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Timothy Sullivan made a brief appearance in US District Court Wednesday to face charges of extortion and conspiracy.
A tough morning for Mayor WalshWalsh?s coffee hour in the North End was supposed to be an idyllic neighborhood event. But these days, there are no peaceful events for the mayor.
City official indicted for alleged extortion, conspiracyA second member of Mayor Walsh?s administration has been charged with allegedly forcing Boston Calling to hire unneeded union stagehands.
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With 2nd City Hall indictment, Ortiz goes high-profile again A second aide to Mayor Martin Walsh has been swept up in the Boston Calling investigation.
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Though dominant at times, the lefty had another midgame meltdown ? an inexplicable, frustrating pattern.
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The Celtics are about to start courting the NBA?s marquee free agent, and we are here to help.
The Patriots quarterback poked some fun at himself in a social media response to a story Danny Amendola told.
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The miniPRO is designed not to burn your house down, unlike cheaply made hoverboards that have caught fire.
Firefighter allegedly shot by friend while drinking, playing with gun The victim?s friend allegedly said he was the one who shot the firefighter, believing the gun was not loaded while they were both drinking.
Forecasters warned of the possibility of winds in excess of 30 miles per hour and pea-sized hail.
J.K. Rowling draws on real Mass. history for new wizardry taleThe back story of ?Harry Potter? author J.K. Rowling?s latest saga is imbued with real-life figures in Massachusetts history.
Elizabeth Warren would love a gig at the American HogwartsWarren tweeted at ?Harry Potter? author J.K. Rowling on Wednesday.
A teen bicyclist was left with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle on Aspinwall Road, police said.
The budget includes no new taxes or fees and will be austere in some respects.
Donald Trump swooped into the Financial District, where about 100 demonstrators filled the sidewalks to protest his visit.
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The fund-raiser brought out supporters and opponents of the presumptive Republican presidential nominee.
Donald Trump is staying in New England for another dayThe Republican presidential candidate will extend his New England campaign swing with a Thursday press conference in Manchester, N.H.
Istanbul rattled by violent blasts as death toll hits 41CIA Director John Brennan says the attack in Istanbul ??bears the hallmarks?? of the Islamic State?s ?depravity.?
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In defense of politiciansIn the end, the politicians who are best at their craft usually win.
The state?s plan to close psychiatric hospitals has had unintended consequences.
Boston Globe coverage and the movie ?Spotlight??Spotlight? is based on the stories and the reporters behind the investigation of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church.
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Nine inches of rain fell in parts of West Virginia, creating widespread flooding.
The defenseman spent seven seasons in Montreal, and was a persistent thorn in the Bruins? side.
The proposal is backed by Uber and Lyft, but has been questioned by the taxi industry and law enforcement.
The state Senate is expected today to debate an Uber bill that?s been the focus of extensive ? and expensive ? lobbying efforts.
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The party faulted Republicans for including provisions designed to deny new funding for Planned Parenthood clinics and ease rules on pesticide spraying.
For the public faces of Volkswagen ? the dealers ? the company?s sweeping settlement actually settles very little.
Currently touring with Bob Dylan, the iconic soul star looks back on a longtime friendship that might have become something more.
It?s not very patriotic, but this margarita with an Italian spin is a sweet treat for the holiday.
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What is Donald Trump doing in Bangor?Maine is a state that hasn?t voted for a Republican presidential candidate since 1988.
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?This is home?Keith Leblanc and Kelly Monnahan create a haven for themselves, family, and friends in the piney hills of outer Cape Cod.
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New J.K. Rowling story set in Massachusetts
Protesters demonstrate during Boston Trump fund-raiser
Stoneham man faces charges for shooting and killing his friend while playing with gun
Second City of Boston official indicted on extortion charges
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