Easter

About 40,000 people were expected to take part in the annual tradition.

See photos from Easter celebrations of celebs such as Paris Hilton, David and Victoria Beckham, Gwyneth Paltrow and more.

The trees are budding, the days are longer and Easter is finally here. Whether you’re craving something savory or sweet to brighten up your holiday, plenty of food brands and restaurants are serving up deals and specials in the days leading up to Easter — Sunday, March 31 — and on the big day.

Many stores have closed their doors to let their employees enjoy the holiday, while others want to be your go-to place for last-minute items for your Easter basket or Easter brunch.

The cost of filling a basket or completing a Seder plate reflect a market scrambled by disease, high demand and growing costs for farmers.

Palm Sunday will be celebrated by Christians worldwide this Sunday. It commemorates the Christian belief in the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, when palm branches were strewn before him. It marks the start of Holy Week. The church’s most solemn week also includes the Good Friday and Easter. The Palm Sunday liturgy traditionally starts with a blessing of the...

A 12-year-old boy from Worcester is giving back to those in need, helping kids in shelters with one Easter basket at a time. Josh Sowden’s wish is to give every kid a very Happy Easter and he’s doing just that. All by making and donating baskets full of goodies to kids living in shelters. “I feel very happy knowing...

A 12-year-old boy is putting together Easter baskets in an effort to spread happiness to families in need this spring — after experiencing homelessness themselves.