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When to take your Christmas tree down, and how to dispose of it
Have you taken down your Christmas tree yet? Here's all you need to know about when to box up or take down your tree — and how.
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Have you taken down your Christmas tree yet? Here's all you need to know about when to box up or take down your tree — and how.
Cardinal Sean O'Malley spoke of reflection and generosity in his sermon during Mass.
If you're wondering if you can recycle all of that used wrapping paper... most of it should go in the trash.
WBZ TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
Cardinal Sean O'Malley asked the faithful to remember those suffering in the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine.
WBZ TV's Katrina Kincade reports.
Pope Francis made his Christmas Day appeal for peace around the world and in particular between Israel and the Palestinians.
NORAD's official Santa tracker allows families to follow Santa Claus on his journey this Christmas Eve.
Loco Fenway Chef Mike Sanchez prepares his popular Thick Cut French Toast along with his two daughters.
WBZ-TV's David Wade and Lisa Hughes made an appearance at the Boston Pops to narrate a special Christmas story.
Malls are busier than ever as shoppers try to get their last minute holiday shopping done.
Malls are busier than ever as shoppers try to get their last minute holiday shopping done.
Christmas is only two days away and if you're searching for a last-minute Christmas gift, consider a custom portrait of your loved one's pet!
Christmas is only two days away and if you're searching for a last-minute Christmas gift, consider a custom portrait of your loved one's pet!
NORAD first started tracking Santa in 1955. This is what it looks like behind the scenes.
When Donald Wilson lost the mother of his three children to a stroke, he was left alone, struggling to parent them while keeping a fulltime job. Then an unlikely neighbor came to his aid.
A man in Peabody draws dozens of visitors every year with his massive display of Christmas inflatables at his family's home.
A man in Peabody draws dozens of visitors every year with his massive display of Christmas inflatables at his family's home.
Experts from AAA expect this year's holiday season to set records.
Experts say "Christmas Tree Syndrome" isn't a reaction to the tree itself, but to weed pollen and mold spores collecting on it. Here's what to know about reducing the risk of symptoms.
If you have packages and letters you still need to deliver, time is running out to make sure your gifts arrive in time.
With Christmas falling on a Monday this year, Sunday deliveries will be limited, making it even more important to meet the deadlines.
Whamageddon is upon us.
Kids and adults alike often shake a present to guess what might be inside. Turns out we can easily figure out exactly what they're up to
Santa Claus had a memorable arrival for the annual Christmas Parade in Boston's North End on Sunday.
New England artist Noah Kahan is headlining the biggest show of his career at Fenway Park Thursday, and more than 30,000 fans have shown up to see it.
More debris fell from a turbine Thursday morning at the controversial Vineyard Wind farm off the coast of Cape Cod.
When a Woburn teenager noticed that the offerings at his local food pantry didn't reflect the diversity of his community, he launched an initiative to change that.
Amazon Prime Day 2024 has ended, but there are still great deals to be had a popular laptops.
The people of East Boston are 13 days into the Sumner Tunnel shutdown. As they halt in traffic, MassDOT crews say they are 40% done with the work.
An unnamed juror in the Karen Read murder trial told the judge that he or she is "frightened for [his or her] personal safety."
More debris fell from a turbine Thursday morning at the controversial Vineyard Wind farm off the coast of Cape Cod.
Massachusetts health officials said a person from Worcester County has been diagnosed with the first confirmed case of measles in the state since 2020.
The MBTA announced on Thursday that it will suspend service on the Red Line's Braintree branch for 24 days in September.
An 8-year-old Massachusetts girl is recovering after a massive tree branch fell while she was sitting beneath it with some friends at day camp in Norwood.
Caring for someone with dementia can be incredibly stressful and a new study finds that stress can cause damage on a cellular level, which can lead to mental and physical health problems.
A new study out of the U.K. says so-called "night owls" may have better brain function.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question about why eating can make you sleepy.
Massachusetts health officials said a person from Worcester County has been diagnosed with the first confirmed case of measles in the state since 2020.
Researchers are developing a new experimental nasal spray that may help treat patients with dementia.
After the I-Team went to Blupoint Healthcare's Newton offices, workers got their paychecks. Days later, their banks said the checks were no good.
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.
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.
If the NBA champion Boston Celtics want to consider themselves "World Champions," they apparently have to go through the Euroleague champs.
Brad Stevens reacted to two of the biggest storylines surrounding the Boston Celtics this offseason.
Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens wanted to come out of retirement and help Tom Brady win another Super Bowl in Tampa Bay. But according to Owens, Brady completely ignored his offer.
Training camp is nearly upon us, that special time of year when an NFL player can go from relative obscurity to potential stardom with a strong showing on the practice field.
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.
New photos show an endangered North Atlantic right whale that's named after Fenway Park alongside her calf.
A Massachusetts woman got a big surprise when she was checking her lottery tickets.
Dr. Jennifer LaFemina saved a Little League umpire's life while at her son's baseball game in Massachusetts.
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.