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Byfield mourns loss of beloved greenhouse worker
Susan Sforza Nico was killed in a crash at the Byfield Greenhouse and Garden Center.
Jif recall handled poorly, says man with salmonella symptoms
According to the FDA, the peanut butter may be contaminated with salmonella.
COVID-19 in Massachusetts: Latest developments
Get the latest COVID-19 related news updated throughout the day.
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Missing mother found dead in recycling bin at Medford home
The body of 61-year-old Barbara Novaes was found by police inside a recycling container under her porch.
CDC: Massachusetts Monkeypox patient had contact with 200 people
The CDC said they are tracking 200 contacts connected to the monkeypox patient at Massachusetts General Hospital.
2 New England destinations make "best places to visit" list
Boston and Bar Harbor were recognized as the top destinations for vacationers.
Magnitude 2.2 earthquake recorded in New Hampshire
Did you feel it?
Non-profit's literacy coaches help kids raise reading levels
Literations is matching older, volunteer literacy coaches with young children to improve their reading skills.
Massachusetts gas prices stay at record high, but diesel drops
Gas prices in Massachusetts stayed stuck at a record high of $4.73 a gallon Tuesday, but diesel continues to drop
Fire breaks out at newly renovated hotel in Newport
A newly-renovated hotel in Newport, Rhode Island went up in flames on Monday night.
Barnstable Police issue warning of possible date-rape drug use
Barnstable Police say they have recently received several reports of people who feel like they have been drugged at local bars.
Overheated lawnmower may have caused massive fire in Methuen
The home, which is located on Woodburn Drive, is considered a total loss.
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State Representative wants schools to allow mental health days for students
A bill introduced before the pandemic would allow two excused absences for mental health days.
How social emotional learning builds skills to help kids improve their mental health
Students are learning strategies like breathing exercises to help them cope with their emotions.
Mental Health is Health: A roundtable discussion
Join Dr. Mallika Marshall and our panel for a discussion on mental health.
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Chase Winovich looks like a completely different person
Chase Winovich is on a new team. He looks like a new person.
Celtics see Game 5 as a must-win
The Celtics bounced back once again Monday night, bringing their record to a perfect 5-0 this postseason following a defeat.
Robert Williams dominated in his short time on the floor in Game 4
Robert Williams played only 19 minutes in Game 4, but he made a big impact in the Celtics win.
Celtics blow out Heat in Game 4, Eastern Conference Finals tied 2-2
Jayson Tatum bounced back and the Celtics locked down the Heat in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2.
Derrick White gave Celtics a huge spark to start Game 4 win
Even before he knew that he'd be starting Monday night's must-win Game 4, Derrick White vowed to be more aggressive for the Boston Celtics. He was true to his word against the Heat.
Marcus Smart out, but Robert Williams returning to Celtics lineup for Game 4
The Celtics got some good news and some bad news on the injury front for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Marcus Smart wins NBA Hustle Award
No one hustles quite like Marcus Smart.
Story named AL Player of the Week
This was an obvious choice.
Slimmed-down Mac Jones learned a lot about nutrition
Mac Jones is looking a bit trimmer as he enters his second year in the NFL.
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2.2 magnitude earthquake hits near Wolfeboro, New Hampshire
A small earthquake shook New Hampshire just east of Lake Winnipesaukee around midnight.
Next Weather: WBZ mid-morning forecast for May 24
Jacob Wycoff has your latest weather forecast.
WBZ News update for May 24
7-Day NEXT Weather forecast; COVID wastewater data trends; MA COVID case update; Scathing report on Boston schools
Boston non-profit Literations pairs volunteer literacy coaches with kids to raise reading levels
WBZ TV's Levan Reid reports
Next Weather: WBZ morning forecast for May 24
Jacob Wycoff has your latest weather forecast.
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Study: Growing up with dogs may reduce Crohn's disease risk
Man's best friend could be your toddler's as well.
Study: global warming could make it harder to get good sleep
Global warming could have a profound impact on our ability to get a good night's sleep.
Massachusetts reports 7,626 new COVID cases, positivity rate drops to 8.30%
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported 7,626 new confirmed COVID cases on Monday.
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Program helps kids resume school after mental health issues
The program is now being implemented nationwide and bridging a gap to get struggling kids to stay in school.
American Heritage Museum offers interactive history of war
At the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, the focus is not celebrating our conflicts but making sure we don't repeat the mistakes of the past.
It Happens Here: Roxbury's Dudley Greenhouse Gives Residents Chance To Grow Their Own Food
A major effort is underway to tackle food insecurity in Roxbury and the surrounding neighborhoods of Boston.
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Study: Growing up with dogs may reduce Crohn's disease risk
Man's best friend could be your toddler's as well.
Study: global warming could make it harder to get good sleep
Global warming could have a profound impact on our ability to get a good night's sleep.
Massachusetts reports 7,626 new COVID cases, positivity rate drops to 8.30%
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported 7,626 new confirmed COVID cases on Monday.
Boston Children’s Hospital researchers part of international investigation of monkeypox
WBZ TV's Nick Giovanni reports.
Pfizer says 3 small COVID vaccine shots protect kids under 5
It's the latest step toward letting the littlest kids get the shots.
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Massachusetts struggles to keep up with mental health crisis for kids, teens
Kids in crisis often end up waiting for days or weeks in emergency rooms. It's a practice called "boarding."
Chelsea residents outraged over toxic debris dumped near homes
Chelsea residents gathered Wednesday evening to get answers about the state's dumping of a pile of rubble filled with asbestos.
Removal of debris pile contaminated with asbestos underway
Crews in Chelsea have begun removing a pile of debris that is contaminated with asbestos on Friday.
I-Team: Zelle blamed after hackers steal teen's bank account
Zelle is now a favorite for thieves because once the money is transferred out, it's nearly impossible to get back.
I-Team: debris containing asbestos dumped in Chelsea in July
Hazardous construction material was dumped in Chelsea last July and had been sitting next to a public housing development.
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"Faces of COVID" account serves as reminder of lives lost during pandemic
The "Faces of COVID" Twitter account remembers lives lost during the pandemic.
Keller @ Large: Women's Soccer Pay Agreement Spotlights Gender Wage Gap
As women's soccer players negotiate equal pay, the question remains: What about the rest of America's women?
Mystery remains after Pentagon reveals UFO database
While the hearing did reveal some detail, a lot still remains a mystery.
Efforts to boost airline passenger rights remain grounded
Airline dissatisfaction is taking off, and lawmakers have noticed.
Keller & Large: Push for gas tax holiday takes toll on partisan unity
With gas prices rising, deviation from the party line is a growth stock these days.
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Wayfair opening Lynnfield store to showcase furniture brand
Wayfair is opening a new physical store on the North Shore this week.
BPS announces contract with Black-owned City Fresh Foods
Roxbury based and minority-owned City Fresh Foods is taking on the responsibility of providing meals to almost 50,000 Boston Public School students starting on July 1.
Gaming Commission reports about $99 million in April revenue across all casinos
Inflation did not hurt the casino business in Massachusetts.
Robots help distribution center workers become more productive, less fatigued
Robots at Top Notch Distributors are giving current employees a big boost.
New robots help Mansfield distribution center workers become more productive, less fatigued
Robots at Top Notch Distributors are giving current employees a big boost. WBZ-TV's Breana Pitts reports.
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Maine K9 finds missing woman, days after tracking down girl
A Maine K9 has been hard at work over the past few days.
Peterboro Basket Co. in NH closing, citing forest pest
The Peterboro Basket Company has been in business since 1854.
Killer whale spotted by fisherman off Nantucket
A fishing crew spotted a majestic sight in the waters off Massachusetts this week – an orca whale.
Bobcat breaks into Vermont home, attacks elderly man inside
An elderly man in Vermont had a wild encounter with a bobcat when the animal broke into his home and attacked him.
Boston area glimpses "super flower blood moon" lunar eclipse
Sunday night brought the first total eclipse to the northeast in over three years.
New England Living
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The art of a proper English Tea
From tea served in traditional antique China, to an elegant tower of crustless finger sandwiches.
New England Living: Scallop and risotto recipe
We're in the Test Kitchen with chefs from Strega Italiano.
New England Living: Mixing up a Tiger Lily cocktail
In our Mixology series, a lesson on how to make a fun and easy summer cocktail.
Behind the scenes at WaterFire Providence
WaterFire has been a Providence tradition for over 25 years.
Glassblowing at The Bubble Factory in Essex
The Bubble Factory is a multimedia workshop and classroom.
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2 New England destinations make "best places to visit" list
Boston and Bar Harbor were recognized as the top destinations for vacationers.
Magnitude 2.2 earthquake recorded in New Hampshire
Did you feel it?
Non-profit's literacy coaches help kids raise reading levels
Literations is matching older, volunteer literacy coaches with young children to improve their reading skills.
Massachusetts gas prices stay at record high, but diesel drops
Gas prices in Massachusetts stayed stuck at a record high of $4.73 a gallon Tuesday, but diesel continues to drop
Fire breaks out at newly renovated hotel in Newport
A newly-renovated hotel in Newport, Rhode Island went up in flames on Monday night.
Sports
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Chase Winovich looks like a completely different person
Chase Winovich is on a new team. He looks like a new person.
Celtics see Game 5 as a must-win
The Celtics bounced back once again Monday night, bringing their record to a perfect 5-0 this postseason following a defeat.
Robert Williams dominated in his short time on the floor in Game 4
Robert Williams played only 19 minutes in Game 4, but he made a big impact in the Celtics win.
Celtics blow out Heat in Game 4, Eastern Conference Finals tied 2-2
Jayson Tatum bounced back and the Celtics locked down the Heat in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2.
Derrick White gave Celtics a huge spark to start Game 4 win
Even before he knew that he'd be starting Monday night's must-win Game 4, Derrick White vowed to be more aggressive for the Boston Celtics. He was true to his word against the Heat.