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Alicia Silverstone to Preview Clueless Reboot at Boston Screening
Alicia Silverstone previewed the Clueless reboot at a Boston screening on October 18, 2026, promoting her New England visit and the film’s revival.
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MassDOT to Begin West-East Rail Upgrades in 2027
Construction on the West-East Rail upgrade in Springfield begins in 2027 to separate freight and passenger train movements, as part of a broader rail…
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Windy, Chilly Conditions Expected Across Massachusetts Saturday
A sudden cooling and increased wind will make Saturday windy and chilly across Massachusetts.
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Massachusetts Early Voting Begins Today Statewide
Early voting opens statewide today with weekend hours, allowing voters to cast ballots before the Nov. 3 election under state law.
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Fall River Firefighters Receive Medals for Gabriel House Rescue
Forty‑five Fall River firefighters received bravery medals on Oct. 16 for rescuing 53 people during the July 2025 Gabriel House fire that killed 10.
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Woman Rescued After Trapped Under Red Line Train
A woman trapped under a Red Line train at JFK/UMass station was rescued conscious and taken to hospital after MBTA power was cut and emergency crews intervened.
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MG2 Development proposes 35‑unit building in East Boston
MG2 Development submitted a plan for a five‑story, 35‑unit building at 295 Waldemar Avenue in East Boston, with the Boston Planning Department reviewing the…
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Doctor Details Lung Screening as Pope Leo Recovers
Dr. Lecia Sequist explained lung‑cancer screening guidelines and highlighted the benefits of early detection while noting Pope Leo’s recovery from surgery.
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Two Women Shot in Hyde Park, One Critical
A shooting in Hyde Park injured two women, one of whom is in critical condition.
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No Kings protests and Vote Early events debut in Boston
Hundreds of No Kings‑organized protests and Vote Early events took place in Boston on October 17, 2026, to boost participation as Massachusetts starts early…
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HGTV Calls Massachusetts Home New England's Scariest House
HGTV named a Massachusetts home the Scariest House in New England on its series, where host Retta toured four haunted properties.
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NH Governor Moves to Suspend Libertarian Party's X Account
New Hampshire’s governor is requesting suspension of the Libertarian Party’s X account after a deleted post threatened violence against Alex Simpson.
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Man Charged with Assault in Women’s Locker Room Appears in Court
A man charged with assaulting multiple individuals in a Planet Fitness women’s locker room in Massachusetts will appear in court on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026.
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Nonprofit Formed to Honor Mother and Son Killed in Rink Shooting
A nonprofit was created on October 16, 2026 to honor a mother and son killed in a shooting at the Pawtucket hockey rink.
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Firefighter and Resident Injured After Skateboard Battery Ignites
A firefighter and a resident were injured when a lithium‑ion skateboard caught fire in a Somerville apartment on October 15, 2026.
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Boston Girl Returns Home After 10-Month Cancer Battle
A Boston child, age seven, left the hospital on Oct. 16 after ten months, having achieved a third cancer remission.
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Astronomers Spot First Green-Star in Boston
On October 16, 2026, Boston astronomers reported the discovery of the first green-appearing star, a white dwarf used to study stellar evolution.
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MBTA delays 2027 Red Line train delivery after customs hold
The MBTA says the 2027 deadline for new Red Line trains will be missed due to a federal customs detention that stopped production.
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Three Massachusetts Officials Get Suspicious Letters, FBI Investigates
Three Massachusetts elected officials received unopened suspicious letters in October 2026, leading to a combined FBI and Postal Service investigation.
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Wheelchair-Bound Kitten Gelato Adopted in Boston
Gelato, a foster kitten using a homemade wheelchair, was adopted in Boston after gaining viral online attention.
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Windy, Chilly Saturday Brings Showers to Boston
Saturday in Boston will be windy and chilly, with rain showers expected across the area.
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MG2 Development proposes 35‑unit apartment building in East Boston
MG2 Development submitted a proposal for a five‑story, 35‑unit apartment building with 18 parking spaces at 295 Waldemar Avenue, awaiting review by the Boston…
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State Police Union Denies Misconduct Culture After Debate Query
The union denied allegations of a misconduct culture after a debate question, issuing a statement on October 15 to defend the Massachusetts State Police.
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Debate Over Question 3 Highlights Election Competition Divide
A Boston debate on October 14 examined Question 3’s proposal for all‑party primaries, with experts from Harvard and Voter Rights MA highlighting its role in…