A PVC pipe bomb was discovered May 16 at Egger Bog Pond in Lakeville; state bomb technicians removed the device and police are investigating.

A $100,000 Mass Cash ticket that matched all five numbers was sold at Rusty Lantern Market in Brockton. Another winning ticket from the same draw was sold in Peabody.

State and federal teams are testing for PFAS at New Boston Space Force Station; one on‑base community well was treated and lawmakers want clarity on cleanup timelines.

Two people with gunshot wounds drove themselves to a hospital after early-morning gunfire near Talbot Avenue in Dorchester; detectives are investigating.

Atlantic Medicinal Partners has closed its Fitchburg dispensary as lawsuits seek $6.11M, leaving customers and creditors in limbo.

One person is in custody after a reported shoplifting at South Shore Plaza; two suspects fled toward the Braintree Split and reportedly tried to enter vehicles. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.

Sunny and breezy today with highs near 80°F. Near‑record heat is possible Tuesday–Wednesday.

Orleans District Court First Justice Robert A. Welsh III faces misdemeanor and felony domestic-violence charges and has been removed from the bench pending arraignment in Boston.

Cambridge police say a Somerville man was arrested in North Cambridge after a struggle that turned up a loaded .45, suspected fentanyl and fraudulent IDs.

A private buyer swooped in and bought the Lexus tied to Karen Read’s trial after a Woburn auction was canceled for low turnout.

Sunny Saturday with highs near 71°F and gusty southwest winds. A sharp warm-up is expected Sun–Wed with a midweek storm risk—watch forecasts if you have outdoor plans.

A Brockton Public Schools para‑professional was arrested May 15, 2026 and faces sex‑abuse charges involving a student, local media reports.

A man was seriously injured in a slashing at Nubian Square MBTA station Saturday night; transit police say the attacker fled and the victim was hospitalized.