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BREAKING: Boston Globe editor and former COM journalism chair Brian McGrory ends leave of absence, announces he will not return to BU
2+ hour, 50+ min ago (408+ words) Former journalism department chair Brian McGrory announced he will not be returning to Boston University’s College of Communication, following an extended leave of absence to continue his role as editor of The Boston Globe. After serving as editor of the…...
Lawrence police make 2 arrests in separate rape cases, including 2009 cold case
9+ hour, 56+ min ago (80+ words) The Lawrence Police Department said Thursday it has made arrests in two separate rape cases, including one dating back to a case nearly two decades ago. Matthew Lawrence, 37, was arrested in connection with the 2009 rape case on Wednesday. The Lawrence…...
Springfield teachers union raises concerns over return to school following cyberattack
10+ hour, 11+ min ago (72+ words) Springfield Public Schools officials are working to restore district operations following a major cyberattack that forced schools to close this week, but the teachers' union says educators still have questions about what may have been compromised. Springfield Public Schools officials…...
Springfield promotes veteran leaders in police department
10+ hour, 16+ min ago (44+ words) The Springfield Police Department promoted five officers to new leadership roles during a Promotional Pinning Ceremony held at the Springfield Elks Lodge. The Springfield Police Department promoted five officers to new leadership roles during a Promotional Pinning Ceremony held at…...
El Gran Combo Plays Boston Block Party Sept. 12
2+ hour, 19+ min ago (311+ words) El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico will headline a free block party Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m. at Summer Street Plaza in Downtown Crossing. The program will also feature DJ ArmandoTheTruth and Johnny Giraldo of Salsa y Control, according to Embrace Boston....
Oʻahu’s Leeward Coast community continues to rally after Lowell
15+ hour, 2+ min ago (70+ words) The community continues to rally and support Lowell-impacted residents on Oʻahu’s west coast. One of the storm's largest impacts for the Leeward Coast community was power outages that affected homes and food supplies at stores. The community continues to rally…...
Erving, Mass. Motel Shooting: DA to Release Findings
2+ hour, 48+ min ago (332+ words) A shooting occurred at the French King Restaurant & Motel in Erving, Massachusetts, Wednesday night, leaving an out-of-state homicide suspect dead after Massachusetts State Police troopers and local officers encountered him at the rural roadside property. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots during…...
ICE Detains Two Near Newton District Court, City Hall
2+ hour, 48+ min ago (225+ words) That web page was not a last-minute addition. The City of Newton launched a dedicated online portal for immigrant rights and resources in August, according to the Newton Beacon, which reported on the page and on City Council discussions. Thursday's…...
Massachusetts ranked 13th happiest state in the U.S., new study finds
15+ hour, 21+ min ago (86+ words) A new study found that Massachusetts is one of the happiest states in the country. According to a new report from WalletHub, the state ranked 13th in the U.S. The rankings were determined by the physical health of residents living in the…...
Leeward Oʻahu residents clean up after Hurricane Lowell
3+ hour, 14+ min ago (234+ words) Wai‘anae resident Teresa Salva, 68, shovels sand in the parking lot near Makua Valley Road and Farrington Highway. On Tuesday, parts of the highway strip on the Leeward side of O‘ahu were closed after Hurricane Lowell, with sand and…...