Weymouth's Odd Pet Vet all about animals and people
"Vet is about the veterinarian. Pet is about the pet. Odd is about the people who own these crazy animals," says Dr. Mertz.
"Vet is about the veterinarian. Pet is about the pet. Odd is about the people who own these crazy animals," says Dr. Mertz.
Bill Masterson started Tree Eastie to bring much-needed trees and shade to East Boston.
The Dog Orphans, a non-profit, no-kill shelter, has a mission to save dogs from pain and provide them with love.
No matter what time of year it is, summer vibes are always high at Yup Sup paddleboards shop in Marshfield.
Vitaliy Nazarenko started the Fencing Academy of Boston in Watertown and has led a very interesting life.
Leslie Johnson can now ride Action's rail trail, thanks to the town's new adaptive bike program.
Walking into the lobby and dining room feels like a trip to 1916, when this hotel and restaurant first opened.
The program is now being implemented nationwide and bridging a gap to get struggling kids to stay in school.
WBZ TV's Kate Merrill reports.
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.
A major effort is underway to tackle food insecurity in Roxbury and the surrounding neighborhoods of Boston.
Just south of Boston you can visit a museum that's almost 170 years old and has more than 13,000 items in their collection. But the star attraction at the Old Colony History Museum in Taunton is their dog, Jean Luc Barkard.
Pick a decade and Marcelo Villada likely has a motorcycle of that year in his vintage collection.
If you walk into a grocery store or bakery anywhere in the country and buy a cannoli, there's a good chance that the shell is from Golden Cannoli in Chelsea.
An old bank in Newton is opening to all with a "pay what you can" cafe, a theater and space for children with special needs.
An ancient form of alcohol is gaining popularity. Mead was the drink of choice for Vikings and now it's making a comeback.
The team behind M Cacao has a truly unique approach to chocolate - combining flavors that most haven't tried.
A neighborhood pub in Lowell dating back to 1834 was once home to some famous names. It also has a haunted past.
At Booty by Brabants in Lynnfield, there's no stressing about what size you wear.
Woburn is getting back to its agricultural roots thanks to a couple that's started a microgreen home delivery service.
Many people have spent the pandemic trying to get back into shape and two women in Boston spent it building a business to help people do just that, with their own unique twist.
Less than an hour from Boston, you can order an award-winning hot dog with some ties to history.
As the only black-owned chocolate shop in Framingham, Pam and David Griffins have found their calling with Chocolate Therapy.
A father in Franklin noticed a few years ago the microbrewery scene in his city was lacking, so he decided to raise the bar himself.
Appalachian Mountain Club's Ponkapoag Camp in Randolph is a year-round campground that's a hidden gem just outside of Boston.
"I Am More," a community conversation on mental health, all began with one artist's struggle - and the outpouring of support that followed.
Witnesses say the victim had been in some type of fight with group of other young men, then someone pulled out a gun.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-5 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.
Three juveniles were taken to the hospital after each of them were stabbed at an MBTA station Wednesday afternoon.
Another year, another All-NBA First Team for Celtics star Jayson Tatum.
Key witness Jennifer McCabe was back on the stand for a second day of cross-examination Wednesday.
There is a risk of thunderstorms Thursday, a few of which may reach severe levels.
Witnesses say the victim had been in some type of fight with group of other young men, then someone pulled out a gun.
Thirteen Harvard University students who participated in the pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus will not receive degrees at commencement on Thursday.
Three juveniles were taken to the hospital after each of them were stabbed at an MBTA station Wednesday afternoon.
"I Am More," a community conversation on mental health, all began with one artist's struggle - and the outpouring of support that followed.
If you're a healthy adult, you may want to avoid fish oil supplements as they could increase the risk of heart disease.
Terrifying nightmares could be an early sign of common autoimmune disorders such as lupus, according to researchers.
A new study finds adults who start taking ADHD medications may be at higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
Massachusetts researchers say it's equally beneficial to measure exercise by how long you exercise and how many steps you take.
Records show Massachusetts police departments typically and legally sell back or trade in their guns to dealers when they're no longer used by officers.
A woman told WBZ-TV's I-Team she believes she was raped by a killer just weeks before two bodies were found in Brockton in 2014.
The I-Team uncovered a posting on a Massachusetts State Police Instagram account that used a song with racial slurs and talked about guns.
Massachusetts is paying millions to vendors in the migrant crisis with little oversight on how taxpayer money is being spent
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
Independents are the ones who make the difference at the polls, but they don't like partisanship and extremism.
Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll spoke about what can be done about the state's housing crisis.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reaching out to younger voters where they get their news - social media.
Many residents say they really like Boston, but say the cost of living and high housing prices are taking a toll.
Despite an April revenue haul that exceeded forecasts, there is still anxiety on Beacon Hill about overall revenue shortfalls and economic uncertainty.
The West Boylston Cinema movie theater in central Massachusetts is going out of business.
You can once again grab a cocktail to go in Massachusetts.
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
Set in the woods outside of Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine, Terramor Outdoor Resort offers guests the joy of camping in nature with all the luxury amenities of a modern resort.
Chef Kate Smith joins Host Rachel Holt in the Test Kitchen to cook up her signature paella.
Rachel Holt learns all about the Viewpoint Hotel's distinctive design and what makes this destination so unique.
Rachel Holt gets an inside look at what makes this museum such a popular destination and tries her hand at driving a vintage trolley car.
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate is a sprawling seaside mansion in Ipswich dating back to the 1920s with something for all visitors.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-5 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.
Another year, another All-NBA First Team for Celtics star Jayson Tatum.
Bruins GM Don Sweeney is promising an "aggressive" offseason, and his priority is getting Jeremy Swayman to sign a long-term extension.
The home of the Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins is ranked as one of the best sports venues in the country.
Without Jrue Holiday making an impact everyone on the floor, the Celtics never would have had a chance to pull off their improbable Game 1 comeback against the Pacers.
Researchers spotted a 37-year-old right whale mother named Wolf and her calf off the coast of Massachusetts.
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.