Boston Man Accused Of 2011 Killing In Rhode Island: Patch PM

Also: Pirate skeletons found in Cape Cod shipwreck | U.S. Attorney in Boston quits | Guy Fieri's Massachusetts ghost kitchen | More

Braintree Police Raise $1,200 For Child Cancer Charity

Between Devri Boston, the Braintree police, Weymouth and Quincy police department​ $6675 was raised for Lucy’s Love Bus.

Not So Super: Sunday Storm Looking More Likely | Patch PM

Also: Exit signs along Route 128 are getting a new look — and new numbers | Government eyeing local GameStop stock trader | More.

Braintree Opens Coronavirus Vaccine Site At Town Hall: Patch PM

Also: Boston City Council votes to ax mayoral special election | Market Basket coffee consumers think they have grounds for lawsuit | More

State Getting Back On Track After Uneven Nor'easter: Patch PM

Also: Uber buying Boston-based booze delivery service for $1.1 billion | No bail for man charged with attacking State Trooper | More

Braintree Hires 2 New Police Officers

Officers Kevin St. Ives and Christopher Dominguez were sworn in by Mayor Charles Kokoros during a private ceremony at the police station.

Teen Shows 'Exceptional Courage' Saving Little Sister: Patch PM

Also: State Moves To Address ‘Very Frustrating’ Vaccine Rollout | Historic Boston mayoral race just getting started | More

Braintree Teen Honored For Saving Younger Sister

Jack McDonough's fast action during a medical emergency ensured that his 9-year-old sister got the care she needed.

Norfolk County Are You Ok Program Saves Braintree, Quincy Seniors

Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott encouraged seniors to sign up for the free, potentially life-saving program.

Braintree High Ditching Gendered Graduation Gowns: Patch PM

Also: Moulton to vets: Skip state vaccine program | Schilling 'mentally done' with hall of fame quest | More

Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund Open For Braintree

BELD said the fund will help families who don’t qualify for federal or state assistance with the payment of their home energy expenses.

Braintree Public Library Holding Book Drive

Do you have any old books around the house you no longer need? If so, consider donating them to the Thayer Public Library in Braintree.

Braintree Hosting Winter Walks To Promote Physical, Mental Health

Safely enjoy some exercise and some socially distanced conversation with Town Councilor Meredith Boericke and your Braintree neighbors.

Woman Helps Feed Families During Pandemic: Braintree Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

Community Rallies Around Braintree Family Who Loses Home In Fire

Braintree residents raised more than $21,000 for a family that lost their home in a Christmas morning fire.

Braintree Celebrates Life Of Late Recreation Director Nelson Chin

Braintree Recreation Director Nelson Chin, 66, died Friday, Dec. 18 due to complications with the coronavirus.

Winter Solstice 'Christmas Star': When To Look Up In Braintree

Such a close conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn hasn’t occurred since 1623. The Ursid meteor shower peak coincides with the solstice.

Braintree Mourns Loss Of Recreation Director

The Braintree Recreation Department announced the death of Nelson Chin on Saturday.

Braintree Recreation Hiring Summer Camp Counselors, Lifeguards

Beginning Monday, Jan 4, applications for seasonal employment with the Braintree Recreation Department will be available.

Marge Crispin Center Calls For Toy Donations As Holidays Near

The center is in need of toys for boys and girls between ages 8 and 11.

Braintree Police Team Up To Support Veterans As Winter Arrives

Each winter bucket contains a winter coat, cold weather gear, snacks, a mask and hand sanitizer.

Patch Food Drive In Norfolk County: Give To Feeding America

The Patch Holiday Food Drive is raising money for Feeding America and the food banks, pantries and meal programs in Norfolk County.

Charity Dinner Planned To Benefit Braintree Families In Need

The socially distant dinner will replace the annual Christmas party and raise money for the Marge Crispin Center.

Holiday Shipping Deadlines Are Approaching In Braintree

Here are the deadlines in Braintree to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.

Braintree Hosting Children's Pajama Drive For Residents In Need

All pajama donations will benefit the Marge Crispin Center to help Braintree kids in need.

Braintree Police Holding Drive-In For 'Fill A Cruiser' Drive

The drive is collecting gift cards instead of toys this year to lessen the risk of spreading the coronavirus from many people touching toys.

Braintree Teen Makes Hundreds Of Masks For Veterans, Children

Mayor Charles Kokoros met with LouAnna Kelly, 13, to honor her work making over 200 masks for Braintree veterans, children and seniors.

99 Closing 2 Restaurants, More Closures To Come: Patch PM

Also: South Shore officials rally against MBTA ferry cuts | 2 Medfield kids run a coat drive | Mexican restaurant coming to Patriot Place.

Tell Patch About Your Favorite Local Charities In Braintree

Braintree nonprofits have been hard hit in 2020 by the coronavirus pandemic. Help Patch highlight the work of your favorite local charity.

Braintree Woman Advances In National Baking Competition

Melanie Anderson received the most votes in her group and is one step closer to her dream of owning a bakery in Braintree.

Braintree Hosting Food Drive For Residents In Need

All food donations will benefit the Marge Crispin Center to help Braintree residents in need.

Braintree Woman Competing In National Baking Competition

Braintree resident Melanie Anderson hopes to win the "Greatest Baker" competition, so she can use the prize money to open her own bakery.

Woman Accused Of Running Over Boyfriend With Car: Patch PM

Also: Coronavirus temporarily closes two gyms | Two arrested in connection to fatal shooting | Addiction treatment center sued for fraud.

Man Killed In Crash Outside Blue Hills: Patch PM

Also: State Rep. debate coverage | Truck rolls-over, spills asphalt On I-495.

Bakery Fined For Violating Child Labor Laws: Patch PM

Also: Town councilor wants colleague removed from committee over Facebook post he said demeans veterans | Lord and Taylors closing stores.

Braintree Announces Events For Senior Fitness Week

All events during Senior Health and Fitness Week will take place outdoors and implement social distancing.

Braintree PD Joins Pink Patch Project For Breast Cancer Awareness

In October, pink is the new blue.

9 Firefighters Contract Coronvirus: Patch PM

Also: Emergency shutdown at Weymouth gas plant | Cape restaurant with 40-year history closes | Spooky movie drive-in opens at Patriot Place.

High School Principal Placed On Leave: Patch PM

Also: Parents 'disappoint' Milton superintendent | Cape teacher on leave, out on bail | Police look for suspect in fatal hit-and-run | More

Braintree Listed Among Money's Best Places To Live In 2020

The 50 Best Places To Live offer great jobs, safe streets and homes you can really afford, according to the new ranking.