The woman and another pedestrian were walking on the side of the highway because the sidewalk was covered in snow, the DA's office said. The post Woman, 57, walking in road due to snow hit and killed by car on Route 28 in Wareham, DA says appeared first on Boston.com.

Vermont lawmakers are considering a bill to address the gap. The debate centers on balancing defendants rights with public safety. The post Vermont has no facility for people incompetent to stand trial. Could that finally change? appeared first on Boston.com.

The former patrol officer is sentenced to 4 years of prison and 5 years of supervised release, prosecutors say. The post Former North Shore police officer gets prison time for child porn charge appeared first on Boston.com.

There was nothing atypical or anomalous about their trip. They were doing exactly what weve done for 50 years. The post The finest kind: Gloucester mourns 7 lost in Lily Jean sinking as Coast Guard launches probe appeared first on Boston.com.

Three firefighters were injured when a natural gas leak caused an explosion and fire at a New Hampshire mental health center, but the buildings tenants and clients all evacuated safely. The post Gas explosion in New Hampshire sparks a fire at a mental health facility appeared first on Boston.com.

NBC announced Monday that the network will broadcast part of its pregame show before Sundays game between the Patriots and Seahawks from the island that used to be the site of a maximum security federal prison. The post NBC bringing Super Bowl pregame show to Alcatraz Island appeared first on Boston.com.

After Belichick fell short of first-ballot induction into the Class of 2026, Boston.com readers largely called it a snub though some eluded to Tom Brady and Patriots-era scandals as complicating factors. The post Why readers think Bill Belichick belonged in the Hall of Fame this year appeared first on Boston.com.

From iconic plays to family traditions, share your most unforgettable Patriots Super Bowl moment. The post Which Patriots Super Bowl will you never forget? appeared first on Boston.com.

"If I could inspire even one person reading this right now to be proactive about their health ... then every mile and every challenge will have been worth it." The post This runner is raising awareness about stroke and heart disease appeared first on Boston.com.

The New England Revolution captain extends his contract amid MLSs calendar shift. The post Carles Gil, Revolution extend contract into 2028 to accommodate new MLS schedule appeared first on Boston.com.

"I want to give back to the hospital that saved my life." The post Once a patient, now a runner: Shes running for Boston Childrens Hospital appeared first on Boston.com.

The Assembly Row and Wrentham locations will shutter permanently as parent company Saks Global files for bankruptcy. The post Saks OFF 5th to close Massachusetts stores appeared first on Boston.com.

Officials say the loss of state funding halts safety upgrades at one of the North Shores most dangerous intersections. The post Middleton loses $2 million state grant after failing to comply with MBTA Communities Act appeared first on Boston.com.

The company says it will phase out the facility to boost efficiency and plans to relocate most employees to other locations in Massachusetts. The post Thermo Fisher to close Franklin site, impacting up to 80 workers appeared first on Boston.com.

Republican candidate Mike Minogue has offered to pay for the attorneys. Auditor Diana DiZoglio is asking Attorney General Andrea Campbell to sign off on the arrangement. The post To audit Legislature, DiZoglio maintains push to hire lawyers funded by GOP candidate appeared first on Boston.com.

Laurence Louie, the chef-owner behind Rubato in Quincy, announced the news on social media over the weekend. The post Quincy chef to compete on ‘Top Chef’ Season 23 appeared first on Boston.com.

The Minnesota-based retail chain has avoided criticizing anyone, even after federal agents detained two employees at a local store. Its new CEO faces pressure to do more. The post Protesters press target to take a stand against ICE crackdown in Minneapolis appeared first on Boston.com.

Parent company Avis Budget Group will consolidate Zipcars corporate operations in New Jersey, but says Boston car-sharing services will continue. The post Zipcar to close Seaport headquarters, cut more than 100 jobs appeared first on Boston.com.

In my life, with big decisions, Ive always gone with my nose, Kraft said. The post Robert Kraft explained the ‘different factors’ that led to Mike Vrabel’s hiring appeared first on Boston.com.

Read about everything you need to know about Super Bowl LX from kickoff time to halftime headliner Bad Bunny, national anthem performers, and betting odds. The post Guide to the 2026 Super Bowl: Game time, how to watch, entertainment plans, and more appeared first on Boston.com.

The incident happened on Friday night, and Ruby Quiro Santos died the next day. The post 23-year-old woman fatally struck after car breaks down on Route 18 in New Bedford appeared first on Boston.com.

From Canotto-style pizza in South Boston to a new ocean-to-table spot in Watertown, these restaurants are topping our must-try list this month. The post 5 restaurants we cant wait to try in February appeared first on Boston.com.

The fast-casual chain says it will shift to par-baked goods from artisan bakeries to offer consistent quality throughout the day. The post Panera to close bakery facility in Franklin, lay off nearly 100 workers appeared first on Boston.com.

Sam Ruthe set a New Zealand mile record outright, and also a world record for anyone under the age of 18. The post 16-year-old New Zealander ran a 3:48 mile at BU’s Terrier Classic, set a junior world record appeared first on Boston.com.

Bad Bunny won album of the year and Kendrick Lamar and SZA took home record of the year for luther at Sunday's Grammy Awards. The post Grammy Awards 2026: Check out the winners appeared first on Boston.com.