The Manchester, N.H. school board is targeting snacks, treats, and birthdays by passing a new policy which limits school birthday parties to once a month and restricts ice cream and
The Manchester, N.H. school board is targeting snacks, treats, and birthdays by passing a new policy which limits school birthday parties to once a month and restricts ice cream and popcorn sales to no more than twice a week.
Dozens of top chefs left their kitchens on Wednesday to set up operations behind concession stands offering fine food and drinks at Fenway Park in a project intended to raise money for Boston Marathon bombing victims.
Dozens of top chefs left their kitchens on Wednesday to set up operations behind concession stands offering fine food and drinks at Fenway Park in a project intended to raise money for Boston Marathon bombing victims.
University of Massachusetts officials are warning that the Senate's budget proposal doesn't include enough money for the university system to avoid tuition and fee hikes during the upcoming academic year.
University of Massachusetts officials are warning that the Senate's budget proposal doesn't include enough money for the university system to avoid tuition and fee hikes during the upcoming academic year.
A man who sued his half brother and lost after he was paralyzed doing a flip from a trampoline into a 2-foot wading pool is entitled to a new trial, the highest court in Massachusetts ruled Wednesday.
A man who sued his half brother and lost after he was paralyzed doing a flip from a trampoline into a 2-foot wading pool is entitled to a new trial, the highest court in Massachusetts ruled Wednesday.
Britain's Prince Harry complimented the American people for their generosity and touted the successes of his charity for African children as he wrapped up a weeklong trip to the U.S. in Connecticut.
Britain's Prince Harry complimented the American people for their generosity and touted the successes of his charity for African children as he wrapped up a weeklong trip to the U.S. in Connecticut.
The Senate Ways and Means Committee released a nearly $34 billion state budget proposal Wednesday for the fiscal year starting July 1 - a spending plan significantly less than the plan
The Senate Ways and Means Committee released a nearly $34 billion state budget proposal Wednesday for the fiscal year starting July 1 - a spending plan significantly less than the plan Gov. Deval Patrick unveiled earlier this year.
The leaders of a House panel told Attorney General Eric Holder on Wednesday that they had serious concerns about the Justice Department's gathering of phone records at The Associated Press.
The leaders of a House panel told Attorney General Eric Holder on Wednesday that they had serious concerns about the Justice Department's gathering of phone records at The Associated Press.
O.J. Simpson has begun testifying in his bid for a new trial in the Las Vegas armed robbery and kidnap case that put him in prison more than four years ago.
O.J. Simpson has begun testifying in his bid for a new trial in the Las Vegas armed robbery and kidnap case that put him in prison more than four years ago.
The Transit Police are asking for the public's assistance identifying a male suspect who reportedly reached into the North Station Commuter Rail information booth window and stole an employee's cell phone.
The Transit Police are asking for the public's assistance identifying a male suspect who reportedly reached into the North Station Commuter Rail information booth window and stole an employee's cell phone.
President Barack Obama is honoring police officers killed in the line of duty, saying members of law enforcement never let down their guard and that the public they serve should "never let slide our
President Barack Obama is honoring police officers killed in the line of duty, saying members of law enforcement never let down their guard and that the public they serve should "never let slide our gratitude."
The Boston Business Journal and The Boston Globe are both reporting that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft wants to buy The Boston Globe.
The Boston Business Journal and The Boston Globe are both reporting that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft wants to buy The Boston Globe. The reports say members of the Kraft Group have received a presentation from the company hired by the New York Times to sell the Globe.
An iconic ice cream production building in Worcester went up in flames overnight. Firefighters responded to the fire at Gibson's Dairy Farms just before midnight.
An iconic ice cream production building in Worcester went up in flames overnight. Firefighters responded to the fire at Gibson's Dairy Farms just before midnight. Officials said the fire destroyed the warehouse and distribution buildings, along with three ice cream delivery trucks.
The chief of the Worcester Police Department held a news conference Wednesday morning regarding the search for a burial plot for the body of Boston Marathon Bomber No. 1 Tamerlan Tsarnaev.
Nineteen days after Bomber No. 1 Tamerlan Tsarnaev died following a gunbattle with police, cemeteries still refused to take his remains. On Wednesday, Worcester Police Chief Gary J. Gemme pleaded for a resolution. "I am publicly appealing to those with authority to provide a burial site. Do so, and do so quickly," he said.
The mysterious man on the roof. The man clad in the blue robe. These individuals were all once considered to be possible suspects in the Boston Marathon bombings
The mysterious man on the roof. The man clad in the blue robe. These individuals were all once considered to be possible suspects in the Boston Marathon bombings; however, it wasn't law enforcement pointing the finger at these men, it was average citizens playing detective on social media.
A Pennsylvania man charged with sexually assaulting youths at a Cape Cod camp while he was a counselor in 1981 has appeared in court with his new lawyer.
A Pennsylvania man charged with sexually assaulting youths at a Cape Cod camp while he was a counselor in 1981 has appeared in court with his new lawyer.
Former NBA star Dennis Rodman is tapping his friendship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to ask for the release of a Korean-American man sentenced to 15 years of hard labor in the North.
Former NBA star Dennis Rodman is tapping his friendship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to ask for the release of a Korean-American man sentenced to 15 years of hard labor in the North.
A former top diplomat in Libya on Wednesday delivered a riveting minute-by-minute account of the chaotic events during the deadly assault on the U.S. diplomatic mission
A former top diplomat in Libya on Wednesday delivered a riveting minute-by-minute account of the chaotic events during the deadly assault on the U.S. diplomatic mission in Benghazi last September, with a 2 a.m. call from Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and confusion about the fate of U.S. Ambassador Chris Stevens.
In the years after his friend's daughter vanished while walking home from school, Ariel Castro handed out fliers with the 14-year-old's photo and performed music at a fundraiser held in her honor.
In the years after his friend's daughter vanished while walking home from school, Ariel Castro handed out fliers with the 14-year-old's photo and performed music at a fundraiser held in her honor.
The U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force is asking for the public's help locating a fugitive wanted for a probation violation with an original offense of felon in possession of a dangerous weapon.
The U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force is asking for the public's help locating a fugitive wanted for a probation violation with an original offense of felon in possession of a dangerous weapon.
A survey of more than 7,000 U.S. mothers found that mothers of three children stress more than moms of one or two, while mothers of four or more children actually report lower levels of stress.
A survey of more than 7,000 U.S. mothers found that mothers of three children stress more than moms of one or two, while mothers of four or more children actually report lower levels of stress.
The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth says it cannot legally release the records of four students related to the Boston Marathon bombings investigation; however, the university
The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth says it cannot legally release the records of four students related to the Boston Marathon bombings investigation; however, the university is asking federal officials to make an exemption.
A retired Vermont teacher has offered a spot in his family's Connecticut cemetery plot to the family of the Boston Marathon bombing suspect who died last month following a shootout with police.
A retired Vermont teacher has offered a spot in his family's Connecticut cemetery plot to the family of the Boston Marathon bombing suspect who died last month following a shootout with police.
Two Westfield residents have been charged with turning a 14-year-old girl they knew into their sex slave, raping her and using her to create pornography.
Two Westfield residents have been charged with turning a 14-year-old girl they knew into their sex slave, raping her and using her to create pornography.
Do you smell that? It's the stench of cowardice. Right now, it's the only thing in Massachusetts that smells worse than the stink of terrorist bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev's corpse.
Do you smell that? It's the stench of cowardice. Right now, it's the only thing in Massachusetts that smells worse than the stink of terrorist bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev's corpse. The backbones of our elected officials have steadily decomposed since last Friday when the body of Tamerlan was slid into a cooler at a Worcester funeral home.
The sister of Amanda Berry, one of the three women freed after being held captive for about a decade at an Ohio home, has made a brief statement saying the family is thankful for the
The sister of Amanda Berry, one of the three women freed after being held captive for about a decade at an Ohio home, has made a brief statement saying the family is thankful for the community's support but is asking for privacy.
Whistle-blowers are expected to testify Wednesday that the Obama administration lied about what happened in Benghazi.
Whistle-blowers are expected to testify Wednesday that the Obama administration lied about what happened in Benghazi. On Sept. 11, 2012, two separate attacks hours apart on the U.S. facility in Benghazi killed Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans, including Winchester native Glen Doherty.
A Southwest Airlines plane bound for New England made an emergency landing Tuesday.
A Southwest Airlines plane bound for New England made an emergency landing Tuesday. Officials said three unruly passengers were disruptive and wouldn't listen to flight crew restrictions on a flight from Orlando, Fla., to Providence, R.I.
The father of a student charged with conspiracy in the Boston Marathon bombing case insists his son is not a terrorist and said the 19-year-old believes his friend Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is "not a
The father of a student charged with conspiracy in the Boston Marathon bombing case insists his son is not a terrorist and said the 19-year-old believes his friend Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is "not a human" if he's responsible for the attacks.
On Wednesday, three more suspects were charged in connection with the Marathon Bombings, accused of hiding a backpack that belonged to Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and lying to investigators.
On Wednesday, three more suspects were charged in connection with the Marathon Bombings, accused of hiding a backpack that belonged to Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and lying to investigators.
The MBTA Transit Police officer shot in the leg during the wild shootout with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects in Watertown is now awake, moving around, talking, and telling jokes.
The MBTA Transit Police officer shot in the leg during the wild shootout with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects in Watertown is now awake, moving around, talking, and telling jokes.
A Vermont woman revealed her new face Wednesday, six years after her ex-husband disfigured her by dousing her with industrial-strength lye, and said she went through "what some may call hell
A Vermont woman revealed her new face Wednesday, six years after her ex-husband disfigured her by dousing her with industrial-strength lye, and said she went through "what some may call hell" but has found a way to be happy.
The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth has suspended one student charged in connection with the Boston Marathon bombings and says the other two aren't enrolled.
The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth has suspended one student charged in connection with the Boston Marathon bombings and says the other two aren't enrolled.
Boston Marathon organizers say they've been overwhelmed by public support after bombs killed three people and injured hundreds more at the finish line of their race.
Boston Marathon organizers say they've been overwhelmed by public support after bombs killed three people and injured hundreds more at the finish line of their race.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez is rejecting calls by Democratic challenger Edward Markey to sign a pledge to limit spending by outside groups on television, radio and Internet ads.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez is rejecting calls by Democratic challenger Edward Markey to sign a pledge to limit spending by outside groups on television, radio and Internet ads.
Police at the University of Massachusetts have arrested a Vermont man they say was pilfering laptop computers from students at the Amherst campus' main library.
Police at the University of Massachusetts have arrested a Vermont man they say was pilfering laptop computers from students at the Amherst campus' main library.
These words are attributed to Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto regarding the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor by forces of Imperial Japan. Instead of reveling in a military victory, he
These words are attributed to Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto regarding the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor by forces of Imperial Japan. Instead of reveling in a military victory, he looked forward to difficult future battles.
Professional figure skater Alex Murphy of Woburn suffered a stroke at 24 years old, and three months later went on to win Holland's Skating with the Stars!
Professional figure skater Alex Murphy of Woburn suffered a stroke at 24 years old, and three months later went on to win Holland's Skating with the Stars!
BOSTON (AP) — Lawyers for two men friendly with the Boston Marathon bombing suspect say their clients have been extensively interviewed by federal investigators. Azamat Tazhayakov and Dias Kadyrbayev,
Lawyers for two men friendly with the Boston Marathon bombing suspect say their clients have been extensively interviewed by federal investigators. Azamat Tazhayakov and Dias Kadyrbayev, both originally from Kazakhstan, appeared via video for a visa violation hearing in immigration court in Boston on Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 8:22 AM EDT2013-05-01 12:22:09 GMT
A Massachusetts man charged with being drunk when his vehicle rear-ended a bread delivery truck on Interstate 290, killing the driver, has pleaded not guilty.
A Massachusetts man charged with being drunk when his vehicle rear-ended a bread delivery truck on Interstate 290, killing the driver, has pleaded not guilty.
A Wakefield man already facing multiple charges in Middlesex County for allegedly sexually abusing children at his wife's day care center is now facing charges in Essex County.
A Wakefield man already facing multiple charges in Middlesex County for allegedly sexually abusing children at his wife's day care center is now facing charges in Essex County.
A report in the Daily Mail claims the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia warned the U.S. in writing about Boston Marathon Bomber No. 1 Tamerlan Tsarnaev and a planned explosive attack on a major U.S. city.
A report in the Daily Mail claims the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia warned the U.S. in writing about Boston Marathon Bomber No. 1 Tamerlan Tsarnaev and a planned explosive attack on a major U.S. city.
In a surprise twist to the decade-plus effort to ease access to morning-after pills, the government is lowering the age limit to 15 for one brand — Plan B One-Step — and will let it be sold over the
In a surprise twist to the decade-plus effort to ease access to morning-after pills, the government is lowering the age limit to 15 for one brand — Plan B One-Step — and will let it be sold over the counter.
A video showing a driver trying to parallel park her car is going viral. The determined driver spends about 30 minutes repeatedly failing to reverse into a generous parking space.
A video showing a driver trying to parallel park her car is going viral. The determined driver spends about 30 minutes repeatedly failing to reverse into a generous parking space. She ends up slamming into both cars, but in the end, she parks the car with the help of a passerby who gives her some direction.
Consider the plight of John. He lives on a typical street in the quintessential American neighborhood. He has a beautiful home, a gorgeous wife and three brilliant children. He has a successful career
Consider the plight of John. He lives on a typical street in the quintessential American neighborhood. He has a beautiful home, a gorgeous wife and three brilliant children. He has a successful career and can afford all the trappings of an upper middle class lifestyle.
Boston School Superintendent Carol R. Johnson will step down at the end of the school year, the school system announced Wednesday.
Boston School Superintendent Carol R. Johnson will step down at the end of the school year, the school system announced Wednesday. Johnson, who has been the superintendent since August 2007, informed the Boston School Committee she expects to retire from BPS in July.
The cab driver, who drove the Boston Marathon bombers into the city the day before the explosions, says the Tsarnaev brother were very protective of their heavy backpacks.
The cab driver, who drove the Boston Marathon bombers into the city the day before the explosions, says the Tsarnaev brother were very protective of their heavy backpacks.
Slain Massachusetts Institute of Technology police officer Sean Collier was remembered Wednesday for his dedication to law enforcement and his love of people as thousands gathered
Slain Massachusetts Institute of Technology police officer Sean Collier was remembered Wednesday for his dedication to law enforcement and his love of people as thousands gathered at a campus memorial.
Parking meters on Boylston Street, as well as throughout the entire Back Bay, will be free Wednesday through Sunday in an effort to encourage all to come back to the area and get involved in the recovery effort.
Parking meters on Boylston Street, as well as throughout the entire Back Bay, will be free Wednesday through Sunday in an effort to encourage all to come back to the area and get involved in the recovery effort.
Monday, April 15 was the beginning of school vacation week. It was starting to feel like spring time finally. The buds were slowly showing up on the trees and the much-used snow shovels of the
Monday, April 15 was the beginning of school vacation week. It was starting to feel like spring time finally. The buds were slowly showing up on the trees and the much-used snow shovels of the past few months were tucked away and forgotten until Mother Nature called again next winter.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-04-24 16:20:58 GMT
Harvard Medical School has announced that it plans to close down its primate research center, which has come under fire in recent years for the deaths of several monkeys.
Harvard Medical School has announced that it plans to close down its primate research center, which has come under fire in recent years for the deaths of several monkeys.
Lawmakers are asking tough questions about how the government tracked suspected Boston Marathon bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev when he traveled to Russia last year, renewing criticism from
Lawmakers are asking tough questions about how the government tracked suspected Boston Marathon bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev when he traveled to Russia last year, renewing criticism from after the Sept. 11 attacks that failure to share intelligence may have contributed to last week's deadly assault.
Massachusetts taxpayers were giving money to one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects. Tamerlan Tsarnaev, the older of the two accused bombers, received welfare benefits until last year.
Massachusetts taxpayers were giving money to one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects. Tamerlan Tsarnaev, the older of the two accused bombers, received welfare benefits until last year.
A heartwarming picture is going viral. Tyler Corcoran, the older brother of Sydney Corcoran, who was seriously hurt in the bombings, Tweeted the photo.
A heartwarming picture is going viral. Tyler Corcoran, the older brother of Sydney Corcoran, who was seriously hurt in the bombings, Tweeted the photo.
There may be a tragic new development in the search for a missing Brown University student. Police in Providence, R.I. told The Boston Globe it is "very possible" that a body pulled from the
There may be a tragic new development in the search for a missing Brown University student. Police in Providence, R.I. told The Boston Globe it is "very possible" that a body pulled from the water off India Point Park Tuesday night is Sunil Tripathi.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 1:54 PM EDT2013-04-23 17:54:25 GMT
Didn't they fix this after 9/11? I thought we had learned from the intelligence and law enforcement mistakes that contributed to the success of the 9/11 terrorists.
Didn't they fix this after 9/11? I thought we had learned from the intelligence and law enforcement mistakes that contributed to the success of the 9/11 terrorists.
Rescue workers searched the smoldering ruins of a fertilizer plant Thursday for survivors of a monstrous explosion that leveled homes and businesses in every direction across the Texas
Rescue workers searched the smoldering ruins of a fertilizer plant Thursday for survivors of a monstrous explosion that leveled homes and businesses in every direction across the Texas prairie. As many as 15 people were feared dead and more than 160 others injured.
An 11-year-old California boy and a 9-year-old girl are in critical condition at Boston Children's Hospital following the deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon.
An 11-year-old California boy and a 9-year-old girl are in critical condition at Boston Children's Hospital following the deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon.
Officials at three Boston hospitals that treated some of the most seriously injured from Monday's bombing at the Boston Marathon said Wednesday they expect all of their patients to survive.
Officials at three Boston hospitals that treated some of the most seriously injured from Monday's bombing at the Boston Marathon said Wednesday they expect all of their patients to survive.
Virtually overnight, a peace activist with a colorful past has turned into a living reminder of both the horror and bravery witnessed in the double bombing at the Boston Marathon.
Virtually overnight, a peace activist with a colorful past has turned into a living reminder of both the horror and bravery witnessed in the double bombing at the Boston Marathon.
Kevin White had just left a restaurant with his parents when the first of two bombs that hit the Boston Marathon exploded about 10 feet away. The force of the blast, he said Wednesday, was
Kevin White had just left a restaurant with his parents when the first of two bombs that hit the Boston Marathon exploded about 10 feet away. The force of the blast, he said Wednesday, was so strong that it slammed them to the ground, breaking some of his mother's bones and tearing his father's right foot so badly surgeons had to amputate it.
President Barack Obama and 2012 Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney are among those planning to attend a Boston interfaith healing service organized after the deadly bombing at the city's marathon.
President Barack Obama and 2012 Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney are among those planning to attend a Boston interfaith healing service organized after the deadly bombing at the city's marathon.
They rushed toward the street with towels to help the wounded, and evacuated customers, including an infant and a toddler, by guiding people to the restaurant's back staircase.
They rushed toward the street with towels to help the wounded, and evacuated customers, including an infant and a toddler, by guiding people to the restaurant's back staircase.
DeMar DeRozan scored 24 points, Rudy Gay had 19 points and nine rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors routed the Boston Celtics 114-90 on Wednesday night, finishing their season with five straight wins.
DeMar DeRozan scored 24 points, Rudy Gay had 19 points and nine rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors routed the Boston Celtics 114-90 on Wednesday night, finishing their season with five straight wins.
Drew Stafford scored the only shootout goal after Buffalo tied the game in the final minute of regulation, and the Sabres beat the Bruins 3-2 on Wednesday night in the first pro game in Boston
Drew Stafford scored the only shootout goal after Buffalo tied the game in the final minute of regulation, and the Sabres beat the Bruins 3-2 on Wednesday night in the first pro game in Boston since the marathon bombings on Monday.
With Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" playing over the loudspeakers and scores of Toronto Raptors fans showing their support, the Boston Celtics returned to the court for their first game
With Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" playing over the loudspeakers and scores of Toronto Raptors fans showing their support, the Boston Celtics returned to the court for their first game since the bombing attack at the Boston Marathon.
A Mississippi man was arrested Wednesday, accused of sending letters to President Barack Obama and a senator that tested positive for the poisonous ricin and set the nation's capital on edge a day after the
A Mississippi man was arrested Wednesday, accused of sending letters to President Barack Obama and a senator that tested positive for the poisonous ricin and set the nation's capital on edge a day after the Boston Marathon bombings.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 8:57 PM EDT2013-04-18 00:57:28 GMT
The twin bombs at the Boston Marathon killed three people and wounded more than 170 on Monday. Here are the stories of those killed and some of the injured.
The twin bombs at the Boston Marathon killed three people and wounded more than 170 on Monday. Here are the stories of those killed and some of the injured.
Gov. Deval Patrick has met with some of those injured in the bombings at the Boston Marathon including the parents of 8-year-old victim Martin Richard, who was killed.
Gov. Deval Patrick has met with some of those injured in the bombings at the Boston Marathon including the parents of 8-year-old victim Martin Richard, who was killed.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-04-17 23:31:21 GMT
In what could be a major break in the Boston Marathon case, investigators are on the hunt for a man seen in a department-store surveillance video.
In what could be a major break in the Boston Marathon case, investigators are on the hunt for a man seen in a department-store surveillance video dropping off a bag at the site of the bombings, a Boston politician said Wednesday.
Wednesday was a beautiful day across New England, once the clouds cleared the coast this morning. Temperatures soared into the 60s, which is above normal for this time of year.
Wednesday was a beautiful day across New England, once the clouds cleared the coast this morning. Temperatures soared into the 60s, which is above normal for this time of year. However, that was not even close to the 84 degree reading last year on this date.
Boston Red Sox pitchers Gerson Bautista and Miguel Pena have been suspended for 50 games each following positive tests under baseball's minor league drug prevention and treatment program.
Boston Red Sox pitchers Gerson Bautista and Miguel Pena have been suspended for 50 games each following positive tests under baseball's minor league drug prevention and treatment program.
An 11-year-old California boy and a 9-year-old girl remain in critical condition at Boston Children's Hospital, two days after twin bombings at the Boston Marathon killed three people and injured more than 170.
An 11-year-old California boy and a 9-year-old girl remain in critical condition at Boston Children's Hospital, two days after twin bombings at the Boston Marathon killed three people and injured more than 170.
Some Boston College students who had planned to run the last five miles of the Boston Marathon route to honor those affected by this week's bombings have postponed the run and are planning campus vigils instead.
Some Boston College students who had planned to run the last five miles of the Boston Marathon route to honor those affected by this week's bombings have postponed the run and are planning campus vigils instead.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has used her first speech on the floor of the Senate to praise those who rushed to the aid of the injured and dying after the bombings of the Boston Marathon.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has used her first speech on the floor of the Senate to praise those who rushed to the aid of the injured and dying after the bombings of the Boston Marathon.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 12:36 PM EDT2013-04-17 16:36:41 GMT
Security has been tightened at the TD Garden, where the Bruins play on Wednesday in the first major sporting event in Boston since the marathon bombings.
Security has been tightened at the TD Garden, where the Bruins play on Wednesday in the first major sporting event in Boston since the marathon bombings.
Authorities investigating the deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon have recovered a piece of circuit board that they believe was part of one of the explosive devices, and also found the lid of a
Authorities investigating the deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon have recovered a piece of circuit board that they believe was part of one of the explosive devices, and also found the lid of a pressure cooker that apparently was catapulted onto the roof of a nearby building, an official said Wednesday.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 12:15 PM EDT2013-04-17 16:15:30 GMT
Republican Daniel Winslow is the first Massachusetts U.S. Senate candidate to announce that he will resume his campaign after the Boston Marathon attack.
Republican Daniel Winslow is the first Massachusetts U.S. Senate candidate to announce that he will resume his campaign after the Boston Marathon attack.
It's been less than two days since the bombings, and already, watchdog groups are warning of potential online scammers looking to profit off of the tragedy.
It's been less than two days since the bombings, and already, watchdog groups are warning of potential online scammers looking to profit off of the tragedy.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 10:47 AM EDT2013-04-17 14:47:48 GMT
The trauma surgery chief at Boston Medical Center says a 5-year-old is among the 19 patients still being treated there for injures received during the marathon bombings and that all are expected to survive.
The trauma surgery chief at Boston Medical Center says a 5-year-old is among the 19 patients still being treated there for injures received during the marathon bombings and that all are expected to survive.
A bomber may have been seen amid the Boston Marathon revelers carrying an unusually heavy nylon bag, weighed down with shrapnel-packed explosives, the FBI has suggested. Or perhaps
A bomber may have been seen amid the Boston Marathon revelers carrying an unusually heavy nylon bag, weighed down with shrapnel-packed explosives, the FBI has suggested. Or perhaps someone heard something beforehand as a culprit tested explosives or expressed an interest in attacking the race.
Laura Nowacki rushed to help the shooting victims at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut earlier this year. As a first responder, the pediatrician was stunned at the horror she
Laura Nowacki rushed to help the shooting victims at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut earlier this year. As a first responder, the pediatrician was stunned at the horror she encountered.
Thursday, April 11 2013 6:12 AM EDT2013-04-11 10:12:27 GMT
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YouTube user Brandon Krivohlavy says his brother wasn't able to attend his recent wedding because he is deployed to Afghanistan. But that doesn't stop him from giving a speech.
YouTube user Brandon Krivohlavy says his brother wasn't able to attend his recent wedding because he is deployed to Afghanistan. But that doesn't stop him from giving a speech.
Representative Ed Markey denies he is overconfident about winning the April 30 primary, even though FOX 25 has learned he has scheduled a fundraiser for May, days after the primary.
Representative Ed Markey denies he is overconfident about winning the April 30 primary, even though FOX 25 has learned he has scheduled a fundraiser for May, days after the primary.
Republicans and Democrats in Massachusetts are faulting President Barack Obama for proposing changes that would trim Social Security and Medicare benefits.
Republicans and Democrats in Massachusetts are faulting President Barack Obama for proposing changes that would trim Social Security and Medicare benefits.
A Londonderry man was arrested Wednesday for firing what appeared to be a handgun at the end of his driveway and then hitching a ride to the Manchester/Boston Regional Airport, police said.
A Londonderry man was arrested Wednesday for firing what appeared to be a handgun at the end of his driveway and then hitching a ride to the Manchester/Boston Regional Airport, police said.
A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a bank robber responsible for seven armed bank robberies in the northeastern part of the state since February, authorities announced Wednesday.
A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a bank robber responsible for seven armed bank robberies in the northeastern part of the state since February, authorities announced Wednesday.
Dave O'Hara, who covered Boston sports greats from Ted Williams to Larry Bird during a 50-year career with The Associated Press, died Wednesday. He was 86.
Dave O'Hara, who covered Boston sports greats from Ted Williams to Larry Bird during a 50-year career with The Associated Press, died Wednesday. He was 86.
A notorious Rockefeller impostor has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of a man whose bones were found buried beneath a California home.
A notorious Rockefeller impostor has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of a man whose bones were found buried beneath a California home.
Police are asking the public's help identifying a suspect or suspects responsible for a rash of daytime burglaries that occurred across Concord Friday.
Police are asking the public's help identifying a suspect or suspects responsible for a rash of daytime burglaries that occurred across Concord Friday.
Wednesday, April 10 2013 1:42 PM EDT2013-04-10 17:42:53 GMT
Authorities say a man who lived like a hermit for decades in the woods of central Maine and may be responsible for more than 1,000 burglaries has been captured.
Authorities say a man who lived like a hermit for decades in the woods of central Maine and may be responsible for more than 1,000 burglaries has been captured.
Police are investigating a series of BB gun attacks in Manchester after several people reported being struck by a BB pellet shot from a passing car Tuesday.
Police are investigating a series of BB gun attacks in Manchester after several people reported being struck by a BB pellet shot from a passing car Tuesday.
