New England-based rescue takes in batch of neglected axolotls
Libertyland Axolotl Rescue, a nonprofit network of foster parents around New England, is looking for donations to support the rehabilitation of the "cheese babes." A local nonprofit that works with fosters all around New England is looking for help supporting the rehabilitation of 16 axolotls — with missing limbs and...
This Iconic Massachusetts Burger Joint Proves You Can Still Eat Well For Under $10
In a world where a decent burger can cost you more than a tank of gas, Tasty Burger in Boston stands as a delicious middle finger to inflation. This Fenway area gem serves up quality burgers that won’t require you to take out a small loan or explain to your spouse why the credit card bill looks suspicious.
Authorities have ID’d 85-year-old woman who died in Framingham crash
Authorities have identified the woman who died March 21 in a crash on Route 9 in Framingham as Linda Chaput , 85, of Framingham. The cause of the crash that killed Chaput remains under investigation, according to the Middlesex District Attorney's Office . The crash occurred at 12:44 p.m. Saturday on the westbound...
No one can use a gas-powered leaf blower in these 2 Mass. towns, thanks...
Arlington and Lexington restrict use to electric models, citing noise and environmental concerns. If you were planning to fire up a gas-powered leaf blower in Arlington or Lexington, you may need to rethink your plans. New local laws that took effect March 15 prohibit the use of gas-powered leaf plowers...
Teamsters terminate agreement, strike at Smurfit Westrock site set for closure
Teamsters members began striking Monday at a Smurfit Westrock corrugated converting plant in Wakefield, Massachusetts, the day they say their contract expired. Teamsters say Smurfit Westrock should “return to the bargaining table” and “get serious about negotiating,” according to a news release. Smurfit Westrock was...
Teen dead, another arrested in deadly Brockton shooting
One teen is dead and another has been arrested after a deadly shooting in Brockton on Tuesday night.
Mass. woman killed in 6-vehicle crash in Florida
A chain-reaction crash involving a semi-truck on I-75 left one dead and multiple others seriously injured, authorities say. A 69-year-old Massachusetts woman was killed in a six-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 in Florida on Monday, according to authorities. The crash occurred just before noon along I-75 westbound in...
Speakers, performers announced for ‘No Kings’ Boston rally Saturday
Gov. Maura Healey, Milford student leader Marcelo Gomes da Silva, Rep. Ayanna Pressley, and Dropkick Murphys are among those set to appear at the rally. Organizers of Saturday’s No Kings Boston protest have announced a lineup of elected officials, civic leaders, and performers set to appear at the rally on Boston...
Thieves used hidden cameras, Wi-Fi jammers for break-ins, DA says
Three men are accused of using sophisticated technology in Massachusetts to target Indian and East Asian homeowners for break-ins.
After 37 years, a Weymouth Landing restaurant is saying adiós
A longtime staple in Weymouth Landing and a local favorite for tasty margaritas and authentic Mexican cuisine will close its doors for good in early April. The Adame family, which owns El Sarape , located at 5 Commercial St. in Braintree, announced this week that it will close the restaurant for good April 4 after 37...
