Should Kids Under 12 Get The Coronavirus Vaccine? Take Our Survey

FDA approval for vaccinating kids between the ages of 5 and 11 could come as early as this month. Patch wants to know readers' thoughts.

Ex-Police Union Head Charged In Federal OT Probe: Patch PM

Also: Near-historic Powerball swells to even higher heights; Facebook, Instagram down; Arlington residents on "Survivor"; More.

Powerball Prize Swells, Now 8th-Largest In Lottery History

There was no jackpot winner in Saturday night's drawing, but a ticket sold at a downtown Boston convenience store won $1 million.

No High School Sports Vaccine Order Across MA 'At This Time'

The MIAA Board of Directors this week voted instead to "highly recommend" coronavirus vaccinations for eligible student-athletes.

State Troopers Search For Missing Abington 22-Year-Old

Multiple nearby towns have come to assist in the search for the man last seen near a state park.

MA Town-By-Town Coronavirus Stats: Declines In All Metrics

With nearly seven in ten Massachusetts residents fully vaccinated, the latest wave of coronavirus cases is on the decline.

Suspect In David Ortiz Shooting Killed In Dominican: Patch PM

Also: Senate panel deadlocked on Rollins nomination; Gunmaker leaving MA for gun-friendlier pastures; A 30-year cold case is cracked; More.

Billions of Robocalls, Spam Calls, Texts Flood MA In Early 2021

A new report from RoboKiller shows more than 40.1 billion spam calls have cost people in Massachusetts and others more than $325 million.

Draconid And Orionid Meteors To Light Skies Over Massachusetts

The “Finlay-id meteor shower” won’t be visible in the skies over Massachusetts, but it offers an interesting lesson about comets.

Stink Bugs In MA: How To Stop Them Before They Smell Up Your Home

Brown marmorated stink bugs, which have been detected in Massachusetts and 46 others, are trying to crawl into your house for the winter.

Smith & Wesson Leaving Massachusetts For Gun-Friendlier State

The gun manufacturer is leaving after nearly 170 years due to what it says are unfavorable firearm conditions in Massachusetts.

Mysterious Salmonella Outbreak Strikes MA: What We Know

The cause of the outbreak remains unknown, but it has already sickened 10 MA residents. Here's what we know about Salmonella Oranienburg.

Spotted Lanternfly Infestation Found In Central Massachusetts

For the first time in Massachusetts, a small infestation of spotted lanternflies has been found in Fitchburg.

Drastic Increase Of Deadly Pills Sparks Public Safety Alert: DEA

The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning of an 'alarming increase' in fake prescription pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Massachusetts received ‘F’ for fiscal health

According to Truth in Accounting's new Financial State of the States report

Massachusetts Extends School Mask Mandate

Schools that prove an 80 percent vaccination rate or higher will be exempt from the mandate, DESE said Monday.

MA Powerball Players Hope To Get Back On Top 10 List

Saturday night's drawing is $523 million, the 10th-richest Powerball prize in history.

State Police Must Get Vaccinated After Judge Denies Challenge

The decision leaves unvaccinated troopers just days to get their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine or face potential disciplinary action.

MA Town-By-Town Coronavirus Stats: Positive Rate Declines Further

The death rate continues to rise gradually, but other metrics indicate the latest wave may be waning.

Boston Beer Co. Unveils Batch of Ultra-Potent Utopias |Eat Mass

South Shore bar pizza goes to South Boston|Watertown market Russo's closes|Somerville's What the Fluff? Festival| Openings, Closings, More

#InvestInWaterMA campaign backs water, sewer work

Growing coalition includes major life sciences, commercial real estate, engineering, utility construction, and water-sewer groups

MCAS Scores Slump In Test's Return To Schools: Patch PM

Also: Disgraced ex-Fall River mayor sentenced to six years for crimes of corruption, concerning details in Green Line crash report and more.

What Canada’s election means for New England, trade

New England-Canada Business Council offers free webinar Wednesday at noon with top university experts

MCAS Results Show Slide In Scores During Pandemic

Scores in math and English language arts slumped compared to 2019, which is the last year the standardized test was administered.

Racist Taunts Alleged During High School Football Fight: Patch PM

Also: MA native wins big at Emmys | Police sergeant charged with OUI | Mask mandate hits another major city | More.

1,420 Coronavirus Cases Reported In MA School Year's First Count

Over 250 school districts, education collaboratives and approved special education schools reported coronavirus cases Thursday.

Deadly Texas Nightclub Shooting Suspect Arrested In Massachusetts

Police say the man wanted in connection with a deadly nightclub shooting earlier this month is in custody.

Boston's Hub Hall Embraces Local Flavor | Eat Mass

Plus: Treasured fall festivals return | Workers at Cambridge café​ to form union | Andover luncheonette lives | Openings, closings | More

MA Town-By-Town Coronavirus Stats: Over 2/3rds Fully Vaccinated

The rate of coronavirus hospitalizations rose again, after briefly leveling off. But the positive test rate remains steady at 2.3 percent.

Mom Calls 911 Over Son's Criminally Bad Haircut: Patch PM

Local tree loss a big CO2 problem | Phantom Gourmet takes over popular foodie neighborhood | Fire chief has an award-winning side gig | More

Mass Schools Ranked Among 2022's Best Colleges: U.S. News

New rankings from U.S. News & World Report evaluate colleges based on factors such as graduation rates, student excellence and more.

National Guard Called To Get MA Kids To School: Patch PM

Also: Man dies from apparent fall through MBTA stairs | Northborough fire victim identified | Salem to welcome back Halloween fans | More.

Massachusetts Honors 9/11 Victims At JFK Library

Officials read the names of the 206 Mass. residents killed in the attack and presented the annual Sweeney Award for Civilian Bravery.

MA Town-By-Town Coronavirus Stats: Hospitalizations Level Off

Nearly two-thirds of the state's population is now fully vaccinated, the third-highest proportion of any U.S. state.

No Vaccine Required For Patriots Season Opener: Patch PM

Also: Gas leak shuts down Wakefield school | Boston 9/11 tribute vandalized | Crumb rubber flood in Wayland | More.

What could Canada’s election mean for New England, U.S.?

New England-Canada Business Council hosts expert insider preview webinar event on Wednesday, Sept. 15

Make water infrastructure top ARPA funds priority, UCANE urges

Utility contractors association urges Massachusetts Legislature to invest in critically important water, sewer, and stormwater projects

Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards Honor Local Eateries | Eat Mass

Plus: Outdoor eating areas at Patriot Place | New pasta at Formaggio Kitchen| Clambake comes to Clink | Openings, Closings| More

New Suspect In Capitol Riot With MA Ties Identified: FBI

The FBI released photos of a man who they say assaulted federal officers. He was seen wearing a shirt with the name of a Massachusetts gym.

Remembering 9/11 Victims From Massachusetts 20 Years Later

Massachusetts residents who died on 9/11 will be among those memorialized at services across the country on the attack’s 20th anniversary.