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Troubling ‘treats’: On the Cape, needles, in Central Mass, alcoholic candy found after Halloween

Crime Police said a child in Sandwich found needles in his candy, while in West Boylston, children were given tequila-infused chocolates. Police in two Massachusetts towns reported children finding needles in their candy, as well as some trick-or-treaters receiving tequila-infused chocolates. Courtesy of Sandwich Police Department Both needles and alcoholic candies were reportedly found in … [Read more…]

CBS Boston offices splashed with paint and pro-Palestinian graffiti

Local News A number of buildings around Greater Boston have been vandalized and targeted with graffiti amid escalating tensions tied to the Israel-Hamas war. A view of the WBZ Studio, 1170 Soldiers Field Road. David L Ryan/Boston Globe Staff, File Boston police are investigating after CBS Boston’s Brighton office was vandalized with red paint and … [Read more…]

Victor Wembanyama dazzles in 5th NBA game, shows why he’s most-hyped prospect in years

NBA Some say the 7-foot-4 Frenchman is a taller version of Kevin Durant. Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant fouls San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Nov 2, 2023, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri) Rick Scuteri/AP Photo By DAVID BRANDT, Associated Press November 3, 2023 … [Read more…]

Craig Breslow’s big brain Red Sox’ new plan in sport building toward the middle

Red Sox We can’t be sure exactly what Breslow has planned, but we all know what he needs to do as the Red Sox’ new chief baseball officer. Craig Breslow and Sam Kennedy made up the entirely of the dais at Thursday’s press conference at Fenway Park. Barry Chin/Globe Staff COMMENTARY Craig Breslow, as you’re … [Read more…]

James Harden determined to fit in on Clippers’ loaded roster after messy Philadelphia exit

NBA Harden was traded to the Clippers on Tuesday. James Harden responds to a reporter’s question as he is introduced as the newest member of the Los Angeles Clippers at a news conference at the NBA baketball team’s training facility Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel) Richard Vogel/AP Photo By JOE … [Read more…]

Sharon man found dead in his home in ‘apparent homicide’

Local News “Neighbors should be assured that, given what we know at this time, there is no ongoing threat to the neighborhood or the town related to this incident.” A 62-year-old Sharon man was found in his home with “obvious injury” and then pronounced dead at the scene Thursday, according to the Norfolk County District … [Read more…]

What experts are predicting for Sunday’s Patriots-Commanders game

Patriots The Patriots are slight favorites at home this weekend against a three-win Commanders team that traded away two of their top players at the deadline. Sam Howell will lead the Commanders into Foxborough looking for an upset win. AP Photo/Alex Brandon COMMENTARY Sunday morning’s Kansas City-Miami showdown notwithstanding, have you seen the rest of … [Read more…]

The signs were all there. Why did no one stop the Maine shooter?

Local News Shortcomings in mental health treatment, weak laws and a reluctance to threaten personal liberties can derail even concerted attempts to thwart mass shootings. Caution tape near the location in Lisbon, Maine, where officials found the body of the gunman in the aftermath of a mass shooting in Lewiston, Oct. 27, 2023. Hilary Swift/The … [Read more…]