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Teens Allegedly Brought AR-15 to Steal Sneakers From Lawrence Apartment
Teenagers are accused of breaking into an apartment in Lawrence, Massachusetts, to steal luxury sneakers while armed with an AR-15.
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Outrage Follows Nation's Second Mass Shooting in a Week
There was a drop in gun violence during the pandemic, but with two large mass killings in a matter of days, many are concerned.
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Nice Weather, St. Patrick's Day Raise Health Concerns
For a second straight year, there will not be a St. Patrick’s Day Parade in South Boston, but health officials are worried about a potential spike in COVID-19 cases if people gather.
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Revere Is No Longer Considered a High-Risk Community
For much of the coronavirus pandemic, Revere was one of Massachusetts’ hardest-hit communities, but the positivity rate has declined.
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Shortage of Coronavirus Vaccines Frustrates Peabody Residents
Officials in Peabody, Massachusetts, had plans to give the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to some in the city this week, but that won’t be happening, as it has received far fewer shots than expected.
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2-Alarm Fire Destroys Motorcycle Repair Shop in West Bridgewater
A large fire broke out in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, destroying a building containing dozens of motorcycles.
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Millions Expected to Travel Despite COVID Warnings
Despite warning from health officials to stay home this Christmas, millions are traveling to gatherings.
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Nurses Prepare for Surge of COVID-19 Patients
Massachusetts General Hospital is preparing for what doctors say could be some of our darkest days yet.
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Walpole Schools Remove ‘Rebels' Mascot
Walpole’s high school is planning to change its longstanding nickname due to its racist historical ties.
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Restrictions for Beach Parking Lead to Problems in Quincy Neighborhood
Parking is prohibited on Quincy Shore Drive in an effort to stop crowds from gathering at Wollaston Beach, but people are parking on neighborhood streets and going to the beach anyway.
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Effort to Make Masks Mandatory in Grocery Stores
The Stop & Shop union is pushing for a mandatory mask order for all essential businesses.
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Hospitals Prepare for COVID-19 Patients
Hospitals are concerned whether they have the appropriate supplies to respond to the coronavirus outbreak.
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Mass. Court Weighs Request to Release Prisoners in Face of Coroanvirus Pandemic
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court heard arguments Tuesday on a petition that seeks to reduce the prison population in the state in a bid to prevent the spread of the deadly new coronavirus behind bars. The petition seeks to lower the number of prisoners through, among other measures, the release of “incarcerated individuals who are vulnerable to COVID-19, near the…
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SJC Hearing on Early Release of Prisoners
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court heard arguments as to whether or not to release inmates amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Child Care Centers in Mass. to Close Monday
Child care centers across Massachusetts are preparing to close their doors Monday amid the coronavirus outbreak. Gov. Charlie Baker issued an executive order last week requiring all early education centers and family childcare providers to close starting Monday to prevent the spread of coronavirus. However, the state is making emergency child care available for families of emergency personnel, medical…
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Options Remain as Day Care Centers Close Monday
Child care centers across Massachusetts are preparing to close their doors Monday amid the coronavirus outbreak, but some options will remain. Tonya Munchbach has a home daycare in Dedham and says she’s glad she can help.
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Child Care Centers to Close Monday
Child care centers will be closing in Massachusetts on Monday.
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Orange Line Upgrade: New, More Spacious Cars Go Into Service
New cars for Orange Line trains went into service Wednesday, in an expected boost for the embattled Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Gov. Charlie Baker and MBTA officials held a press conference at Wellington station in Medford to launch the six new cars.
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Imprisoned Ex-School Dean Pleads Not Guilty to Gang Charge
The former Boston high school dean and anti-violence advocate convicted of shooting and nearly killing a student has been sentenced to up to 26 years in prison.
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Massachusetts Residents Grabbing Snow Shovels, Salt to Prepare for Winter Storm
A winter storm is heading toward New England, and it could be the first big snow storm of the season. With the possibility of heavy snow, people are busy marking necessary preparations. In Worcester, where up to six inches of snow is possible, residents say they are ready for whatever comes. Sharon Barry says she’s in the market for a...