Massachusetts breaks ground on 44 affordable homes for veterans in Winchendon, funded by $10.5 million from state offices, part of efforts to end veteran homelessness.

Boston Police arrested two men, Kyle Brown and Justin Webb, for separate shoplifting incidents in the South End neighborhood's Newbury Street and Prudential Mall.

The Plymouth Police Department reported on their activities from Nov 30 to Dec 6, 2025, including 733 incidents, 11 arrests, and 39 vehicle accidents.

MBTA celebrated its 25th Fill-A-Bus program, collecting 2,746 toys for children in need during the holidays, with gifts going to various local organizations.

A Falmouth man was arrested for burgling a Lakeville hardware store, with $3,000 in power tools stolen. Police responded to an alarm and apprehended the suspect in a rideshare vehicle.

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Police hosted the 29th Enchanted Trolley Tour, fostering community relations and safety during the holiday festivities.

Massachusetts issues a safety alert after its first silicosis case in the stone countertop industry, stressing the need for better workplace protections against silica dust.

A fire in Taunton, MA, led to 4 hospitalizations and displaced 15 residents; firefighters battled it in cold weather. No sprinkler system was reported.

Massachusetts’ Healey-Driscoll Administration launches the SafetyWorks Initiative, providing $800,000 in grants to train 13,832 workers on safety, emphasizing support for diverse businesses through the Department of Industrial Accidents.

A U.S. District Court ruled against the Trump administration's halt on federal wind energy permitting, marking a victory for an 18-state coalition led by Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell.

MassDOT celebrated the early completion of the Route 20 Reconstruction Project in Charlton, one year ahead of schedule, enhancing traffic safety and flow.

Anthony Dew was sentenced to up to nine years for a 2024 assault on a woman. Awaiting a status hearing on more charges, Dew was found guilty of assault, battery, and strangulation. The victim recounted a brutal attack that led to severe injuries.

Boston Police issued a missing person alert for Kaleah Bailey-Cannady, 16, last seen in Mattapan on Nov 22. She is 5’1", 110 lbs, wearing a black jacket and pink pants. Authorities seek information on her whereabouts.