20 Sep, 2026

Phillies hit three home runs, beat Diamondbacks 6-1 for 3-2 NLCS lead

MLB Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmulto each hit home runs Saturday. The Phillies picked up a decisive win on Saturday night. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) By DAVID BRANDT, Associated Press October 22, 2023 | 12:11 AM PHOENIX (AP) — Zack Wheeler delivered another postseason gem […]

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Contractors find possible pipe bombs in vacant Newburyport home

Local News A state police bomb squad x-rayed the items but were still unable to tell whether they were actual bombs or just props. Newburyport police and firefighters are investigating after contractors discovered four possible pipe bombs in a home they were working on, authorities said. Police and firefighters responded to a home on Purchase […]

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As home costs soar, Massachusetts governor unveils $4B proposal to build and preserve housing

Politics Healey said the legislation, if approved by lawmakers, would be the largest housing investment in state history and create tens of thousands of new homes. Massachusetts Democratic Gov. Maura Healey talks about a proposed tax relief packages, Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, at the Statehouse in Boston. APAP Photo/Steve LeBlanc, File By STEVE LeBLANC, Associated […]

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What kind of income does it take to buy a starter home in Boston — and beyond?

Home Buying Shoppers are flocking to neighboring states in search of more affordable housing. There are strategies first-time home buyers can use to make their path a little easier. . By Robyn A. Friedman — Globe Correspondent October 18, 2023 | 11:04 AM If you’re looking to purchase a starter home in Greater Boston, get […]

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67-year-old man tied up, assaulted during N.H. home invasion

Crime Police said warrants will be forthcoming for the three suspects. A 67-year-old man was injured Saturday when three men broke into his home in Brentwood, New Hampshire, tied him up, and beat him, according to police.  Brentwood police said officers responded to the residence on Smith Road where the 67-year-old, suffering from a “visible […]

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Neo-Nazi group targets Gov. Maura Healey’s Arlington home

Politics “These Neo-Nazis and white supremacists are trying to scare people from exercising their rights and standing up to their hate,” Healey said. “We won’t tolerate it in Massachusetts.” Craig F. Walker/Boston Globe Staff, File Gov. Maura Healey avowed that Massachusetts won’t tolerate fear-mongering from white supremacists after a local neo-Nazi group held a demonstration […]

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‘Not an ideal uninvited guest’: Police help remove large snake from Cape Cod home

Local News “Not something you see every day in Orleans.” A snake was found in an Orleans home. Orleans police A Cape Cod resident made an unsettling discovery in their home on Friday — a “very large” snake in their closet. Orleans police responded to the residence to help remove the reptile, which the department […]

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Twins stop record 18-game postseason skid on strength of Royce Lewis home runs

MLB “It was a blessing to play today. That atmosphere was electric,” said Lewis, whose two-run shot off Kevin Gausman in the first inning and leadoff drive in the third sent the sellout crowd into a frenzy. Minnesota’s Royce Lewis celebrates after a home run. Abbie Parr/AP Photo By DAVE CAMPBELL, Associated Press October 4, […]

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Student driver crashes into Brockton home

Local News The driver and the vehicle’s passenger were not injured in the crash. A student driver crashed into a Brockton home on Monday evening, city police said. Police said the driver and their passenger were not injured.  Student driver loses control of vehicle, crashes into Brockton home, police say https://t.co/RHU2vmsb2I — Boston 25 News […]

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Dad who won an appeal in college admissions bribery case gets 6 months home confinement for tax offense

Local News John Wilson, 64, of Lynnfield, was also ordered to complete 250 hours of community service and pay a $75,000 fine. John Wilson, left, and his wife leave federal court after he was found guilty of participating in a fraudulent college admissions scheme, Oct. 8, 2021, in Boston. The former Staples Inc. executive Wilson, […]

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