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2+ day, 6+ hour ago   (297+ words) Dozens of beaches in Massachusetts are closed on Friday, just as the weekend arrives. As of late Friday morning, there were 50 beaches closed across the Bay State, according to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health's interactive beach water quality dashboard....

3+ hour, 30+ min ago   (1321+ words) Jason Arday. CREDIT: University of Cambridge Jason Arday’s resignation from the University of Cambridge has brought renewed attention to the British sociologist, whose career and personal story had made him one of the most prominent Black academics in the United…...

4+ day, 39+ min ago   (498+ words) LOWELL — A UMass Lowell professor who prepares students to pursue teaching careers has been recognized for her exemplary work with one of the University of Massachusetts system’s highest honors. Sumudu Lewis, a clinical professor in the university’s School of Education,…...

4+ day, 19+ hour ago   (1597+ words) Ever get that feeling a single meal can hit harder than a plane ticket and a passport stamp? In New Bedford, Massachusetts, that idea comes to life at a Portuguese restaurant that feels like a direct line to the Old…...

22+ hour, 1+ min ago   (97+ words) Boston optioned Burgos to Triple-A Worcester after Saturday's matchup with the Athletics, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports. After being called up Friday, Burgos will head back to Worcester after two appearances with the big-league club. The 27-year-old pitched a…...

5+ day, 20+ hour ago   (1745+ words) Some drive-thrus just get you food. This one in Missouri gets you something closer to a ritual. In a world where fast food is usually about speed and forgetfulness, this roadside stop in Springfield flips the script by turning a…...

13+ hour, 37+ min ago   (176+ words) A fatal stabbing Friday afternoon in Springfield has led to an arrest, and police said the suspect’s vehicle may also be connected to a fatal hit-and-run that occurred the night before. Police said the stabbing happened around 2 p.m. Friday, Aug....

20+ hour, 8+ min ago   (83+ words) The readers choice awards for Springfield to vote for your favorite food, places and people that make Springfield and Clark County great. Best of Springfield 2026: It’s the final week to vote The Best of Springfield awards contest is brought…...

3+ day, 14+ hour ago   (587+ words) Torchbearer Jason Arday carries the Olympic Flame on the Torch Relay leg between Sutton and Merton, in London, July 23, 2012. Credit: AP/Joe Giddens LONDON — A British sociologist who became famous as the youngest Black professor ever at the University of…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago   (334+ words) The Department of Justice has closed its investigation into the city of Worcester after a federal investigation previously found the police department engaged in "outrageous government conduct," "excessive force," and "sexual misconduct" by officers, the city said Friday The DOJ…...