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Jan 20 2026WEATHER

Boston's Big Snowfall and the Chilly Days Ahead

Boston got a big surprise on Sunday night. A huge snowstorm hit the city, dropping between 4 to 6 inches of snow. Some areas, like Taunton, got even more, with up to 7 inches. This was the biggest snowfall of the season so far. At Logan Airport, they recorded 5. 3 inches of snow. That's almost half

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Jan 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Firestone Tire Brings Racing Thrills to the Road

Firestone has rolled out a new tire called the Firehawk Indy 500 V2. It's designed to bring the excitement of racing to everyday driving. This tire is part of Firestone's 125th-anniversary celebration. It's made to give sports cars an extra boost of performance and style. The Firehawk Indy 500 V2 h

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Fireworks Fun Gone Wrong: What's Really Happening?

Fireworks light up the sky during holidays, but they're also lighting up emergency rooms. Injuries from fireworks have been on the rise in the U. S. since 2012. A recent study looked at firework-related injuries from 2016 to 2021. It found that most injuries happen around New Year's and Independence

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Jan 10 2026BUSINESS

Boston Scientific: A New Chapter in Valencia

Boston Scientific is on the move. The company's neuromodulation division, currently based in Valencia, is relocating to a new spot nearby. This shift is notable because it marks a change in the company's footprint in the area. The new location is the former home of Scorpion, a marketing firm. This

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Boston's Big Spenders Back Mayor Wu's Inauguration

Boston's Mayor Michelle Wu has some serious financial backing. Her inauguration fund has raked in a cool $1. 2 million, mostly from big names in sports and business. The Boston Red Sox, Whoop Inc. , and the Electrical Industry Labor Management Cooperation Trust each chipped in $50, 000. That's some

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Jan 07 2026WEATHER

Boston's Wild Winds: A Blustery Year in Review

Boston had a rough year in 2025, with winds that seemed to never quit. The city experienced the strongest average wind gusts since records began in 1936, with an average of 30. 6 mph. That's a big jump from the usual 23 mph. In fact, there were 165 days with gusts hitting 30 mph or more. That's a lo

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Boston's Flu Surge: A Serious Situation for Young Kids

Boston is facing a tough flu season. Two very young kids, both under 2 years old, have died from the flu. This brings the total number of child flu deaths in the state to four this season. The city has seen a big jump in flu cases. From December 14 to December 27, 2025, confirmed flu cases went up

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Jan 02 2026SPORTS

Boston Sports: What's Next in 2026?

Boston's sports scene is always buzzing, and 2026 is shaping up to be another exciting year. Let's dive into some predictions that might surprise you. Drake Maye is making waves in the NFL. After a stellar rookie season, he's on track to become the NFL MVP. This would put him in elite company, join

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Dec 24 2025HEALTH

Flu Cases Skyrocket in Boston: Why You Should Care

Boston is facing a significant increase in flu cases this year, with numbers rising sharply in December. Health officials are urging everyone to take precautions, especially as more people gather indoors during the winter months. The city has seen a 114% jump in flu cases in just the first two weeks

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Firefighters' Gear: A Hidden Health Risk?

Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect others, but their protective gear might be putting their health at risk. Recent research has uncovered that some firefighter turnout gear contains chemicals linked to cancer and hormone problems. The study focused on brominated flame retardants, w

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