‘Coats for Kids and Families’ marks 29 years helping neighbors stay warm
A simple idea continues to make a big difference. “Coats for Kids and Families,” now in its 29th year, is once again collecting warm coats to help people across Massachusetts stay comfortable — and maintain dignity — during the winter months.
Boston Police Arrest Two Suspects and Seize Illicit Firearms During Dorchester Traffic Stop
Today, Boston Police officers from District B-3 in Mattapan arrested two individuals during a traffic stop in Dorchester. The suspects, Zion Ford, 18, of Boston, and Jamori Freeman, 21, of West Roxbury, are facing multiple firearm-related charges. At approximately 12:42 a.m., a sergeant on routine patrol observed a...
Wire falls on MBTA train causing fire, sends two to hospital
A series of explosions could be heard as a falling wire struck an MBTA train.
Lowell man arrested after stealing jacket and iPhone, threatening to kill man in Tewksbury
TEWKSBURY — On Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at approximately 1:22 p.m., Tewksbury police were dispatched to the area of 95 Main Street, following a report of an unarmed robbery. According to a statement from Tewksbury’s Police Chief Ryan Columbus, a reporting party told police that an individual known to him, identified...
Massachusetts weather: Forecasters reveal exact day it will snow this week in Boston
An Arctic blast is bringing cold air down from the northern parts of the world which is expected to linger throughout the week and into the weekend even bringing snow
A family legacy is at the heart of this 40 year old Italian spot...
If you’ve ever been to East Boston, you’ve probably heard of Rino’s Place. Maybe you’ve seen the line forming down Saratoga Street, or maybe you’ve caught the episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives that made the restaurant a national name. But behind the famous lobster ravioli and the red-sauce comfort food that...
Bill proposes seizing cars from “street takeover” participants
There's a proposal on Beacon Hill that takes a different approach to combatting "street takeovers" in Massachusetts.
Boston police asking for help finding missing teen
Boston police are asking for the public’s help in finding a 15-year-old teen.
‘Expect delays’ after cement truck rolls over on I-93 in Boston, MassDOT says
Drivers should “expect delays” on Interstate 93 in Boston after a cement truck rolled over Monday morning, state transportation officials said. The truck turned over on the southbound side of the highway under the Massachusetts Avenue Connector, between South Boston and the South End, the state’s Department of...
Malden Veteran and Longtime Resident Carmen LaPorta Celebrates 100th Birthday with Community
Carmen LaPorta, a longtime Malden resident and World War II Marine veteran, recently turned 100 years old. Mayor Gary Christenson attended the event to recognize LaPorta's life and military service.
