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‘The worst of small-town governments’: In Stoughton, latest police scandal adds to long history of trouble

Over the past two decades, the Stoughton Police Department has been the epitome of dysfunction, besieged by scandals that have rocked this unassuming bedroom community south of Boston.

Social media companies act on video from Missouri GOP candidate Eric Greitens in which he says he’s ‘RINO hunting’
“The RINO feeds on corruption and is marked by the stripes of cowardice,” Missouri Republican Senate candidate Eric Greitens says in the video, which shows him with a gun in his hands and another gun at his side. He later continues: “Get a RINO hunting permit.”

Federal judge rules W.B. Mason’s use of ‘Blizzard’ doesn’t infringe on Dairy Queen’s trademark

A federal judge in Minnesota has rejected Dairy Queen’s claims that W.B. Mason’s use of the Blizzard name for its bottled water brand infringed on DQ’s trademarks for its popular line of frozen treats.

4 takeaways as the Jan. 6 committee approaches the halfway mark for public hearings

The hearings haven't been must-see TV, but have they changed some people's minds?

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger among witnesses for next Jan. 6 hearing ‘Eyepatch McCain’: Dan Crenshaw accosted by far-right protestors at Texas GOP convention

A new report states that there is an “undeniable pattern of well-capitalized businesses buying out independent operators in the neighborhoods and closing their bars.”

The whiter the Boston neighborhood, the easier it can be to find a restaurant with a license to serve booze, report shows

A new report underscores what many Boston politicians and restaurateurs have known for years, if not decades: there is a clear correlation between how white a neighborhood is in the city and how many on-premise liquor licenses for restaurants it has.

The strange Mass. crime wave over catalytic converters and the bill aiming to curb theft
With these car parts being stolen at an alarming rate, state lawmakers are pushing a bill to try to thwart the theft of catalytic converters.

Bain leases future Back Bay office, in one of the biggest deals since COVID
The Boston-based consulting firm has agreed to lease eight floors at a long-planned office building on a prominent site at 350 Boylston St.

In the end, Steph Curry (left) and the Warriors were too much for Al Horford and the Celtics to handle.

12 leftover thoughts about the Celtics’ stirring run to the NBA Finals

The Celtics and Warriors slugged it out in a competitive and entertaining series — yet every game had a double-digit margin of victory.

Golf fans were treated to stellar entertainment at The Country Club as Matt Fitzpatrick eked out a one-shot victory.

ben volin | on golf

The US Open at The Country Club was a smashing success. When can it come back?

“I think ‘epic’ would kind of sum it up,” said John Bodenhamer, chief championships officer for the US Golf Association.

Stats breakdown: How Matt Fitzpatrick won the US Open

Celebrity chef and restauranteur Tiffani Faison reacts after throwing out the first pitch on Pride Night at Fenway Park.

Tiffani Faison thanks supporters after receiving ‘hateful’ backlash following first pitch on Pride Night at Fenway

Celebrity chef Tiffani Faison fulfilled a bucket list moment when she threw out the first pitch on Pride Night at Fenway Park, where she was joined by three drag queens who cheered her on. But the renowned restauranteur said the moment was marred by a wave of negative comments from online trolls.

Opinion

Governor Charlie Baker leans out to get a closer look at improvements being made to the MBTA's Blue Line as he stands in front of Timothy Horan, the T's senior project manager of capital programs, in 2020.

Charlie Baker, the T, and the myth of managerial brilliance

Baker continues to insist the MBTA system is safe. It’s not, governor.

BPS needs a plan. Then it needs a leader.

MARCELA GARCÍA

Biden’s dismal record on helping people fleeing from danger

Enes Kanter Freedom and Johan Vande Lanotte

The world must address all human rights violations

Roger Berkowitz and Sarah Schumann

Don’t endanger aquatic ecosystems in the name of solving climate change

Centering critical voices, debates, and evidence-based opinion to reframe the national conversation on racial equity and hasten a more racially just society.

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CDC: Only 1 Mass. county now has a high community level of COVID-19
Only one Massachusetts county, Hampden, currently has a high level of COVID-19, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That number is down from as high as 11 last month.

Starting Tuesday, Mass. parents can book COVID-19 vaccine appointments for their children under 5 Tell us: Will you vaccinate your young child?

Biden says US recession avoidable after call with ex-treasury secretary Larry Summers
The Federal Reserve accelerated its monetary-tightening campaign last week, and the move increased the odds of a recession that would only compound the president's political troubles.

Larry Edelman: The Fed will put the economy in a coma if that’s what’s needed to whip inflation

Andover hiker dies after rescue near Mt. Washington in snow, 80 m.p.h. winds
A hiker suffering from severe hypothermia on a New Hampshire trail near Mt. Washington died at a hospital hours after rescuers faced harsh conditions to reach him.

Three R.I. hikers in their 20s rescued from White Mountains in N.H. Wintery conditions in White Mountains over weekend included 80 m.p.h. wind gusts

Yacht captain dies in Newport Bermuda Race
The captain of a yacht in the Newport Bermuda Race went overboard and died Sunday, race officials said.

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‘We need to come together on the left’: LGBTQ leaders ponder the challenges ahead
Over the past few weeks, local LGBTQ business and civic leaders have reflected on how far the community has come, but also what challenges lie ahead — or may already be here.

Shipments of baby formula arrive at Logan Airport from London
Delta Airlines on Monday flew a large shipment of baby formula to Logan International Airport as the US continues to grapple with a formula shortage, according to the airline.

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A commuter took the Orange line, Monday, at the State Street stop as the T adopted its Saturday schedule on the Blue, Orange, and Red lines on weekdays.

A reduced T schedule takes effect today. Here’s what that means.

Starting Monday, the MBTA is running fewer trains on the Blue, Orange, and Red lines on weekdays.

Flight status improves at Logan Airport
After a difficult weekend at airports around the country, travelers at Logan Airport are getting good news with only a handful of departing flights canceled Monday morning.

As transformational chancellor departs, UMass Amherst takes stock of newfound prestige
UMass Amherst has steadily climbed toward the top tier of the nation’s public universities, but now, as the state’s flagship searches for a new chancellor, members of the community are reflecting on the university’s rise.

For some companies, there’s no escaping the office. So they’re changing it.
Firms that signed big leases right before COVID are trying to design an office worth coming back to.

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Kirstin Chen discussed her new book, "Counterfeit," at Booksmith in San Francisco.

Kirstin Chen’s new novel explores the model minority myth through a counterfeit handbag scheme

Singer-actress Mandy Moore will perform at Royale on June 19.

Mandy Moore reclaims her past, looks toward the future with ‘In Real Life’

Hank Willis Thomas, the artist behind "The Embrace," the long-awaited memorial to Coretta Scott King and Martin Luther King Jr., spoke at the ICA Wednesday as part of The Embrace Ideas Festival.

‘In the heart of their hug’: Hank Willis Thomas on his ‘Embrace’ tribute to the Kings

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Law enforcement officers stand guard as protesters march past Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's home on June 8 in Chevy Chase, Md. An armed man was arrested near Kavanaugh's home Wednesday morning and was later charged with attempted murder.

I know firsthand the threats judges face: My son was killed and my husband was shot

The need to hold the former president accountable for any crimes he may have committed in office has never been clearer or more urgent.

There is no question: Merrick Garland must put Trump on trial

The Boston police union should act to protect the vast majority of its law-abiding members who don’t deserve to be tainted by the worst actors on the force.

Does the city have the ability — and willingness — to fire the next Patrick Rose?

Fund behavioral health clinics to avoid the ER boarding crisis

Opal Lee stopped for water and a cool-down during her 2.5-mile commemorative trek through Fort Worth, Texas, on Juneteenth last year. She plans to make a similar journey this Sunday.

The war on Juneteenth

IDEAS | WILL AUSTIN

Where have Boston’s children gone?

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THOMAS FARRAGHER

Eyes of the artists examine race then - and now

Eyes of the artists examine race then - and now

Black News Hour Episode 12

Boston’s arts space was the focus of the 12th episode of “Black News Hour” in observance of Juneteenth.

Dr. Paul M. Ellwood Jr., architect of the HMO, is dead at 95

Dr. Ellwood conceived of — and in 1970 coined the term HMO to describe — a partnership in which doctors are paid for the number of patients they see, not for each service given, and whose enrolled members are guaranteed access to network doctors and comprehensive care for fixed annual premiums.

Where have all the leaders gone?

Ted Kennedy and John Hume met for dinner in West Germany 50 years ago. The peace process in Ireland began in earnest, and a blueprint for reasoned leadership in divided societies emerged. Where has it gone?

Sports

WNBA star Brittney Griner remains imprisoned in Russia.

Wife of detained Brittney Griner says scheduled call never happened

The couple has not spoken by phone in the four months since Griner’s arrest in Russia on drug-related charges.

Golf fans were treated to stellar entertainment at The Country Club as Matt Fitzpatrick eked out a one-shot victory.

ben volin | on golf

The US Open at The Country Club was a smashing success. When can it come back?

“I think ‘epic’ would kind of sum it up,” said John Bodenhamer, chief championships officer for the US Golf Association.

In the end, Steph Curry (left) and the Warriors were too much for Al Horford and the Celtics to handle.

12 leftover thoughts about the Celtics’ stirring run to the NBA Finals

The Celtics and Warriors slugged it out in a competitive and entertaining series — yet every game had a double-digit margin of victory.

Red Sox vs. Tigers | 7:10 p.m. (NESN)

Game 68: Tigers at Red Sox lineups and notes

Celtics open summer league play July 9 against Miami

Tiffani Faison thanks supporters after receiving ‘hateful’ backlash following first pitch on Pride Night at Fenway

Business

Maine isn’t just for lobsters anymore

Stories you may have missed from the world of business.

Federal judge rules W.B. Mason’s use of ‘Blizzard’ doesn’t infringe on Dairy Queen’s trademark

A federal judge in Minnesota has rejected Dairy Queen’s claims that W.B. Mason’s use of the Blizzard name for its bottled water brand infringed on DQ’s trademarks for its popular line of frozen treats.

Dr. Paul M. Ellwood Jr., architect of the HMO, is dead at 95

Builders of Color Coalition leader sees diversity in Boston’s development sector reaching an important inflection point

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In the main cottage (left), the first-floor primary bedroom, main living space, and the three second-floor bedrooms all have lake views, as do the sleeping porch and living area of the guest cottage (right). The owners’ grandchildren frolic among the trees.

Up to 22 relatives stay at these Maine cabins, a treasured family heirloom

The bittersweet triumph of a Juneteenth national holiday

This week's daters: Mary and Ryan.

Dinner with Cupid

Blind date: ‘I thought she was fun, interesting, smart, and thoughtful’

The writer and his family on a visit to York, Maine, in 2014.

When I was a new dad, everyone said it would go by so fast. I get it now.

metro

Delta Airlines transported Kendamil formula free of charge from London to Logan in Boston.

Shipments of baby formula arrive at Logan Airport from London

Starting Tuesday, Mass. parents can book COVID-19 vaccine appointments for their children under 5

CDC: Only 1 Mass. county now has a high community level of COVID-19

sports

Jeter Downs is batting .180 in 53 games with the Worcester Red Sox.

Red Sox call up infield prospect Jeter Downs from Worcester

After all the fanfare and drama, the US Open leaves only fond memories as it ships out of Boston

Stats breakdown: How Matt Fitzpatrick won the US Open

business

Lawrence Summers

Biden says US recession avoidable after call with ex-treasury secretary Larry Summers

Bain leases future Back Bay office, in one of the biggest deals since COVID

Biden says he’s considering a gasoline tax holiday

politics

Brad Raffensperger.

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger among witnesses for next Jan. 6 hearing

4 takeaways as the Jan. 6 committee approaches the halfway mark for public hearings

Social media companies act on video from Missouri GOP candidate Eric Greitens in which he says he’s ‘RINO hunting’

Nation

A Yellowstone National Park ranger stood near a road wiped out by flooding along the Gardner River the week before, near Gardiner, Mont., on Sunday.

Yellowstone Park aims for quick reopening after floods

Relentless heat wave to intensify in South this week

Law officers testifying for committee on Uvalde shooting

World

Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett attended a cabinet meeting at the Prime Minister's office in Jerusalem on Sunday.

Israel coalition agrees to dissolve, hold new elections

Sri Lankan students demand government resign over crisis

Japan court says ban on same-sex marriage constitutional

opinion

Fund behavioral health clinics to avoid the ER boarding crisis

I know firsthand the threats judges face: My son was killed and my husband was shot

Adventures, and success stories, from the hunt for primary care

lifestyle

I’m having doubts about moving in with him

So what about that Celtics fan who got a ‘2022 World Champions’ tattoo?

Are we more than friends?

food & dining

Celebrity chef and restauranteur Tiffani Faison reacts after throwing out the first pitch on Pride Night at Fenway Park.

Tiffani Faison thanks supporters after receiving ‘hateful’ backlash following first pitch on Pride Night at Fenway

The whiter the Boston neighborhood, the easier it can be to find a restaurant with a license to serve booze, report shows

Pine Bar opens at Boston Public Market; Somerville gets a speakeasy

travel

A cooked lobster is served on a picnic table in New England.

8 must-attend food and wine festivals in Rhode Island this summer

Grab that towel: These sandy strands have been named the best beaches in Massachusetts

A sunflower maze, a new Lake Placid hotel, and thousands of books on the go

Arts

Hank Willis Thomas, the artist behind "The Embrace," the long-awaited memorial to Coretta Scott King and Martin Luther King Jr., spoke at the ICA Wednesday as part of The Embrace Ideas Festival.

‘In the heart of their hug’: Hank Willis Thomas on his ‘Embrace’ tribute to the Kings

At PEM, Zachari Logan’s ‘Remembrance’ finds beauty in ambiguity

In ‘History Is No Mystery,’ artist Shea Justice draws parallels between American racism past and present

Books

Mr. Lamming, speaking at the University of Miami’s Center for the Humanities in 2011.

George Lamming, a Caribbean writer who explored the end of colonialism, dies

Jean-Louis Trintignant, French actor of powerful reserve, dies at 91

A daughter’s tale in ‘Also a Poet’

Movies

Mr. Trintignant acted in more than 130 films over seven decades.

Jean-Louis Trintignant, French actor of powerful reserve, dies at 91

Chris Evans makes surprise appearance at ‘Lightyear’ screening in Boston

Nantucket Film Festival showcases colorful characters

Television

Celebrity chef and restauranteur Tiffani Faison reacts after throwing out the first pitch on Pride Night at Fenway Park.

Tiffani Faison thanks supporters after receiving ‘hateful’ backlash following first pitch on Pride Night at Fenway

This week’s TV: ‘Friends’ and a Brandeis gift, Maya Rudolph’s ‘Loot,’ and honors for Jon Stewart

Jon Snow — and Kit Harington — to return in ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff

music

Conductor Yoichi Udagawa, shown in this undated handout photo, led the New England Philharmonic on Saturday evening at Jordan Hall.

Yoichi Udagawa hits the right notes with New England Philharmonic

At Leader Bank Pavilion, Bonnie Raitt’s excellence is no surprise

Mandy Moore reclaims her past, looks toward the future with ‘In Real Life’

Theater/Dance

From left: Teresa Langford, Michael_Wood, Ann Dang, and Jordan Pearson in Gloucester Stage Company’s production of “Gloria."

A workplace comedy goes to some very dark places in ‘Gloria’ at Gloucester Stage

‘A Beautiful Noise’ aims to tell Neil Diamond’s story, inside and out

With ‘The Orchard,’ the Arlekin Players return Chekhov to the digital frontier

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Athene Wilson, a soul and R&B singer from Dorchester, performs with David Fuller on drums, Daniel Day on bass, and Rollins Ross on keys at The Porch Southern Fare and Juke Joint in Medford.

Live music is now on the menu around Greater Boston

Luna moths grace the landscape at Mount Auburn Cemetery

Drones disappear from store shelves

Obituaries

Dr. Ellwood, at his office in Minneapolis in 1970.

Dr. Paul M. Ellwood Jr., architect of the HMO, is dead at 95

Clela Rorex, who issued first same-sex marriage licenses, dies

Clela Rorex, who issued first same-sex marriage licenses, dies