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05/02/2026 02:45 PM
Steve Schirripa talks his new kids book, ‘The Sopranos,’ and more

The actor with local ties and his famous Dachshund WillieBoy team up for “WillieBoy Eats the World.”

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05/02/2026 01:05 PM
What to know about the new GBH merger

GBH and New England Public Media are planning a merger to expand the statewide news network.

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05/02/2026 12:40 PM
East Boston man indicted on federal gun charges, including possession of a machine gun

Prosecutors say that ghost guns, conversion devices, and a 3D printer were seized in a search of Angel Negron’s Eastie apartment.

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05/02/2026 12:02 AM
Thousands rally in Boston against billionaires on May Day

Labor and immigrant rights groups lead citywide demonstrations calling for economic and workplace reforms.

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05/01/2026 07:26 PM
Sex offender accused of hiding in women’s bathroom at Northeastern, assaulting officers

Prosecutors say Brandon Awogboro thrashed his legs and attempted to bite officers who arrested him Wednesday.

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