Simon Youth Foundation, established in 1998, supports 23 Simon Youth Academies in 13 U.S. states that give at-risk students the same education they would receive in a traditional classroom.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Toys for Tots is a U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Program.
Do your Christmas shopping hyperlocally.
A floral portrait of Braintree's Chris Duffy will be part of the Donate Life float in the Rose Parade Jan. 1, 2014.
The motto of the Craft Beer Cellar: "We are interested in amazing beer from small breweries, and all that entails."
Patch has partnered with GoFundMe and is helping to highlight worthy campaigns in local communities.
The one-year pilot program is set to begin in the spring.
Father Bill's & MainSpring is dedicated to ending homelessness in Southeastern Massachusetts.
The Fords lost their home to a fire Monday morning.
Lace up those skates, it’s the season to hit the ice.
The Braintree family lost their home to a fire Monday morning.
The fire significantly damaged the Pearl Street house Monday morning.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
MacDonald's crime novel The Charlestown Connection was released in August 2011. His second, Beyond the Bridge, was released last summer.
The Dickens Festival is known for its fun atmosphere, unique gifts and quality, handmade merchandise.
Do you volunteer during the holidays? Year round?
Part of our 2013 holiday guide.
The Braintree students, in grades six and seven, quickly told their parents after they found the wallet last month.
An Army veteran and former Braintree police officer, Frederick Leo was honored Monday night.
Donating a coat is a great way to help a neighbor this holiday season. We'll help you find coat drives near you.
Bake sale and raffles this weekend to support the parish.
The event will be at the Braintree Sons of Italy Hall.
The Mayor's Holiday Spectacular has discounts on plays, concerts and other holiday-themed events.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
Abraham Lincoln delivered the the Gettysburg Address on Nov. 19, 1863.
That’s OK, we have some of them right here for you.
Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital is a licensed 168-bed acute facility located on Pond Street.
Take part in commemorating Lincoln's address 150 years after it was delivered.
The Braintree students, in grades six and seven, quickly told their parents after they found the wallet.
The Braintree students found the wallet last month and it was brought to the police station.
On Veterans Day, Veteran Recruiting will host a virtual job fair with dozens of employers participating nationwide.
Make A Difference Day is a national day of helping others, a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors.
Veterans across Massachusetts need your help.
In observance of Veterans Day 2013, these restaurants are offering a free meal to those who have served our country.