Boston is preparing for a significant snowstorm with an expected 6-12 inches of snowfall inland and 3-6 inches along the coastline, accompanied by strong winds and potential power outages.

An employee at Massachusetts' Christmas Motors accidentally drove a truck through the storefront, narrowly missing the owner and his secretary. No serious injuries were reported, but the building sustained damage.

A 2.0-magnitude earthquake hit southern New Hampshire, with its epicenter in Loudon, following a 2.7-magnitude quake in December. No damage reported; occurrences remind of the region's earthquake history.

Three brothers accuse a former teacher at St. John's High School in Shrewsbury of abuse in the 1960s, a case that was purportedly ignored by the school.

An MBTA Green Line trolley trapped Rebecca Mason's leg in the door; she was freed by an MBTA employee. Operator error is suggested as the cause, and the operator has been relieved of duties pending investigation. Mason was not seriously injured.

An 18-year-old man in New Bedford was arrested for illegal drug sales and possession of a high-capacity firearm without a license. Police seized marijuana, psychedelic mushrooms, a loaded handgun, and cash.

The Cambridge Fire Department is seeking volunteers to "adopt" and clear snow from fire hydrants, aiming to ensure quick emergency access and promote community service.

The new Boston Professional Women's Hockey League team debuted with a 3-2 defeat against Minnesota at the Tsongas Center in Lowell, marking a significant moment for women's sports.

Gather restaurant and Brew café in Boston's Seaport District have closed their doors, with Gather now available only for private events and Brew shut indefinitely, as per updates from their parent company, The Briar Group.

A man was arrested in Boxborough, MA, after a standoff that began with a domestic dispute; no injuries occurred, and normalcy has returned to the area.

Boston Public Schools may close or merge nearly half its schools due to student enrollment decline and outdated infrastructure. The district's plan points to uncomfortable changes ahead.

The Connah Store in Boston's North End has closed due to a steep rent increase, ending a significant community presence after over 30 years of operation.

A Boston man charged with rape and assaulting police had his bail revoked. Milthon Correa-Regifo, accused of assaulting a woman and officers, faces multiple charges and awaits a probable cause hearing.