The Local Sunset
Boston · Friday, October 2, 2026 · 6:00 PM local · 19 min
Rundown
Every item in this broadcast, in order.
- ABoston water main bursts near South Station, crews work to restore trafficUniversal Hub
- AChicago woman sues Dunkin' over sugar in 'zero' energy drinksUniversal Hub
- AReward Offered for Stolen Puppy in BrocktonBoston.com
- ATen New Green Line Cars Arrive in Newton for TestingBoston 25 News
- ABoston Hospital Nurses Announce Planned Strike DateWCVB
- BUSPS to Temporarily Close Fields Corner Post Office on Oct. 26Universal Hub
- BDriver crash kills one, ruptures gas line at Boston hospitalUniversal Hub
- BKennedy Center Honors Move to Capital One Arena for First TimeBoston 25 News
- BPolice and EMS respond to suspected swatting at Maynard High SchoolBoston 25 News
- BMassachusetts Reports 12th Human West Nile Case, High Risk Across CommunitiesBoston 25 News
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Boston Water Main Bursts Near South Station, Crews Restore Traffic
A 16‑inch water main broke near South Station on October 2, leading to a water shut‑off and traffic disruption. Crews filled the hole and plan weekend repairs,…
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USPS to Close Fields Corner Post Office Oct. 26
The Fields Corner post office will close temporarily on Oct. 26 as the U.S. Postal Service seeks a new location after its lease ends, with the city approving a…
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Warm Friday Expected with Possible Afternoon Showers in Boston
Friday will be warm in Boston with a potential afternoon storm, reflecting typical early October weather in the region.
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Boston Woman Sues Dunkin' Over Sugar in 'Zero' Energy Drinks
Phyllis C. Wells sued Dunkin' Brands in Boston federal court, saying its Zero energy drinks are falsely advertised as sugar‑free because they contain allulose.…
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Driver Crash Kills One, Triggers Gas Leak at Boston Hospital
A driver’s crash into a bench at Faulkner Hospital killed one person, ruptured a gas line and forced evacuation of the nearby Belkin House and the hospital.
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Boston Council Approves Emergency Aid for Nubian Square Businesses
The Boston City Council unanimously passed an emergency resolution on October 1 directing city departments to aid businesses damaged by the six‑alarm fire at…
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Reward Offered for Stolen Puppy in Brockton
A puppy stolen from a truck in Brockton has prompted a reward for tips on its recovery, reflecting a common practice among pet owners.
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Kennedy Center Honors Move to Capital One Arena
The 2026 Kennedy Center Honors will be held at Capital One Arena, the first time the ceremony moves from its traditional Kennedy Center venue.
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Ten New Green Line Cars Arrive in Newton for Testing
Ten new Green Line cars arrived in Newton for testing, supporting the MBTA's $816 million rail fleet modernization initiative.
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Police and EMS Respond to Suspected Swatting at Maynard High School
Maynard police and EMS responded to a false emergency call at the high school on Oct. 2, 2026, which is being treated as a swatting incident.
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Brigham and Women's Nurses Set Date for Strike
Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses, backed by the Massachusetts Nurses Association, have announced a strike date. The strike will involve staff employed at…
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Massachusetts Announces 12th Human West Nile Case, Risks Remain High
Massachusetts confirmed its 12th human West Nile case, with high risk persisting in over a dozen communities. The virus spreads via mosquitoes and is tracked…
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