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Congressman Jim McGovern Plays Principal For A Day At Uxbridge High School

Mass. Congressman Jim McGovern serves as principal for the day on Monday at Uxbridge High School to honor National Principals Month.

Bostonians React To A Complaint Over Christmas Tree Put Up Before Halloween

A Boston resident left a 311 complaint about a Christmas tree on display before Halloween. While some residents agree with the sentiment, most believe the complaint was too much.

Big Futures Mentoring: Revere High School And Big Brother Big Sister Pair Up

Revere High School freshmen meet new mentors for the Big Futures Mentoring program, partnering with Big Brother Big Sister Eastern Massachusetts.

Fans Remembering Massachusetts Native Matthew Perry

Harvard Taking Action To Confront Anti-Semitism

‘Taxachusetts’: Mass. Ranks 46th In Tax Competitiveness, Dropping 12 Spots

According to a recent ranking on tax competitiveness, Mass. now ranks 46th in the country, dropping 12 spots from 2022.

1740s Lottery Ticket, Washington Love Letter On Display At Boston Book Fair

World history collides at the Hynes Convention Center to give the public opportunity to hold, inspect, and even buy artifacts this weekend. WBZ's Jay Willett checks it out.

Natick Couple Using Halloween House To Collect Food Donations

There are lots of houses with great Halloween decorations, but one in Natick draws attention for a good cause. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville explains.

Boston's Union Janitors Vote To Authorize Strike If New Deal Is Not Reached

Boston’s downtown custodial workforce threatens to go on strike. WBZ's Mike Macklin reports.

'Women Build Boston' Convention Celebrates Union Tradeswomen

Construction is still a male-dominated profession, but women have made a big dent in the industry with women now making up more than 14 percent of construction workers. More than a thousand of them are gathered at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center this weekend. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

Boston University's Pumpkin Drop Returns After 4-Year Hiatus

For the first time since 2019, dozens of pumpkins filled with things like whipped cream and ketchup were pushed off BU’s Metcalf Center for Science and Engineering. WBZ’s Suzanne Sausville reports on the 16th annual Pumpkin Drop.

Catit Teams With Somerville's Black Cat Rescue To Help Felines Find A Home

Black cats can't seem to catch a break. The superstition that they're bad luck has followed them since medieval times. This weekend, a cat food and accessory store is teaming an animal rescue to try to get as many black cats adopted as possible. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

LPGA Announces Inaugural FM Global Championship To Be Held At TPC Boston

A new ladies' golf tournament will be debuting in Massachusetts next year. The announcement was made at the 521 Overlook at Fenway Park. That's where we find WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe.

Boston Bruins Honor Victims Of Maine Mass Shooting

Massachusetts' Old Sewers Face New Climate Challenges

Lawmakers on Beacon Hill are considering legislation aimed at addressing concerns over Combined Sewage Overflows in Massachusetts. WBZ NewsRadio's Chaiel Schaffel reports.

Dedham Sub Shop Thriving Post-Pandemic

Airbnb Using AI To Help Prevent Destructive Halloween Bashes

Boston's Ancient Relics And Artifacts Have A New Home

Moose On The Loose Is Safely Relocated From Ludlow Backyard

The Historic Pipe Organ At Boston's Old North Church Gets A Tune Up

Stefan Maier showed up to Old North Church on Tuesday for his 100th tuning of the iconic organ. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

The Arc Of Massachusetts: Advocacy For Families At A Pivotal Time

In the 1990s, Mary Lou Maloney, former program manager of Family to Family, worked with aging parents who feared for the future of their disabled adult children. WBZ NewsRadio's Shari Small reports.

Is Massachusetts Zen? One Report Finds It's One Of The Most Relaxed States

The Bay State recently made the top five list for the most relaxed states in the nation. WBZ's Kyle Bray reports:

BOSTON RELAXED

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Even Locals Can't Get This Town's Name Right

Mysterious Cambridge Flyers Promote Noise Reduction Ideas

Commuters Vexed By Traffic 'Rush Hours' Now Around-The-Clock

Renaming Boston's Faneuil Hall To Be Discussed By City Council

Blink-182 Is Coming To Fenway Park Summer 2024

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Jury Finds Logan Clegg Guilty Of Killing New Hampshire Couple

A jury has found Logan Clegg, 27, guilty of killing a New Hampshire couple out on a walk last year. WBZ's Nichole Davis has more:

Efforts Underway In Boston To Make Streets Safer

Boston Art School Celebrates 150 Years With Help From The Public

CreatedBy Festival Immerses Kids In STEM At Boston Children's Museum

The fifth annual CreatedBy Festival challenges kids of all ages to imagine themselves as engineers, artists, and scientists, discovering all things STEM. WBZ's Jay Willett takes a tour.

Bear Caught On Camera Chasing Pembroke Woman's Goats Around Yard

Two goats in Pembroke are lucky to be alive after being chased by a bear, and the whole thing is caught on the owner’s surveillance video. WBZ’s Suzanne Sausville reports.

Wu, Pressley, Campbell Lend Voices To Talking Statues At Women's Memorial

The bronze statues of the Boston Women’s Memorial along the Women’s Heritage Trail can now talk, thanks to a QR code that brings their voices to life. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

USS Constitution Celebrates Its 226th Birthday In Charlestown Navy Yard

A birthday celebration in Charlestown for a US Navy Warship with a proud history. WBZ's Mike Macklin reports.

Author Peter Reynolds Turning Dedham Bank Into Creative Space For Teachers

A famous author and illustrator from Massachusetts is giving back to the teachers who work so hard to educate our young people. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Plymouth English Teacher Surprised With $25,000 Milken Educator Award

A teacher at Plymouth North High School gets the surprise of a life time. In front of the entire school, which had no idea what was going on, she’s honored with the $25,000 national Milken Educator Award. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

Thousands Of Rowers Hit The Water For 2023 Head Of The Charles Regatta

It's a rowing reunion for thousands of athletes participating in the annual Head of the Charles Regatta. WBZ's James Rojas is at the finish line in Bosotn with more.

Local Program Publishes Hundreds Of Kids' Books Written By Kids

A local program is helping kids become published authors. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers has the story.

Local Program Turns Kids Into Published Authors

A program out of Needham has published hundreds of kids books ... written by kids. WBZ NewsRadio's Madison Rogers has the story.

Residents Beware: Spotted Lanternfly Infestation Reported In Wellesley

Crescent Ridge Dairy In Sharon Already Selling Eggnog To Meet Demands

'Tis the season for leaf peeping, cider sipping, and pumpkin picking, but for one dairy farm south of Boston, they're already starting to sell a Christmas classic. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Library Restaurant in N.H. Blames Ghosts For Setting Off Alarm

The Library Restaurant in N.H. had their alarm set off on Monday night and they believe it might have been due to paranormal activity.

'I'm Breaking It': Residents React To MIT, Amazon Studying Workplace Robots

Amazon and MIT are partnering to study how robots affect the workplace and workers. Bostonians do not seem to like the idea of an automated world.

New Program Helping Boston Homeowners Renovate And Expand

Boston Unveils New And Improved 2-1-1 HelpSteps Program

Tales From The Tomb Under Boston's Old North Church

More College Students Than Ever Living Substance-Free

Fatal Teen Driver Crashes Highest In Mass. Since 2008

According to AAA Northeast, there were 49 fatalities in teen driver-involved crashes, encouraging parents to talk to their teens about driving safety.

How Often Do Cambridge Residents Think About The Roman Empire?

Is the Roman Empire on your mind a lot? Some people say it is. WBZ's Kyle Bray reports: