Casey Affleck Drafts Letter in Support of Bill That Protects Baby Monkeys in Massachusetts

Casey Affleck, who has repeatedly stuck his neck out in support of animals, is at it again. The Oscar-winning actor has drafted a letter to legislators in his home state of Massachusetts — Senator Lydia Edwards and Representative Michael Day serve as …

At a Massachusetts cafe, helping the community is on the menu

Christopher and Nathan Silvia transformed a neglected storefront in Fall River, Mass., into a cafe. (Nathan Silvia)Christopher’s, in Fall River, Mass., does more for the community than serving meals. The cafe, which is owned by the husband-and-husband team …

Jesús D. Suárez Honored in El Salvador for His Contributions to Health, Arts, and Social Change from Massachusetts

Dr. Jesús D. Suárez receives dual honors in El Salvador for his leadership in global health, cultural innovation, and social transformation. SOUTHBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, July 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jesús D. Suárez, Puerto Rican Based …

Massachusetts updates jury instructions on eyewitness ID

Comment period closes Sept. 16 In brief SJC committee proposes 2025 revisions to eyewitness ID instructions New guidance uses plain language to explain memory fallibility Updates address stress, witness confidence, and outside influence Public comments on …

America's 4 Safest Beaches are in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is a great summer destination, especially if you want to lie on the beach and bask in the sun. Cape Cod alone has over 100 beaches offering everything from calm bays to those with big waves. One thing you don't want to worry about when …

Are there enough firefighters per engine? Not in Massachusetts, says national standard

This Is The Most Beautiful Restaurant In Massachusetts

One thing I will say about living in the Commonwealth is that we have many locally owned restaurants, particularly those that are clean rather than dirty. I prefer entering a restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere that is free of anything that might deter …

Massachusetts woman faces several domestic violence charges

Gianna Torres, 27, of Dracut, Mass., was arrested on July 16 in connection with a domestic violence incident at the Nashua District Court. Courtesy photo/Nashua Police Department SIGN UP TO CONTINUE Print Subscriber? Sign Up for Full Access! Unlimited …

Heat advisory in effect across most of Massachusetts, record highs possible

We have begun another hot and humid stretch and for some, this will be the third heat wave of the summer in Boston.  The WBZ Weather Team has highlighted both Tuesday and Wednesday as NEXT Weather Alert Days.  The National Weather Service has issued …

Housing prices on the rise again throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts

Buying a home in Rhode Island is getting more expensive by the month. The Rhode Island Association of Realtors says the median sale price for a home in June is $520,000. That's up over 5% from this time last year, and more than 70% percent higher than …