Baker fills two top administration posts

A Northeastern executive was named as Baker?s chief of staff, and a Shrewsbury legislator was tapped as Energy secretary.

Daily Dose

Taking daily aspirin fails to prevent heart deaths

Taking a daily aspirin won?t prevent heart deaths in those without established heart disease, according to new research.

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Jeffrey Mason asked police what punishment he faced for a fourth drunk driving conviction, a prosecutor said.

An unusually high number of sea turtles were rescued in the area this weekend. They are being rehabbed at the Quincy facility of the New England Aquarium.

45 stranded sea turtles rescued on Cape Cod beaches

The young sea turtles were rescued this weekend after they washed ashore on Cape Cod suffering from hypothermia.

Walsh rejects creation of City Council commission

Walsh rejected the commission because he said only the mayor ? not the City Council ? can appoint members of a commission.

Protesters gathered Monday in Clayton, Mo., near Ferguson.

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Missouri declares state of emergency ahead of Ferguson decision

The state?s governor activated the National Guard with a grand jury decision expected in the case of a black teen shot by a white officer.

Rob Gronkowski had four receptions for 71 yards and a touchdown vs. the Colts.

Gronkowski?s blocking was key to victory, Belichick says

The Patriots tight end played a key role in the running game in Sunday?s game vs. the Colts, Bill Belichick said.

Abigail Hernandez (right) sat with family and friends at the arraignment of Nathaniel Kibby in July.

Specialist is surprised N.H. teen named kidnap suspect after only a week

A trauma specialist said it?s not unusual for a kidnap victim to wait longer than a week to reveal information about her alleged captor.

Marlins right fielder Giancarlo Stanton led the National League in home runs with 37 last season.

Giancarlo Stanton signs record $325m deal with Marlins

The slugger?s 13-year contract includes a no-trade clause and an opt-out after six years.

Payday: How does your salary stack up?

We polled area residents on their annual salaries, and threw in a few local notables and celebrities, too.