Scituate Cleans Up After Blizzard, Seawall Breach
The town of Scituate said they responded to 138 emergency calls during the storm.
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Water Main Break Forces Popular Brockton Restaurant To Close
Eight years ago, a ruptured water main on North Main Street flooded the Home Cafe. Now, it's happened again.
How Much Rain Fell During Historic Southeast Flooding?
What does a '1,000 year rain event' mean? What's an atmospheric river? How does an area see more than two feet of rain in just a few days? Here's a look at the science behind the flood in South Carolina
Disaster Planning For Small Businesses
Most small businesses, especially ones run from home, have not given enough thought to planning for disasters.
Getting Your Stuff Organized
The first official day of spring is Friday. When the warmer weather hits, we'll look around our homes and want to get rid of the winter clutter.
Flash Flood Watch For Southern New England
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch through this evening.
All About Homeowners Insurance
You protect your house with paint, so make sure you also protect it with insurance.
Water Main Break Floods Part Of North End
A water main break temporarily flooded part of the North End early Thursday morning.
House Approves Bill To Ease Flood Insurance Hikes
Rates imposed by the 2012 law are particularly high in older coastal communities in states such as Florida, Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey and have put a damper on home sales.
Beer Floods Framingham Brewery After Gasket Fails
There's about to be a shortage of a growingly popular local craft beer after a costly malfunction at a brewery in Framingham.
A tropical start to September
Small Business Disaster Planning
If you are running a small business could you recover if your building was destroyed in a flood, fire, or hurricane?
Get Organized To Save Time And Money
You need to get organized! Set up a filing system.
What If Hurricane Sandy Hit Boston?
Tunnels flooded for days. City streets overrun with water. Could we ever see damage like that in Boston?
Where Is Your Important Stuff?
Planning for a catastrophe means you will need to be organized.
Insurance Is A Financial Tool
As one prepares for the catastrophes of life we need to consider insurance as a financial tool.
How To Plan For Natural Disasters
Living here in New England, we are at times smug about disasters for they always seem to happen somewhere else. But we have had our share.
Flooding In Quincy Neighborhood Could Have Been Prevented
Quincy residents are learning a floodgate, that should have protected them, was never closed.
Show Me The Money: An Emergency Fund
A really good use of your refund is to reserve the money for an emergency fund.
Floodwaters In Peabody Worsen Mosquito Problem
Peabody's Public Health Director says mosquitoes there tested positive for West Nile Virus.
Sewage Floods Deerfield & Connecticut Rivers
Massachusetts health officials are urging people not to swim, fish or go boating in portions of the Deerfield and Connecticut Rivers.
Storm Update: Potent Wind & Rain Event Tonight
A strong storm system that has been responsible for the severe weather outbreak over the South-Central and Southeast United States will make its way into Southern New England tonight bringing with it heavy rainfall, strong to damaging winds and the potential for minor coastal flooding at the time of high tide late Saturday Evening through early Sunday Morning..
Bank Of America Faces Flood Insurance Complaints
Some local families are furious with Bank of America. They claim the massive institution bullied them into buying expensive flood insurance which they didn't need.
Flood Watch Through Tomorrow Morning
Upper level winds from the SW are advecting a warm balmy airmass up the east coast. But cooler air is charging back into the eastern half of the country so This warm balmy air is being lifted up, cooled, condenced into steady to heavy rains which are extending from Vermont to the Carolinas today.
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In-Season Tournament ends for Celtics with quarterfinal loss to Pacers
The Celtics will not be heading to Las Vegas for a shot at the first-ever NBA Cup.
Police seek suspects who randomly attacked people in Roxbury, Mission Hill
Boston police are looking for a group of teens accused of randomly attacking multiple people including a disabled person in the Roxbury and Mission Hill area.
Before his death, Lynnfield man revealed to family he was elusive criminal
After more than 50 years on the run from police, a Lynnfield man finally told his family his criminal secret before he died in 2021.
Above the Clouds brings joy to kids facing adversity through wonder of flight
Each year dozens of kids experiencing adversity get the chance to fly a small aircraft and see life from a different perspective.
Scientists say new treatment could replace root canals
A novel treatment could one day replace the "dreaded" root canal.
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Woman from Boston killed by shark while paddle boarding in Bahamas
The woman and a male relative were paddle boarding at a resort about 3/4 mile away from the shore when she was bitten by the shark.
Before his death, Lynnfield man revealed to family he was elusive criminal
After more than 50 years on the run from police, a Lynnfield man finally told his family his criminal secret before he died in 2021.
Police seek suspects who randomly attacked people in Roxbury, Mission Hill
Boston police are looking for a group of teens accused of randomly attacking multiple people including a disabled person in the Roxbury and Mission Hill area.
Lynn family says what seemed like common cold turned out to be deadly RSV case
A Lynn family spent the weekend saying goodbye to a 5-year-old who suddenly and unexpectedly fell sick with RSV Friday.
I-Team: Victim in Kowloon stabbing was wearing lanyard with knife attached
The Essex County District Attorney's Office said there didn't appear to be anyone else involved and the stabbing was an accident.
Health News
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Scientists say new treatment could replace root canals
A novel treatment could one day replace the "dreaded" root canal.
Study finds personalized coaching could help prevent Alzheimer's
A personalized coaching approach could help prevent Alzheimer's in people at risk of developing the disease.
Researchers find weight loss drugs may treat addictive behaviors
Researchers discovered that weight loss drugs may help treat addictive behaviors.
New "brain care score" from MGH can test your risk for dementia, stroke
The test is a simple series of questions that you can answer in a few minutes.
Can weight loss drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy cause heart problems?
Dr. Mallika Marshall says the drugs can increase heart rate, but they may actually help prevent heart disease and stroke.
I-Team
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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
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: Warren says a two-state solution is the way to peace for Palestine and Israel
Sen. Elizabeth Warren talks with Jon Keller about Gaza, cryptocurrency and Big Tech.
Keller @ Large: The state of electric vehicles in Massachusetts
Consumer Reports is out with its new list of the most reliable cars. And while hybrids from many automakers scored well, electric vehicles did not.
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.
Business News
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Holliston small business Boston Honey Co. offers honey, skin care and holiday gifts
From honey and skin care to beeswax candles, Boston Honey Co. has a variety of products that are perfect for the holiday season.
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.
New England Living
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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.
Sports
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In-Season Tournament ends for Celtics with quarterfinal loss to Pacers
The Celtics will not be heading to Las Vegas for a shot at the first-ever NBA Cup.
Zach Wilson "hesitant" to resume starting QB duties for Jets
The Patriots aren't the only AFC East team with a quarterback problem.
Patriots release a hypothetical practice report for Monday
The Patriots' usual weekly schedule is being condensed into just three days, which doesn't leave much time for everyone to hit the practice field.
Cardona on balancing life in NFL with life in Navy reserves
Joe Cardona is best known for wearing his Patriots uniform. But there is another uniform that he dons that is much more important than the one he wears on Sundays.
Celtics optimistic that Kristaps Porzingis could play in In-Season Tournament
The Celtics will be without Kristaps Porzingis on Monday night in the quarterfinals of the In-Season Tournament. If they're able to win and advance, they may get a huge boost for the semis.
Offbeat
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Conjuring House barn catches fire; "spirits" said to be OK
A fire broke out at a barn on "The Conjuring House" property in Rhode Island late Sunday night.
$25 million Mass Lottery winner plans to have "really good Christmas"
This isn't the first time she's hit it big in the lottery.
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.