Boston Harbor's shellfishing classification is changing for the first time in 100 years following a clean-up, allowing direct consumption from certain areas.

Boston forecast includes light snow, with chilly weekend temperatures and a potential minor snow system arriving Monday night.

Massachusetts secured $162 million in federal funds to improve rural healthcare, part of a five-year initiative involving local partners and focusing on service upgrades, preventive medicine, and technology.

The Sturbridge Police are looking for missing resident Steven Lynch, last seen December 29th. He may be in Worcester or Springfield. Lynch is white, 5'4", with a shamrock tattoo, and was wearing a dark coat. Public urged to call 911 if seen.

Boston experiences cold weather with bright skies and potential snow, as temperatures hover in the teens and snow flurries are possible over the weekend.

Mayor Michelle Wu initiated the construction of a community center in Boston's North End, featuring a gym, fitness areas, and pool spaces, with LEED Silver standards and a budget of $50-60 million.

A New Bedford woman, Nicolassa Ventura Colaj, was killed in a hit-and-run incident after a church service on Acushnet Avenue. Authorities are investigating.

One person died and several were injured in a New Year's fire at Executive Manor Apartments in Manchester, NH. Firefighters rescued trapped residents, with 40 people displaced. The cause is under investigation.

Devon Sovann is charged with attempted murder after shooting his stepfather, Robert Connor, in Lowell, Massachusetts, amid an argument over alcohol. Connor is critically injured, and Sovann is held without bail.

An 18-year-old has been charged with assault and robbery on the MBTA's Orange Line, with the judge revoking bail due to his open cases. He's ordered to avoid the victim and the MBTA, with a hearing set for January 22.

Two juveniles were arrested in Worcester for a September shooting, linked to illegal firearm possession and manufacturing after a collaborative police investigation.

Plymouth Police reported responding to 855 incidents in a week, including 12 arrests, 16 criminal complaints, 32 accidents, 108 traffic stops, and 51 wellness checks, highlighting their diverse community role.

Massachusetts faces a High Wind Warning with gusts up to 60 mph; wind advisory in southern New England for gusts up to 50 mph. Cold weather is expected with the possibility of power outages and a chance of snow on New Year's Day.