Kaitlin McKinley Becker

In the center of Salem, Massachusetts, you can pose with a fictional witch, or meet a real one. We all know Salem as the “witch city” because of its history. But the area also has a community of self-described modern witches who are now redefining the word. Erica Feldmann, a millennial entrepreanuer who built a lifestyle brand called Hauswitch and...

A restored replica of the ship that pilgrims sailed to Plymouth in 1620 was launched at the Mystic Seaport Museum in Connecticut on Saturday.

A lot of people have plans to put up their Christmas trees this weekend, but the crews at the Encore Boston Harbor Casino started decking the halls weeks ago. The carousel at the Encore is constantly snapped and shared, but around the iconic mainstay is a supporting cast of seasonally selected blooms, including 5,000 mums for fall. “We change the...

A significant winter storm slowly making its way toward New England is set to arrive Sunday, impacting people hoping to get home after Thanksgiving during the year’s busiest travel weekend. It will be a long-duration nor’easter, with the region under its grip for 24 to 36 hours. Here’s what you need to know about the powerful storm:

A significant storm headed for New England is expected to bring heavy snow to the region. When there’s snow in the forecast, rock salt, shovels and all things winter are the hottest items at hardware stores. “Got some oil for my snow blower,” one woman said. “Loading up on my rock salt” said Mike Caribo. “I’m picking up a couple...

Police are investigating after one person was shot Friday in Worcester, Massachusetts. Worcester police say they responded to 1 Maxwell St. around 11:30 a.m. for a report of gunshots. Responding officers found a 19-year-old man on the front steps of the residence with serious injuries. The victim was taken to an area hospital, where family and friends say he is...

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...

One man has been arrested for alleged drunk driving and police in two Massachusetts communities are investigating after at least five vehicles were damaged in two crashes Friday night. Jonathan Markow, 29, of Hampton, New Hampshire, was arrested and charged with operating under the influence of alcohol and operating to endanger. Police say additional charges are likely. Reading officials responded...

The crews at Encore Boston Harbor Casino started decking the halls weeks ago. Here’s an inside look at how they transform the property:

The day after one holiday, plenty of people are already preparing for the next. Following Thanksgiving, Christmas tree shopping is a first on many to do lists. But this year, those in the market for a tree will see an increase in price thanks to a decrease in supply. Brody Flynn’s family tree lot sees a lot of customers on...

Brody Flynn says his customers here and everywhere will be paying more for a Christmas tree, roughly a $10 increase thanks to a decrease in supply.

It is a historic rivalry that is supposed to be family-friendly, but the Needham-Wellesley football game turned ugly on Thanksgiving Day. Wellesley, the home team, was up 27 to nothing when fists started flying with two minutes left in the game. Officials decided to call the game before the clock ran out due to the bench-clearing brawl, leaving some fans...

As the long lines and early morning crowds out for door-buster deals subside, Black Friday becomes a time for families to shop together for the holidays. Lynn Tenne of Abington said, “It’s been nice and I have my grandkids here and they’re shopping with me and I said alright, pick out your one but just be surprised when you open...

A Massachusetts man charged with bludgeoning his dog to death with a rock then burying the body in his backyard told investigators he talked to a veterinarian friend about euthanizing the 17-year-old pet. Adam Crook, of Melrose, was released with no bail after pleading not guilty to animal cruelty on Tuesday.

The results from the largest study ever done on autism and vaccines have been released and they show what study after study has also concluded: there’s no link between the Mumps, Measles, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine and the development of autism.

A military helicopter had to make an emergency landing Sunday in Warren, Massachusetts. Police say they responded to a field in the area of Reed Street and Brimfield Road after receiving multiple 911 calls. The pilot told responding officials that some type of mechanical issue prompted the landing.

At a press conference Saturday, a reporter told Tom Brady that Jason McCourty described the quarterback’s relationship with Julian Edelman as a “bromance.” Brady said the two have a great relationship and he trusts #11 so much.

According to Harvard University Astrophysics professor and department chair Avi Loeb, there is likely life outside of our planet and he says, “we are not special. When we thought that we were at the center of the universe we were proven wrong. The sun does not move around the earth.”

A Massachusetts man is facing an animal cruelty charge after allegedly killing his dog Friday night. Police say Adam Crook, 44, of Melrose, allegedly dragged his dog from his home into his backyard where he allegedly struck the dog in the head with a large rock multiple times, killing the animal. Crook, who is known to police, then allegedly used...

A Massachusetts man is expected to face charges animal cruelty charges Tuesday for the alleged killing of his dog at his home in Melrose Friday night.