crime Kerrigan was stopped late at night in Southboro, according to a police report. Massachusetts Democratic Party Chairman Steve Kerrigan speaks at the party’s convention in Worcester in May. John Tolomacki/The Boston Globe Steve Kerrigan, chairman of the Massachusetts Democratic Party, was charged with drunk driving after being stopped in Southborough last month, according to … Read more
Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Announce On Friday 17 July, a unified national street animal management strategy will be immediately implemented, reaffirming that sterilization, rabies vaccination and the trap-neuter-return (TNR) program will remain the country’s official approach to controlling the stray dog population. The declaration also prohibits the use of poisons, mass slaughter, … Read more
communications So far, speed signs have had what officials describe as the desired effect of slowing traffic on specific lanes, DCR says. The speed sign is pictured in 2018 on L Street in South Boston. David L. Ryan/Global Staff New speed signs installed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation across the state — including … Read more
Local news John Benoit, 63, served in the Air Force before fulfilling his “family legacy” by becoming an Everett firefighter, his obituary says. John Benoit, 63, an active-duty firefighter in Everett, died of cancer. Everett Fire Department Firefighter John Benoit died of cancer Saturday after serving with the Everett Fire Department for more than 30 … Read more
Local news The company that owns Cash App allegedly not only failed to protect users from fraud, but enabled it through promotions. Attorney General Andrea Campbell announced on July 8 that $730,000 would be paid to the state of Massachusetts in the Cash App settlement. David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe Written by Darren Zullo July … Read more
There is no doubt that the Suez Canal is one of the most important sea lanes in the world. around 30 percent The total global container trade passes through the canal, while each year more than $1 trillion worth of goods pass through the narrow waterway linking Asia and Europe. For Egypt, the canal provides … Read more
Local news Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement after federal agents arrested a man who posted bail. Bristol County Mayor Paul Heroux in 2022. Lynn Turner/The Boston Globe, File A Massachusetts mayor is highly critical of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, saying the agency is trying to intimidate him into breaking state … Read more
crime State Police reported the vehicle was clocked traveling in excess of 100 mph for more than two miles, with a top speed of 120 mph in “moderate traffic.” Written by Peter Chianka July 2, 2026 | 10:41 am Less than a minute to read A Massachusetts woman faces reckless driving charges after driving up … Read more
Home improvement From the National Register of Historic Places to local historic districts and commissions, navigate the rules around your old home Top: The 18th-century Andrews French House in Topsfield, photographed in 1900 and 1986. Bottom: The house in 2024 when Robert Hardy bought it; The house is in 2025 amid ongoing restoration. Topsfield Historical … Read more
Home improvement Former Homes with History hosts are now sharing their restorations of 300-year-old Massachusetts homes on YouTube. Mike Lemieux and Jane McDonald renovate historic homes throughout Massachusetts with their company Full Circle Homes. Christina Andrews Mike Lemieux and Jane MacDonald grew up in Sandwich and knew each other from school, but after an “awkward … Read more