Boston MA

BOSTON, MA – Millions of residents across southern New England could face strong to severe thunderstorms Friday evening, October 16, as an approaching cold front threatens to bring damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning and locally heavy rainfall.

Christine's Sweet Shoppe — Business Affected By Downtown Construction. Some Stoneham businesses are running on as little as a third of their usual customer traffic as a sweeping downtown construction project tears up sidewalks, streets and parking spots across the town center. Owners describe empty storefronts, canceled shifts and anxious nights as they wait to see whether the town will offer any financial help.

A woman was shot in Dorchester Thursday night. Police said they responded to a report of a person shot shortly before 8 p.m. in the area of 765 Washington St.Officers on scene said a woman was suffering from a gunshot wound. The woman was transported to a local hospital. Police did not share an update on the woman’s condition. No arrests have been made. Officers did not share any additional information. The shooting is under investigation. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as mo

A retired Braintree Police detective accused of using department technology to track and harass his ex-girlfriend is due in court.

Eight finalists have been chosen for the “Voice of Logan” competition.

Mother's East Tavern is seeking the return of multiple valuable decorations.

Sixteen people stood in the upstairs bedroom of Munroe Tavern. The crowd warmed the small room, but a cool draft radiated through the old floorboards. Shadows of branches slinked across sheer white curtains as headlights passed on Massachusetts Avenue. A bell rang once. Lexington History Museums hosted a paranormal investigation...

For several hours every Friday morning, older adults in Roxbury convene on the Melnea Cass Recreation Complex to reconnect with one another and with police officers.

Part of Seaport is being transformed into the Wild West.

The man who fatally struck a Newton man riding a bicycle pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter on Thursday.