18 MA Beaches Closed Due To High Bacteria Levels

The number of Massachusetts beaches closed due to high levels of bacteria has stayed consistently high this week.

Ayer Bar Giveaway Takes Shape, Celtics Cocktail: MA Food Week

A Massachusetts bar owner plans to give away the space for free. When it could happen, plus more from around the state this week.

More Severe Weather In MA Expected As Heat Wave Exits

After a round of strong thunderstorms Thursday night, severe weather will return Friday with heavy rain expected.

Celtics Parade, JoynerFest, Hardy, 'Shrek' Rave: MA Weekend Events

Plus: An annual ice cream festival in Natick, Mdou Moctar plays Boston and a special summer solstice event at World's End.

Former MA Senator Dean Tran Charged With Obstruction Of Justice

After a federal indictment on fraud charges in late 2023, former state senator Dean Tran is now being charged with obstruction.

Celtics Championship Deals, Specials, Merch Pop Up In MA: Cheap Eats

Deals on lobster, a specialty cocktail, free merch and an update on the Boston-Dallas barbecue wager.

MA Passes New Law To Prevent Sexual Abuse And Exploitation

Massachusetts is one of the last states in the U.S. to outlaw using sexually explicit images, including "deepfakes," without consent.

How Patriotic Is MA? 4th Of July Ranking About More Than Flag-Waving

MA ranks low among the states with the most military engagement, but around the middle of the pack when it comes to civic engagement.

MA Seeks Help Saving Sea Lampreys, AKA 'Vampire Fish'

Sea lampreys resemble the chestburster from "Alien," but they are an important part of the Massachusetts ecosystem that need protection.

Thunderstorms Possible In MA On Hottest Day Of Heat Wave

There are heat advisories and air quality alerts in Massachusetts today ahead of possible storms Thursday evening.

Massachusetts 911 Outage Caused By Firewall, Officials Say

The statewide 911 interruption started around 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and lasted about two hours, Massachusetts officials said.

911 Restored In Massachusetts After Statewide Outage

Massachusetts residents lost 911 access for about two hours on Tuesday afternoon.

3 Found Dead In Wilbraham, Residents Should Avoid Scene: Reports

The deaths were reported near a home in Wilbraham, multiple outlets said.

Spotted Lanternflies Are Back: What To Do If You See Them In MA

These voracious eaters feed on about 100 plant and tree species.

Home Insurance Rates Spiking: See Impacts In Massachusetts

A record number of insured natural disasters around the world in 2023 pushed rates up, including in the Bay State.

MA Woman Buried Alive Under Thousands Of Pounds Of Dirt Shares Story

The accident occurred in August 2021, when Ashley Piccirlli, then 32, was packing gravel around a sewer pipe when suddenly the wall caved.

Juneteenth 2024 In Massachusetts: What's Opened, Closed?

Plus: A few Juneteenth events happening across the Bay State this week.

MA Heat Wave: New Temperature Predictions Released

Some parts of Massachusetts will see heat indices rise above 100, while remaining relatively cool closer to the ocean.

June’s Full Strawberry Moon Ushers In Summer: When To See It In MA

The full moon will light up a sizzling end to the week across New England.

22 MA Beaches Closed For Swimming Due To High Bacteria

The number of closed beaches in MA has fluctuated since the season began, but saw a huge surge last week and has only continued to climb.

Celtics Watch Party, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie: MA Events This Week

Plus: Pete Davidson's "Prehab Tour" stops at the Cape Cod Melody Tent this week.

MA Heat Wave: Advisories, Warnings Comes With 100+ Temperatures

Some parts of Massachusetts could see heat indices rise as high as 110 during a heat wave set to begin Tuesday.

Even More MA Beaches Closed For Swimming Due To High Bacteria

The number of closed beaches has gone up and down, but surged significantly between Wednesday and Thursday and climbed even more by Friday.

MA Free Swimming Lessons: Registration Starts For DCR Program

Parents can begin registering swimmers for free lessons Monday. The state will run three two-week swimming programs this summer.

Whip Clark Slams GOP for Undermining National Defense With Extremism

Whip Clark Slams Republicans for Undermining National Defense With Extremism

Whip Clark Statement on Supreme Court Bump Stock Decision

Whip Clark Statement on Supreme Court Bump Stock Decision

Maine Beer, Boston Harbor Hotel Partner For Summer Pop-Up: Cheap Eats

Boston Harbor Hotel and Maine Beer Company have partnered up to bring back Brewer's Alley for the 2024 summer. Here's when it opens.

Whip Clark Slams GOP Assault on Reproductive Freedom

Whip Clark: “ Are We Going To Choose Extremism or Are We Going To Choose Freedom?”

Kelly's Roast Beef Expands, Welch's Moves Headquarters: MA Food Week

Plus: A beloved strawberry festival on Cape Cod returns while the food and drink operations at Dan'l Webster Inn are put on pause.

Celtics Watch Party, Niall Horan, The Kid Laroi: MA Weekend Events

Plus: Pixies, Modest Mouse and Cat Power team up for a concert at the Xfinity Center and Trombone Shorty plays Leader Bank Pavilion.

Thunderstorms Coming To MA: National Weather Service

Thunderstorms will be possible all afternoon Friday into the nighttime hours, forecasts show.

$1 Family Movies Coming To Regal Theaters In MA This Summer

Regal Cinemas are among those offering the summer deals.

20 MA Beaches Closed Due To Excessive Bacteria Levels

The number of closed swimming beaches across the state jumped from eight Wednesday to 20 Thursday.

Record High Temperatures Forecast In Massachusetts

New England may break record high temperatures when a real heat wave begins Tuesday, forecasts say.

Whip Clark on Supreme Court’s Decision on Abortion Medication

Whip Clark Statement on Supreme Court’s Decision on Abortion Medication

MA Counties With Most Affordable Home Prices: New Data

A home is generally considered affordable if payments on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage don’t exceed 30 percent of pretax income, NBC says.

Whip Clark: “House Democrats Are Demanding Better This Father’s Day.”

Whip Clark: “House Democrats Are Demanding Better This Father’s Day.”

'Second Largest Fish In The World' Spotted Off MA Coast

A local fisherman shared a video of a large basking shark swimming underneath his boat at 5:30 a.m. Tuesday.

Biggest Drop In MA Opioid Overdose Deaths Seen In 2023: DPH

Overdose deaths peaked at over 2,300 in 2022, but over 200 fewer died last year — even with the arrival of a new deadly drug combination.

Store Closures Surge In MA: See List Of Retailers Shutting Doors

While some businesses already have plans to close Massachusetts locations, the fate of some others is still in the air.