March 24, 2023 New Hampshire man, former bouncer, awarded for thwarting attack on passenger flight Jeff Neil of Exeter, New Hampshire, was awarded by his hometown for tackling a man who attempted to open an emergency door and stab a flight attendant aboard a Boston-bound plane.
March 24, 2023 MA approves spending plan to extend COVID-19 programs including outdoor dining regulations, to-go cocktails Lawmakers in Massachusetts approved a spending plan that would extend COVID-19 programs including outdoor dining, to-go alcohol sales, and remote access to public meetings.
March 23, 2023 Rifle stolen from marked Massachusetts State Police vehicle A service rifle was stolen Thursday from a marked Massachusetts State Police vehicle locked inside a residential complex's garage in Malden, just outside Boston.
March 23, 2023 Ayer, Massachusetts train derailment: CSX says no injuries, no hazardous materials involved Five cars attached to a freight train operated by CSX derailed in Ayer, Massachusetts on Thursday, and officials say no hazardous materials were involved.
March 23, 2023 No hazardous spills reported in Massachusetts freight train derailment A Norfolk Southern engine and multiple freight cars derailed in Ayer, Massachusetts, on Thursday, though a local fire department reports no hazardous chemicals were being spilled.
March 23, 2023 Former Massachusetts police detective convicted of first-degree murder for fatally shooting wife Former Westfield Detective Brian Fanion has been convicted of murder for killing his wife five years ago. Fanion's wife's death was originally ruled a suicide.
March 23, 2023 Ex-Haitian mayor who was found liable for homicide charged with lying on application to become US resident A former Haitian mayor who was found liable for killing somebody has been criminally charged with lying on his application to become a United States resident.
March 23, 2023 Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey reminds pharmacies they must stock up on abortion pills Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey reminded pharmacies that they are required to stock up on abortion drugs on Wednesday. The state passed a law in 2020 expanding access to abortion.
March 22, 2023 Massachusetts postal worker sentenced for attempting to bribe boss to participate in trafficking cocaine A Massachusetts' mail carrier is facing federal charges for allegedly trying to bribe and sell cocaine to his U.S. Postal Services' supervisor.
March 22, 2023 Boston pizza shop owner who was accused of abusing employees denied bail, judge cites 'history of violence' A pizza shop owner who allegedly abused employees has been denied bail. The defendant allegedly has a "history of violence and threats."