Barack Obama To Scale Back Martha's Vineyard Birthday Party Due To Delta Variant
Former President Barack Obama is scaling back the size of his 60th birthday party on Martha's Vineyard this coming weekend due to the Delta variant.
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Barack Obama's 60th Birthday Party On Martha's Vineyard 'Not A Good Idea,' Baker Says
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker said he does not believe Barack Obama's birthday party with several hundred people on Martha's Vineyard is a good idea.
Barack Obama's 60th Birthday Party On Martha's Vineyard This Weekend To Have COVID Safety Coordinator
Former President Barack Obama will celebrate his 60th birthday this weekend with a party at his home on Martha's Vineyard.
'If Joe Biden Wants Me To Play Some Kind Of Role, I'd Be Open To That': Susan Rice On Book 'Tough Love' & 2020 Presidential Election
Former National Security Advisor and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice discusses her new book, working for President Obama and potentially serving in a Joe Biden administration.
Obamas Buy Martha's Vineyard Home From Celtics Owner Wyc Grousbeck, Report Says
Former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle have bought a home on Martha's Vineyard, according to a published report.
'Get Well Soon, Papi': Former President Obama Wishes David Ortiz A Speedy Recovery
Obama is among those sending well-wishes to David Ortiz after the Red Sox legend was shot in the Dominican Republic on Sunday.
Jackie Bradley Jr. Fights Back Against Critics Of His Decision To Skip White House Trip
Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. has apparently faced some backlash after telling The Boston Globe this week that he won't be in attendance when the Red Sox make their celebratory trip to the White House on May 9.
Keller @ Large: Voters Need To Seek Out The Truth
For voters who don't seek the truth, all the truth-testing in the world won't do much to overcome disingenuous rhetoric.
VIDEO: Crowd Goes Wild For A Glimpse Of Obama On Martha's Vineyard
The former president caused quite the commotion outside The Cardboard Box restaurant in Oak Bluffs Monday night.
Keller @ Large: Trump Blame Game Fact Check
Reflexive finger-pointing at his predecessor has been a common theme of President Trump's 18 months in office.
'I Stand Behind The Decision': Sara Gilbert Reacts to 'Roseanne' Cancellation
Actress and CBS's The Talk Co-Host Sara Gilbert reacted Monday to the cancellation of the ABC sitcom 'Roseanne' after the star – and namesake – of that show posted a racist tweet last week.
False Story Claims Trump Canceled Obama Library Funding
President Trump hasn't canceled federal funding for former President Barack Obama's library, despite claims in a story circulating on social media.
Obama, Alex Rodriguez Among Scheduled Speakers At MIT Conference
Former President Barack Obama will speak at the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference on Feb. 23 to discuss his time in office and the next chapter in his life.
Obama, Bush, Clinton Attend Golf's Presidents Cup
It was the first time three U.S. presidents have attended the matches together since this event began
Barack Obama Says Dropping Malia Off At Harvard Was Like 'Open-Heart Surgery'
We're learning just how much last month's goodbye in Cambridge meant to him.
Keller @ Large: Patrick For Pres? Bad Idea
There's talk of former Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick being the favored 2020 Democratic candidate among some former Obama staffers--but Jon explains why he thinks that's unlikely.
Obamas Will Return To Martha's Vineyard This Weekend, Reports Say
The Obamas made summer escapes to the Vineyard in seven of the eight years they spent at the White House.
Obama Receives Profile In Courage Award From Kennedys
Former President Barack Obama received the Profile in Courage Award during a dinner at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Warren 'Troubled' By Obama's $400,000 Wall Street Speaking Fee
Sen. Elizabeth Warren is weighing in on former President Barack Obama's pricey speaking fee for a Wall Street conference later this year.
Jacoby Brissett Posts Heartfelt Letter To Barack Obama After White House Visit
Patriots' third-string quarterback Jacoby Brissett clearly enjoyed his visit to the White House on Wednesday, but when the ceremony to honor the Super Bowl LI champions concluded, he still had someone to thank.
Barack Obama To Receive JFK Profile in Courage Award
Former President Barack Obama has been named the 2017 winner of the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award.
Photographic Proof That Plenty Of Patriots Have Skipped White House Trips In Past
Taking a look at the Patriots' previous trips to the White House to see if many players have skipped the visit in the past.
Keller @ Large: Re-Reading The 2004 Boston Speech That Launched Obama
Jon says it makes for interesting, and at times sad, reading.
Keller @ Large: Obama's Exit Interview
Jon says the Democrats' problem in the 2016 election wasn't a lack of exposure, as President Barack Obama recently said.
Mansfield Man Pleads Guilty To Threatening Obama On FBI Tip Site
A Mansfield man charged with threatening President Barack Obama online last year changed his plea to guilty in federal court Thursday morning.
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Massachusetts family ran for cover during Illinois parade shooting
A family from Massachusetts was among dozens of people who ran for cover during the parade shooting in Illinois.
Man who fell off float in Winchester lake found dead
The search for a missing man in a Winchester lake ended with divers finding him dead 13 feet below the surface.
Boston Police say 13-year-old was driving car with loaded gun
Boston Police said they arrested a 13-year-old boy who was driving a car with a loaded gun late at night on the 4th of July.
Third suspect in Brockton teen's murder surrenders to court
Malik Cotton, 21, will face multiple charges in the death of Lee Monteiro, who was shot at a 2021 house party.
Councilor Arroyo calls for public hearing to discuss police response to hate groups
Arroyo, who is also running for district attorney of Suffolk County, filed a council order for public hearing on Tuesday.
Police investigating anti-Semitic fliers in Chatham
Police said they think they were dropped at random and possibly tossed from a vehicle.
Local musician's body pulled from Merrimac River
Robert "Bahama Bob" Urzi, 71, of Newburyport, was found Tuesday morning.
Green Line's C Branch will close for 12 days
Crews will replace tracks and shuttle passengers from Kenmore to Cleveland Circle.
NH Police arrest man after children left in car with loaded gun
Police found a backpack in the car with a loaded gun and a knife inside and accessible to the children.
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Massachusetts family ran for cover during Illinois parade shooting
A family from Massachusetts was among dozens of people who ran for cover during the parade shooting in Illinois.
Man who fell off float in Winchester lake found dead
The search for a missing man in a Winchester lake ended with divers finding him dead 13 feet below the surface.
Boston Police say 13-year-old was driving car with loaded gun
Boston Police said they arrested a 13-year-old boy who was driving a car with a loaded gun late at night on the 4th of July.
Third suspect in Brockton teen's murder surrenders to court
Malik Cotton, 21, will face multiple charges in the death of Lee Monteiro, who was shot at a 2021 house party.
Councilor Arroyo calls for public hearing to discuss police response to hate groups
Arroyo, who is also running for district attorney of Suffolk County, filed a council order for public hearing on Tuesday.
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Massachusetts reports 1,678 new COVID cases, 8 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 6.22%.
CDC: New listeria outbreak tied to 23 illnesses, 1 death
Two people from Massachusetts have gotten sick.
Massachusetts reports 1,915 new COVID cases, 8 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.85%.
Massachusetts reports 1,529 new COVID cases, 17 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.74%.
Study shows gas stoves could be leaking toxic chemicals
Researchers say some stoves are leaking unburned gas at low levels that could be toxic when released into the air.
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Rise of the Moors standoff: Where the cases stand now
It has been just about a year since an armed militia group called the Rise of the Moors held an hours long standoff with police on Route 95 in Wakefield.
I-Team: Cleanup finished at Chelsea hazardous debris pile
The city had no idea it was there until WBZ-TV told them.
I-Team: The problem behind Boston's unsolved murders
Unsolved murders are a growing concern nationwide.
I-Team: What happened to Debbie Melo?
Debbie Melo has now been missing for 22 years. Detectives say her husband has never been ruled out as a suspect.
I-Team: Teen accidentally shot himself in head running from police
A teen is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the head while running from police, according to I-Team sources.
Keller @ Large
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Keller: How Supreme Court decisions could impact Massachusetts
The United States Supreme Court released decisions in recent weeks that have made national headlines. So what impact do rulings on topics such as guns and abortion have in Massachusetts?
Keller @ Large: NATO expansion may add strain to relations with Russia
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is officially expanding, as Finland and Sweden are about to become full members.
Keller: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
Keller: Supreme Court decision a reminder that not voting has consequences
Jon says the long-term impact of the court's ruling will be to remind apathetic voters that inaction has consequences.
Keller: Ads claim Congress will "break" Amazon Prime 2-day delivery
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
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Kohl's sale falls apart in shaky retail environment
Kohl's said Friday that it now expects sales to be down.
Bed Bath & Beyond accused of turning off AC in stores
A new report from Bank of America claims the company has cut air conditioning in an effort to lower expenses.
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Gourmet Dumpling House set to close in Chinatown
Gourmet Dumpling House in Chinatown is about to close after 15 years.
Massachusetts-based Marathon Sports is being sold
Stores will continue to use the "Marathon Sports" branding.
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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.
Sports
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Power ranking Patriots' positional groups ahead of 2022 season
It's a good time to take stock of the Patriots' roster by ranking each positional group from strongest to weakest.
Jake DeBrusk no longer wants to be traded away from Bruins
Jake DeBrusk is coming off a weird year. But he wants to stick around in Boston.
Demaryius Thomas had stage 2 CTE when he died
The late Demaryius Thomas was posthumously diagnosed with CTE -- chronic traumatic encephalopathy -- by doctors from Boston University, the New York Times reported Tuesday.
Red Sox win 8th straight on Fourth of July, beat Rays 4-0
Boston matched its franchise record for consecutive July 4 wins.
Top Sox prospect Brayan Bello could make MLB debut Wednesday
The major league debut of top Red Sox pitching prospect Brayan Bello may be upon us.
Offbeat
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Bear 'showing no fear of humans' closes NH campground
A New Hampshire campground is closed until further notice due to a bear that is not afraid of humans, officials say.
Robot dog spotted working security on Boston Esplanade
Massachusetts State Police are using a Boston Dynamics robot at the Esplanade ahead of Monday's festivities.
Stone Zoo announces birth of baby porcupette
The baby's soft quills will harden over time
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Black fly season in Maine is lasting longer
Maine's season for black flies appears to be taking up more of the year.