Upscale Boston steakhouse closes both locations after nearly 15 years
An upscale Boston steakhouse has closed both of its locations.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu sworn in for second term, delivers inaugural address
Michelle Wu has been sworn in for her second term as mayor of Boston during an inauguration ceremony on Monday morning. The ceremony got underway at 10 a.m. at Boston Symphony Hall. City councilors were also sworn in at the ceremony. Following the swearing ins, Wu delivered her inaugural address...
14 U.S. Cities Where Driving Is Most Risky, According to Recent Reports
Driving can be stressful, but in some American cities, it becomes downright dangerous. Recent studies from Allstate and Forbes Advisor reveal which places have the highest collision rates and worst driving conditions. Whether you live in one of these cities or plan to visit, knowing where the roads are riskiest can...
You’re Invited: Local Library Brings Free Movie Matinees to Quincy This January
If you're looking for an affordable way to stay warm while having fun, then look no further! The Thomas Crane Public Library in Quincy, Massachusetts, is continuing its popular Movie Matinee series throughout January 2026, offering free film screenings at two locations. The Main Library will host Wednesday afternoon...
Local hair salon helps employees with rising health care costs
This year, total health benefit costs per employee are expected to rise about 6.5%—the largest increase since 2010. Rising medical service costs, increased prices for prescription drugs and inflation are all factors that drive up coverage. The only way to bring it down is if the employer covers some of the cost.
Boston Prepares for a Week of Snow, Rain, and Shifting Temperatures
Bostonians should brace for a mixed bag of winter weather this week, with chances of snow, rain, and a range of temperatures to dress for. The week kicks off with the possibility of snowfall tomorrow morning, according to the National Weather Service, though little accumulation is expected. Highs will hover just...
The Unique Shopping Experience You’ll Have At The World’s Smallest Trader Joe’s
The world's smallest Trader Joe's in Boston has one cashier and is only 5,200 square feet, but they make it work! It's a crowded but unique shopping experience.
Massachusetts Vets Freeze After Spotting A Tiny Creature Covered In Insulation Foam
Eli had a routine everyone on the block knew by heart. She’d wander the sidewalks, pausing to say hello, soaking up attention, then eventually making her way back home for a cozy nap. So when a day passed… and then another… without a single Eli sighting, worry spread fast....
2 found dead in Lawrence after apparent murder-suicide, DA says
The 32-year-old man and 30-year-old woman were in a long-term dating relationship, the DA said. A couple in the thirties was found dead in their Lawrence apartment Saturday evening after an apparent murder-suicide, officials said. Lawrence police responded to an apartment at 582 Essex St., where officers found a...
After 100 years of restrictions, shellfish can be harvested in Boston Harbor.
Big news, all those who had “start clamming and shellfishing” on their 2026 new things to try list. For the first time in more than a century, shellfish harvested from the outer reaches of Boston Harbor are officially back on the menu. State officials announced this week that clams, oysters, and other shellfish from...
