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Cambridge finds elevations of toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water; will switch to MWRA

The city is expected to remain in the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority’s system through December after officials discovered the levels of six PFAS chemicals that were above the state limits for drinking water.

Republicans signal worries about Trump and the midterms

Some are signaling concern that the referendum they anticipated on President Biden — and the high inflation and gas prices that have bedeviled his administration — is being complicated by all-encompassing attention on the legal exposure of a different president: his predecessor, Donald Trump.
Possibility of obstruction looms over Trump after thwarted efforts to recover documents

Orange Line work on schedule, 37 percent complete as governor tours State Street station

Governor Charlie Baker toured State Street station on Sunday to get a better picture of the progress on the Orange Line.

Meet Ben Linsky, the Boston police officer bringing his mental health background to the streets
Ben Linsky is part of the Boston Police Department’s street outreach unit, a specialized team whose officers are dedicated to linking people struggling with substance use disorder and mental illness to social services.

Kenyan cyclist dies in crash during gravel race in Vermont

For much of her life, Tanisha Sullivan had pushed for her community. Now, she wants to do so as secretary of state.

‘They are heroes.’ Fishermen saved from Boston harbor thank officers who reeled them in

On Sunday, the father and son, who both live in Somerville, had the opportunity to thank the officers as they all reunited at Boston Police Harbor Patrol headquarters in the Seaport.

Examining the four undrafted rookies most likely to make the Patriots’ roster

Rosters must be trimmed to 53 players by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, and for 18 straight years Bill Belichick has kept at least one undrafted rookie.

Jack Harlow, Johnny Depp make mark at MTV Video Music Awards

Harlow kicked off his performance inside a mock airplane walking down aisle while performing his hit song “First Class,” which was sampled by Fergie’s “Glamorous.” The rapper joined Fergie onstage - wearing a sparkling silver dress with the red words “First Class” - who sang her 2006 jam.
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Orange Line shutdown

During first week of Orange Line shutdown, officials highlight obstacles cyclists often face
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Cambridge City Councilor Alanna Mallon took to Twitter this week to highlight common safety issues cyclists face.

Subway service cuts will remain in place for the fall; bus service to be further reduced, T says
Service cuts on the MBTA’s Red, Blue, and Orange Lines meant to last until the end of the summer will now remain in place through the fall, T officials said Wednesday, and bus service will be further cut starting Aug. 28.

Civil rights organization asks federal authorities to review Orange Line closure
Among the MBTA's shortcomings are issues with communicating details of the shutdown to the Orange Line’s non-English speaking riders, they wrote.

Your guide to the MBTA’s Orange Line shutdown
The Orange Line is shut down until the morning of Sept. 19. Find shuttle bus routes, schedules, and guides to navigate Boston.

Pick your stops: Find an alternative Orange Line route
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Senator Elizabeth Warren says Fed policies could tip US economy into recession
Warren renewed her criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s monetary tightening policies, saying she doesn’t believe increasing interest rates can contain current inflationary pressures.

Mickey Mantle rookie card sold at auction for record $12.6 million
The rare Mantle card eclipsed the $9.3 million paid a few months ago for the jersey worn by Diego Maradona when he scored the contentious “Hand of God” goal in soccer's 1986 World Cup.

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Not even a marina can be built in a designated port area, let alone luxury hotels or housing — or a sports facility, for that matter.

For decades, Mass. attorneys general have tried to expand the state’s wiretap law. The next top cop might not follow suit.
It's a sign of a Massachusetts political environment increasingly suspicious of amplifying police power and wary of infringing on privacy rights. The candidates’ opinions could also be a bellwether for how they’d approach issues surrounding privacy and policing more broadly.

Newton, Mass., woman rescued after severe ankle injury while hiking Mt. Kearsarge in N.H.

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The law was supposed to protect victims of domestic and sexual violence. Critics say it’s largely protected police and perpetrators.
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In Florida, ‘Don’t Say Gay’ is now the law, and LGBTQ+ businesses fear the fallout
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N.H. man suffers life-threatening injuries in fiery crash on Everett Turnpike

Farooq Aziz, 39, was pulled from the burning car by several bystanders and taken to Elliot Hospital in Manchester, N.H., then flown by medical helicopter to Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston with life-threatening injuries, New Hampshire State Police said in a statement.

Cambridge finds elevations of toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water; will switch to MWRA

The city is expected to remain in the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority’s system through December after officials discovered the levels of six PFAS chemicals that were above the state limits for drinking water.

Orange Line work on schedule, 37 percent complete as governor tours State Street station

Governor Charlie Baker toured State Street station on Sunday to get a better picture of the progress on the Orange Line.

Women’s Lunch Place cofounder Jane Alexander, 66, ‘ministered to people’s souls’

"We are absolutely called to be with them," Ms. Alexander said of the women who came to the shelter. "But to be called, you have to hear."

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DeWanner Bonner (15 points) helps Sun top Sky in Game 1 of WNBA semifinals

Jonquel Jones scored with 1:45 remaining to put Connecticut ahead for good. Game 2 of the best-of-five series is Wednesday night in Chicago.
sports memorabilia

Mickey Mantle rookie card sold at auction for record $12.6 million

The rare Mantle card eclipsed the $9.3 million paid a few months ago for the jersey worn by Diego Maradona when he scored the contentious “Hand of God” goal in soccer's 1986 World Cup.
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Washington Commanders rookie Brian Robinson Jr. stable after being shot
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sports memorabilia

Mickey Mantle rookie card sold at auction for record $12.6 million

The rare Mantle card eclipsed the $9.3 million paid a few months ago for the jersey worn by Diego Maradona when he scored the contentious “Hand of God” goal in soccer's 1986 World Cup.

Port designation poses big hurdle for redevelopment of power plant land in Everett

Not even a marina can be built in a designated port area, let alone luxury hotels or housing — or a sports facility, for that matter.

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Senator Elizabeth Warren says Fed policies could tip US economy into recession
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With clear path in Democratic primary, Healey takes on another role: Helping allies survive theirs

For decades, Mass. attorneys general have tried to expand the state’s wiretap law. The next top cop might not follow suit.

Meet Ben Linsky, the Boston police officer bringing his mental health background to the streets

sports

Joe Flacco falters, Tyrod Taylor exits as Jets backups rally past Giants

Red Sox shake up bullpen as Hirokazu Sawamura, Austin Davis both designated for assignment

Rory McIlroy charges from 6 back to win third FedEx Cup title

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Low fuel inventories cause special concern in US Northeast

R.I. state Supreme Court grants Ballard’s emergency motion to keep entertainment license, with conditions

Small businesses feel the pinch from slowing housing market

politics

Republicans signal worries about Trump and the midterms

‘Free Staters’ roil New Hampshire politics in ski area spat

Intelligence officials will assess security risks from Mar-a-Lago documents

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NASA’s return to the moon starts with critical test flight

Suspect arrested in fatal ‘random’ shootings, Detroit police say

Police: Houston tenant kills 3 others, set fire to lure them

World

US warships sail Taiwan Strait, defying Chinese pressure

Referendum seeks to mend the open wound at Australia’s heart

Pakistan hit by deadly floods of ‘epic proportions’

opinion

Biden’s student loan debt relief isn’t just fair, it’s a good first start

Born broken: The deep history of the T

What is the T for, anyway?

lifestyle

No one asks me out

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We met while tailgating

food & dining

Puritan plans an oyster bar, and old-school Italian counter service comes to Charlestown

Limani, a new Greek seafood restaurant in Chestnut Hill, has a dazzling setting

15 treats from Boston restaurants that taste as good as they look, for $20 or less

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In Florida, ‘Don’t Say Gay’ is now the law, and LGBTQ+ businesses fear the fallout

‘Worst Maine travel piece of the year’: Bangor newspaper slams New York Post column

Patriots placekicker Nick Folk is ‘go with the flow’ on vacation and hopes to get to Germany with his dad

Arts

Harvard Art Museums stay open late on Thursday for exploring and mingling

These landscapes demand a closer look

Rose B. Simpson shapes stories in clay and steel

Books

Gabino Iglesias and reading for the ‘controlled chaos’ of scary books

Transcending the mundane in “Rabbit Hutch”

Retelling the story of the first superstar in ‘Path Lit by Lightning’

Movies

‘Me Time’? Make that ‘Flee Time’

John Boyega makes ‘Breaking’

MoviePass rises from the rubble. You have until Monday to sign up.

Television

HBO renews ‘House of the Dragon’ for second season

With warm regards, a look back on summer’s best TV shows and performances

Pete Davidson draws Joe Pesci back to TV for ‘Bupkis’

music

In Lowell, Aoife O’Donovan and Hiss Golden Messenger share a stage one last time

In his return to Gillette, Kenny Chesney is his usual ray of sunshine

Resolute in the face of health challenges, Michael Tilson Thomas returns to Tanglewood

Theater/Dance

In Anna Deavere Smith’s ‘Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992,’ the voices of a shattered city

Jacob’s Pillow festival closes with mighty Miami City Ballet

A Broadway detour brings ‘Sing Street’ to the Huntington

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Markers give suffragists their due: ‘If they did it back then, we can do it now’

Should Massachusetts enact a junk food tax?

Two ducks are let loose in a cemetery

Obituaries

Women’s Lunch Place cofounder Jane Alexander, 66, ‘ministered to people’s souls’

Paul Monti, whose efforts honored veterans’ graves with flags after his son’s death, dies at 76

Joey DeFrancesco, reigning king of the jazz organ, dies at 51