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Vehicles were submerged in flooding in Fitchburg on Monday.

Leominster, Fitchburg, Lunenburg under flash flood emergency through Tuesday morning

Leominster is under a state of emergency following massive flooding across many parts of the city, local officials said Monday evening, and that community along with neighboring Fitchburg and Lunenburg were under a flash flood emergency declared by the National Weather Service.

Route 2 in Fitchburg was flooding on Monday after heavy rain.

See photos and video of flash flooding near Leominster and Fitchburg

Heavy rain flooded roads near Leominster and Fitchburg on Monday evening as flash flood watches and warnings were issued for many areas in Massachusetts.

After sharp drop in federal funding to replace lead water lines, state races to find out why
The last-minute scramble is a telling reminder that nearly 40 years after lead in water systems was banned, many states and utilities don’t know just how many lead water lines remain in service in communities across the country.

‘Now is the time to pivot’: Democratic state representative slams Healey’s response to migrant crisis
Representative William J. Driscoll wrote that Governor Maura Healey's administration is “underutilizing” tools the state has to respond to the migrant crisis, and is “barely keeping pace” with the number of families arriving daily in Massachusetts.

A proposed legislation, sponsored by state Senator Cindy Friedman, would change how primary care doctors are paid. The hope is such a reform will change patient experiences, while incentivizing even more physicians to enter the field.

Legislation would double investment in primary care medicine, a health cornerstone

The legislation would change how primary care doctors are paid and double what insurers pay toward it.

The shelter, which opened last month at Eastern Nazarene College, was the target of a neo-Nazi rally over the weekend.

‘We want a welcoming community’: Shelter for migrant families sparks divisive debate in Quincy

State officials and the Christian liberal arts college are expected to discuss the shelter and provide more details to residents during a community meeting Tuesday night.

Judge orders no jail time for retired trooper who served alcohol to minors at party where teen drowned

Retired State Police captain James F. Coughlin, 57, and his wife, Leslie Coughlin, 56, pleaded guilty Monday in Dedham District Court to providing minors with alcohol and were each given a one-year suspended sentence, over the objections of prosecutors.

Where and when can you get updated COVID booster shots in Massachusetts?
The shots are expected to be available as early as this week. Here's what you need to know.

Oregon man walks into FBI office, confesses to killing woman in Back Bay in 1979, prosecutors say
John Michael Irmer was arrested after the stunning confession and on Monday appeared in a Boston courtroom on charges of first-degree murder and aggravated rape. He pleaded not guilty.

Forecast | Dave Epstein

Chance of downpours, flooding early this week as forecasters keep eye on Hurricane Lee
We don’t know the exact impact of the hurricane at this point. But it's important to note that the hurricane is likely going to weaken as it moves past the latitude of the Carolinas.

Will Hurricane Lee hit Mass.? Here’s what projections show. Hurricane tracker: Follow Lee's path

Downpour at PVDFest leaves business owners with thousands of dollars in damaged merchandise
“Every artist out there got all of their livelihood pretty much destroyed in one afternoon,” one painter said. The city said it would not reimburse vendors for damages.

Brockton schools finance officer notifies officials of whistle-blower claim after he was put on leave

Tom Brady said his run around the Gillette Stadium field on Sunday came with inspiration from longtime rival Peyton Manning.

Who did Tom Brady look to for inspiration before his Foxborough return? Longtime rival Peyton Manning.

Brady Googled Manning’s 2017 jersey retirement ceremony with the Colts to see how he fired up the crowd.

Boston City Council candidates Enrique José Pepén, left, and incumbent Ricardo Arroyo on the campaign trail.

Embattled Boston City Council incumbents Arroyo and Lara seek reelection Tuesday

The preliminary municipal election on Tuesday marks the first time voters will have a formal chance to pass judgment not only on the political scandals and ethical lapses dogging Arroyo and Lara, but also on the unproductive two-year term of the Council more broadly.

Your guide to Boston's preliminary election More election coverage

As a rain-soaked Fenway Park employee stood watch over the field, the Green Monster scoreboard detailed the 2023 AL East standings of the Red Sox and Yankees.

Red Sox-Yankees rivalry bottoms out in AL East this season

The only fight remaining for the Red Sox and Yankees is the one to finish in fourth place in the division instead of last.

$5? Red Sox-Yankees ticket prices sink to a low point ahead of latest matchup of former AL East powers

Opinion

A group of mostly Quincy residents showed up at Eastern Nazarene College on Sept. 10, to counter the show of hate by neo-Nazis the night before against families being housed at a Family Welcome Center at the college.

MARCELA GARCÍA

Migrant crisis puts Healey in unwinnable fight

One has to wonder how long the governor will bite her tongue rather than go the route of New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who has criticized the Biden administration for its response to the crisis.

Soft landing for Jack Jones is a hard sell for the DA — and the Patriots

Heather Hopp-Bruce

The crashes at the neighborhood corner

Rethinking the costly role of fire departments

Restraining order law doesn’t adequately protect roommates

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Nine snack hacks for back to school
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What you need to know as student loan repayments restart
Though loan forgiveness remains a possibility, some 45 million Americans are required to start paying back their loans. Here is a breakdown of what you need to know about the return of the monthly bill.

Five things to do around Boston, Sept. 11-17
Attend a book talk with Naomi Klein, shop for succulents, enjoy treats at the Boston Local Festival, and more.

More recent News

UMass Memorial moving ahead with Leominster birthing unit closure despite pushback
The decision comes despite a request from the Department of Public Health to delay the closure.

Aerosmith reschedules September tour dates after Steven Tyler damages vocal cords
Aerosmith announced Monday that the band will reschedule upcoming shows on its farewell tour after lead singer Steven Tyler sustained vocal cord damage at a recent performance.

Victim of shooting outside Burke High School sues city, BPS officials
The lawsuit claims the shooter was able to bring a gun into the school, despite the Burke having metal detectors meant to stop weapons from entering the school.

After Chelsea man’s murder conviction is overturned, attorneys call on Suffolk DA to drop charges
Thomas Rosa, 62, had his murder conviction reversed for the second time after spending more than half his life in prison for a crime he says he didn’t commit.

Authorities seize 18 kilos of fentanyl in Merrimack Valley drug bust; 11 suspects charged
Authorities in Massachusetts on Thursday raided several locations in Lawrence, Lynn, and Methuen as part of a major drug trafficking probe, seizing more than 18 kilos of fentanyl valued at nearly $1 million on the street and arresting 11 suspects, according to State Police and the attorney general's office.

Manatee spotted in R.I. waters, first time since 2016
State biologists said the spotted manatee “looked a little thin.” “But then again, they probably just swam about 1,000 miles up the east coast,” the state’s Department of Environmental Management spokesman noted.

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The famed "Dewey Cheetham & Howe" window sign in Harvard Square was preserved in a recent renovation of The Abbott building, where it once graced the office of the long-running radio show "Car Talk."

As the neighborhood changes, Harvard Square’s ‘Dewey, Cheetham & Howe’ window lives on

For three decades, a gold-lettered sign advertising a fictional law firm has looked over Harvard Square. In the eyes of "Car Talk," and now the city of Cambridge, it's a cherished historic landmark that isn't going anywhere.

From inflation-proof prices to Bama Rush TikTok, TJX is having a moment
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As Republicans compete in New Hampshire, ‘parental rights’ come to the fore
Parental rights — a term used as shorthand largely by conservative groups that oppose how public schools approach race, sexuality, and gender identity — is the latest culture war being waged in New Hampshire and elsewhere.

In Rockport, an independent cinema — and video store — rises once again
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Culture & Lifestyle

SSD at Metro on Lansdowne Street in July 1982, opening for the Dead Kennedys.

SSD’s hardcore history, bound in a book

Author Grace Lin (”Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods””) will speak at 3 p.m. at Porter Square Books on Sept. 10.

Author readings around Boston Sept. 10-16

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Special Projects

Photo Illustration

Boston thrives off the dreams of young people. But can they make it here?

Baby boomers and Gen Xers benefited from economic conditions that do not exist for millennials. And by many measures, the path ahead for Gen Z is even more fraught.

Boston, MA—12/14/2022 - Commuters wait for the T to arrive at Ruggles Station. (Jessica Rinaldi/Globe Staff)

Boston doesn’t work if the T doesn’t work

With the MBTA engulfed by issues, everyday riders are feeling the pain.

Brittany Tee, Soomaiiah Quraiishi, and Reina Morales Rojas are among thousands of people thought to be missing from Massachusetts.

How the missing become the uncounted

Inside the government’s flawed approach to finding missing persons.

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Police gathered outside of AMC Boston Common 19, where a massive brawl broke out on Aug. 27.

Amid debate on how to deal with rise in youth mobs, police de-escalation measures warrant praise

Yoleny Ynoa waved a Dominican flag in celebration of Dominican Cultural Day at City Hall Plaza in Boston on Aug. 16.

MARCELA GARCÍA

Why Boston needs a Latino and Caribbean affairs office

A bill filed by state Senator Joan Lovely of Salem would do that by entirely eliminating the statute of limitations on civil child sexual abuse cases. But to make that happen, lawmakers must overlook the objections of the Catholic Church, which opposes the measure.

Opening the door for more victims to sue over sexual abuse

IDEAS | KARA MILLER

Marriage is increasingly for the upper classes. That’s not a good sign.

Pedro Zamora's family following the dedication in Miami of Pedro Zamora Way in 1995.

Revisiting ‘The Real World’ and remembering Pedro Zamora

"This city is special," the author writes, "and Boston, so restrained in emotion, deserves to hear this more often."

IDEAS | OMER AZIZ

My farewell love letter to Boston

Metro

Leominster, Fitchburg, Lunenburg under flash flood emergency through Tuesday morning

Leominster is under a state of emergency following massive flooding across many parts of the city, local officials said Monday evening, and that community along with neighboring Fitchburg and Lunenburg were under a flash flood emergency declared by the National Weather Service.

See photos and video of flash flooding near Leominster and Fitchburg

Heavy rain flooded roads near Leominster and Fitchburg on Monday evening as flash flood watches and warnings were issued for many areas in Massachusetts.

Hurricane Lee generates big swells along northern Caribbean while it churns through open waters

Hurricane Lee whipped up waves of more than 15 feet on Monday as the Category 3 storm cranked through open waters just north of the Caribbean region.

Aerosmith reschedules September tour dates after Steven Tyler damages vocal cords

Aerosmith announced Monday that the band will reschedule upcoming shows on its farewell tour after lead singer Steven Tyler sustained vocal cord damage at a recent performance.

Sports

Rookie Xavier Gipson set off a wild celebration at MetLife Stadium with his 65-yard punt return in overtime, the touchdown giving the Jets a victory in a game that began with Aaron Rodgers departing injured after just four plays.

JETS 22, BILLS 16 (OT)

Jets walk off Bills on overtime punt return, now wait for news on Aaron Rodgers’s Achilles’ injury

New York’s aggressive defense forced four turnovers by Buffalo’s Josh Allen, including three interceptions by Jordan Whitehead, in a wild and often ugly season opener in New Jersey.

Tom Brady said his run around the Gillette Stadium field on Sunday came with inspiration from longtime rival Peyton Manning.

Who did Tom Brady look to for inspiration before his Foxborough return? Longtime rival Peyton Manning.

Brady Googled Manning’s 2017 jersey retirement ceremony with the Colts to see how he fired up the crowd.

As a rain-soaked Fenway Park employee stood watch over the field, the Green Monster scoreboard detailed the 2023 AL East standings of the Red Sox and Yankees.

Red Sox-Yankees rivalry bottoms out in AL East this season

The only fight remaining for the Red Sox and Yankees is the one to finish in fourth place in the division instead of last.

Aaron Rodgers injures his left Achilles’ on just his fourth snap with Jets; he’ll have an MRI Tuesday.

Rain forces postponement of series opener between Red Sox, Yankees

RED SOX NOTEBOOK

Red Sox push Chris Sale’s next start back from Thursday to Saturday for extra rest

Business

California lawmakers approve the nation’s most sweeping emissions disclosure rules for big business

California lawmakers have approved legislation requiring major companies to disclose a sweeping range of greenhouse gas emissions.

Apple expected to unveil next generation of iPhones as company tries to reverse a recent sales slump

Apple is expected to take the wraps off its next iPhone on Tuesday during what has become an annual late summer rite aimed at giving more people more reasons to buy the technology trendsetter’s marquee product.

JetBlue steps up a campaign to save its plan to buy Spirit Airlines for $3.8 billion

Downpour at PVDFest leaves business owners with thousands of dollars in damaged merchandise

magazine

10 train trips to experience New England’s fall foliage in style

Fall foliage in 2021 in Wallingford, Vermont.

A meteorologist’s guide to New England’s best leaf peeping this fall

This week's daters: Anna and Eli

Dinner with Cupid

Blind date: ‘She was dressed well, more so than me’

From left: Anthony Bourdain, chef Pepe Blázquez, and the writer at dinner at Casa Salvador in 2010.

A 70-year-old Madrid restaurant was near its end. Then Anthony Bourdain arrived.

metro

A proposed legislation, sponsored by state Senator Cindy Friedman, would change how primary care doctors are paid. The hope is such a reform will change patient experiences, while incentivizing even more physicians to enter the field.

Legislation would double investment in primary care medicine, a health cornerstone

‘We want a welcoming community’: Shelter for migrant families sparks divisive debate in Quincy

UMass Memorial moving ahead with Leominster birthing unit closure despite pushback

sports

Christian Gonzalez celebrated after he stopped Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell during the third quarter, one of multiple key plays he made in his NFL debut Sunday.

Christian Gonzalez has earned Patriots full trust, and showed why on Sunday

Damar Hamlin won’t play for Bills on Monday night

Mariners reinstate Jarred Kelenic off injured list less than two months after breaking foot

business

Henry Gosebruch, a former executive for drug giant AbbVie, is now president and chief executive officer of Neumora Therapeutics.

Neumora seeks to become the second Massachusetts biotech to go public in 2023

Wolk celebrates a half-century of helping you by the side of the road

Demolition begins at Block Island’s historic Harborside Inn after devastating fire

politics

“Massachusetts has been a nationwide leader in identifying and eliminating lead service lines,” said Governor Maura Healey, who is pictured at a Labor Day event earlier this month.

After sharp drop in federal funding to replace lead water lines, state races to find out why

US moves to advance prisoner swap deal with Iran and release $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds

Trump lawyers seek recusal of judge in DC presiding over federal election subversion case

Nation

State Senate leader Toni Atkins.

California lawmakers vote to end travel ban to states with anti-LGBTQ+ laws

COVID vaccines may roll out within days

FDA approves updated COVID vaccines to boost protection this fall

World

Firefighters drain out water following heavy rainstorms in Hong Kong, on Sept. 8.

Seven people have died in storms in southern China and 70 crocodiles are reported to be on the loose

Hurricane Lee is a Category 3 storm, and its eventual path is still unclear

American researcher has been rescued from deep Turkish cave more than a week after he fell ill

opinion

Students cross a campus.

Restraining order law doesn’t adequately protect roommates

Marriage is increasingly for the upper classes. That’s not a good sign.

Revisiting ‘The Real World’ and remembering Pedro Zamora

lifestyle

Chris Evans, shown at the premiere of "Ghosted" in New York City in April.

Chris Evans weds actress Alba Baptista on Cape Cod, media reports say

Witches and love spells abound in NH author’s cozy, queer rom-com

Was breaking up the best decision?

food & dining

Yellow pea field fritters being prepared at CommonWealth Kitchen in Dorchester, Mass., on Aug. 16. The nonprofit aims to produce more sustainable, locally-grown, and plant-based menu options.

A new kind of falafel is being developed in Boston. Is it any good?

What we think of the new ‘spiked’ line of Dunkin’ coffees and teas

Jamie Bissonnette and Ken Oringer end long, successful restaurant partnership

travel

Vaux Finnimore (left) co-owner of the The Harborside Inn, spoke with Manafort Brothers project manager Michael Daversa as his team began demolition of the Inn on Weldon’s Way in New Shoreham, R.I., on Monday.

Demolition begins at Block Island’s historic Harborside Inn after devastating fire

A taste of Vermont, the Beatles in Boston, and gadgets for your car

Besides Dolly, Knoxville has the Big Ears Festival

Arts

On Saturday, the Mugar family unveiled a bronze statue of David Mugar on the oval lawn in front of the Hatch Shell that immortalizes the businessman-turned-philanthropist and his words: “You bring the music, and I’ll bring the fireworks.”

David Mugar brought fireworks to the Esplanade. Now he has a statue there.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum closed Thursday night to thwart climate protest

At the MFA, a new show reveals John Singer Sargent’s passion for fashion — in service of art

Books

Author Ben Okri and his book “The Last Gift of the Master Artists.”

Ben Okri: ‘You want to literally disappear into a book’

On the front line of plagues past

Life in the state of nature

Movies

Riccardo Scamarcio (rear) and Kenneth Branagh as Hercule Poirot in "A Haunting in Venice."

‘A Haunting in Venice’ is as much horror movie as whodunit

Chris Evans weds actress Alba Baptista on Cape Cod, media reports say

Fall is for great films: 40-plus movies to look forward to this season

Television

Chris Evans, shown at the premiere of "Ghosted" in New York City in April.

Chris Evans weds actress Alba Baptista on Cape Cod, media reports say

This week’s TV: A marriage thriller, ‘The Morning Show’ returns, and a bunch of ‘Brady’ memorabilia

‘Frasier’ reboot pays tribute to dear, departed cast member

music

All female nominees for artist of the year for the MTV Video Music Awards.

MTV Video Music Awards return Tuesday, with an all-female artist of the year category

Conductor and violinist André Rieu waltzes into town as a bonafide pop star

SSD’s hardcore history, bound in a book

Theater/Dance

Gary Gulman's 2019 HBO special “The Great Depresh” revealed his struggle with mental illness and earned him a new fan base.

As an ‘80s ‘misfit,’ Gary Gulman can look back on his awkward childhood and laugh

10 dance performances to stir your soul this fall

10 comedy shows for a fun-filled fall

Health

Research nurse Sarah French checks on Rodolfo Almeida of Providence at The Miriam Hospital's new Stephen and Diana Lewinstein Center for Innovative Cancer Research, a clinical area where patients receive investigational cancer treatments.

Changing the landscape of cancer care in R.I.: Lifespan, Brown to seek NCI designation

To better understand alcohol addiction, new research is turning to fruit flies

Stanford president to resign after investigation finds he failed to ‘decisively and forthrightly’ correct research

Obituaries

Mr. Davis, performing at the Rose Theater in Manhattan in 2013.

Richard Davis, gifted bassist who crossed genres, dies at 93

Sarah Wunsch, ACLU attorney whose rights cases reached far, dies at 75

William Phillips, who exposed corruption in police ranks, dies at 92