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Amphibian Lovers Help Frogs, Salamanders Cross The Road In Littleton

Scientists and amphibian fans spent their evening helping frogs and salamanders cross the road so they can safely migrate back to their vernal pools and reproduce. WBZ's Madison Rogers reports:

Boston Getting Ready For This Year's Mother's Day Walk For Peace

A new theme has been announced for this year's "Mother's Day Walk for Peace" in Boston. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Katz Bagel Bakery In Chelsea, Home Of The Pizza Bagel, Celebrates 85 Years

A bagel shop in Chelsea, where the “pizza bagel” was invented, is celebrating 85 years in business. WBZ’s Carl Stevens paid them a visit.

Future Lawyers Test Their Skills At Boston's High School Mock Trial

Gann Academy took on Pioneer Valley Performing Arts School in South Hadley in a product liability case at the Great Hall in Faneuil Hall. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports:

Bill Aims To Make Cookies & Cream Ice Cream Official Flavor Of Mass.

At the moment, Massachusetts does not have an official state ice cream flavor. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Marlborough Students Helping Redesign Solomon Pond Mall

Students at a private school in Marlborough are getting real world experience, helping to redesign a dying mall in the area. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Red Sox Show Off Renovations, New Clubhouse At Fenway Park

The Red Sox will open the season in style in the confines of a swanky new clubhouse. WBZ's Mike Macklin got a sneak peak.

Malachy's Saloon Is Latest Location For Matt Damon, Casey Affleck Film

Filming continues for a new movie starring Matt Damon and Casey Affleck. This time the pair are taking over a saloon in Quincy. That's where we find WBZ's James Rojas.

Creative Collective Builds Bridge Between Creators And Local Leaders

Leaders and businesses coming together on the North Shore. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy explains.

Cambridge Ranked As Nation's Best City To Live In

It turns out the best city to live in America is right in our backyard. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Bank Of America Replaces John Hancock As Boston Marathon Sponsor

The Boston Athletic Association is announcing a new partnership for the Boston Marathon. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Longtime Ipswich Substitute Teacher Wins 'Most Inspirational' From Students

His students say just seeing him at the front of the classroom when they come in brings a feeling of joy. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports.

Brockton Dedicates Bench On Anniversary of Gov't Center Garage Collapse

The family of Peter Monsini of Brockton unveiled the bench honoring him at D.W Fields Park on Sunday afternoon. The bench faces a pond and reads, "In memory of Peter Monsini, Brockton Pete." WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports:

Fatal Dennis House Fire Takes Life Of Two People And A Dog

Just before 7 a.m., Dennis firefighters got reports of smoke coming from a two-story duplex at 3 Niblick Road. WBZ's Tim Dunn reports:

Jurassic World Dinosaur Experience Is Heading To Massachusetts

Tyler Hubbard, a Tewksbury native, coordinated the Jurassic World Live Tour, which is set to make its debut in Boston and Worcester soon. WBZ's Tina Gao reports:

New Englanders Could Catch A Glimpse Of Five Planets Aligning At Sunset

Jupiter, Mars, Venus, Mercury, and Uranus will be aligning giving stargazers a chance to see planets that are typically more difficult to see. WBZ's Shari Small reports:

Mass Shooting Survivors, Activists Protest Gun Violence On Boston Common

Nearly 100 people gathered at Parkman Bandstand on the Common this afternoon to call for an end to gun violence. As WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports, the "Stand for a Safer Tomorrow" rally was attended by survivors of some of the nation's most deadly school shootings.

Boston Underground Film Festival Celebrates The Weird, Wild Side Of Cinema

Underground and underway. WBZ's Mike Macklin is in Cambridge for the annual film festival at Brattle Theater.

WBZ's Tina Gao Speaks With Career Coach Rita B. Allen

WBZ'S Tina Gao spoke with Rita Balian Allen, founder and president of Rita B. Allen Associates. Rita helps people advance their careers, especially during the pandemic.

Receipts At Major Store Chains Contain 'Toxic' Chemicals, Report Says

A study shows a toxic paper trail that starts at the checkout counter. WBZ's Shari Small explains.

Massachusetts Veterinarian Shortage Reaches 'Crisis' Levels

Have you tried to get your pet in to see a vet lately? If so, you may have had some trouble getting in. WBZ's Shari Small has more.

Police Warn Of Threat Of Fentanyl Mixed With Xylazine

Police departments around Massachusetts are being warned about a potentially deadly new trend in fentanyl trafficking. The US Drug Enforcement Agency says the new drug has already hit the streets in the Bay State. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe spoke with a local police chief about the situation.

Somerville To Install Public Toilets After Demand For More Bathrooms

It’s a problem we can all identify with: When you get the urge to use the bathroom in public and there's no place to go. WBZ's Mike Macklin is in Somerville with more.

Westwood Elementary Students Voting On New School Name

It's a lesson in civics for some elementary school students in Westwood. They're voting in an official school election to choose the name for their new school, which is being built. The students' two current schools are being consolidated. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Salem Genocide Studies Center Helping Educate Local Students

Antisemitic incidents are hitting record levels in Massachusetts. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy has more on the important work of one center on the North Shore.

New England Aquarium Brings Back Atlantic Harbor Seal Experience

A fan favorite experience is returning to the New England Aquarium in Boston. WBZ's James Rojas tells us how you can come face-to-face with a harbor seal.

The Most Common Last Names In Massachusetts, According To Ancestry.com

Stop And Smell The Roses At Attleboro's 25th Annual Flower Show

The show's theme is Songs of Spring-Nature's Music and features seven local florists and nurseries. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

Two South Shore "Refilleries" Work Toward Zero Plastic Waste

Customers at Four Corners Supply Company, in Hanover, and Z.E.R.O Refills, in Cohasset, bring their own containers and get a refill of the products they need. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports:

Chelsea Residents Concerned: Tobin Bridge Falling Paint Chips Contain Lead

One environmental justice non-profit said the state has been trying to rush efforts to address the problem and remediate issues linked to the chips after getting the samples tested. WBZ's James Rojas reports:

Poll: New England Accents Rank Among Most Misunderstood In Nation

Rhode Island was ranked to have the number one most confusing accent to people that live outside the U.S. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Dress To Impress: Interviewees Wear Threads Of Salem State's Career Closet

The event had over 1,500 pieces of clothing in all different styles and sizes. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports.

Animal Rescue League Boston Has Pups Up For Adoption On National Puppy Day

The ARL's Boston, Dedham, and Brewster sites have more than a dozen puppies and plenty of adult dogs that are looking for forever homes. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports.

Local Women Engineers Inspiring Young Girls At Annual Nitsch Event

Local women engineers are inspiring a young generation of girls to enter the male-dominated field. WBZs Shari Small was at today's annual event open to middle and high school girls.

'Hey Sam' Crisis Support Line Uses Texting To Help Young People In Need

A one year old crisis support line uses a different approach. It's been successful so far, but funding for it in the 2024 state budget is in jeopardy. WBZs Shari Small has more.

Grand Opening For Eastie Farm's New Geothermal Greenhouse

A new greenhouse powered entirely by geothermal energy is said to be the first of its kind, and it's located in East Boston. That's where we find WBZ's James Rojas with more.

WBZ's Carl Stevens Joining Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall Of Fame

WBZ NewsRadio's Carl Stevens will be inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame!

Plymouth's White Horse Beach Doubles Its Parking Ticket Fines

Beach season is only a couple of months away, but parking tickets at White Horse Beach are getting much more expensive. WBZ'S Jim MacKay has more:

Animal Control In Norfolk Area Warning Drivers To Watch Out For Beavers

Animal control officers in several towns south of Boston are asking drivers to slow down on roads near waterways. That's because there have been a number of beavers hit by cars recently. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

After-Hours Skate: Cambridge Hockey Moms Strap On Gear, Hit Ice Themselves

"Hockey for Hockey Moms!" classes happen every Tuesday night to offer adult women the chance to work on their skating technique, stick handling, and knowledge of game rules. WBZ's Carl Stevens reports.

Legionnaires Outbreak Linked To New Hampshire Campground

'Great Wave' Takes Shape At Museum of Fine Arts Boston With Hokusai Exhibit

WBZ's Carl Stevens reports.

Boston Police Look Into Man's Serious Injuries On Winter Street

Officers arrived to Winter Street Friday night to discover a man who was suffering from life-threatening injuries. WBZ's Mike Macklin reports.

Safety Devin McCourty Retires From Patriots After 13 Years In New England

WBZ's Brian Antonelli reports.

'boSTONER Tour' Passes Experiences Of Boston's High Life In Tye Dye

There are more ways to tour the City of Boston besides duck boats. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports.

Former Legal Seafoods CEO Debuts Online Lobster, Fish Meal Delivery

Roger Berkowitz says costs of eating out at restaurants are up 30 to 40 percent, and that recent evidence suggests more consumers are eating at home. WBZ's Mike Macklin reports.

Boston Beekeepers Urge City Officials To Relax Keeper Requirements

If the rule changes pass, beekeeping would be under the jurisdiction of the city's inspectional services. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Ban On Selling Guinea Pigs Is On The Table For The City Of Boston

Banning guinea pigs is on the table for the City of Boston, or at least the sale of them. WBZ's James Rojas has that story.

Peabody Essex Museum Exhibit Telling 'Salem Stories' Beyond Witchcraft

From A to Z, there's a lot more to Salem than just witches and Halloween. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy has more on a creative exhibit.

With Start Of Spring, Allergy Season Begins In Massachusetts

The Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America ranked Worcester in its top 30 worst places to live with allergies. WBZ's James Rojas has more: