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Leominster to provide free school supplies for all students through high school
WBZ TV's Tiffany Chan reports.
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WBZ TV's Tiffany Chan reports.
Hundreds of volunteers stuffed backpacks with school supplies Thursday for 45,000 children in need across Massachusetts.
WBZ TV's Nick Giovanni reports.
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In Massachusetts, most schools have posted extensive information for students on their websites.
Students can expect to see these so-called cell phone hotels this year as more schools ban the devices in classrooms.
WBZ TV's Breana Pitts reports.
Students in three Massachusetts school districts that are directly impacted by the Orange Line shutdown returned to class Wednesday.
The non-profit Change is Simple is taking lessons on climate science on the road with a school on wheels.
WBZ TV's Sarah Wroblewski reports
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Educators can get a free medium coffee on Thursday.
WBZ TV's Kate Merrill reports.
The I-Team's Cheryl Fiandaca says districts need to have an emergency plan but they don't need to file it with the state.
The volunteer organization expects to help out more than 700 families.
WBZ-TV's Breana Pitts reports.
With the cost of back-to-school supplies is on the rise, finding the least expensive items is critical for families.
In addition to the basics of education like algebra, biology and literature, dozens of Massachusetts high schools are teaching kids real-world sills that employers need right now.
WBZ-TV's Kate Merrill reports.
WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
Volunteers have spent the week 70,000 backpacks with school supplies for those in need.
Boston Public Schools started the new school year Thursday and the new superintendent brought what she calls "the juice."
Rock your kid's first week back to school with an amazing meal that will have them asking for more, please. These five delicious recipes with simple instructions will take the chore out of family dinner, leaving you free to spend more time kicking back with the family after a long week.
Start the school year off right with these fun and challenging games that will keep your kids entertained and learning for hours. These six apps will provide endless laughter while your little one's work hard to solve puzzles, work on new skills, and create.
On Wednesday, Boston released a "Rat Action Plan" to tackle the city's serious rodent problem.
Brookline police say a 68-year-old man is accused of trailing teenage joggers and exposing himself while in possession of a stun gun and handcuffs in his truck.
A brand-new exhibit opened up on Wednesday at the Museum of Science about our changing climate and the solutions to solve it.
Bekah Salwasser will have a completely new perspective of the Pan-Mass Challenge this year.
The political future of President Joe Biden has been called into question in recent weeks.
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said President Biden is experiencing mild symptoms after testing positive for COVID-19.
This month is on pace to be the most humid July on record in Boston.
The National Weather Service said a Tuesday night storm in New Hampshire was not a tornado.
The last inmate walked out the doors of MCI-Concord on June 28.
The political future of President Joe Biden has been called into question in recent weeks.
Researchers are developing a new experimental nasal spray that may help treat patients with dementia.
Having trouble sleeping? New study finds participating in short bursts of activity before bed can help you sleep longer.
A recent study in the U.K. discovered those who walk or bike to work are more mentally and physically fit compared to those who don't.
A new survey found that more than 50% of Gen Z are using TikTok for health advice.
One area that's often overlooked when we talk about extreme heat is its impact on medications, and many drugs don't do well in warm temperatures.
Blupoint Healthcare employees say their paychecks finally cleared at the bank.
An 84-year-old Navy veteran paid a shop thousands of dollars for a headstone. Two years later he still had nothing, until he reached out to WBZ's Call For Action.
Just days after the judge in the Karen Read case announced a mistrial, lawyers for the Mansfield woman are now looking to dismiss two of the charges against her.
The I-Team's Call for Action helped an Ipswich woman who spent years trying to get to the bottom of a mistake that was affecting her credit score.
A reformed romance scammer is speaking out, sharing with the I-Team how he got women to send him tens of thousands of dollars.
Jon Keller says Donald Trump chose not to unite the nation by selecting Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate.
Jon Keller takes a look at the short-term political implications of the Trump assassination attempt.
Longtime Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria says a proposed soccer stadium is a key part of the solution to dwindling commercial revenues.
While the race for the White House has been mostly focused on President Biden and his widely-panned debate performance, his challenger Donald Trump is now breaking his post-debate silence.
Two big meetings were held in Washington Tuesday as House and Senate Democrats gathered separately to talk about President Biden and the future his candidacy.
Yankee Candle is laying off about 100 workers in Massachusetts amid a decline in the fragrance business.
Stop & Shop says it will be closing 32 stores this year and eight of them are in Massachusetts.
Thanks in part to an anonymous $5.2 million donation, the West Newton Cinema is likely to be saved from being demolished.
Bob's Stores, a discount clothing retailer with locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut, is going out of business.
Two New England pizza places were named among the best in the country by The New York Times.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
While Jaylen Brown's assessment on Bronny James didn't sit well with Lakers fans, Bronny's agent had no issues with the Celtics star sharing his opinion.
There is a new man in charge of the Patriots, with Jerod Mayo set to host his first training camp as head coach of New England.
While their top pick was a power-hitting outfielder, the Red Sox focused on pitching at the 2024 MLB Draft.
An incredible season continued for Jarren Duran on Tuesday, when the Red Sox outfielder took home MVP honors of the 2024 MLB All-Star Game.
Jarren Duran turned some heads in his first All-Star Game, hitting a tiebreaking two-run homer for the American League and being awarded the MVP trophy.
The 93-mile Lamoille Valley Rail Trail is now open in Vermont.
For the second time this year, a flamingo has been spotted on Cape Cod.
The Coast Guard came to the rescue of Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy after his boat lost power off Nantucket.
A humpback whale was caught on video leaping out of the water in Kittery, Maine.
Harvard researchers suggest intelligent beings concealed on Earth could be responsible for UFO sightings.