State trooper destroyed records to cover up OT scheme, feds claim

In a new court filing, prosecutors allege a former trooper destroyed copies of traffic citations as part of his scheme to cover up how he skipped hundreds of hours of overtime shifts.

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Kushner uses an unofficial online messaging service for official White House business, including with foreign contacts, his lawyer told lawmakers late last year.

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That ride to Logan may be getting more expensive ? and it probably won?t be dropping you off in front of the terminal anymore.

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A motion filed Thursday requested that their appearance be pushed back from March 29 to April 15 because their attorneys have scheduling conflicts.

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The experts spoke after news broke that Kraft reportedly rejected a deal to have the charges dropped in exchange for admitting the government could prove him guilty.

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A Florida man has pleaded guilty to sending a wave of pipe bombs to CNN and prominent critics of President Trump.

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The synthetic opioid fentanyl has been driving up the rate of fatal drug overdoses across racial and social lines in the United States, according to a new analysis by the CDC.

Kevin Cullen

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Because she grew up in a big, sprawling household, Kennedy intuitively understood the redemptive power of family, and she spent her career trying to fix and restore families.

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More Republicans are defending the late John McCain against President Trump?s attacks seven months after the Arizona senator died of brain cancer.

Obituary

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Dr. Manfred Ernesti, of Milton, died Sunday.

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Police say a teenager drove through the front of the high school campus and shouted profanity, threats, and racial slurs. He also fired a paintball gun into the air.

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Finally, the contorted criminal case stemming from Adam Anhang?s 2005 death came to an end last week.

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Ty Burr

People, can we just try taking it slow, for a change?

Turn down the volume, take a deep breath, and look beneath the infospew.

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The bird, which has only been recorded twice in the United States, will be taxidermied and put on display for the public.

A person crossed the street in Boston last month.

Dave Epstein

Rain (and possible snow showers) will give way to sunny Sunday

The dry weather will continue through the evening commute, but there is rain on the way.

NAMES

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It?s not just about the music.

Ariana Grande performed 28 songs during her 100-minute show at TD Garden Wednesday.

Music Review

Ariana Grande showcases charm, voice at TD Garden

The show opened with Grande putting the full spotlight on her voice, but it quickly segued into a full-on pop fantasia.

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Globe Staff photo illustration; Adobe

Opinion | Margery Eagan

I can buy pot, legally, a mile from my house. Still, it feels a bit weird

The marijuana store is just past the police headquarters on the right, the town library on the left, next door to the Little Children Schoolhouse day care.

Opinion | Michael D?Antonio

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President Trump still resents John McCain?s independence and, even more, the senator?s authenticity.

SCOT LEHIGH

/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2019/03/21/BostonGlobe.com/EditorialOpinion/Images/ScotLehigh%20artwork%20(1)-5459.tif A Bernie-Beto tug of war for the youth vote

Beto O?Rourke could give Sanders a run for the role of favored candidate of the younger generations.

There are many reasons why people thrift. Some want to avoid the mall, others want a unique wardrobe with vintage flair. Everyone wants a deal. Whatever your reason, treasures await you if you?re willing to put in the time and effort.

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HELP DESK

How to be a master thrift-store shopper

Second-hand shopping is all the rage right now. Here are some tips from experienced shoppers to ensure a successful trip to the thrift store.

NAMES

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The brewery will celebrate with pints ? and a planking contest.

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No exact opening date was given, except for a target of summer 2019.

NAMES

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Will roses be given out in New England?

Michael Andor Brodeur | @Large

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2019/03/21/BostonGlobe.com/Arts/Images/NO%20ONE-7990.jpg In praise of ?no one? on Twitter

A meme gives me hope . . . (not that you asked).

Newsletters

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It?s back! Get the latest intelligence on presidential politics from Globe reporter James Pindell. Sign up here.

Love Letters: The Podcast

Season Two: How do you meet someone?

Dating in 2019 is?complicated. Frustrating. Sometimes completely exhilarating. In Season 2 of the podcast, Meredith Goldstein goes deep on one of her most-asked questions.

Listen:   Apple Podcasts   |   Spotify   |   RadioPublic

 

Munch Madness

Munch Madness

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The top 32 restaurants have advanced to the second round of Munch Madness. Vote to keep your favorites in the running.

Special reports

They were the top of their class at Boston public schools. Then life happened

Read a multi-part investigation into how and why the lives of promising Boston valedictorians didn?t quite turn out the way they expected.

The Big Picture

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The Big Picture

Students stage global protest to speak out on climate change inaction

Students worldwide skipped classes Friday to protest their governments? failure to act against global warming as part of the ?Fridays for Future? movement.

Real Estate

12 must-see open houses in Greater Boston this weekend (March 23-24)

Spring has finally arrived and the house hunt is on. From a commuter-friendly condo in Quincy to a 5,000-square-foot house in Wellesley, there are plenty of open houses taking place this weekend. Check them out: Under $500,000 328 Copeland St.

Real Estate

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Mobile homes may be the least expensive and most effective means of addressing the region?s housing shortage.

STAT

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In 1957, 7-year-old Greg Cox got mumps, and it was the pits. A photo taken by his father captured what it was like, and took on a life of its own.

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