Crime Authorities started investigating 40-year-old Jean Andre Bontiffe after he allegedly tried to go through airport security using a fake driver’s license bearing the name of one of the victims. A New York man is facing charges after he allegedly withdrew money from Massachusetts residents’ bank accounts using fake passports, the Massachusetts U.S. Attorney’s Office … [Read more…]
Bruins’ Jakub Lauko details close call with skate blade; talks neck-guard safety
Bruins “I’m just grateful that I can be here after two weeks.” Jakub Lauko hopes to be back with the Bruins in the coming weeks. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) “Grateful” and “lucky” were the two most common words echoed by Jakub Lauko during his media scrum on Wednesday at Warrior Ice Arena. Just over two weeks … [Read more…]
Nantucket residents again rejected a proposal to limit short-term rentals
New England Travel Islanders voted 523-431 against the proposal. A view of the Brant Point lighthouse on Nantucket. Joseph Prezioso / Getty Images Nantucket residents once again voted down a proposal to limit short-term rentals on the island during a special town meeting on Tuesday night. This Maine island just ranked higher than Nantucket on … [Read more…]
Woman in custody following double stabbing in Stoneham
Crime Stoneham police said there is no threat to the public following a double stabbing at a home on San Jose Terrace Wednesday morning. Police in Stoneham said two women are expected to survive after a double stabbing Wednesday morning. Officers responded to a reported stabbing at a home on San Jose Terrance shortly after … [Read more…]
Tacko Fall says he misses playing in Boston
Celtics The former Celtics big man posted on X that he misses his time with the Celtics. Former Celtics center Tacko Fall misses Boston. John Raoux/AP Photo Jayson Tatum named Eastern Conference Player of the Week Despite no longer being a Celtic, Tacko Fall still loves Boston. An X user with the handle @c0rliest replied … [Read more…]
Here’s what Craig Breslow said about the Red Sox’ offseason plans
Red Sox Pitchers will likely be added, the designated hitter position may be different, and a former Red Sox hurler might come back to Boston as pitching coach. Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow speaking to the media at the GM meetings in Arizona. Matt York/AP Photo The Craig Breslow Era of Red Sox … [Read more…]
Maine looks to pay funeral costs for families of mass shooting victims
Local News The Lewiston shootings killed 18 people, wounded 13 and sent the city into a lockdown until the gunman’s body was discovered two days later. Community members gather Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, during a candlelight vigil in Auburn, Maine. AP Photo/Matt York By PATRICK WHITTLE, Associated Press November 8, 2023 | 2:38 PM PORTLAND, … [Read more…]
Feds: Alleged sex ring drew politicians, business execs to brothels in Mass.
Crime “This commercial sex ring was built on secrecy and exclusivity, catering to a wealthy and well-connected clientele,” the acting U.S. attorney for Massachusetts said. Acting U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Joshua Levy speaks at an unrelated press conference Monday. Suzanne Kreiter / The Boston Globe Federal prosecutors on Wednesday announced three arrests tied to a … [Read more…]
Senate seat flip in central Mass. a win for GOP under new leadership
Local News State Rep. Peter Durant is set to join the Massachusetts Senate in a notable win for the Massachusetts GOP. GOP state Rep. Peter Durant defeated Democratic state Rep. Jon Zlotnik Tuesday night to flip a seat in the Massachusetts Senate, a notable win for Republicans and potential boon for the party under new … [Read more…]
Report: Mac Jones’s decision making has ‘infuriated’ people inside Patriots organization
Patriots “They’ve been sold this smart, efficient, game-managing quarterback and they’re not getting it.” Mac Jones. AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) Mac Jones hasn’t lived up to his billing as a strong decision-maker at the quarterback position, and it’s left people inside the Patriots organization angry, according to Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated. “One thing that’s really … [Read more…]