Frederick ‘Flips' Richard breaks world backflip record
Olympic gymnast and Stoughton, Massachusetts, native Frederick Richard has his sights set on a world record for a good cause.
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Watch every day of the second Karen Read murder trial
The trial of Karen Read, a woman arrested on suspicion of killing her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, by hitting him with her SUV and leaving him to die in a snowy line, has gripped people in Massachusetts and beyond. There are scores of witnesses, very detailed evidence and controversial theories and allegations in the case. W... -
Priced out: How Boston's college housing crunch displaces longtime residents
Affordable housing advocacy groups say competition from college students can leave local residents priced out of their neighborhoods and unable to afford rising rent
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Kristian Campbell named AL Rookie of the Month for March/April
Red Sox second baseman Kristian Campbell has been named the American League Rookie of the Month for March and April.
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Questions on Stop & Shop stores' price disparities remain after changes at 1 location
The teen volunteers from the Hyde Square Task Force found similar prices at Jackson Square compared to Dedham, Massachusetts, but prices are still higher elsewhere in Boston
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Ex-Mass. State Police sergeant convicted in driver's license bribery scandal
A former Massachusetts State Police sergeant who was among six people charged in a scheme to take bribes in exchange for giving passing scores on commercial driving tests was found guilty in federal court Friday on most counts, prosecutors said.
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Celtics-Knicks playoff history: A look back at the storied rivalry
The Celtics and Knicks are set for their first postseason series since 2013 and their 16th in NBA history. Here’s a look back at the history between the archrivals.
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Overtime runs on Dunkin': Streetwear company drops new limited-edition clothing line
Streetwear company Overtime is collaborating with Dunkin’ on a new limited-edition clothing line that dropped Friday. “OT x Dunkin’ just dropped,” the athletic wear company announced in an email advertising the new line, which features the Massachusetts-based coffee giant’s famous orange and pink color scheme. Some of ... -
Patriots Mailbag: Uncovering UDFA gems, and other roster questions
Which UDFAs have the best chance to make the team? Phil Perry tackles that question and more in his post-NFL Draft Patriots Mailbag.
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Boy's body found nearly 2 weeks after he fell into Merrimack River
The body of a boy who was reported missing after falling into the Merrimack River nearly two weeks ago has been found, the family said Friday.
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When storms will hit Boston this weekend, and when to expect clearer weather
We’re tracking rain and potential strong storms for the weekend. Yup, another weekend in a row with rain in the forecast here in Boston.
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Telling Brunson stat hints at blueprint for Celtics beating Knicks
Big games for Jalen Brunson don’t always equate to wins, and that’s important for the Celtics to remember in this second-round series.
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Boston board rejects 70-unit housing project with no parking
A proposed 70-unit development in South Boston without dedicated parking spaces for residents could have been a model for transit-oriented housing in the city.
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Motorcyclist killed in Yarmouth crash
A motorcyclist was killed in a crash in Yarmouth, Massachusetts, on Thursday afternoon, police said. Yarmouth police said they responded to the intersection of Station Avenue and Wood Road around 4 p.m. for a report of a crash. Initial reports indicated that it was a single-vehicle crash, and the motorcyclist had struck a mailbox. Officers arrived ... -
Celtics' looming roster changes shouldn't distract from Banner 19 quest
This Celtics team may look different in the fall, and that’s all the more reason to live in the moment of their playoff journey, writes Chris Forsberg.
