Rockland Contractor Accused of Bilking Mass Save Program Out of $8 Million
A Rockland heating and cooling contractor is accused of siphoning nearly $8 million from Massachusetts ratepayers by billing the Mass Save energy-efficiency program for heat pumps that were never installed, were installed improperly, or were quietly ripped out after inspectors signed off. MWD Heating & Air Conditioning
Legendary North End bakery unveils first Boston Logan Airport location
Boston travelers can now take an excursion for a sweet treat from one of the city’s most famous bakeries. Mike’s Pastry unveiled its newest location at Boston Logan International Airport Wednesday, bringing a taste of Boston’s North End to the city’s airport. The opening marked a...
Inside Boston’s rat war, from the city’s plan to local resistance
Boston officials have armed city blocks with rodent-resistant trash cans, birth control and thermal cameras that can detect rat clusters , but every war has its rogue vigilante. In the North End, that's Lilly, a 7-year-old dachshund. Why it matters: Boston's war on rats — or at least the Wu administration's offensive —
Beloved Brookline Bakery Still Operating Despite Storefront Closure
The Party Favors storefront in Brookline may be empty, but the ovens are still going.
The rumors were true: Blanchard’s in Allston is closing
An employee at the liquor store confirmed it will close in mid-to-late October, about two months after a person first shared the owner's email online announcing the closure. Blanchard’s on Harvard Avenue in Allston is closing for good. An employee confirmed the news on Wednesday as signs were posted in its windows, rea
Man in emotional distress detonates wearable explosive device in Boston
A man who appeared to be in emotional distress detonated an explosive device he was wearing during an encounter with Boston police. At about 1 a.m. Monday, Boston police responded to Mishawum Street and Main Street in Charlestown after receiving a report of a man who said he didn’t feel safe, according to incident repo
Frugal Fannie’s closing Westwood store after 43 years
Frugal Fannie's, a warehouse clothing store known for its bargains, is closing its Westwood, Massachusetts, location after 43 years.
Woman arrested after allegedly shouting at Orthodox Jewish men, assaulting officer outside Brighton synagogue
The woman was charged with assault and battery on a police officer and disorderly conduct. A woman in Brighton was arrested Thursday night after allegedly screaming at members of an Orthodox Jewish synagogue and then assaulting a responding officer. Shortly after 9 p.m., officers arrived at Kollel of Greater Boston...
Westwood school bus accident sends student, driver to the hospital, district says
A school bus carrying elementary school students had an accident in Westwood, Massachusetts, Tuesday, sending a student and its driver to the hospital, school officials said. The student had minor injuries, Westwood Public Schools said in a statement. They didn't know the condition of the bus driver. The crash on...
Annual pizza festival serves Boston community a fresh piece of the pie
The 2026 Boston Pizza Festival filled City Hall Plaza with the aroma of wood fired pizza ovens Sept. 19-20. Music rang out from the DJ booth, creating an environment full of anticipation and excitement as vendors prepared for an influx of people from all over uniting over one thing: pizza.
