Here's the Healthiest Place to Live in Mass.|Increased Security in Wake of NY, NJ Bombs|What IS Cold Brew Coffee?: PM Digest

Massachusetts City Named Fifth-Healthiest Place to Live in Country
In Money Magazine's list of the healthiest places to live, this city comes in at fifth.

Du Et Des: Remembering A Giver

Patch regional editor Mike Carraggi reflects on losing a local journalist who wrote his story in ink.

Are You a Writer? Then Patch Wants You!

Have a compelling idea? A story to tell about yourself or your town? Share it through Patch.

Cold Brew Coffee is All The Rage. But What is It?
One Massachusetts coffee shop is all in on coffee's latest trend.

State Police: Enhanced Security, But No Connection to Person of Interest in NYC, NJ Bombing
In the wake of explosions in New York and New Jersey, police are enhancing security for public transit and Thursday's Patriots game.

Another Gronk in New England?

The team reportedly worked out Rob Gronkowski's little brother.

Salem Announces October Road Closures, Parking Restrictions

Another Halloween season is nearly upon us. The city has outlined planned road closures for the month.

Boston Police Head Turned NYPD Commissioner Retires Amidst Echoes of Boston Bombing

William Bratton left one day before an improvised explosive device rocked Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood.

Do You Know This Man? Armed Robbery Reported at Bank in Foxborough

Police are searching for a person who robbed the Sharon Credit Union on Route 140 Monday afternoon.

Boston Ranked 'Best City For Book Lovers'

We have the most bookstores per person and a great library lending system, according to the national ranking.

Plane Struck by Lightning, Diverted to Logan: Report

WHDH reports the plane was headed to Bermuda, but rerouted to Boston.

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