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Trinity Antonetty pleaded guilty to bank fraud after prosecutors say she let a ring launder stolen funds through her business account with fake cashier’s checks. Sentencing is set for Aug. 18, 2026.
A Dorchester man pleaded guilty to federal firearms trafficking charges after selling privately made 'ghost guns.' Sentencing is set for June 25, 2026.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
Pfizer and Valneva say their VLA15 Lyme vaccine is showing promise in late‑stage trials; a Phase 3 readout is expected in early 2026.
A New York man was sentenced to 12–15 years after pleading guilty in the wrong‑way, Christmas‑night crash on the Veterans Memorial Bridge that killed three relatives.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Home sales in Massachusetts fell more than 10% through February 2026 even as single-family median prices rose to $595,000 and permit activity softened.
City officials, merchants and the market’s landlord are hashing out plans to repair and reimagine Faneuil Hall Marketplace as planners weigh leases, preservation rules and new uses.
A Plymouth officer was placed on paid administrative leave after Massachusetts State Police opened a criminal investigation into her off‑duty conduct.
Politics & Govt in ...
Sen. Ed Markey and two colleagues gave Meta until April 6 to explain whether its Ray‑Ban smart glasses will use facial recognition, warning of privacy and protest risks.
The state Senate voted 38‑0 to pass the PETS Act, which would ban most pet shop sales of dogs, cats and rabbits and route penalties into the state's animal‑care fund.
A Whitman man who ran a Newton circus studio was convicted Wednesday on multiple counts of indecent assault and battery involving two teenage students. He remains on home confinement pending a March 26 hearing.
Cummings Properties is building Beverly Landing, a 60-unit condo project at Cummings Center in Beverly; 28 units have already sold during preconstruction. Construction is underway and reservations are open.
Food & Drinks in ...
Nine Winters Bakery will close its Cambridge storefront on March 29. Owner Marissa Ferola said she’s stepping away to focus on family after less than a year in the space.
Multiple people were stabbed in Chelsea Thursday; one victim is in serious condition and state and city detectives are investigating. Authorities are asking anyone with tips to come forward.
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