"Best small towns" list includes 5 New England spots
New England is well-represented in the U.S. News & World Report "Best Vacation Rankings" for 2025.
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New England is well-represented in the U.S. News & World Report "Best Vacation Rankings" for 2025.
Cases of tick-borne illnesses have risen on Martha's Vineyard.
Alpha-Gal, which can make you allergic to meat, is spreading through the bite of the Lone Star tick on Martha's Vineyard.
Nearly 150 cases of Alpha-Gal have been reported on Martha's Vineyard this year.
Vineyard Wind is resuming work after a wind turbine blade broke off and fell into the ocean.
The Steamship Authority said that the weekend of ferry cancellations was caused by one licensed worker who couldn't make it in on Saturday.
David Letterman will headline a fundraiser with President Joe Biden in Massachusetts later this month.
Debris from a wind turbine has been washing onto the shore of Nantucket in recent days.
Worcester officials are warning the public to be cautious this holiday weekend after three explosive devices were found Tuesday. WBZ's Courtney Cole has this and more top stories -- Jason Mikell has your latest weather forecast.
A recent survey flight off Massachusetts reported dozens of whales in the waters, plus a rare sighting of orcas.
Fast ferries to the Cape and Islands could be in jeopardy if speed limits are cut under proposed regulations to protect right whales.
Migrants from Haiti arriving in Florida could be headed to Martha's Vineyard, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he may send Haitian migrants to Martha's Vineyard.
The rental does include a 50-foot boat for the renter's use.
A Martha's Vineyard is available to rent for an astonishing $1 million a month.
The Massachusetts Lottery will soon release a new scratch ticket inspired by the "Jaws" movie.
Vineyard Wind, the first major offshore wind farm to be built in the United States, is ramping up.
Vineyard Wind, the first major offshore wind farm to be built in the United States, is ramping up.
A shocking discovery was made in the waters near Martha's Vineyard, as an endangered right whale was found floating dead, wrapped in rope embedded in its emaciated body.
WBZ TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Investigators believe rope found around the endangered whale's tail came from Maine.
Steamship Authority has rescheduled summer reservation openings for ferries to and from Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket after technical problems with its web server last month.
The female whale that died was entangled in fishing rope.
Families planning summer vacations to the Islands won't be able to make ferry reservations with the Steamship Authority for some time due to technical problems.
Families planning summer vacations to the Islands won't be able to make ferry reservations with the Steamship Authority for some time due to technical problems.
Wrestling Coach George Bossi started the wrestling program at Lowell High School 60 years ago, and he's still coaching today.
More than five inches of snow fell in several towns in eastern Massachusetts on Friday.
A romance bookstore - the first in the Boston area - has opened its doors in Cambridge, giving fans of the genre the chance to revel in romantic reads.
Friday's snow didn't stop shoppers who were determined to cross things off their holiday to-do lists.
A multi-story public gathering space in Charlestown was vandalized. Police are still searching for the suspect.
More than four inches of snow fell in several towns in eastern Massachusetts.
The stopgap measure to fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief passed the Senate and now goes to President Biden for his signature.
Wrestling Coach George Bossi started the wrestling program at Lowell High School 60 years ago, and he's still coaching today.
The evening commute began crawling hours earlier due to a snow storm. WBZ-TV's Juli McDonald reports.
Thirteen Mega Million jackpots have been won during December since the game began in 2002.
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
A family visiting Boston left behind a videotape with precious memories in their rental car.
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
How do you keep political drama from poisoning important relationships during the holidays?
Consumers haggle over the price of big-ticket items like homes and cars. So should they also bargain over the cost of college tuition?
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn joined WBZ-TV this week for a one-on-one interview for Sunday's "Keller At Large."
Jon Keller has his annual list of turkeys in the Boston area for Thanksgiving 2024.
A romance bookstore - the first in the Boston area - has opened its doors in Cambridge, giving fans of the genre the chance to revel in romantic reads.
Ocean State Job Lot announced this week it is taking over another Christmas Tree Shops location, this one in North Attleboro.
Massachusetts is getting closer to allowing pot cafes and other sites for social marijuana consumption.
Bertucci's has closed its Swampscott restaurant, leaving only 15 locations in Massachusetts.
Four Seas Ice Cream, fixture on Cape Cod since 1934, has been sold.
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.
The New England Patriots will not have Marcus Jones for Sunday's game against the Bills.
We're really not asking for much from the New England Patriots this holiday season, just to look like an actual NFL team over the final three weeks of the season.
The Boston Red Sox added another free-agent arm to the mix, reportedly signing left-handed pitcher Patrick Sandoval to a two-year deal on Friday.
Both Joe Mazzulla and Jaylen Brown were furious with the officiating in Thursday night's Boston Celtics loss to the Chicago Bulls
Mattias Ekholm got the overtime winner as the Edmonton Oilers shook off a shoddy start for a 3-2 victory against the Boston Bruins.
A dog trainer in Massachusetts managed to create the perfect "dog nativity scene" that's going viral on social media.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a 20-year-old blind cat who was seen floating on a piece of ice in Westford.
The Mount Washington Observatory shared photos of staff members hanging ten on "rime ice" formations.
A unique ATM tree in Greenfield, Massachusetts was hit by thieves in a heist.
An "odd couple" at an Animal Rescue League shelter in Boston is looking for a new home together.