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Ten lives lost in a fire at Gabriel House where faulty, recalled sprinkler heads failed to activate — sparking a national push to mandate inspections and replacements of millions of potentially dangerous fire sprinklers. Fire officials and the National Fire Sprinkler Association are calling for urgent code changes to require inspectors to identify and report these defective heads, forcing building...

Norwell, MA is under a boil water advisory after E. coli was detected in its water supply — meaning everyone must boil water for at least one minute before drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or making ice, or use bottled water. The contamination poses serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations, and could stem from rain runoff or infrastructure issues. Officials are actively invest...

Four thousand nurses at Brigham and Women’s Hospital are staging a five-day strike over stalled contract negotiations, drawing in state officials and national attention — including visits from Governor Maura Healey and Senator Elizabeth Warren — as the hospital maintains operations with temp staff and public health oversight. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.co...

World Cup fever is heating up in Foxborough, and with it, the buzz around sports betting. Experts urge fans to keep it fun, bet smart, and know the game, the odds, and how the apps work before wagering a dime. Set a budget, avoid chasing losses, and use built-in tools like deposit limits or self-exclusion to stay in control. This isn’t about making money or solving finances—it’s about enjoying the...

Massachusetts is heating up with a Democratic Senate primary—here’s why it’s a race to watch. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0b20096b179a7...

Nurses at Brigham and Women’s Hospital strike in one of Massachusetts’ largest walkouts, driven by demands for fair pay and conditions—but for ICU nurse Jillian Burns, it’s deeply personal: her family member is critically ill in the very unit she’s left to protest. With colleagues also striking while caring for her loved one, Burns faces emotional turmoil as patients lose familiar, trusted caregiv...

Residents of Hawthorne Village in North Attleborough are finally allowed back into their homes nearly two months after a devastating fire — a blaze that required seven alarms and left behind smoke, water, and structural ruin. Though no one was injured, the emotional toll is immense as people return with masks and booties to salvage memories: a father’s watch, photos of a fallen daughter in the Air...

Boston Common Golf just launched Common Ground, a bold new push to make golf accessible to kids—complete with free simulators, $5 tee times, and big-name stars like Keegan Bradley and Noah Kahan helping break down barriers and show the game’s fun, inclusive side. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an...

Senator Ed Markey vows his next term will be his last, pledging to finish his progressive agenda before retiring — but challenger Seth Moulton is pushing back, arguing Massachusetts can’t wait six more years for new leadership. In their first debate, Markey defended his decades of experience, while Moulton challenged him to show what’s different in his next six years. With the winner facing Republ...

Boston firefighters brought holiday magic to Shriners Children’s Boston in July, dressing as elves and Santa to deliver gifts, ice cream, and joy to kids in the hospital — all part of their 24-year-old “Christmas-in-July” tradition. They even had Santa ride in a fire truck’s aerial tower to wave at the children. Beyond toys, the Boston Firefighters Burn Foundation offers critical financial aid to...

A tragic crash on I-71 in Ohio claims the life of 21-year-old UMass Lowell soccer star Tobias Forsythe, a humble, hardworking economics student whose short time with the River Hawks left a lasting impact. The semi-truck driver, Bekhzod Asrarov, suffered minor injuries and allegedly removed his dash cam; he also failed an English proficiency test, complicating communication. As the investigation un...

Two town employees, brothers Jesse and Jake Baxter, face felony assault charges after allegedly attacking a homeless man near Brookville Park—wounding him with a concussion, facial fractures, and multiple cuts. The victim claims he was chased and kicked, possibly mistaken for another homeless man who’d recently argued with the brothers’ father and hurled anti-gay slurs. Surveillance and vehicle da...

Red Sox take a double hit as veteran pitcher Zack Kelly goes on the injured list with an elbow issue—just as he was emerging as a key trade asset and potential big-league contributor. With a solid 3.31 ERA this season and over 100 career appearances, Kelly’s absence weakens both roster depth and future flexibility. The team now faces a tough spot: hoping for a quick recovery while navigating a cha...

The Coast Guard Barque Eagle sailed majestically out of New York Harbor on Independence Day, kicking off the nation’s 250th anniversary with a dazzling harbor parade. More than a patriotic spectacle, this historic tall ship is a vital training vessel where cadets master sailing skills under the open sky. Captain Kristopher Ensley called the moment unforgettable — soaring past the Statue of Liberty...

Heat’s roaring back with a sticky, humid vengeance across New England—think tropical vibes, mid-90s “feels like” temps, and dew points in the low 70s. Boston could hit its 12th 90-degree day. While not as extreme as last week, the humidity is the real villain. Northern New England braces for severe storms as a cold front rolls through, while the rest of us dodge scattered showers. Stay hydrated, a...

A swimmer vanished in Plymouth, Massachusetts, sparking a massive, high-stakes search and rescue operation. Emergency crews, including the Plymouth County Dive Team and Abington Fire Department, are combing Charge Pond with boats while a state police helicopter provides aerial support. With no official details yet, the community holds its breath as first responders race against time to find the mi...

Nurses at Brigham and Women’s Hospital walked off the job today in a major strike tied to a corporate reshuffle that rebranded Partners HealthCare as Mass General Brigham in 2019 — a move that centralized power under the parent company while keeping hospital names intact. The strike, framed as a battle against shifting hospital culture and contract negotiations with the new corporate giant, has le...

The Boston Red Sox are on fire, winning nine of their last eleven and riding a four-game streak after a brutal slump — all under the underrated leadership of interim manager Chad Tracy. Taking over when the team was 10-17, Tracy’s crew has flipped the script with a 31-31 record and a positive run differential, pushing them back into playoff contention. While stars like Contreras and Durbin get the...

Nurses at Brigham and Women’s Hospital strike for pay, demanding cost-of-living raises as hospital claims they’re already top-paid—while executives rake in millions. With 1,300 traveling nurses and non-nursing staff filling gaps, the one-day walkout extends into next Monday. Patients face rescheduled surgeries, closed facilities, and traffic chaos. Meanwhile, 450 home care workers join the strike...

Cyclosporiasis is making waves in Massachusetts with 18 cases since May — more than usual, though no major cluster has been confirmed. While seasonal spikes are normal, other states are reporting far more cases, raising alarms. This parasite causes severe watery diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss — lasting weeks without treatment. Linked historically to fresh produce like berries and salads, its s...

A dog named Moose, a 65-pound mix, has terrorized a neighborhood for years with at least seven vicious attacks—including biting adults and knocking over a child—despite being legally declared a “vicious dog” and ordered removed from Diane Wheeler’s home. Even after police took him, Wheeler claims he’s living elsewhere, but neighbors keep spotting him near her property, and former colleagues say sh...

The Tartan Army, Scotland’s passionate soccer fans, made a surprising $15,000 donation to a Massachusetts student charity after saving money by riding school buses to the World Cup — proving that big moments can leave big, kind-hearted legacies. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-l...

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Two Holbrook public works brothers, Jesse and Jake Baxter, face serious charges after allegedly attacking a homeless man near Brookville Field — injuries include broken bones and a shattered nose. Surveillance links Jesse’s car to the scene, and the victim may have been mistaken for another man who had a prior feud with their father. Both brothers are on paid leave as the town and DA investigate t...

A 91-year-old woman sped her minivan across a Martha’s Vineyard ferry deck, crashing into the far doors—forcing her evacuation and a flight to Boston. While she’s in the hospital, no one else was hurt, but the crash canceled all ferry trips between Vineyard Haven and Woods Hole for the day. The Coast Guard cleared the ferry to return to Woods Hole for damage assessment, while a backup ferry, the M...