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Two Boston officers injured during South End larceny suspect arrest
Two Boston police officers were injured while arresting a larceny suspect in the South End on October 18, 2026.
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Boston Radio Host Retires After 47 Years
A Boston radio veteran is retiring after a 47‑year career, having been a familiar voice for almost five decades.
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Ann Michael Maye appeared at a North Andover Market Basket on October 18, attracting a sizable crowd.
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New Photo Released in Unsolved 1982 New Hampshire Murder
A previously unseen photo of a 20‑year‑old murder victim from 1982 was released in New Hampshire on October 19, 2026, as investigators seek fresh leads.
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Boston Resident Identifies Grandparents in 1983 News Clip
A Boston resident identified his grandparents in a 1983 WCVB news video after it was posted online, prompting the discovery.
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Faneuil Hall Landlord Drops Over $2 Million Rent Lawsuits
The Faneuil Hall Marketplace landlord dismissed multiple lawsuits against seven tenants that had alleged over $2 million in unpaid rent and fees. The suits…
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A Massachusetts nurse introduced a yearly gardening program for hospital patients to bolster emotional wellbeing, joining broader efforts to use gardening for…
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Developer Sues Over Dorchester 754‑Unit Tower Project
Copper Mill sued a landowner and alleged partner over a dispute involving a 754‑unit, two‑tower development in Dorchester, citing attempts to remove the…
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Nor'easter Expected to Hit Coastal Massachusetts Later This Week
A developing nor'easter may affect coastal Massachusetts and southern New England later this week, bringing daytime highs in the upper 50s to low 60s and…
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AI and robotics may revive Cambridge office space
Newmark’s report predicts AI and robotics will boost demand for Cambridge office space, which currently has a 25% vacancy rate.
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Massachusetts Students Join National AI Regulation Walkout
Ten Massachusetts colleges are joining a national student walkout on Oct. 20, 2026, to demand government regulation of AI.
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Fall River Firefighters Honored for Gabriel House Rescue
Forty‑five firefighters received medals for rescuing 53 people from the July 2025 Gabriel House fire, which killed ten and injured dozens. The ceremony took…
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Woman Rescued After Trapped Under Red Line Train
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Massachusetts Early Voting Begins Oct. 18, Runs Through Oct. 30
Massachusetts started early voting on Oct. 18, continuing through Oct. 30, to allow voters to vote before the Nov. 3 election.
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MG2 Development proposes 35‑unit apartment at Waldemar Ave
MG2 Development filed a proposal with the Boston Planning Department for a five‑story, 35‑unit apartment building with 18 parking spaces at 295 Waldemar…
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MBTA Raises Orange Line Speed to 55 mph After Track Upgrades
The MBTA has raised Orange Line train speeds to 55 mph between Assembly and North Station after completing track upgrades.
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No Kings Coalition Launches Statewide Voter Action Day
The No Kings Coalition shifted a Boston rally to a statewide day of action on Oct. 17, 2026, aiming to boost voter participation across Massachusetts.
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Republican Lt. Gov. Candidate Halts Campaign After OUI Arrest
Republican lieutenant‑governor nominee Shawn Oliver suspended his campaign following an OUI arrest in New Bedford on Oct. 17, 2026.
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Boston Braces for 54°F Sunday High, Clouds Monday
Boston will see a high of 54°F on Sunday, followed by cloudy weather Monday and milder conditions Tuesday.
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MBTA Delays Full Red Line Car Delivery Past 2027
The MBTA says the complete set of new Red Line cars from China will be delivered after 2027, after previous targets of 2023 and 2027 were missed.