A study links light physical activity with healthier aging, suggesting that activities like housework could improve health prospects, while high TV consumption may harm them.

The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint in Medford closed on July 21 after eight years, marking the end of its live music and Southern cuisine offerings amid struggles faced by many independent businesses.

The Vietnamese Night Market returns to Dorchester, hosted by Boston Little Saigon with over 50 vendors, traditional performances, and activities for all ages. It emphasizes Vietnamese culture and community support.

Five individuals, including an 11-year-old, were wounded in a Mattapan neighborhood shooting; all are expected to survive. The Boston Police seek information on the incident.

Boston Police Department's District E-13 works with Jamaica Plain community groups to resume in-person JP HUB meetings, focusing on crime prevention and social support.

Three individuals were shot in a Brockton, Massachusetts, commuter lot during an early morning gathering. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Boston Police arrest a man in Dorchester for unlawful firearm possession after a woman reports an armed intruder.

The mixtape "Dear Summer Vol. 2," championed by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, features 17 tracks that spotlight local musical talents, aiming to enhance community connections through music.

A Heat Advisory is in effect for Boston with high temperatures prompting safety precautions for residents, especially the vulnerable, as a potential heat wave looms.

Emergency responders managed a chemical spill and small fire at a polymer testing facility in Franklin, involving hazardous pyrophoric liquid metal, with no reported injuries.

Revere police are examining a car crash near Dana Street and Garfield Avenue after a chase that ended when the car hit a utility pole, leading to an arrest and hospitalization of the driver. Details from authorities are pending.

Accused gun trafficker and school security officer Pablo Correa was released on a $10,000 bail, which is significantly less than the $50,000 prosecutors requested.

Two dead, three injured in a domestic violence case in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, also leaving one dog dead and another injured. Police are investigating the incident.