Officials warn drones over Sail Boston could be seized and pilots could face fines or charges.

Comfortable, mostly sunny weekend in Boston with highs near 81°F. Hotter, more humid conditions are expected by midweek.

Nine RAF jets flew over the Massachusetts State House Thursday, painting the sky red, white and blue for America’s 250th. The Red Arrows will return Saturday for SailBoston’s Parade of Sail.

Cambridge police arrested a 52-year-old Somerville man after a shoplifting call at Alewife; officers say they found a loaded handgun and suspected drugs.

The Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival returns July 17–19 with world‑class sculptors, food trucks and a Saturday fireworks show.

Three people were injured when a car drove through Beijo Beauty on Newbury Street in Danvers; police have opened an investigation.

Four Winthrop officers were evaluated at a hospital after responding to a fight on Herman Street; one man was taken into custody.

Highs near 88°F today with a late‑afternoon chance of scattered storms. Dry, cooler weekend ahead before another hot spell midweek.

Norwell issued a townwide boil‑water advisory after a July 7 sample tested positive for E. coli. Officials say to boil tap water for one minute and follow town guidance.

State police detectives and Randolph officers are investigating possible human remains found in woods near Plain Street in Randolph. Officials have released few details.

Nagomi Bento, which began at farmers’ markets and Bow Market, has opened a Cambridge dine-in on Massachusetts Avenue serving bento boxes, onigiri and matcha drinks.

Two Holbrook DPW employees face felony counts after a June 13 assault left an unhoused man hospitalized and prompted both criminal and personnel probes.

Brookfield and New England Development paid $65M for most of the 1,400‑acre Union Point site and unveiled plans for thousands of homes and 2M sq ft of commercial space.