Craig Breslow agrees to become new head of Red Sox baseball ops. department
The Red Sox are turning to former reliever and two-time World Series champ Craig Breslow to head their baseball ops. department.
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Home Base program in Charlestown helping support veterans
From PTSD and substance abuse to moderate traumatic brain injuries, Home Base is helping those who served their country.
Jimmy Fund mourns loss of Tim Wakefield
While Red Sox fans and baseball lovers alike are mourning the loss of Tim Wakefield, he's also being remembered for his greatest passion: fighting childhood cancer.
Red Sox won't rush to find new leader of baseball operations
"We're going to have a consistent, robust process that hopefully leads us to the right person -- or people," Kennedy said.
Dana-Farber "blessed" to have Tim Wakefield as part of their team
WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.
Roche: Tim Wakefield a Red Sox legend on and off the field
Tim Wakefield was a story of second chances in baseball.
"It's a great loss for Boston": Red Sox fans remember Tim Wakefield
WBZ TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Dan Roche says Tim Wakefield was "beyond a good player and man"
The Red Sox are remembering Tim Wakefield, who died Sunday at the age of 57. Former teammates of Wakefield are remembering him as a great player and an even better teammate.
Houck leads Red Sox past AL East champion Orioles 6-1 in finale
Tanner Houck threw six innings of one-hit ball and the last-place Boston Red Sox earned a split in the four-game series against the AL East champion Baltimore Orioles with a 6-1 victory Sunday in the regular-season finale.
"It's a great loss for Boston": Red Sox fans remember Tim Wakefield
Baseball in Boston won't be the same without Tim Wakefield and fans said he and his prolific pitch will be a part of baseball history forever.
"It's a great loss for Boston": Red Sox fans remember Tim Wakefield
WBZ TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Tim Wakefield, Red Sox knuckleballer, dead at 57
Beloved former Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield died at the age of 57, the team announced on Sunday.
Orioles clinch the AL East title with their 100th win, 2-0 over Red Sox
The Baltimore Orioles clinched the AL East title with a 2-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday night.
Red Sox issue statement on health of Tim Wakefield, wife after Curt Schilling comments
The Boston Red Sox issued a statement about the health of former pitcher Tim Wakefield and his wife Stacy Thursday, following comments made by Wakefield's former teammate Curt Schilling.
Rays beat Red Sox 5-0
The Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 5-0 on Wednesday night.
René Pinto's 2-run homer helps Rays outlast Red Sox 9-7
René Pinto hit a two-run home run, Manuel Margot added a pair of RBI singles as part of a four-hit night, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 9-7 on Tuesday night.
Pedro Martinez says next Red Sox general manager needs to understand fans
Pedro Martinez knows what it takes to be the next general manager of the Red Sox -- he just doesn't want the job.
Yoshida gets go-ahead single in 8th as Red Sox rally past White Sox 3-2
The Boston Red Sox rallied for a 3-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Friday night.
Rangers beat Red Sox 6-4, end 4-game losing streak
The Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 6-4 on Tuesday night in their bid for an AL wild card.
Fenway Park to host "Barbie Night"
A Barbie-themed Red Sox game is coming to "Kenway" this Friday.
Red Sox rally to end 4-game skid with 4-2 win over Rangers
The Boston Red Sox snapped a four-game losing streak with a 4-2 win over the playoff-chasing Texas Rangers.
Red Sox put Triston Casas on 10-day IL because of sore right shoulder
The move came after the rookie slugger was scratched from the starting lineup for a second straight game.
Berríos goes 7 innings, Guerrero hits 3-run HR as Blue Jays halt slump, beat Red Sox 3-0
Berríos has won back-to-back decisions after losing his previous three.
Red Sox fans not surprised Chaim Bloom was fired
The Boston Red Sox fired Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom just two weeks shy of the postseason.
Red Sox fans react to firing of Chaim Bloom
The Boston Red Sox fired Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom, just two weeks shy of the postseason. WBZ-TV's Tiffany Chan reports.
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Video shows 2 Lamborghinis stolen from Norwell dealership
Police are searching for the thieves who stole two Lamborghinis from a car dealership in Norwell on Thanksgiving night.
Army-Navy game ticket demand greater than Taylor Swift, Kraft says
It's a moment the Midshipmen and the Black Knights have been preparing for all year.
Lowell parents concerned after 3 people tried to enter elementary schools
Lowell school officials are warning the community that three intruders tried to enter two schools without the proper authorization.
Henry Kissinger, influential and controversial diplomat, dies at age 100
Henry Kissinger, known for his practice of "realpolitik," was credited with helping thaw relations between the U.S. and China. But he was also accused of alleged war crimes.
Report: Investors bought 20% of properties in Greater Boston from 2004-2018
According to new research, there is an emerging obstacle preventing some people from becoming a homeowner.
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Woman and man dead in apparent murder-suicide in Marlboro
An apparent murder-suicide is under investigation at a home in Marlboro.
Army-Navy game ticket demand greater than Taylor Swift, Kraft says
It's a moment the Midshipmen and the Black Knights have been preparing for all year.
Lowell parents concerned after 3 people tried to enter elementary schools
Lowell school officials are warning the community that three intruders tried to enter two schools without the proper authorization.
Harvard under investigation, president to testify about Israel-Hamas war response
Harvard University President Claudine Gay will testify before Congress regarding the college's response to the Israel-Hamas war.
Lack of plow drivers a concern for communities as winter approaches
Municipalities like Attleboro are offering incentives to entice new drivers like signing bonuses, bonuses for perfect attendance.
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Traffic pollution can raise a driver's blood pressure, study says
A new study found that pollution from tailpipe exhaust, brake and tire wear, and road dust can raise your blood pressure while you're sitting in the car.
Strengthening quad muscles could reduce need for knee replacement
Researchers have found that there are certain exercises people with knee arthritis can do to reduce their need for joint replacement.
Stem cells might help knee arthritis patients avoid surgery
Nearly half of all adults will develop arthritis of the knee in their lifetime but one day, stem cells could help patients avoid surgery.
Schools across the U.S. will soon be able to order free COVID tests
The tests will be available from a federal stockpile starting in December, and schools can distribute them to students, families, staff and larger school communities.
This company says it has the secret to longer life for larger dogs
FDA finds reasonable expectation of effectiveness for drug designed to keep bigger breeds around longer, biotech firm says.
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I-Team: Companies fined by OSHA after worker deaths often have penalties reduced
Some companies fined by OSHA after worker deaths often end up getting their penalties reduced to the point where they're not effective.
I-Team: Boston is mapping "hollow sidewalks"
There are mysterious signs in various neighborhoods around Boston warning about so-called "hollow sidewalks."
I-Team: Brothel network suspect got more than $500,000 in COVID relief funds
Court documents show that one of the men involved in the ring received over $500,000 in government funds for one of his businesses.
I-Team: Mass Save's rebate mess infuriates customers
Despite several I-Team investigations and promises to improve, the Mass Save program continues to be plagued with problems.
I-Team: Police draining resources with so many calls to Tewksbury Hospital
Tewksbury Police are called to Tewksbury Hospital so often it's become a significant drain on their resources
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Keller: Sports betting targeting college students a big fear for state regulators
Sports betting in Massachusetts is illegal for anyone under 21, but the college age gambler is a lucrative target.
Keller: Ron DeSantis, Sam Bankman-Fried headline 2023 national turkeys
Mother Nature, a spy balloon, a convicted con man and a presidential candidate are all on Jon Keller's 2023 list of national turkeys.
Keller @ Large: The top local turkeys in 2023
A few Boston City Councilors made Jon Keller's annual list of the top turkeys in Massachusetts this year.
Keller: How has the media handled 2024 presidential election coverage so far?
Northeastern University professor and media critic Dan Kennedy looks at the 2024 election coverage so far.
Keller: Republican presidential debates do little to elevate candidates
Any doubts the candidates might have raised about Donald Trump were left behind by a parade of elbow-throwing.
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Christmas Tree Shop and Bed Bath & Beyond are gone. So what's taking their places?
Christmas Tree Shop and Bed Bath & Beyond are gone. So what is filling those empty stores now?
Here's who's moving in to empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores
Retailers are pouncing on empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores - including some former locations in Massachusetts.
Weekend Wakeup: Harmon Coffee of Rockland
Owner Mike Sullivan started the company in a small shed next to his house.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Beetlejuice! Mass. neighborhood turned into film set
Several blocks of one Melrose neighborhood are decked out in Halloween decor for the movie filming.
Keller: Is Beacon Hill to blame for Massachusetts' retail theft problem?
Massachusetts has a growing retail theft problem and Beacon Hill may be to blame for part of it.
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Generations of penny candy, local goods, and whimsical shopping
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Museum, sculpture garden, theater, and more at Southern Vermont Arts Center
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
Entertaining audiences for 85 years at Weston Theater Company
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Curated experiences at Kimpton Taconic boutique hotel
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Using daylight to create space and comfort in your home
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
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Bailey Zappe seemingly indicates that he'll be starting quarterback for Patriots
With Bill Belichick being unwilling to make any proclamations about his starting quarterback, Bailey Zappe might have spilled the beans.
Demario Douglas officially diagnosed with concussion
Rookie receiver Demario Douglas missed Wednesday's Patriots practice due to a concussion. D
The Patriots could be eliminated from the playoffs in Week 13
With New England sitting at 2-9 heading into a Week 13 tilt with the Los Angeles Chargers, the Patriots could officially be eliminated from the playoffs by the end of the first weekend of December.
Zappe, Cunningham take QB reps at Wednesday's practice
It looks like a quarterback change is coming in New England.
Report: Patriots sign WR Mathew Sexton to practice squad
At 2-9, the Patriots continue to tinker with their roster, signing wide receiver Mathew Sexton to the practice squad.
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Video shows bumbling burglar slip, struggle to steal cigarettes in Maine
A klutzy thief was caught on camera stumbling during a smoke shop burglary.
"Astounding" number of whales seen feeding off Maine
It's a feeding frenzy in the Gulf of Maine for whales and sharks - sometimes chowing down side by side.
Golden Retriever Experience at Vermont farm proves hugely popular
Fall tourists are coming out in droves to a farm in Vermont to play with some golden retrievers.
Mini stallion siblings in Massachusetts looking for new home
A pair of mini stallion brothers are looking for a new home.
Northern Lights "easily visible" from Mount Washington
The Mount Washington Observatory shared a photo of the northern lights from when they were at their peak.