Man arrested on drug, firearm charges in Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE, MA — A Lowell man was arrested on multiple drug and firearm charges following an investigation into illegal narcotic sales. Brett Parnham, 49, of Lowell was taken into custody by Cambridge Police and members of the Suburban Middlesex County Drug Task Force. Detectives identified Parnham as part of...
12 Massachusetts Diners Serving Portions So Big, You’ll Always Need a To-Go Box
Some meals are satisfying, and then some practically dare you to finish them. Across Massachusetts, a handful of diners have turned oversized breakfasts, stacked sandwiches, and plate-filling comfort food into part of the experience. These are the places where portions feel legendary, flavors stay familiar, and every order arrives with serious weight.
Boston Pols Nudge BPS Toward Social Media Showdown In Court
The Boston City Council on Wednesday nudged Boston Public Schools to take a hard look at whether the district should jump into the nationwide lawsuits targeting major social media companies, arguing it could help offset costs tied to youth mental health and bulk up school-based supports. The move stops short of urging BPS to sign on, instead asking district leaders to size up...
Four hotspots to catch the best spring blooms around New England
When it comes to spring blooms, you may have started noticing cherry trees, daffodils, and magnolias. But according to Karen Daubmann, director of Garden and Programs for Massachusetts Horticultural Society in Wellesley, there’s plenty more to come. Daubmann recently spoke with GBH’s Morning Edition to talk all about when...
‘It’s crazy’: Parents, students say Wentworth mice issue runs rampant
Since Boston 25’s reporting on the temporary closure of Beatty Hall due to mouse sightings, parents and students have reached out with more concerns about rodents on campus.
Man reported missing in Waltham
WALTHAM, MA — Police are searching for a missing man last seen in the Cedar Street area. Mason is described as a white male, 6 feet 3 inches tall, approximately 170 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a matching cream-colored sweatsuit, a blue...
WATCH: Teen detained after ‘senior assassin’ water gun mistaken for real weapon
STONEHAM, MASS. (WHDH) - A teenager with a water gun triggered an emergency response from police after a concerned resident called 911 Monday reporting a person with a gun, police body camera video captured. The teenager was handcuffed and briefly detained, but was released after he explained to officers that he was taking part in the popular high school game called “senior assassin.”
Sugar’s Hot Pizza to Open in Boston Seaport on May 15
Boston, MA – May 07, 2026 – Boston Seaport by WS announces the upcoming opening of Sugar’s Hot Pizza, a New York–style pizza shop from the team behind Stubbys. Opening May 15, Sugar’s will introduce pizza by the slice, whole pies, deli-style sandwiches, and soft serve in a relaxed, walk-in setting.
Female juveniles arrested in East Boston, allegedly robbed, assaulted victim
BOSTON (WHDH) - A 14-year-old female from Mattapan and a 16-year-old female from Dorchester are expected to be arraigned in juvenile court after being charged in a robbery and assault in East Boston Thursday. Officials responded to a radio call reported a person with a knife in the area of...
8 charged after investigation across Massachusetts results in 18 firearms, over 20 machine gun...
BOSTON – A federal indictment was unsealed today against seven members and associates of the Boston-based Columbia Point Dawgs and Johnston Road gangs and their associates for firearm and drug charges. A federal complaint was also filed against an eighth defendant for being a felon in possession of ammunition. One defendant is currently on pre-trial release for a pending state murder case.
