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- School back in session
by Danielle Ray on September 4, 2025 at 9:56 amSchool is back in full swing following summer break, which means students from kindergarteners up along with teachers, staff, and bus drivers are back at it too. The Townsend Police Department posted a sweet photo and message on social media on Aug. 25, the first day of school for the North Middlesex Regional School District.
- Stages: Melissa Campbell on playing a mom in ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’
by Nancye Tuttle on September 4, 2025 at 8:49 amMelissa Campbell plays Miranda Hillard, a role that Sally Field made famous in the 1993 film “Mrs. Doubtfire.” The film is now a musical, and it opens the Broadway in Boston season with a Sept. 9-21 run at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. Stages recently caught up with Campbell, a Cincinnati, Ohio native, to talk about her career, other women of substance she’s played on stage, and how the musical differs and is the same as the movie. Here are her responses: STAGES: Tell us about your journey to become an actor. CAMPBELL: I’ve loved musical theatre and performing for as
- MWCC Leaders Contribute to New Book on Latino Education in Massachusetts
by Submitted Article on September 4, 2025 at 8:24 amGARDNER — Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) recently announced that two of its academic leaders have co-authored a chapter in the newly released book “Critical Perspectives on Latino Education in Massachusetts.” (University of Massachusetts Press, 2025). Laurie Occhipinti, dean of Liberal Arts, Social Sciences and Education, and Melissa Sargent, dean of Student Records, contributed a
- Today in History: September 4, the 1949 Peekskill Riots
by Associated Press on September 4, 2025 at 8:00 ammore than 140 people were injured following a performance by singer Paul Robeson in Peekskill, New York, as an anti-Communist mob attacked departing concertgoers.
- Report: SNAP changes will affect 40,000 in Greater Boston
by Sam Drysdale on September 4, 2025 at 6:04 amA new federal law could leave 7% of Boston-area SNAP recipients with reduced food assistance or new hurdles to qualify, according to a report released Tuesday. The One Big Beautiful Bill signed by President Donald Trump in July overhauls the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program with stricter work rules, new immigrant eligibility limits and higher state
- Perfect day, summer weather to return
by Clamberton7 on September 4, 2025 at 10:55 amWe chalked up another Top 10 day yesterday with highs in the 70s to low 80s with low humidity in place. Today, we’ll do it...
- Death toll in Lisbon streetcar crash rises to 17 as Portugal observes national day of mourning
by James Kukstis on September 4, 2025 at 10:37 amLISBON, Portugal (AP) — The death toll in the crash of a famous Lisbon streetcar popular with tourists rose to 17 Thursday after two people...
- 5 forced out by fire at home in Reading
by James Kukstis on September 4, 2025 at 9:44 amA fire in Reading forced five people out of their home early Thursday. The back of the house on Libby Avenue took a significant amount...
- Trump asks Supreme Court to quickly take up tariffs case and reverse ruling finding them illegal
by James Kukstis on September 4, 2025 at 9:27 amWASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration took the fight over tariffs to the Supreme Court on Wednesday, asking the justices to rule quickly that the president has...
- Classes to resume at UMass Lowell after student scare on first day
by James Kukstis on September 4, 2025 at 9:08 amThe University of Massachusetts in Lowell is stepping up security as classes resume Thursday, after reports of someone with a gun on campus put the...
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- 5 can’t-miss restaurant openings and dining updates in Boston this week
by Katelyn Umholtz on September 4, 2025 at 9:00 amStay up to date on the best new restaurants, recent openings, and the biggest dining updates across Greater Boston's food scene. The post 5 can’t-miss restaurant openings and dining updates in Boston this week appeared first on Boston.com.
- Prosecutors spent more than $1.4 million to retry Karen Read, records show
by Molly Farrar on September 4, 2025 at 3:50 amHank Brennan was paid $566,000, and prosecutors spent more than $850,000 on expert witnesses and other expenses to retry Read. The post Prosecutors spent more than $1.4 million to retry Karen Read, records show appeared first on Boston.com.
- Wednesday’s loss a reminder of daunting road for Red Sox without Roman Anthony
by Conor Ryan on September 4, 2025 at 2:53 am“I told him to envision the ALCS first at bat, that’s what I told him." The post Wednesday’s loss a reminder of daunting road for Red Sox without Roman Anthony appeared first on Boston.com.
- Guardians score 6 runs in 2nd inning and beat sloppy Red Sox 8-1
by Associated Press on September 4, 2025 at 2:29 amBoston threw a pair of wild pitches in the first two innings and committed two costly errors in the second. The post Guardians score 6 runs in 2nd inning and beat sloppy Red Sox 8-1 appeared first on Boston.com.
- 2 men cleared of accessory charges in late-night Brookline shooting
by Darin Zullo on September 4, 2025 at 1:59 amThe 18-year-olds were both charged with being an accessory after the fact when an 18-year-old Newton man was wounded in the January shooting. The post 2 men cleared of accessory charges in late-night Brookline shooting appeared first on Boston.com.
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- RFK Jr. faces Senate about CDC chaos. And, Harvard funding freeze ruled illegal
by Brittney Melton on September 4, 2025 at 11:08 amRobert F. Kennedy Jr. will testify in the Senate today after last week's shakeup at the CDC. And, a federal judge says the Trump administration illegally froze billions of Harvard's funds.
- Are creatine supplements all that they're pumped up to be?by Maria Godoy on September 4, 2025 at 10:00 am
Creatine supplements have long become increasingly popular as social media influencers tout its benefits. What does the evidence say?
- Sen. Warren says banking panel should focus on Trump's attacks on Fed independenceby Steve Inskeep on September 4, 2025 at 10:00 am
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Sen. Elizabeth Warren, the top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, about Stephen Miran's nomination to the Fed and the central bank's independence.
- RFK Jr. to face questions about chaos at the CDCby Selena Simmons-Duffin on September 4, 2025 at 9:01 am
Democratic lawmakers and more than a thousand current and former HHS staff say Kennedy's actions are endangering America's health. Kennedy says he came to clean house and he's delivering.
- A literary center named for author Larry McMurtry breathes life into his Texas hometownby John Burnett on September 4, 2025 at 9:00 am
A literary center in Archer City, a tiny ranching town in Texas, keeps alive the legacy of famed Western author Larry McMurtry.
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- D7-8 football preview: Familiar faces in D7, West Boylston builds D8 dynasty
by Erik Anderson on September 4, 2025 at 9:48 amAs the calendar turns to September, New England is privy to some benefits of the season changes to autumn. The magnificent colors of fall foliage, apple picking and pumpkin patches on local farms and the return of high school football. In Divisions 7 and 8, several teams have had an excellent track record over the
- Battenfeld: Battle over Everett soccer stadium the perfect setup for Michelle Wu
by Joe Battenfeld on September 4, 2025 at 9:10 amBattenfeld: Michelle Wu’s battle against Robert Kraft over a proposed Everett soccer stadium is the perfect election year setup for Wu.
- 2025 Genesis G80 delivers a couch-like ride
by Marc D. Grasso on September 4, 2025 at 8:40 amWith modern-day releases and futuristic aesthetics being delivered from manufacturers to consumers in every market, the necessity for comfort has taken a back burner. In 2025, Genesis had to separate themselves from the rest, and ensure that comfort was their first and foremost priority. While exterior and interior aesthetics were the prior reason for their
- Callahan: Why the Patriots’ season opener will be more telling than most
by Andrew Callahan on September 4, 2025 at 8:30 amIf the Patriots win on Sunday, it will mean more than just a 1-0 start to the Mike Vrabel era.
- Tee Thursday: Improving in golf is more nuanced than a score shows
by Moira McCarthy on September 4, 2025 at 8:13 amFall golf is just about here and that means I’ve just wrapped my fourth official summer dedicated to golf. Have I improved? While this morning’s score may not reflect it – I knew I was due for a dip! – overall, I can see some real improvement. That’s because I’ve learned that being good at
- Lowell’s festivals brighten fall days
by Melanie Gilbert on September 4, 2025 at 10:51 amLOWELL — The days are getting shorter and the nights cooler, but the festval vibe continues into the fall with upcoming events in Lowell.
- The Sun’s 2025 high school football preview
by James Albert on September 4, 2025 at 10:02 amIt would be nearly impossible for this upcoming football season to match last fall. Shawsheen Tech went 13-0 and won the Division 5 Super Bowl. Pelham saw its 47-game win streak end, but advanced to the New Hampshire Division 2 title game. The good news is there’s plenty of top returning talent, including returning Sun
- Stages: Melissa Campbell on playing a mom in ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’
by Nancye Tuttle on September 4, 2025 at 8:49 amMelissa Campbell plays Miranda Hillard, a role that Sally Field made famous in the 1993 film “Mrs. Doubtfire.” The film is now a musical, and it opens the Broadway in Boston season with a Sept. 9-21 run at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. Stages recently caught up with Campbell, a Cincinnati, Ohio native, to talk about
- Today in History: September 4, the 1949 Peekskill Riots
by Associated Press on September 4, 2025 at 8:00 ammore than 140 people were injured following a performance by singer Paul Robeson in Peekskill, New York, as an anti-Communist mob attacked departing concertgoers.
- Report: SNAP changes will affect 40,000 in Greater Boston
by Sam Drysdale on September 4, 2025 at 6:04 amA new federal law could leave 7% of Boston-area SNAP recipients with reduced food assistance or new hurdles to qualify, according to a report released Tuesday. The One Big Beautiful Bill signed by President Donald Trump in July overhauls the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program with stricter work rules, new immigrant eligibility limits and higher state cost-sharing requirements. An analysis by Boston Indicators estimates about 40,000 adults in Greater Boston could face stricter work rules that now extend to age 65 and narrow exemptions for parents. As of July 2025, nearly 579,000 Greater Boston residents received SNAP, with the highest participation
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- Vocational school demand surges in Massachusetts, leaving thousands on waitlists - CBS Newson September 4, 2025 at 11:03 am
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- Family feud tearing billion-dollar supermarket chain apart heads to mediation as siblings jostle for control
on September 3, 2025 at 9:20 pmThe Demoulas family, who run Market Basket - a beloved New England grocery store chain - is set to start mediation Wednesday between a Arthur T. Demoulas and his three sisters.
- Furious Cape Cod lawmaker demands plans to change flag and seal of nation's birthplace be scrapped
on September 3, 2025 at 8:42 pmA Massachusetts lawmaker is outraged the state's flag, seal and motto are set to be replaced in a woke push to erase so-called 'offensive' symbols of white supremacy and oppression.
- Homeowner alleges insurer secretly spied on her, then denied renewal
on September 3, 2025 at 1:19 pmThe practice is becoming increasingly common across the US, but lawmakers are beginning to fight back.
- Neighbor realizes he unwittingly helped murderer dispose body after being told it was 'hockey mannequin', police say
on September 2, 2025 at 7:53 pmChristopher Caron (pictured), 42, was charged with murder after he allegedly tricked his neighbors into helping him move a dead body by telling them it was a 'hockey mannequin'.
- Wealthy Martha's Vineyard locals furious over plans to raise prices of one of the only links to the mainland
on September 2, 2025 at 3:02 pmOutraged residents of the ritzy coastal enclave are fighting back after learning ferry fares from the island to mainland Massachusetts may see a stark increase.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to face questions Thursday after recent CDC shakeups
on September 4, 2025 at 10:35 amHealth and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to answer tough questions from senators following his controversial decisions regarding CDC leadership and vaccine policy changes.
- 17th-century painting allegedly stolen by Nazis during World War II recovered in Argentina
on September 4, 2025 at 10:34 amThe painting was sought as part of an investigation into an alleged theft committed during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands during World War II.
- First day of school for thousands of Boston Public Schools students
on September 4, 2025 at 10:22 amBoston Public Schools students are returning to class on Thursday as the new school year gets underway.
- The NFL is finally back. Here are 5 things to know ahead of kickoff
on September 4, 2025 at 10:05 amThe NFL is back at long last, and we are going to be treated to 16 games over four days to start the season.
- Wake Up Call from WCVB Sales Department
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- The case against a seven-story building behind Fenway's Green Monsterby WBUR on September 1, 2025 at 1:36 pm
Writer Jason Schwartz tells WBUR's Morning Edition that the project will ruin the Green Monster's magic.
- On Katrina anniversary, Mass. emergency management experts reflect on how to prevent a disaster here
by WBUR on August 29, 2025 at 10:28 pmIt's not too late to get ready for a natural disaster, emergency management experts say. More local resources, mitigation plans and federal support can help stave off the worst when disaster strikes.
- New England murder mystery book takes inspiration from The Great Gatsbyby WBUR on August 29, 2025 at 12:22 pm
Author Meg Mitchell Moore joins WBUR's Morning Edition to talk about "Mansion Beach."
- Boston police chief routinely rejects disciplinary recommendations by oversight board
by WBUR on August 29, 2025 at 12:22 pmThe Boston Office of Police Accountability and Transparency, launched in response to protests following the police murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, has so far sustained 18 citizen complaints and has proposed varying levels of discipline. But public records show Police Commissioner Michael Cox has routinely flouted even modest disciplinary recommendations.
- B-52s legend Kate Pierson finds a new groove on the Cape
by WBUR on August 28, 2025 at 12:40 pmRenowned for her vibrant style and powerhouse vocals with the B-52s, Kate Pierson is now drawing fresh inspiration from the wild beauty of Cape Cod. Between touring, solo gigs, and rock-collecting walks on the beach, Pierson finds joy — and new music — in her lush garden and the ocean views.
- Floyd Patterson Band set to perform in Springfield's Forest Park
by Ashley Shook on September 4, 2025 at 11:00 amThe Floyd Patterson Band will be performing a free concert at Forest Park Amphitheater on Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Public schools in western Massachusetts kick off new academic year
by Emma McCorkindale on September 4, 2025 at 10:52 amThe back-to-school season is nearing its end as students return to the classroom.
- Governor Maura Healey issues vaccine order amid turmoil
by Nick Antonakas on September 4, 2025 at 10:11 amStates across the country are taking vaccine protocols into their own hands as faith in federal recommendations wanes.
- Franklin County Fair set to begin with Greenfield road closures ahead of parade
by Ashley Shook on September 4, 2025 at 10:00 amThe Franklin County Fair is set to take place in Greenfield from Thursday to Sunday.
- Powerball jackpot jumps to $1.7 billion
by Addy Bink on September 4, 2025 at 9:57 amSince May 31, there have been 41 straight drawings without a big winner.
- The state is cracking down on 'junk fees' starting today. Here's what you can expect
by Maryjane Williams on September 2, 2025 at 12:00 pm<p>Massachusetts will ban hidden “junk fees” beginning Tuesday, requiring businesses to advertise the full cost of goods and services — including fees — upfront and provide clearer billing and cancellation disclosures.</p>
- A lawsuit claims a lack of training and negligence led to the death of a Springside Rehabilitation patient following a fall from a mechanical lift
by Greg Sukiennik on September 1, 2025 at 1:00 pm<p>The civil action, filed in Berkshire Superior Court on Aug. 1, names the facility and its owner, Bane Care Management LLC, and CareerStaff Unlimited LLC as defendants in a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the estate of the late Theresa Marie Pfister.</p>
- 'The work will never be done.' Community remembers loved ones lost to overdoses during Pittsfield memorial service and candlelight vigil
by Dylan Thompson on September 1, 2025 at 9:00 am<p><span id="docs-internal-guid-6d89d1e8-7fff-83ac-d833-16e0eb549ea9"><span>On Sunday night, over 30 people gathered for Living in Recovery’s fourth annual Overdose Memorial Service & Candlelight Vigil at The Common and Park Square. The event was held to honor those lost to overdose and in observance of International Overdose Awareness Day.</span></span></p>
- 'Jaws' at 50: The blockbuster that changed movies — and still echoes in the Berkshires
by Dylan Thompson on August 30, 2025 at 9:00 am<p><span id="docs-internal-guid-1b8a89e1-7fff-2767-6bdc-5f2716afaf99"><span id="docs-internal-guid-1b8a89e1-7fff-2767-6bdc-5f2716afaf99">A two-note theme composed by John Williams terrified audiences who saw Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws” on June 20, 1975 — and 50 years later, its effect lingers. So too does the menace of that giant, made-for-Hollywood shark. </span></span></p>
- ‘Be not afraid’: Berkshire Catholic schools reflect on Minneapolis tragedy, emphasize safety and faith
by Talia Lissauer on August 29, 2025 at 9:00 am<p>The first day of the new school year for most of Berkshire County’s Catholic schools was tainted by tragedy, when two young kids were killed in a shooting during a back-to-school Mass in Minnesota.</p>