News across Greater Boston
Oct. 1
Republican John Deaton urges voters to look past his party at the polls
Deaton is challenging Sen. Ed Markey for the U.S. Senate after losing decisively to Elizabeth Warren in 2024. He says he’ll put Massachusetts residents ahead of party politics.
Letter to the editor: How I’m voting on the Nov. 3 ballot questions
Jay Kaufman, a former state rep and member of the bipartisan Coalition to Reform Our Legislature shares his perspectives.
Here are what the light colors stand for on the Charles Braga Bridge
BOSTON, FALL RIVER – On social media, folks often ask why the Charles Braga Bridge is lit a certain color. The Commonwealth has compiled a list that gets updated that answers that very question. 2026 Remaining Lighting Events October October 1: Breast Cancer Awareness Month –…
BU Chi Phi releases statement addressing Cornell chapter’s rape allegations
This story contains mentions of sexual assault. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, you can contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE (4673) Boston University’s Tau Zeta chapter of the Chi Phi fraternity released a statement Tuesday…
On moral monsters and the Cornell 7 | The Dissenting Opinion
This story contains mentions of sexual assault. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, you can contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE (4673) In the book “Not Giving Up on People: A Feminist Case for Prison Abolition,” authors Barrett…
Is social media driving teenagers toward crime? | The Breaking Point
Social media has become increasingly popular over the years, with many declaring it the preferred news source of many Americans. While there is no observable relationship between exposure to media violence and violent behavior, research has shown there to be a correlation between…
YOUR VIEW: Recognizing the sacrifice of those relocated by The Drew
Mr. Antall gave a lovely and forward-looking description of the gentrification of Plymouth. With lifelong friends and acquaintances in town I’m always vested in its progress. You may wonder at another aspect of Mr. Vayo’s project. I did, as a Planning Board member, when Mr. Vayo…
EDITORIAL: A hometown thank-you
Thank you for your service. To say that these days has become almost clichéd, right up there with “have a nice day.” Meant to acknowledge the sacrifice made by our […] The post EDITORIAL: A hometown thank-you first appeared on Marblehead Current .
Cambridge Day
Published 22 hours agoYoung adults in Mass. most likely to enter treatment for alcohol addiction
Dramatic drop in heroin admissions drives shift as fewer young adults are seeking care.
Cambridge Day
Published 22 hours agoMass. voters hold Trump, utilities most responsible for high energy costs, new poll finds
Though many actors are facing backlash, showing that voters understand that the issue is complex.
If an AI bot says 'I love you,' does it mean it? 'Artificial Intimacy' book explores AI relationships
An increasing number of people say they don't; that conversing with, confiding in, and sometimes falling in love with an artificial intelligence bot that "performs" empathy, but has none, is not only acceptable, but sometimes preferable.