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Regional economy stagnant, but some optimism for the future

Regional economy stagnant, but some optimism for the future

Federal Reserve Bank of Boston reports depict a stagnant regional economy that is lagging behind the U.S. economy in some areas, but is cautiously optimistic about the future. Tariffs, economic uncertainty, AI, and rising housing prices have all...

New Trader Joe's stores are coming in Greater Boston

New Trader Joe's stores are coming in Greater Boston

Fan-favorite grocery store Trader Joe’s has plans to open 30 new stores across the country, and two of them will be in Greater Boston. The latest announced new store will be in Newton at 1165 Needham Street, according to Trader Joe’s website. It...

Cityline: Easing the financial burdens of college

Cityline: Easing the financial burdens of college

Cityline: Easing the financial burdens of college Wily Network helps local students focus on academics and mental health MANAGING THE STRESSORS OF COLLEGE ACADEMIC, SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL CAN BE HARD WITH FAMILY SUPPORT, BUT IMAGINE BEING COMPLETELY...

This Massachusetts man became a millionaire twice in one night – thanks to a lucky lottery mistake

This Massachusetts man became a millionaire twice in one night – thanks to a lucky lottery mistake

By Lily Hautau, CNN (CNN) — One lucky Massachusetts man bought two winning lottery tickets at two different stores, earning him a $2 million payday. Paul Corcoran of Fitchburg, a small city in north-central Massachusetts, planned to play in the...

Cubs' hot start lands them in elite company in franchise history

Cubs' hot start lands them in elite company in franchise history

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Boston Red Sox Saturday night at Wrigley Field for the second straight day, and the win landed the team in an awesome spot. That’s because the victory, a 6-0 triumph over Boston, was the Cubs’ 59th win of the season...

After deadly fire, Massachusetts orders safety plans from assisted living centers

After deadly fire, Massachusetts orders safety plans from assisted living centers

By the end of next week, all 273 assisted living facilities in Massachusetts will be required to send a letter to all residents and families detailing fire safety protocols, evacuation procedures and key points of contact. Gov. Maura Healey on...

Diamondbacks Reveal Aggressive Trade Deadline Plan, Targets: Report

Diamondbacks Reveal Aggressive Trade Deadline Plan, Targets: Report

By Zach Pressnell is a Newsweek contributor based in Columbus, Ohio. His focus is MLB content. He has an extensive knowledge of professional baseball and all things that come with it after working closely with the sport for years. Zach has been...

Dr. Robert Mirak, Scholar, Author, Family man, and Entrepreneur, Passes

Dr. Robert Mirak, Scholar, Author, Family man, and Entrepreneur, Passes

WINCHESTER, Mass. — Robert Mirak passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on July 17th at the age of 92. Bob was born in 1933, the first son of Artemis and John Mirak, both orphans who had survived the Armenian genocide and...

Yankees, Red Sox Eyeing Blockbuster Trade For Pair Of Star Pitchers

Yankees, Red Sox Eyeing Blockbuster Trade For Pair Of Star Pitchers

By Zach Pressnell is a Newsweek contributor based in Columbus, Ohio. His focus is MLB content. He has an extensive knowledge of professional baseball and all things that come with it after working closely with the sport for years. Zach has been...

Yankees Blockbuster? $66 Million Trade Rumors Reach New Peak

Yankees Blockbuster? $66 Million Trade Rumors Reach New Peak

By Zach Pressnell is a Newsweek contributor based in Columbus, Ohio. His focus is MLB content. He has an extensive knowledge of professional baseball and all things that come with it after working closely with the sport for years. Zach has been...

Celtics Floated as Trade Destination for Defensive-Minded Big Man

Celtics Floated as Trade Destination for Defensive-Minded Big Man

Getty Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics drives by Nicolas Claxton of the Brooklyn Nets. The Boston Celtics’ offseason has been anything but quiet. After parting ways with Kristaps Porzingis and Luke Kornet, their biggest need is suddenly glaring:...

Celtics Trade Pitch Lands Them 6-Time NBA All-Star

Celtics Trade Pitch Lands Them 6-Time NBA All-Star

Getty Brad Stevens of the Boston Celtics may have more trades up his sleeve. The Boston Celtics are at a crossroads. Just a year removed from their 2024 championship, a tidal wave of cap penalties and injuries has forced the franchise into full...

Warriors Trade Pitch Lands All-Rookie Guard From East Team

Warriors Trade Pitch Lands All-Rookie Guard From East Team

Getty Head coach Steve Kerr (L) and governor Joe Lacob of the Golden State Warriors look on during a game between the Warriors and the San Antonio Spurs. The Golden State Warriors are deep into the offseason, but one of their biggest questions...

Cavaliers Forward Reportedly on Trade Block

Cavaliers Forward Reportedly on Trade Block

Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images Dean Wade, Cleveland Cavaliers The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing a hefty luxury tax bill next season. According to Spotrac, the Eastern Conference contenders could be on the hook for an estimated $141 million. As...

Jonathan Kuminga Mentioned in Celtics Trade Talk as Warriors Receive Clear Message

Jonathan Kuminga Mentioned in Celtics Trade Talk as Warriors Receive Clear Message

“I feel like I’m at the point where that has to be my priority, to just be one of the guys a team relies on. Aiming to be an All-Star. Multiple times. Aiming to be great… I’ve never got that chance.” That’s the sound of a player who’s done...

Dylan Harper's ex-squad New York Renaissance trump Expressions for Peach Jam final spot in New York vs Boston classic

Dylan Harper's ex-squad New York Renaissance trump Expressions for Peach Jam final spot in New York vs Boston classic

San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper's former Nike EYBL team, New York Renaissance, reached the Peach Jam final after a massive 75-54 win against Expressions on Saturday. They next face three-time NBA All-Star Bradley Beal's Bradley Beal Elite....

Column: Spotlight grows on Chicago Cubs President Jed Hoyer as MLB trade deadline nears

Column: Spotlight grows on Chicago Cubs President Jed Hoyer as MLB trade deadline nears

Midway through Jed Hoyer’s latest Ted Talk on the July 31 trade deadline, the thought occurred that maybe the Chicago Cubs president should throw his phone into Lake Michigan and sit this one out. Would the Cubs be OK in October without another...

Pols & Politics: Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey sees surging popularity in new poll

Pols & Politics: Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey sees surging popularity in new poll

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is having a hot July following more lukewarm months, as a new poll shows her approval ratings have surged 10 points. Healey scored an approval rating of 59% in a new survey published by the business intelligence...

Boston judge delays sentencing for former city councilor in corruption case

Boston judge delays sentencing for former city councilor in corruption case

A Boston federal judge continued the sentencing hearing for former Boston City Councilor Tania Feranades Anderson, who pleaded guilty to corruption charges in May. On Friday, Judge Indira Talwani approved a motion from Fernandes Anderson’s...

Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after Coldplay concert incident, company says ‘While awareness of our…’

Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after Coldplay concert incident, company says ‘While awareness of our…’

Astronomer CEO Andy Byron has resigned from his role after he was spotted hugging and cuddling the company’s HR head at Coldplay Concert in Boston. “Andy Byron has tendered his resignation, and the Board of Directors has accepted,” the company...

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