Kaitlin McKinley Becker

Tigger the tabby cat is back in the hands of his cat mom after being gone for 7 full years. “It was disbelief…even a couple of days later it was still disbelief that this cat was found and back home,” said Rebecca Collins West of Dennis. She got the call from the MSPCA on the Cape last week.

A lot of people have plans to put up their Christmas trees this weekend, but the crews at the Encore Boston Harbor Casino started decking the halls weeks ago. The carousel at the Encore is constantly snapped and shared, but around the iconic mainstay is a supporting cast of seasonally selected blooms, including 5,000 mums for fall. “We change the...

A significant winter storm slowly making its way toward New England is set to arrive Sunday, impacting people hoping to get home after Thanksgiving during the year’s busiest travel weekend. It will be a long-duration nor’easter, with the region under its grip for 24 to 36 hours. Here’s what you need to know about the powerful storm:

Saturday night: Clear, cold. Lows around 20. Sunday: Snow developing during the afternoon. Highs in the mid 30s. Monday: A lull in activity mid morning into mid afternoon. Another round of snow late. Highs around 40.

A significant storm headed for New England is expected to bring heavy snow to the region. When there’s snow in the forecast, rock salt, shovels and all things winter are the hottest items at hardware stores. “Got some oil for my snow blower,” one woman said. “Loading up on my rock salt” said Mike Caribo. “I’m picking up a couple...

The storm approaching New England timed perfectly with the end of the Thanksgiving weekend, causing many people to cut their holiday short to prepare.

Police are investigating after one person was shot Friday in Worcester, Massachusetts. Worcester police say they responded to 1 Maxwell St. around 11:30 a.m. for a report of gunshots. Responding officers found a 19-year-old man on the front steps of the residence with serious injuries. The victim was taken to an area hospital, where family and friends say he is...

Brandon Dirsa died from his injuries following Friday’s shooting, according to Worcester police.

A winter storm is heading toward New England, and it could be the first big snow storm of the season. With the possibility of heavy snow, people are busy marking necessary preparations. In Worcester, where up to six inches of snow is possible, residents say they are ready for whatever comes. Sharon Barry says she’s in the market for a...

Tonight: Clear, cold. Lows around 20. Sunday: Snow developing during the afternoon. Highs in the mid 30s. Monday: A lull in activity mid morning into mid afternoon. Another round of snow late. Highs around 40.

Tonight: Clear, cold. Lows around 20. Sunday: Snow developing during the afternoon. Highs in the mid 30s. Monday: A lull in activity mid morning into mid afternoon. Another round of snow late. Highs around 40.

Jonathan Markow, 29, of Hampton, New Hampshire, was arrested and charged with operating under the influence of alcohol and operating to endanger.

Parts of New England could get their first blast of witner on Sunday. If you’re traveling this weekend, be sure to check with your airline to see what options you have if you need to adjust your plans. Both American and Delta Airlines are waiving fees for flight adjustments.

One man has been arrested for alleged drunk driving and police in two Massachusetts communities are investigating after at least five vehicles were damaged in two crashes Friday night. Jonathan Markow, 29, of Hampton, New Hampshire, was arrested and charged with operating under the influence of alcohol and operating to endanger. Police say additional charges are likely. Reading officials responded...

The crews at Encore Boston Harbor Casino started decking the halls weeks ago. Here’s an inside look at how they transform the property:

Worcester could see as much as six inches of snow, and while people don’t like it, they are ready for whatever comes with the late weekend storm.

The day after one holiday, plenty of people are already preparing for the next. Following Thanksgiving, Christmas tree shopping is a first on many to do lists. But this year, those in the market for a tree will see an increase in price thanks to a decrease in supply. Brody Flynn’s family tree lot sees a lot of customers on...

Brody Flynn says his customers here and everywhere will be paying more for a Christmas tree, roughly a $10 increase thanks to a decrease in supply.

It is a historic rivalry that is supposed to be family-friendly, but the Needham-Wellesley football game turned ugly on Thanksgiving Day. Wellesley, the home team, was up 27 to nothing when fists started flying with two minutes left in the game. Officials decided to call the game before the clock ran out due to the bench-clearing brawl, leaving some fans...

As the long lines and early morning crowds out for door-buster deals subside, Black Friday becomes a time for families to shop together for the holidays. Lynn Tenne of Abington said, “It’s been nice and I have my grandkids here and they’re shopping with me and I said alright, pick out your one but just be surprised when you open...