Patriots reportedly ‘in trade discussions’ over kicker Nick Folk
Morning Sports Update Folk could be supplanted by rookie Chad Ryland. Nick Folk kicking a field goal against the Texans during a Patriots preseason game. Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini The Red Sox were thoroughly beaten by the Astros 13-5 on Monday. Houston second baseman Jose Altuve hit for the cycle. The two teams play […]
Not over yet: Late-summer COVID wave brings warning of more to come
COVID Hospitalizations are still low but have been rising in recent weeks, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A wave of COVID-19 outbreaks is raising fears about more infections in the fall and winter. Jeenah Moon / The New York Times By Julie Bosman, New York Times Service updated on August 29, […]
Airlines tried to stop fake service animals. It kept blind people off flights.
National News Eva guides Elizabeth Schoen along a trail at Gravelly Point Park. Craig Hudson/The Washington Post By Amanda Morris, Washington Post August 29, 2023 | 9:35 AM Elizabeth Schoen’s guide dog, Eva, is trained to help her navigate crowded, chaotic environments such as airports. The black Labrador knows how to find elevators, follow crowds […]
Who are the winners and losers from Patriots preseason and training camp?
Patriots Even with limited preseason reps, Mac Jones has had a strong summer in Bill O’Brien’s new offense. Mac Jones and the Patriots now turn their sights to the regular season. AP Photo/John Amis After 18 practices and three preseason games, the Patriots are ready to set their sights on the 2023 regular season. And […]
Parents of Maine teen who died on school-sponsored hiking trip in New Hampshire sue in federal court
Local News The lawsuit contends a 17-year-old died from a heat stroke and that the school district and two staff members were negligent. By Associated Press August 29, 2023 | 8:22 AM PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The parents of a 17-year-old Maine boy who died on a school-sponsored hiking and camping trip are suing the […]
Two Massachusetts men seriously injured in New Hampshire UTV crash
Local News While traveling down a steep incline the UTV flipped over and hit a tree, officials said. Two Massachusetts men were seriously injured in a utility task vehicle (UTV) crash in Berlin, New Hampshire on Sunday afternoon, according to New Hampshire Fish and Game. 26-year-old Dezheng Hong of Quincy was the passenger of a […]
Transportation Secretary Gina Fiandaca steps down from Healey Administration
Politics No reason was provided as to why Fiandaca is stepping down from her role only eight months into the position. Gina Fiandaca will step down as transportation secretary after only eight months in the role. Photo by Pat Greenhouse/Globe Staff Transportation Secretary Gina Fiandaca will prematurely step down from her role as Gov. Maura […]
Jose Altuve hits for the cycle as Astros crush Red Sox 13-5
Red Sox Jose Altuve hit a 2 run home run during eighth inning. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff By KYLE HIGHTOWER, Associated Press August 28, 2023 BOSTON (AP) — Jose Altuve completed the first cycle of his career with a two-run homer over the Green Monster in the eighth inning, and the Houston Astros rolled past […]
Red Sox reportedly continue to scout Japanese ace pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Red Sox So far this season, Yamamoto has posted a 13-5 record to go along with a 1.34 ERA and a 0.896 WHIP. Yoshinobu Yamamoto is expected to be one of the top free agents on the market this offseason. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko) Just a year after the Red Sox added an impact bat from […]
What Mac Jones said about preseason reps, trash-talk, and more on WEEI
Patriots “I do think we’re ready.” Mac Jones only played three series during preseason action. (AP Photo/John Amis) Patriots QB Mac Jones appeared on WEEI’s “Jones & Mego” show on Monday evening, touching on a variety of topics such as his preseason reps, looming roster cuts, and more. Here are a few highlights from Jones’ extended radio […]