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What’s trending for Halloween this year? Boston costume shops give a sneak peek.

"We can’t keep the Michael Jackson jackets stocked as fast as they’re going off the shelves," a Danvers store manager said.

In Swampscott, residents fume after officials paint over rainbow crosswalks: ‘You have to speak up’

Facing backlash after painting over several Pride crosswalks, officials are reviewing roadway policies.

Drums, ancestral teachings, and handmade art mark Indigenous Peoples Day in Newton

About 200 people attended the event Monday at Newton North High School.

Empty semi-truck slams into Braintree brewery, injuring no one, but wiping out 30 barrels of craft beer

Widowmaker Brewery continued serving cans to go on their outdoor patio after the building was evacuated, according to owner Ryan Lavery.

Elderly passengers rescued by good Samaritan after car plunges into North Shore lake

The pair were treated on scene and were safely taken home by a family member, police said.

New style of ICE operation rocks South Coast

Governor Maura Healey said many of the detained individuals have lived in Massachusetts for “many years” and were on their way to work when they were taken into custody.

Billy Baker

What even is Cape Ann, after all?

Bridges, canals, and the salty debate over a rocky coastline.

Brockton’s ‘Firefighter Pete’ is the state’s Fire & Life Safety Educator of the Year

Peter Reardon, a firefighter for 30 years, makes regular visits to the city's schools and teaches seniors about fire safety.