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Thousands Attend Funeral For Fallen Waltham Police Officer Paul Tracey

Waltham said goodbye today to a fallen hometown hero, and was joined by law enforcements from far and wide. WBZ's Kendall Buhl reports.

Author James Patterson Gifts $500 Holiday Bonuses To Independent Booksellers

Workers at hundreds of independent bookstores around the country just got a holiday bonus from a best-selling author. WBZ's Madison Rogers spoke with one of the participants.

Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe Wins Best Flavor In The Northeast

There's another trophy on the mantle for a North Shore ice cream parlor. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers has the scoop.

Helping North Shore Seniors Stay Safe In The Digital Age

A new business on the North Shore aims to help seniors take on the digital age and avoid scams. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers reports.

New Accolades For North Shore Ice Cream Parlor

A North Shore ice cream parlor just hit the jackpot. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers reports.

North Shore Woman Helps Seniors Avoid Scams

A North Shore banker has made it her mission to help seniors avoid scams. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers has the story.

Milton Has A Grinch, And He's Available For Parties And Events

A Milton man has an interesting side hustle. The father of three has been spreading happiness and hugs, dressing up as the Grinch who stole Christmas. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Swampscott Swats Down Proposal For Pickleball Courts At Phillips Park

A pickleball battle plays out in Swampscott, dashing the hopes of some local players. WBZ's Madison Rogers explains.

Massachusetts Residents Get A Head Start On Holiday Travel

Shrewsbury Residents Come Together To Replace Destroyed Menorah

Rabbi Shmulik Fogelman of Chabad of Shrewsbury said town residents raised enough money to replace the menorah in just a few hours on Monday. WBZ's Chaiel Schaffel reports:

ImprovBoston Closes Doors After More Than 40 Years In Theater

The organization announced that it cannot fiscally keep the program running, and that classes will wind down with an ending show. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Harvard Oversight Board Backs President Claudine Gay With Unanimous Support

Harvard's President will remain in her job. WBZ's Drew Moholland reports.

State Lawmakers Host Gold Star Families For Christmas Tree Dedication

A poignant Christmas tree dedication at the statehouse today, to pay tribute to Bay State service members who gave their lives in service to the country. WBZ’s Kim Tunnicliffe was there.

Hundreds Of Harvard Faculty Sign Letter Backing President Claudine Gay

Hundreds of Harvard University faculty members sign a letter backing school President Claudine Gay, as she faces calls to resign over her testimony at a Congressional hearing on antisemitism. WBZ NewsRadio's James Rojas reports.

Wenham Museum Embraces Traditional Icelandic Book Flood For First Time

WBZ's Jay Willett reports.

Santa Arrives In Style At Annual North End Christmas Parade

Santa Claus literally landed in the North End today for the annual North End Athletic Association’s Christmas Parade. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

Grievances And Muffin Tops: It's A Festivus 5K For The Rest Of Us In Salem

Runners ring jingle bells all the way down seaside streets of the Witch City this weekend, proving Halloween is not their only trick in the hat. WBZ's Jay Willett is there.

Travis Manion Foundation Holds Tailgate Fundraiser At Army-Navy Game

Before the Army-Navy Game at Gillette Stadium, 3,000 people are putting the tailgating fun to good use, raising more than $100,000 for an organization that serves veterans and their families. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

State, Federal Officials Cut Ribbon On New Veterans Home In Chelsea

Federal and state officials marked the opening of a new soldiers home in Chelsea. WBZ's Mike Macklin reports.

Historic Berry Tavern Sign Found In Danvers Archives Is Back On Display

A piece of history has been returned to a historic restaurant in Danvers, as we hear from WBZ's Carl Stevens.

Local Charities Benefit From 'Giving Machine' At CambridgeSide Mall

There's a shiny new vending machine at the CambridgeSide Galleria, and it doesn't dispense a thing. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers explains.

Local Business Bingo Draws Merrimack Valley Shoppers

Small businesses in North Andover are hoping to draw in holiday shoppers after what's been a hard year for many. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers reports.

Charity 'Giving Machine' Opens at CambridgeSide Mall

It looks like a vending machine, but it's dispensing charity. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers reports from the Cambridgeside Galleria.

North Andover Boosts Local Stores With Holiday Bingo

Shopping local has extra perks in North Andover this holiday season. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers reports.

MA Joins List Of States Affected By Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak

A salmonella case puts Massachusetts on the map of states affected by a deadly salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupe. WBZ's Jay Willett reports:

Hanukkah Takes On Special Significance This Year

Employees Hoping Their Holiday Time-Off Requests Get Approved

Salem Pantry Delivering Food To People In Need

Massachusetts Among States With Lowest Drunk Driving Rates

MassDOT Requests $1.06 Billion For Sagamore Bridge Replacement

The bridge has stood for nearly 90 years across the Cape Cod Canal. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports.

Hanover Bee School Teaches Residents About The Hive

President Biden Visits Boston On Campaign Fundraiser Run

The president was greeted on the tarmac by Gov. Maura Healey and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. He will cap off the day with a concert by James Taylor at the Shubert Theater in Boston. WBZ's Mike Macklin has more:

Harvard, MIT Presidents Testify Over Concerns About Antisemitism

The presidents of Harvard University, MIT, and the University of Pennsylvania testified on Capitol Hill Tuesday over concerns about rising antisemitism on college campuses since the Israel-Hamas War began. WBZ NewsRadio's Carl Stevens reports.

Cambridge Target Locks Away Alcohol After Spike In Shoplifting

The Target in Cambridge's Central Square is locking up its alcohol aisle after a recent spike in shoplifting. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Natick's Casey's Diner Lands On List Of America's Best Classic Diners

Casey's Diner in Natick has been serving up food to loving customers for over a hundred years and now its getting some national recognition. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Boston Ranks 4th In Worst Driving Cities

Residents Create Edible Neighborhood For The Home for Little Wanderers Gingerbread House Contest

Robots Duke It Out In The 'Pyramid Of Pain' At MassDestruction

Lehrhaus In Somerville Earns Accolades On “Authentically Jewish” Vibe

From the modern Jewish-fusion menu, to the tractates of the Talmud lining the walls, to the Lactaid gumball machine in the stairwell — the “tavern and house of learning” puts the Chosen People front and center.

Beverly Cancels New Year's Eve Celebration Due To Lack Of Interest, Funding

A holiday tradition falls by the wayside on the North Shore. WBZ's Madison Rogers explains.

Burlington Tops List Of Best Mass. Suburbs With City-Like Living

Burlington seems to be a place to be for those looking for a suburban area with an urban vibe. WBZ's James Rojas is there with that story.

Preventing Holiday Gift-Buying From Becoming Post-Holiday Debt

Chinatown YMCA Opens Its Day Time Doors For Migrant Families

Army And Navy Football Teams Meet For Media Day Ahead Of Foxboro Game

The big game isn't until December 9th, but Army and Navy coaches and players are gathered at Gillette Stadium today for Media Day. They're being treated to lunch and a lot of questions from reporters. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Boston Mayor Wu Says City Is Ready For Winter

Volunteers At Logan Prepare Care Packages For Overseas Military Members

Dozens of volunteers are hard at work at Logan Airport putting together packages for men and women serving overseas. WBZ's Carl Stevens reports.

Bruins Players Go Holiday Shopping For Kids In Need

From the ice to the aisle... The Boston Bruins team up to buy holiday gifts for kids in need. WBZ's James Rojas is at the Target in Watertown with more.

Massachusetts Announces New Climate Change Plan

Melrose Non Profit Supporting Local Artists

Logan Airport's 'Puk' Is One Of TSA's Choice For 2024 Calendar