Six Massachusetts beaches were closed Tuesday over bacteria, algae and sewage‑overflow concerns. Officials urge checking the state's beach dashboard before swimming.

Sunny and comfortable Wednesday with highs near 74°F. Warm inland Thursday–Friday; showers and thunderstorms likely Sunday.

Clear, cool Tuesday morning in Boston with highs near 69°F and a warm-up midweek.

Cool Monday with spotty morning showers and highs near 56°F. Temperatures climb into the 70s by Tuesday.

An aerial survey recorded 222 humpback whales east of Cape Cod, with researchers noting active feeding and repeated breaching during the flight.

Gusty north winds and steady showers hit Boston Saturday. Wind Advisory runs 8 AM–8 PM with the Cape under a High Wind Warning; expect ferry delays.

Showers possible late Friday. A Wind Advisory and Gale Warning arrive Saturday with gusts up to 45 mph along the coast.

An Omega Block will make New England feel colder this weekend; Boston gets chilly rain while the highest peaks may see a rare late‑May dusting of snow.

Cool, showery Thursday with scattered afternoon showers. A Gale Watch threatens coastal waters Saturday with gusty winds and rough seas.

Warm and humid Wednesday with highs near 80°F; isolated coastal showers possible. Cooler Thursday and steadier rain likely late Friday into Saturday.

Dozens of invasive Asian carp were found along Leverett Pond's shoreline; state wildlife and environmental police are investigating.

Mostly sunny and warm Tuesday with highs near 79°F. Hotter Wednesday with a late‑afternoon chance of isolated storms.

Hundreds of fish washed up in Worcester’s University Park pond; city crews installed a temporary aerator and officials say oxygen levels are improving.