AG Campbell certifies ballot questions on MCAS, rent control
Politics Andrea Campbell’s certification was the first major step, but more hurdles remain before these questions can be put before voters next fall. State Rep. Mike Connolly and his supporters gather in front of the State House after he received notice that his petition to lift the statewide ban on rent control was certified by […]
Some schools are dismissing early because of the heat
Schools In Boston, however, the first day of school will go on as planned — despite scorching temperatures and a lack of air conditioning in some buildings. Elementary school children look out the windows of a Boston Public Schools bus. David L. Ryan / The Boston Globe, File As sweltering temperatures blanket most of Massachusetts, […]
Devin McCourty was not a fan of Matt Patricia’s ‘experiment’ as Patriots’ offensive play caller
Patriots “That wasn’t a good thing. There was nothing good about that.” Matt Patricia’s short tenure with the Patriots offense was a disaster. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff Devin McCourty achieved plenty of success on the field with Matt Patricia as his defensive coordinator. But even a former captain in McCourty couldn’t bite his tongue when […]
Charles Barkley is disgusted by reports of his ‘good friend’ Bill Belichick being on the hot seat
Patriots “I’m so disgusted with some of these punk (expletive) guys on television talking about Bill being on the hot seat.” Bill Belichick AP Photo/Matt Ludtke Bill Belichick expects Jack Jones to be available for Week 1 Steve Belichick on Bill Belichick: He’s ‘obviously old’, but not stuck in his ways If it were up […]
One of Vermont’s most photographed foliage spots closing to tourists this fall
New England Travel Road closures in Pomfret, Vermont, are due to “an unprecedented surge in Instagram and TikTok-fueled tourist influencers.” Sleepy Hollow Farm in Pomfret, Vermont. Allison Richards / flickr A Vermont farm has become so popular on social media that it’s now off limits to tourists this fall. 15 New England destinations are among […]
Red Sox promote relief prospect Luis Guerrero to Triple-A Worcester
Red Sox Luis Guerrero spent his entire 2023 with Double-A Portland until now. Newly-promoted Worcester Red Sox reliever Luis Guerrero pitches during this year’s Futures Game. Steph Chambers/Getty One of the Red Sox organization’s best pitchers is now one step closer to playing in Boston. Corey Kluber to begin rehab assignment Friday with hope of […]
More wild Atlantic salmon found in U.S. rivers than any time in the past decade, officials say
Environment The salmon were once abundant in American rivers, but factors such as overfishing, loss of habitat and pollution reduced their populations to only a handful of rivers in Maine. Atlantic salmon swim in a pen in Eastport, Maine. AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty and Jason Leighton, File By PATRICK WHITTLE, Associated Press September 6, 2023 […]
Vermont man tells police he killed a woman and her adult son, officials say
Crime Christopher Ellis, 54, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Michael Garvin, 52, and Lucy Garvin, 79. By Associated Press September 6, 2023 | 1:26 PM BRATTLEBORO, Vt. (AP) — A Vermont man told police he killed a mother and son last week in their Whittingham home where he […]
Diners are eating out earlier in the evening. (Afternoon, practically.) And Boston is here for it.
The Boston Globe Around the region, chefs are reporting that their places start hopping as early as 3 p.m., peaking around 5:30 or 6. And that’s been good for just about everyone involved. Douglass Williams, chef-owner of Mida, at the restaurant’s new location in East Boston. JOSH REYNOLDS FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE By Alison Arnett, […]
Corey Kluber to begin rehab assignment Friday with hope of returning this season
Red Sox Kluber is currently on the 60-day IL with shoulder inflammation. Corey Kluber looks to return to the Red Sox amid their playoff push. Brandon Sloter/AP Photo The Boston Red Sox could be gaining reinforcements to aid in their playoff push as the final month of the season begins. What makes a Red Sox […]