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BOSTON NEWS

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Boston Police Report Rise in Crimes and Scams Targeting Seniors

September 30, 2025

Boston, September 30, 2025 News Summary The Boston Police Department reported 226 incidents in a 24-hour period, including 10 aggravated assaults and a rise in scams targeting older residents. Authorities seek...

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Harvard College Democrats Endorse Local Candidates

September 30, 2025

Cambridge, September 30, 2025 News Summary The Harvard College Democrats have officially endorsed City Council candidates Ayah Al-Zubi and Stanislav Rivkin, as well as School Committee challenger Caitlin E. Dube. This...

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Everett Mayor’s Audit Reveals Controversial Payments

September 30, 2025

Everett, Massachusetts, September 30, 2025 News Summary An audit has uncovered that Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria received an additional $31,000 in cost-of-living adjustments in 2023. It is linked to state investigators...

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Boston Proposes Ban on E-Bikes and Mopeds for Food Delivery

September 30, 2025

Boston, September 30, 2025 News Summary City Councilor Ed Flynn has introduced a proposal to ban e-bikes and mopeds from third-party food delivery services in Boston following a fatal collision. The...

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Massachusetts Leaders Urge Compromise to Avoid Federal Shutdown

September 30, 2025

Boston, September 30, 2025 News Summary In a critical moment for Massachusetts, lawmakers are struggling to reach an agreement on federal funding, with health care becoming the central issue. The government...

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Revival of Thornton Wilder’s ‘Our Town’ at Lyric Stage

September 30, 2025

Boston, September 30, 2025 News Summary The Lyric Stage Company of Boston presents a revival of Thornton Wilder’s classic play ‘Our Town’, running through October 19. Directed by Courtney O’Connor, the...

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Community Mourns Loss of Robert J. O’Connor

September 30, 2025

Norwood, MA, September 30, 2025 News Summary Robert J. O’Connor, a beloved community member and longtime accountant, passed away at the age of 63. Known for his contributions to youth sports...

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Boston’s Rose Kennedy Greenway Hosts Fall Fest and Movie Nights

September 30, 2025

Boston, September 30, 2025 News Summary Boston’s Rose Kennedy Greenway will feature a weekend filled with family-friendly activities, including a Fall Fest on October 3 and the start of Greenway Fall...

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TJ Maxx to Close Newbury Street Location in Boston

September 30, 2025

Back Bay, Boston, September 30, 2025 News Summary TJ Maxx has announced the permanent closure of its store located on Newbury Street in Boston’s Back Bay, expected by early 2026. This...

SCHOOL NEWS

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Massachusetts Struggles with Student Academic Recovery Post-Pandemic

September 30, 2025

News Summary Massachusetts students continue to face significant challenges in recovering academically from the COVID-19 pandemic, as indicated by disappointing MCAS test scores. The latest assessments revealed that no student...

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Boston Universities Receive Failing Grades for Free Speech Climate

September 23, 2025

News Summary An evaluation by The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression revealed that many Boston-area universities, including Harvard and Northeastern, received failing marks for their free speech policies. Alarming...

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117 High School Football Games Scheduled in Boston Metro Area

September 23, 2025

News Summary This weekend, Boston’s metro area will host 117 high school football games from September 18 to September 20. Key matchups include Duxbury vs. Hanover and St. John’s Prep...

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MTA Urges Schools to Protect Teachers’ Free Speech Rights

September 23, 2025

News Summary The Massachusetts Teachers Association is demanding that school officials refrain from punishing educators who criticized a conservative activist’s assassination on social media. With multiple teachers placed on administrative...

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High School Football Weekend in Boston Metro Area

September 16, 2025

News Summary This weekend, the Boston metro area will host 110 high school football games, featuring key matchups like King Philip Regional vs. North Attleborough and St. John’s Prep vs....

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Boston Student Stabbed in School Incident

September 16, 2025

News Summary A 17-year-old student was stabbed at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School in Boston, causing chaos and a police response. The victim sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized....

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Boston Reviews Exam School Admissions Policy Amid Equity Concerns

September 16, 2025

News Summary The Boston School Committee is re-evaluating its exam school admissions policy due to community feedback and concerns about equity. Various proposals have been suggested to develop a more...

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Boston Latin School Named Massachusetts’ Best High School

September 9, 2025

News Summary Boston Latin School has been ranked as the top high school in Massachusetts by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings show that 43% of Massachusetts high schools...

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High School Football Returns to Boston Metro Area

September 9, 2025

News Summary The Boston metro area welcomes the return of high school football with 88 games slated over three days. With teams starting the season at 0-0, fans can look...

UNIVERSTIES NEWS

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UMass Boston Declares All-Clear After Police Incident

September 23, 2025

News Summary The University of Massachusetts Boston has announced an all-clear after a police response was triggered by an unconfirmed report of a shooting. The incident, which began in the...

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UMass Boston Declares All-Clear After Police Incident

September 23, 2025

News Summary UMass Boston declared an all-clear after a reported shooting led to a strong police response on campus. Police received a call about gunfire but found no evidence of...

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UMass Boston Declares All-Clear After Police Incident

September 16, 2025

News Summary The University of Massachusetts Boston issued an all-clear after a police response to an unconfirmed shooting report on campus. Though significant police presence was observed, there were no...

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UMass Boston Clears Campus After Unconfirmed Gunfire Report

September 16, 2025

News Summary UMass Boston declared an all-clear after a police response to unconfirmed reports of gunfire on campus. The incident led to precautionary evacuations and a lockdown, but no evidence...

Students evacuating UMass Boston amid police response to shots fired report

UMass Boston Campus All Clear After Shots Fired Incident

September 16, 2025

News Summary UMass Boston police have confirmed the campus is safe following reports of shots fired that caused significant panic and a swift law enforcement response. Students were evacuated, and...

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UMass Boston Responds to False Gunfire Reports

September 16, 2025

News Summary A significant police response at UMass Boston was triggered by unverified reports of gunfire, causing chaos and evacuations among students. Despite initial fears and alerts, law enforcement found...

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Boston University to Construct Tallest Mass Timber Building

September 9, 2025

News Summary Boston University is developing the tallest mass timber structure in the Northeast, a 186-foot building for the Frederick S. Pardee School for Global Studies. Designed by Diller Scofidio...

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Undocumented Student Faces Tuition Inequities in Massachusetts

September 9, 2025

News Summary An undocumented student at the University of Massachusetts Boston experiences challenges under the state’s new tuition equity law. Despite her hard work, the law’s three-year residency requirement limits...

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UMass to Offer Free Tuition for Low-Income Residents

September 2, 2025

News Summary Starting in fall 2025, the University of Massachusetts will implement a free tuition program for residents from households earning $75,000 or less. This initiative, part of a broader...

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Framingham Welcomes New L.L. Bean Store This November

September 30, 2025

News Summary L.L. Bean is set to launch its 12th store in Massachusetts this November, located in Framingham. The new outlet will span over 20,000 square feet and offer a...

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Massachusetts to Hold Hearing on Bitcoin Reserve Bill

September 30, 2025

News Summary A new bill proposed by Republican state Senator Peter Durant in Massachusetts aims to create a Bitcoin strategic reserve. The legislation will allow the state treasury to invest...

Urban view of Massachusetts highlighting affordability issues.

Massachusetts Faces Population Exodus Amid High Living Costs

September 29, 2025

News Summary A report from the Massachusetts Taxpayer Foundation highlights that the state’s high cost of living and stagnant job growth are pushing residents to consider relocating. The ‘2025 Competitiveness...

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Closure of Big Chicken Restaurant in Peabody, MA

September 29, 2025

News Summary Shaquille O’Neal’s Big Chicken restaurant has closed in Peabody, Massachusetts, just a year after its opening. The first Massachusetts location has been removed from the Northshore Mall directory,...

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Starbucks to Close Multiple Locations in Massachusetts

September 29, 2025

News Summary Starbucks has announced it will close several underperforming stores in Massachusetts, including a notable location in Boston’s Government Center. This move is part of a nationwide restructuring aimed...

Retail scene in Massachusetts with Starbucks and L.L. Bean storefronts

Massachusetts Retail Landscape Shifts with Starbucks Closures and L.L. Bean Expansion

September 28, 2025

News Summary Massachusetts sees a transformation in its retail scene, highlighted by Starbucks closing five locations to streamline operations and L.L. Bean expanding with a new store aimed at improving...

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Trump Proposes Tariffs on Imported Pharmaceuticals

September 28, 2025

News Summary President Trump has announced significant tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals, aimed at encouraging domestic manufacturing. Major pharmaceutical companies in Massachusetts, such as Moderna, AstraZeneca, and Biogen, claim they will...

Exterior view of the new L.L. Bean store in Framingham.

L.L. Bean to Open New Store in Framingham This November

September 27, 2025

News Summary L.L. Bean is set to open its 12th store in Massachusetts this November at Fresh Market Plaza in Framingham. The new location will occupy over 20,000 square feet...

Closed Starbucks store sign in Massachusetts

Starbucks to Close Multiple Locations in Massachusetts

September 27, 2025

News Summary Starbucks has announced that it will close over 20 locations across Massachusetts starting September 28 as part of its restructuring efforts. The company is reviewing its North American...

NATIONAL/US NEWS

Visual representation of Deutsche Pfandbriefbank's exit from the U.S. market.

Deutsche Pfandbriefbank Exits U.S. Market Amid Challenges

June 18, 2025

News Summary Deutsche Pfandbriefbank has announced its withdrawal from the U.S. market, citing unexpected expenses and challenges within commercial real estate. The bank is winding down its U.S. operations, which...

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Trump Exits G7 Early Over Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions

June 17, 2025

News Summary President Donald Trump cut short his attendance at the G7 summit due to rising tensions between Israel and Iran. His early departure was influenced by Israel’s airstrikes on...

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Protests Rise in Venice Over Bezos’ Lavish Wedding

June 15, 2025

News Summary Venice is abuzz with anticipation and tension as Jeff Bezos prepares for his extravagant wedding with Lauren Sanchez. Scheduled over three days, the event draws a star-studded guest...

Grocery store workers striking for better conditions in Colorado.

Strike Looming for Safeway and Albertsons Workers in Colorado

June 15, 2025

News Summary Workers at Safeway and Albertsons in Colorado are preparing to strike following unsuccessful contract negotiations spanning nine months. Members of the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 7...

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Donald Trump’s Financial Disclosure Reveals Stunning Wealth

June 15, 2025

News Summary Donald Trump’s recent financial disclosure has drawn attention, showing over $600 million in income and $1.6 billion in assets. The 234-page document highlights profits from various ventures including...

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Nino Paoli: A Rising Talent in Journalism

June 15, 2025

News Summary Nino Paoli has recently been recognized as a Dow Jones News Fund Fellow, showcasing his dedication and potential in journalism. Currently working at Fortune, he contributes valuable insights...

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Escalating Tensions Between Israel and Iran Trigger Surge in Oil Prices

June 15, 2025

News Summary Israel’s unprecedented attack on Iran’s nuclear and military sites has sent shockwaves through global markets, resulting in a significant surge in oil prices. U.S. oil prices jumped over...

Alert for Anker PowerCore 10000 charger recall due to fire hazard

Important Recall Alert for Anker PowerCore 10000 Chargers

June 14, 2025

News Summary Anker has issued a recall for its PowerCore 10000 portable chargers due to serious fire hazards. Over 1.1 million units purchased between June 2016 and December 2022 are...

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Consumer Debt in the U.S. Surpasses $1 Trillion

June 14, 2025

News Summary Consumer debt in the U.S. has reached alarming levels, exceeding $1 trillion in credit card debt alone. This increase is largely attributed to the alluring nature of buy-now,...

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