Walpole middle school students create daily newscast
Students at Johnson Middle School in Walpole are taking a hands-on approach to their morning announcements by creating a daily newscast.
Education News
METCO education program worried about funding after $500,000 budget cut
Governor Healey's proposed budget cuts METCO funding by $500,000.
Why isn't remote learning an option for Massachusetts students on snow days?
Other states, including New Hampshire, are using the same virtual learning tools they used during the pandemic on snow days.
Why does Massachusetts have 2 school vacation weeks?
This is the only region of the country where most school districts have two vacation weeks instead of one.
High school students working on environmentally friendly rocket
They are not even in college yet, but a group of engineering students from Nipmuc Regional High School can call themselves rocket scientists.
Maura Healey rides T for first time as governor, vowing improvements
Gov. Maura Healey rode the T for the first time as the leader of the state on Thursday.
Boston, Worcester Public Schools closed Friday due to extreme cold
There will be no classes on Friday for Boston or Worcester Public Schools students due to anticipated extreme cold.
Changes recommended to fix Boston school bus problems
School officials in Boston are considering changing some start times as part of a plan to get buses running on time.
New Hampshire considers mandating cursive, communism history
Communism and cursive would be part of the mandatory curriculum in New Hampshire schools if two bills are passed.
"Varsity Blues" mastermind sentenced to 3.5 years in prison
It's the longest sentence handed down in the sprawling scandal.
Big questions on student loan forgiveness loom in 2023
Student loan borrowers are starting 2023 with a lot of uncertainty.
Claudine Gay to be Harvard's 1st Black president, 2nd woman
Gay will be the only Black president currently in the Ivy League.
Marlboro school preparing next generation of inventors and entrepreneurs
New England Innovation Academy in Marlboro encourages students to express their creativity.
Parents and nurses disagree on when to keep sick kids home from school
Parents are getting angry and frustrated, but nurses are pushing back.
UMass president says millionaire tax a sign voters want more money for public education
Meehan believes the approval of the millionaire's tax ballot question earlier this month is a sign that voters "want more money to go into public higher education" in Massachusetts.
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Victim identified in Lynn hit-and-run as suspected driver and car are found
Police have identified the person hit and killed by a car Wednesday morning in Lynn as 55-year-old Emira Barucija.
Keller: Mel King was a critical force in ushering in the new Boston
Jon Keller says if you want to understand Boston, it's worth your time to learn more about Mel King and his legacy.
Second victim recovered from site of deadly fire in New Bedford
A second victim was recovered from the scene of a deadly fire at a boarding house in New Bedford.
Keller @ Large: Like baseball, politics needs new rules
WBZ-TV's Jon Keller says politics needs improving if it wants to draw interest and stay relevant.
Kids prefer to learn from a competent robot rather than incompetent human
A new study finds kids would prefer to learn from a competent robot rather than an incompetent human.
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Kids prefer to learn from a competent robot rather than incompetent human
A new study finds kids would prefer to learn from a competent robot rather than an incompetent human.
Smell of sweat may ease social anxiety for some people, researchers find
People with social anxiety or social phobia experience extreme fear in social situations and often benefit from mindfulness therapy.
Flu shot may help prevent heart attack risk, study finds
Another good reason to get your annual flu shot? The shot may help prevent heart attacks.
Report: Travel nurses aiding, disrupting Massachusetts hospitals
Travel nurses are often paid more than their peers who are employed at specific facilities.
FDA approves over-the-counter sales of Narcan
This clears the way for Narcan to be made available in places without pharmacies - convenience stores, supermarkets and online retailers.
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Ed Davis: Preparing for active shooter situation can save lives
Active shooter training is not required for Massachusetts schools.
I-Team: Downtown Boston struggling to rebound after COVID pandemic
According to a new study, Boston's growth is lagging behind other cities.
I-Team: Judge blocks MV Realty mortgages, releases liens
A series of I-Team investigations has led to a court ruling that could mean dozens of homeowners will recoup tens of thousands of dollars.
I-Team: Experts say school bullying cases are underreported
A recent survey showed one in five students said they were bullied, most of them girls.
Protesters rally against legislation they say would shield predatory lenders
There was a new development Wednesday in a story the I-Team has been investigating for years.
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: Like baseball, politics needs new rules
WBZ-TV's Jon Keller says politics needs improving if it wants to draw interest and stay relevant.
Keller: Mel King was a critical force in ushering in the new Boston
Jon Keller says if you want to understand Boston, it's worth your time to learn more about Mel King and his legacy.
Keller: Healey's proposed tax cuts aim to keep people from leaving Mass.
"We live in an awesome place, but it's not awesome if you can't afford it," said Gov. Maura Healey.
Keller: Clark says U.S. "way behind" helping families with child care
Katherine Clark, the Massachusetts congresswoman who is the second ranking Democrat in the U.S. House, joined WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller,
'The extremists are running it,' Rep. Katherine Clark predicts gridlock in House
In an exclusive WBZ-TV interview, the powerful House Minority Whip painted a gloomy picture of the prospects for bipartisan action over the next two years.
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Foot Locker is closing 400 stores. They may become an eyesore
Foot Locker's planned closings will be just the latest blow to US regional malls.
Dunkin' is now serving breakfast tacos
Dunkin' is hoping its customers will try something new in the morning.
Shuttered Bed Bath & Beyond stores won't stay empty for long
Other chains are ready to scoop up vacant Bed Bath & Beyond stores.
Kelly's Roast Beef opening new location south of Boston
You'll soon be able to get some "famous" roast beef in Dedham.
Silicon Valley Bank's parent company files for bankruptcy
The parent of Silicon Valley Bank filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy a week after it failed and was seized by the government.
New England Living
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Health food for pets at Loyal Biscuit of Maine
Loyal Biscuit is known throughout Maine as the go-to health food store for pets.
Visiting the Owls Head Transportation Museum
Owls Head Transportation Museum is one of Midcoast Maine's top tourist spots.
Sailing the coast with Maine Windjammer
Cruising on this fleet of sailboats promises spectacular scenery, great food, and pure adventure.
Luxury boutique hotels in Midcoast Maine
The Bay View Collection offers a fully integrated Midcoast Maine vacation.
Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
MKS custom knives are used by professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts all over the world.
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Chaim Bloom looking forward to a fun 2023 Red Sox team
Chaim Bloom thinks this year's Red Sox team may surprise some people, and it should be a fun summer for Boston baseball fans.
Aaron Hernandez's brother arrested for allegedly throwing brick onto ESPN campus
The brother of the late New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez is facing criminal and motor vehicle charges in Connecticut, accused of throwing a brick onto the ESPN headquarters campus and eluding police during brief pursuits in other towns.
BC's Trevor Kuntar signs entry-level contract with Bruins
After three seasons at Boston College, forward Trevor Kuntar has signed an entry-level deal with the Boston Bruins.
Yankees sign former Red Sox outfielder Franchy Cordero
The list of players to go from one side of the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry from one year to the next is fairly short. Franchy Cordero has now joined that list.
Take a video tour of Red Sox' renovated clubhouse
At Fenway Park, the words "modern" and "flashy" aren't often used to describe too many areas within America's oldest ballpark. But they certainly apply to the renovated clubhouse.
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Northern Lights seen in Massachusetts during severe geomagnetic storm
The powerful solar storm brought the aurora borealis much farther south than usual.
Proposal to build world's tallest flagpole in Maine hits snag
Plans to build the world's tallest flagpole are on pause in Maine.
Andover mini horse comes up just short in Cadbury Bunny contest
The little therapy horse was going up for a big job.
First right whale mom and calf pair arrive in Cape Cod Bay for the season
It's a welcome sight off the coast of Massachusetts.
Why does snow sometimes appear blue?
Have you ever seen blue snow? It is a real thing!