Newton police investigate vandalism of Israeli hostage display as a hate crime; sprayed with "Free Gaza", the Kosowskis' solidarity display was defaced.

A man was arrested at an MBTA station during the St. Patrick's Day Parade for carrying a firearm while intoxicated. Police acted quickly to ensure public safety.

Chad Rainville, 18, of Dartmouth, is charged with theft after police found stolen items from a construction site at his residence. A 15-year-old was also involved.

North End restaurant owners protest against Boston's outdoor dining restrictions during the St. Patrick's Day breakfast, challenging Mayor Michelle Wu's policies.

Melrose Fire Chief Edward Collina is on leave due to an alleged policy violation just before retiring, with details undisclosed due to an ongoing investigation.

One man died and another was injured in a house fire on Farmland Road in Lowell, Massachusetts, with officials noting the lack of working smoke alarms.

Boston anticipates varied spring weather, with initial warmth followed by a drop in temperature, wind gusts, and potential rain and fog, leading up to the vernal equinox and fluctuating conditions thereafter.

A fire started from a generator in a pickup truck at a Newburyport yacht yard, damaging several boats but causing no injuries. Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze.

Man with sword and heroin arrested near Adams 7/11 store; identity and charges pending, community vigilance praised.

An accident in Bourne damaged a utility pole, causing traffic delays and power outages. The area was partially closed for repairs, but later fully reopened.

Ivory Pearl, a popular seafood restaurant in Brookline, has announced on social media that it will close on March 31st, thanking patrons and hinting at future ventures.

Boston police arrested a 43-year-old man, Samuel Junta, on drug charges after finding him in an abandoned building in East Boston with suspected crack cocaine.

A man died following a stabbing in a Fall River rooming house, with resident Pedro Alvarado arrested for the crime.