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Discover the truth behind New England's Dark Day. In 1780 darkness mystery panicked locals, but scientists trace the black skies to a massive 1780 forest fire.

A pair of alleged “Cactus Bandits” were caught on camera taking a cactus centerpiece from Fall River’s Belmont Club.

Despite a $32M budget deficit, New Bedford Fourth of July fireworks and the Summer Sound Series are fully funded for summer 2026. Enjoy the harbor events and free downtown music.

Gillette Stadium becomes Boston Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Foxboro prepares for soccer, grass fields and parking changes.

Taunton drug ring leader Joshua Nazario gets up to 8.5 years in prison after a Bristol County D.A. fentanyl, cocaine, and firearm wiretap investigation.

New Bedford animal control officer rescues 11 ducklings from an Emerson Street sewer drain, reuniting the duck family at Buttonwood Pond.

Six Flags New England has strict nighttime chaperone rules for guests under 18.

Massachusetts reminds you to leave fireworks to the professionals.

The Katie Brown Educational Program helps students recognize unhealthy relationships and prevent teen dating violence in local schools.

A free Nantucket home is up for grabs, but moving costs, conservation laws and land restrictions make this real estate deal complicated.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spent her college years at Boston University, where activism, student leadership and a Kennedy internship shaped her early path.

Fall River launches its first Seafood Festival featuring tastings, oysters, music, food trucks and free Water Taxi rides.