Drake Maye's game

The Patriots clearly had No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye in mind when they drafted wide receivers Ja’Lynn Polk and Javon Baker, writes Phil Perry.
forecast 2 hours ago

Warmer weather turning wet midweek

Monday’s temperatures are well in advance of a late April day. Highs will reach 70°, nearly 10° hotter than the average April 29 day. While clouds will be in the picture, it is still a dry day. ...
Nick Goss 56 mins ago

Bruins in control of series, but can't afford to let Leafs hang around

The Bruins hold a commanding 3-1 series lead vs. the Leafs, but if history is any indication, they cannot allow Toronto to hang around.
Entertainment 2 hours ago

Billie Eilish coming to Boston this fall. Here's how to get tickets

Singer Billie Eilish is coming to Boston later this year on her next tour. Eilish will bring her Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour to TD Garden on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, Live Nation noted in a release Mo...

hit-and-run 3 hours ago

Woman killed in high-speed hit-and-run motorcycle crash in Methuen

A woman was killed by a speeding motorcycle in Methuen, Massachusetts, Sunday night, police say, asking for help finding the driver, who fled the scene and hadn’t been caught. The woman, a 62-year-old from Methuen who hasn’t been publicly identified, was found face down by the side of Lowell Street near Alexander Circle at about 8:37 p....
Newton 4 hours ago

Newton dentist office aims to keep children comfortable

April is Autism Awareness Month. Any parent of a child on the autism spectrum knows it can be difficult to get their son or daughter to go to the dentist. So, a Newton, Massachusetts, dentist decided to create a space that’s not only welcoming and fun but works with patients and their parents to make the process as calming...
Boston 3 hours ago

College campus tensions grow over Pro-Palestinian protests

With just a few weeks left in the semester, college students nationwide, including in Massachusetts, are standing their ground, and protesting the war in Gaza. Protests calling for peace continue to pop up across campuses despite local and national leaders calling for their protests to end. The tents are cleaned up at Emerson College and the encamp...
Boston Business Journal 4 hours ago

Cambridge startup nabs big pharma deal worth up to $1.8M after ‘reset'

Flagship startup nabs Big Pharma deal worth up to $1.8M after ‘reset’
Dedham 6 mins ago

‘Karen Read was framed,' defense argues in opening statement: Watch the trial live

The long-awaited trial of the Karen Read murder case began Monday with opening statements. This comes after what was about a five-day jury selection process. Twelve jurors and four alternates were officially identified Monday, and they will help decide the fate of Read, who’s facing several charges for allegedly killing her boyfriend, Boston ...
Boston Business Journal 4 hours ago

Northeastern helps a new crop of healthcare startups in Maine

Northeastern helps a new crop of healthcare startups in Maine
forecast 3 hours ago

Warm start to the workweek, with some rain chances on the way

A gorgeous start to the week with warm air over New England. With clouds clearing by late Monday morning, it will be very warm with temperatures in the 70s inland. A sea breeze will keep temperatures more moderate along the coast, so Boston will make it to the mid-60s. Monday night will be seasonable with temperatures in the 40s...
Pembroke 12 hours ago

Pembroke police concerned for well-being of missing 16-year-old girl

A 16-year-old girl who may have used a rideshare vehicle is missing from Pembroke, Massachusetts, and police say they are concerned for her well-being. Jaylanna Curtin-Green was last seen walking on Country Club Circle around 4 p.m. Saturday, wearing a fluorescent orange top with a black shirt and black pants, police say. A black Honda CRV was seen...
boston restaurant talk 4 hours ago

New cocktail bar coming to Cambridge, James Beard semifinalist expanding to local area

[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.] Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between April 22 and April 28. Clover Food Lab Is Emerging from Bankruptcy, Announces Expansion PlansA local restaurant chain that features vegetarian fare is exiting bankruptcy and is now looking to ex...
Boston 17 hours ago

Jewish community rallies in Boston against pro-Palestinian encampments at colleges

Members of the Jewish community held a rally Sunday in Boston to call attention to what they describe as growing antisemitism on college campuses as the war in Gaza continues. The rally, attended by hundreds, was held at Temple Israel of Boston in support of Jewish students across the country. As the Jewish community celebrates Passover, calls for ...
Randolph police 3 hours ago

Large fire destroys Randolph apartment building; over 80 residents displaced

A massive fire broke out at an apartment complex in Randolph, Massachusetts, on Sunday night, prompting large-scale evacuations and warnings from police and town officials about smoke in the area, as well as low water pressure. The Randolph Fire Department was called to the multi-family residential blaze at 60 Bridle Path Circle just after 6 p.m., ...
Tom E. Curran 18 hours ago

Patriots get Drake Maye the help he needs in productive 2024 draft

The Patriots didn’t mess around after taking Drake Maye at No. 3. Tom E. Curran shares his take on a business-like 2024 NFL Draft for Eliot Wolf and Co.
Hyannis 18 hours ago

4 rescued when boat capsizes off coast of Cape Cod

Four people were rescued when a boat capsized off the coast of Cape Cod on Saturday. The Hyannis Fire Department said they responded to a call for a boat taking on water near Point Gammon around 10:30 p.m. The Sea Tow service had already responded and was trying to bring it in when the boat capsized, sending four people into…

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Sneaky-good offseason? Breslow's additions show promise for Red Sox

Lynn school staffer stabbed, student arrested, police say

Report: Patriots, Barmore agree to lucrative four-year extension

Why Pats' rookie WRs should be excellent fits for Drake Maye's game

Warmer weather turning wet midweek

Bruins in control of series, but can't afford to let Leafs hang around

Billie Eilish coming to Boston this fall. Here's how to get tickets

Woman killed in high-speed hit-and-run motorcycle crash in Methuen

Newton dentist office aims to keep children comfortable

College campus tensions grow over Pro-Palestinian protests

Cambridge startup nabs big pharma deal worth up to $1.8M after ‘reset'

‘Karen Read was framed,' defense argues in opening statement: Watch the trial live

Northeastern helps a new crop of healthcare startups in Maine

Warm start to the workweek, with some rain chances on the way

Pembroke police concerned for well-being of missing 16-year-old girl

New cocktail bar coming to Cambridge, James Beard semifinalist expanding to local area

Jewish community rallies in Boston against pro-Palestinian encampments at colleges

Large fire destroys Randolph apartment building; over 80 residents displaced

Patriots get Drake Maye the help he needs in productive 2024 draft

4 rescued when boat capsizes off coast of Cape Cod

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