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An elementary school teacher in Attleborough, Massachusetts, is on administrative leave after being accused of slapping two students. Superintendent David Sawyer of Attleborough Public Schools said Wednesday that the district learned of the allegations late Tuesday afternoon from administrators at Thatcher Elementary School. “Administrators l...

A flock of turkeys made its presence known in Brookline, Massachusetts, on Wednesday, hours before Turkey Day. Nearly two dozen wild turkeys trotted and fluttered down Pleasant Street, causing onlookers to crane their heads at the apparent show of force on the ground and the air. The birds are no stranger to Brookline — they were commemorated on th...

It’s time to Bundle Up, New England! Help keep our kids warm this winter by donating a new or gently worn coat with our drive in partnership with nonprofit Cradles to Crayons.

Mail delays in Boston remain a hot topic for city, state and federal officials who’ve been inundated with complaints. They’re now calling on the U.S. Postal Service to act.

The most anticipated shopping event of the holiday season is expected to break records this year. According to the National Retail Federation, over 183 million people are planning to shop in-store and online from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year. But setting an alarm to brave the crowds for deeply discounted items the day after Thank...

Banks wants you to be on alert for scams this holiday season, and they’re educating the public with a creative campaign: An interactive quiz to test your knowledge. So, when you’re home with family this Thanksgiving holiday, strike up a little friendly competition and see how each of you stack up. Each year, millions of Americans fall v...

How should the Patriots defend a mobile QB like Anthony Richardson in Week 13? Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry break down the best strategy.

Boston’s biggest Thanksgiving feast returned to TD Garden on Wednesday. Among the volunteers who threw on an apron and served up hundreds of hot meals to those in need were Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox. “The holidays are a time when people really pull together and make sure tha...

Brian Hoyer explains what Drake Maye and the Patriots offense should try to optimize during the final five games of the 2024 season.

New NWSL club BOS Nation said Tuesday it is considering a name change following public backlash from its initial announcement in October.

A local nonprofit is coordinating a massive Thanksgiving operation of 1,700 plates. About 400 diners will enjoy meals in person at Malden High School, while the rest can expect Thanksgiving Day deliveries. It’s a massive undertaking that requires an army of food preparers donating their time — and their kitchens. Days before Thanksgivin...

Police on Cape Cod say a woman threatened two teenagers on a golf course with what appeared to be a gun Wednesday afternoon. Authorities in Barnstable, Massachusetts, initially gave limited information, asking the public to avoid Race Lane between Route 149 and Osterville West Barnstable Road due to an active police investigation. Barnstable police...

How can the Patriots improve their offense, specifically at WR and offensive tackle? Phil Perry unveils his five-point plan to fix the mess.