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5 must-watch movies & TV shows streaming right now
The best of what's new streaming on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney Plus, and more. Welcome to Boston.com’s weekly streaming guide. Each week, we recommend five must-watch movies and TV shows available on streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+, HBO Max, Peacock, Paramount+, and more. Many recommendations...
What Drake Maye said about his ‘rookie mistake’ on Matthew Judon’s pick-6
"Just a rookie mistake, no pun intended." Drake Maye made two of the most noteworthy plays at Patriots practice on Friday. One went in his favor, and the other did not. Maye hit fellow rookie Ja’Lynn Polk down the sideline on a play-action pass for a big gain. Polk jumped for the ball and caught it with both hands as he crashed to the ground. The throw was a bit wobbly, but it still made its way to its intended target.
Craig Breslow, Alex Cora discuss adding LHP James Paxton, what else Red Sox want to add ahead of trade deadline
Breslow said the team is still looking to add a relief pitcher and a right-handed hitter ahead of MLB's July 30 deadline. The 54-47 Red Sox appear to be buyers at this year’s trade deadline. Boston acquired left-handed starting pitcher James Paxton from the Los Angeles Dodgers for a...
Jayson Tatum, Derrick White exchange friendly jabs before 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremony
White joked that he 'watched JT's tutorial' to learn how to tie his tie for the ceremony. The Celtics representing Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics had plenty of fun ahead of Friday’s Opening Ceremony. Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White all made the trip to France...
Patriots’ Davon Godchaux addresses ‘frustrating’ contract situation
"I'm playing on almost no guarantees and I would like some stability." Davon Godchaux suited up for practice Friday after sitting out Thursday’s practice with what coach Jerod Mayo described as tightness. Godchaux was at Thursday’s practice but did not participate. Mayo said that didn’t have anything to do...
Joe Milton’s athleticism stood out on Day 3, and other takeaways from Patriots training camp
Drake Maye isn't the only Patriots rookie QB with arm talent. With four quarterbacks on the roster, the Patriots are utilizing both practice fields simultaneously to help spread reps around. Jacoby Brissett and Drake Maye have been on the right field closer to the bleachers, while Bailey Zappe and Joe...
Coordinated campaign aims to crack down on speeders in Mass., N.H., and Maine
National highway administrators remind drivers to slow down and reach their destination safely. A regional task force organized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is working with local law enforcement to stop speeding in its tracks. Officials from the NHTSA, law enforcement representatives, and highway safety officials from...
Rhode Island sales price for a single-family home breaks record
Looking for a bargain? The cost of a condo was 6.36 percent less than it was in June 2023. The median sales price for a single-family home in Rhode Island hit a new high of $494,000 in June, the Rhode Island Association of Realtors reported Monday. That’s 11.6 percent higher...
Nomar Garciaparra reflected on being dealt by Red Sox at 2004 MLB trade deadline
"There was some sadness there. But at the same time, there was also some happiness because I know what it meant." On July 31, 2004, the Red Sox took a momentous step toward winning a World Series for the first time in 86 years by completing a blockbuster trade. Of...
5 New England cities rank among top 20 hottest summer housing markets
Metro Boston, which ranked No. 16 in 2023, fell 15 spots this year, while Worcester climbed 11 spots to No. 17. The Wall Street Journal and Realtor.com released their rankings Thursday of the hottest housing markets this summer. Metro Boston tumbled out of the top 20. The ranking “highlights housing...
Harris set to headline Pittsfield fundraiser
Vice President Kamala Harris will appear at an event in the Berkshires on Saturday as she tries to build on her campaign's early momentum. Vice President Kamala Harris is once again headed to Massachusetts for a high-profile fundraiser. Last weekend, she headlined an event in Provincetown to drum up support...
How Boston is turning into a destination for inclusive run clubs
"There's no pressure for you to feel like you need to run a marathon." If you enjoy running and are looking for a way to build community, Boston is the place to be. Home to the world’s oldest annual marathon, running in Boston is more than just popular – it is a recognizable part of the city’s culture.
Photos: Joy in Charlestown as public pool finally reopens
After being closed for 2 years for renovations, Clougherty Pool is open Thursdays-Sundays from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Mayor Michelle Wu was joined on Thursday by elected officials and Charlestown residents to celebrate the reopening of the Boston Centers for Youth & Families Clougherty Pool following a two-year renovation. The complex,...
BPD adds 20 more mopeds to its tally of confiscated vehicles
The seizure comes as part of a weekslong moped crackdown. Officers seized 20 mopeds in the Back Bay and South End on Thursday, in response to ongoing community concerns about “reckless” driving, police say. Officers were conducting traffic enforcement this week of off highway vehicles — including unlicensed...
A new, more expansive plan is on the table for Boston’s brutalist Hurley building
The new plan for the downtown Boston "superblock" focuses on housing, mental health services, historic preservation, and commercial vitality. Gov. Maura Healey is renewing plans to redevelop a hulking brutalist government complex in downtown Boston and turn it into a residential mixed-use development. Before you ask, Boston City Hall is...
Jerod Mayo humorously confirmed report of Patriots extending Jabrill Peppers’ contract
"He really embodies everything that we want on the field." After decades of predictability during Patriots‘ press conferences, Jerod Mayo is already offering a departure from the previous model set by 24 years of Bill Belichick. Mayo, in the midst of his first training camp as Patriots head coach,...
Newport Folk Festival 2024: Live updates from the fest
Follow along for all of the best photos, videos, and stories from all three days at this year's Newport Folk Festival. Newport Folk Festival invites a harmonic crowd of folk fans who boat, bike or drive into Fort Adams State Park for a weekend filled with sonic surprises alongside the expected beautiful instrumentation and art vendors.
Steward Health Care to close hospitals in Dorchester and Ayer
Gov. Maura Healey is demanding that Steward finalize deals for its remaining hospitals. On Friday, the bankrupted Steward Health Care announced plans to close Carney Hospital in Dorchester and Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer. In a statement shared with the The Boston Globe, Steward Health Care said it has...
2 new polls show Harris surging past Trump in New Hampshire
Democrats and independents are rallying behind Harris in the Granite State. As Vice President Kamala Harris completes her first week essentially atop the Democratic ticket, she is surely receiving good news from the Granite State. Two new polls show her taking six-point leads over former President Donald Trump in New Hampshire, amid a surge in enthusiasm following Joe Biden’s decision to step aside and endorse Harris.
Extending Alex Cora is big step toward Craig Breslow making Red Sox his. The next comes at the deadline.
Craig Breslow and his bosses will be pilloried if they don't act at the trade deadline and give the Red Sox some help. This season for the Red Sox sickos was having an extended moment. Twenty-one wins in 30 games going into the All-Star break. Kyle Teel lighting up the Futures Game. Roman Anthony overpowering the Skills Showcase. Jarren Duran, MVP of the big show.
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