Children and their Parents Needed for Paid Research Study on Child Emotion Regulation Strategies

Children and their Parents Needed for Paid Research Study on Child Emotion Regulation Strategies and Parent-Child Relationships

Deadly Drug Disguised as Candy Spreading Across Country

Local police are warning parents to watch out for "flakka," which can cause paranoia, "excited delirium" and death, even in small amounts.

Tsarnaev Juror Speaks Publicly About Death Penalty Decision

A juror in the trial of the Boston Marathon bomber says he would not have voted for the death penalty if he knew many opposed the decision.

Boston SafePlace: Support for Survivors of Suicide Loss

Samaritans' peer support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide will be meeting this evening at the Samaritans office.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace Sponsors St. Anthony's Feast

Fourth Year Supporting the Biggest Feast in New England

Possible Mass Shooting Averted, Meteotsunamis, Gas Leaks, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, one local school community apologizes for a resident who flies a confederate flag near a high school.

Boston Among America's Worst Cities for Retirees

WalletHub recently looked at 150 of the country’s largest cities for its "2015 Best and Worst Cities to Retire" report.

Map Reveals Nearly 2,000 Gas Leaks Across Boston

Thousands more potentially damaging natural gas leaks have been pinpointed across Massachusetts; legislation to fix the problem is pending.

Samuel Adams Night of Funk: Samuel Adams' One-Of-A-Kind Kosmic Mother Funk Grand Cru, Released For A Limited Time Only

The 2015 Kosmic Mother Funk Grand Cru Tasting Tour Will Kick Off At the Samuel Adams Boston Brewery and Travel to 20 Cities

Hero Dies in Fire, Top High Schools, 'Super Lice,' And More: MA Patch This Week

Plus, were Boston Olympics organizers hiding the true cost from the public? And an amazing video captures a truck slamming into a bridge.

Officer Struck, Smoke Delays T, Trump Responds, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, it's truck vs. bridge. Watch the amazing video.

Smokng Cables Cause Severe Delay at South Station

Passengers are asked to avoid the area, and take the commuter rail to JFK/UMass instead.

South Shore Habitat for Humanity and radius financial group, inc. Break Ground for Duxbury Build on Wednesday, August 26

Local Town Officials and Supporters Commence 56th Habitat Home Build

Trump Responds to Suspect's Claim He Inspired Attack on Homeless Man

"We need energy and passion, but we must treat each other with respect," Trump tweets after homeless man's beating.

Boston Police Reveal Name of New K-9 Puppy

Welcome to the force, Viggo! The department unveiled the name of its newest fury friend on Friday morning.

See What Farmer's Almanac Says About Upcoming Winter

The Old Farmer's Almanac has made its predictions, and it's not pretty for New England.

Your South End Weather: Rain, Thunderstorms All Weekend?

The good news is temperatures will drop, as will pollen counts.

Mutated 'Super Lice,' Boston Cop Arrested, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, a suspect invokes Donald Trump's name after allegedly beating and urinating on a homeless man in a T station.

Last Hope K9 Rescue to host 3rd annual gala to benefit local rescue dogs

Last Hope K9 Rescue to host 3rd annual gala to benefit rescue dogs. Enjoy a sponsored bar, three course meal, live band, and auctions.

BREAKING: Jimmy Carter Says Cancer Has Spread To Brain

The former president held a press conference Thursday in Atlanta.

National Braille Press Receives Grant from People's United Community Foundation of Eastern Massachusetts

NBP to utilize grant to promote “Great Expectations” program

Mutated 'Super Lice' Invade Massachusetts

As kids go back to school, something worse than homework and detention awaits many of them.

Getting Baby from Breast to Bottle

Trouble getting your baby to accept a bottle? Here are some helpful tips to help with the transition.

Thousands of Boston Students Still Don't Know Where They'll Go To School

Superintendent Tommy Chang said a software glitch has forced employees to assign students to different schools by hand.

Organization Oasis: 5 Steps to the Perfect College Pad

By: Cornerstone Real Estate

Chess Lessons at #TheLounge

Join us Saturday afternoons for FREE novice and intermediate chess lessons at Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

Billiards Tournaments at The Lounge

Thursday, August 27th Join us after work on Thursdays in August for fun and informal, single-elimination billiards tournaments.

Ashley Madison Data Leak Includes Boston City Hall Workers

Of the millions exposed in the love affair site hack, some can be traced to government offices in Massachusetts.

Blitz Chess Tournament at Faneuil Hall

Wednesday, August 26th We’re bringing a little friendly competition to the chess area at The Lounge.

Reebok CrossFit Back Bay

Free CrossFit at Faneuil Hall Marketplace!

'Trump-Inspired' Beating Puts Homeless Man In Hospital

Two brothers are being held after allegedly beating and urinating on a homeless man in a T station. "Donald Trump was right," one said.

Boston Police Officer Arraigned for Alleged Domestic Assault and Battery

Patrick McCarthy, 35, was arraigned Wednesday in Lowell District Court on a charge of assault and battery on a household member.

Boat Explodes, Grenade Detonated, Sex Offender Alert, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, several local high schools are among the best in the country, and a Massachusetts woman is the first transgender White House staffer.

After Spike in Violence, Boston Relaunches Gun Buyback Program

The BPD will give out $200 Visa gift cards to those who participate in the gun buyback program.

Beating the Odds: Top Schools That Succeed Despite Inequality

Schools are spread across the country. None in Massachusetts made the list.

Massachusetts High Schools Ranked Among Nation's Top 500

Nineteen schools in the commonwealth made the list, and Dover-Sherborn cracks the top 20 in the country, according to Newsweek's rankings.

South Boston SafePlace: Support for Survivors of Suicide Loss

Samaritans' peer support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide will be meeting this evening at South Boston's Labouré Center.

Seal vs. Shark Battle, Manhole Explosion, Marathon Bomber Wants New Trial: MA Patch Today

Boston 2024's lowballed estimates, teens charged after police chase, Northeastern University fined, makeshift toilets at Jimmy Buffet show.

Pack a Backpack School Supply Drive at CambridgeSide - NOW through August 23

Join CambridgeSide in helping to fill up school backpacks for the children of the East End House.

Report Reveals Boston 2024 Organizers Drastically Underestimated Costs

Organizers underestimated the cost for construction for hosting the 2024 Olympic Games by as much as $970 million.