Photos: Annular solar eclipse casts shadow across parts of Massachusetts, but high clouds obstruct visibility
As the sun rose around 5:07 a.m. on Thursday morning, the moon’s dark shadow began to sweep across the region, and early-risers in parts of the state could catch a glimpse of the sun “with a bite taken out of it” due to an annular solar eclipse.
Tara Sullivan | Islanders 6, Bruins 2
The weight of a lost opportunity for the Bruins feels awfully heavy after loss to Islanders
Brad Marchand said the Bruins "felt we had a group that could go really deep this year," after the Islanders won Game 6 and the second-roound playoff series.
‘This is a tough one to lose’: Bruins eliminated from playoffs by Islanders
Brad Marchand said the Bruins "felt we had a group that could go really deep this year," after the Islanders won Game 6 and the second-roound playoff series.
What’s next for the new Alzheimer’s drug? Lots of thorny issues ahead
Some patients may face hefty out-of-pocket charges, which could make them think twice about taking a drug with known risks and uncertain benefits.
On the Street
North of Boston, an old industrial city gets a second look
Photos: Astounding murals overlook the streets of Lynn
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Charting a course for renewal along the coastline
Big projects are in the works along Lynn's long-industrial waterfront. Many people hope it can spark a revival the city has long been seeking.
Murals across Lynn have changed the look of downtown
‘I didn’t ignore anything’: Walsh defends his handling of the Dennis White appointment during House hearing
Republican Representative Bob Good on Wednesday pressed Labor Secretary Marty Walsh on the appointment during a hearing of the House Committee on Education and Labor, suggesting he should resign and accusing Walsh of ignoring allegations of domestic violence.
ASTROS 8, RED SOX 3
With MLB cracking down on pitchers and substances, Alex Cora and other managers are in a tricky spot
Houston pounds out another win, starting to become a real problem for Red Sox
The Astros piled up 17 hits in erasing an early two-run deficit and beating Boston for the fifth time in six meetings this season.
Here’s what you need to know about the COVID-19 delta variant
A new villain has taken the stage in the battle against the coronavirus: the delta variant. Here is what you need to know about this new player causing concern even as the US pandemic is waning.
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