An early Saturday fire on Harper Way in Pepperell killed an older adult and a dog; state investigators are probing the cause.

Federal prosecutors say ghost guns, machine‑gun conversion devices and a 3‑D printer were seized from an East Boston apartment. The defendant faces federal charges and is due in court May 6, 2026.

Reading police warned salons, spas and gyms after reports of a young man entering without appointments and approaching staff. Officials urged anyone who feels unsafe to call immediately.

A Dorchester traffic stop Thursday night led to the arrest of a 27-year-old Roxbury man after police recovered a loaded 9mm and extra ammunition.

A Plymouth County grand jury indicted a Bridgewater couple accused of keeping nearly $18,000 raised on GoFundMe for an unhoused man known as Greg. Prosecutors say the campaign raised about $17,800.

Revere Police posted its 2025 annual report Friday, listing 103 sworn officers and launching a hiring push that includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus and a new lateral-transfer program.

Methuen police are investigating a shooting at the Wendy’s on Pleasant Valley Street. Authorities have not yet released details about injuries or arrests.

A late-night Brigham Street blaze is the latest in a string of suspicious fires in Westborough; officials say no injuries were reported and a reward is available for tips.

Ten Boston restaurants were approved this week to upgrade to restricted all‑alcohol licenses, letting them serve distilled spirits across neighborhoods. The moves follow a 2024 law expanding permits.

Monarc Development filed a letter of intent to convert South Boston's Marian Manor into 204 apartments with about 37 income‑restricted units and a new 164‑space garage.

Kawa, from restaurateurs Arnaud Abdoun and Loic Le Garrec, will take over the former FoMu at 655 Tremont St. Menu details are still under wraps but owners promise quality coffee and local ingredients.

Phinista Cafe is opening a third Greater Boston location at Packard’s Corner, bringing its bánh mì, inventive drinks and new breakfast items to Allston. The team hopes to open in about a month as renovations finish.

The DOJ asked a Fort Worth court to compel Rhode Island Hospital to produce records on pediatric gender care, saying the hospital provided only a six‑page response to a wide HIPAA subpoena.