North Reading Pastor On Leave After Sex Abuse Allegation From '70s
The Archdiocese of Boston announced Sunday that it had put a North Reading pastor on leave after receiving an allegation of sex abuse.
The Archdiocese of Boston announced Sunday that it had put a North Reading pastor on leave after receiving an allegation of sex abuse.
Cardinal Sean O'Malley was "terrified" when the Vatican sent him to run the scandal-plagued Boston Archdiocese in 2003, he said in a "60 Minutes" segment that aired Sunday evening.
Sunday marks 10 years since parishioners at St. Frances Xavier Cabrini began holding vigil.
A Black Mass celebrating Satan is scheduled to take place at Harvard University on Monday evening. It has outraged the Catholic Church, but the group holding the event says it's educational.
Boston Cardinal O'Malley said Popes John Paul II and John XXIII, both about to be canonized, connected with people in a personal way. WBZ-TV's Paula Ebben reports
Attorney General Martha Coakley is arguing that Massachusetts' anti-discrimination law should apply in the case of a married gay couple who sued the Roman Catholic Diocese of Worcester for allegedly refusing to sell them a Northbridge mansion because church officials were concerned they would host gay weddings.
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The leader of one of the nation's top clergy treatment centers resigned Monday over allegations involving an inappropriate adult relationship and misuse of church funds in New Hampshire, where he previously served in numerous leadership positions with the Diocese of Manchester.
The Roman Catholic archdiocese on Thursday released the list of its first 12 "collaboratives," which include 28 parishes covering a geographic spread, from Weymouth to Billerica.
Cardinal Sean O'Malley spoke with WBZ in an exclusive one-on-one interview, his first on broadcast TV in years.
Cardinal Sean O'Malley spoke with WBZ in an exclusive one-on-one interview, his first on broadcast TV in years.
It is time to end the tax exempt status of religious organizations that advocated for a partisan candidate.
Question Two would allow a terminally ill patient to request medication from a doctor to end his or her life.
A gay couple has sued the Roman Catholic Diocese of Worcester for allegedly refusing to sell them a Northbridge mansion because church officials were concerned they would host gay weddings at the site.
do the people forget the Chicago mayor used to work for a guy who vehemently opposed gay marriage? True....his name was Barack Obama. Yes I know, that guy did a flip-flop on the issue when an election dictated it but he used to be against gay marriage. And third.....let's try to think of another organization that might be looking for space in Boston or Chicago that opposes gay marriage; How 'bout the Catholic church?
A gay couple says the Diocese of Worcester will not sell them a historic home because "of the potentiality of gay marriages there."
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Cardinal Sean O'Malley is continuing to push to resolve a dispute between the Obama administration and the Catholic church about covering contraception in health care plans.
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It wasn't all cheering on Rick Santorum's first full day back in New Hampshire. He took exception when asked about his views on the church sex abuse scandal.
There are some changes in the Catholic Church Eulogy
The Boston Archdiocese has released a plan to combine its parishes into 125 groups that will share staffing and resources in a move it says will promote evangelization and improve finances.
Gary Bergeron helped uncover the Catholic Church sex abuse crisis in Boston, and is now urging parents to read the Grand Jury report on Jerry Sandusky.
The Greatest Bar hosted the greatest watch party for UConn Nation Thursday night.
Parents are demanding answers after a week of mixed messaging from Stoneham school leaders and the town's police department following an incident at South Elementary School.
With March Madness comes lots of excitement, but also lots of concerns when it comes to young fans making wagers.
The search for six construction workers turned to a recovery effort Tuesday night, following a collapse at Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Dejounte Murray scored a career-high 44 points, including a go-ahead jumper in the final second of overtime to power the Atlanta Hawks to a 123-122 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night.
Parents are demanding answers after a week of mixed messaging from Stoneham school leaders and the town's police department.
A Brighton man is being held on $5,000 cash bail, an accused peeping Tom who fainted during his arraignment in Brighton District Court.
With March Madness comes lots of excitement, but also lots of concerns when it comes to young fans making wagers.
Wellesley College, Boston University and Tufts will all charge $90,000 for undergraduates next year.
WBZ-TV's Christina Hager got quite the surprise when her reporting on dog DNA testing was featured on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question on how much Vitamin D is best to consume.
A new study out of Sweden says if you want to feel younger, prioritize getting plenty of sleep.
A new study finds people who are at genetically higher risk of obesity need to workout harder than those at lower risk to maintain a healthy weight.
Women have been reporting that they have become pregnant while taking GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic.
A new study in JAMA Network Open finds that poorer Americans are eating too much salt.
A fourth-grade teacher at an elementary school in Cambridge is facing child rape charges.
William Foley Jr., a five-time drunk driver who lost his license after a fatal crash in 2001, is back behind bars after an I-Team investigation.
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit helps go after violent criminals, including some right here in Boston.
A pet DNA testing company out of New Hampshire linked dog breeds to a human sample – twice.
In January, police say they found an unconscious woman at LiLi Body Work.
As Beacon Hill struggles to deal with a surge of homeless migrants, Governor Maura Healey finds herself dealing with another surge -- of political outrage over reports of migrant crime.
A new study of driving automation technology says 11 of 14 systems performed poorly under optimal road conditions.
President Biden seemed to relish the moment, wasting no time unleashing a high-energy assault on his political enemies.
After big losses on Super Tuesday, Republican presidential candidate and former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley is stepping out of the race.
Amid a series of issues at Brockton schools, could Massachusetts state officials move to take over control?
Take a look at some of the stores that will be closed for Easter in Massachusetts.
Ronnies, a popular seafood and ice cream restaurant in central Massachusetts, is closing its doors.
An old Christmas Tree Shops store on Cape Cod is transforming into a new destination for bargain-hunters.
Van Leeuwen, a popular ice cream chain out of New York, is coming to Massachusetts.
Pi Day isn't just for math geeks - check out the deals on pizza and pie on March 14.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
Dejounte Murray scored a career-high 44 points, including a go-ahead jumper in the final second of overtime to power the Atlanta Hawks to a 123-122 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night.
The Boston Bruins didn't play Thursday night, but the team officially clinched its spot in the NHL playoffs.
The Patriots have lost another veteran player off their special teams unit, as Cody Davis has announced his retirement from the NFL.
Ceddanne Rafaela is going to give Red Sox fans a reason to watch the team all season long.
In a video shared by the Red ahead of the team's season opener in Seattle, the message was clear: Tune out the noise.
The MSPCA is seeing more puppies than usual at its Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem.
Mount Washington saw its strongest wind gust of the winter season on Monday.
A 114-year-old shipwreck on the North Shore of Massachusetts is visible once again.
Black bears are coming out of hibernation in Massachusetts, and they're hungry.
The town of Arlington has implemented free 15-minute parking to support small businesses but some drivers are having a hard time figuring out how.