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FIRST ALERT: 2 Storms Ahead This Holiday Weekend
The last day of 2020 featured clouds and cool temperatures with a lull between storm systems.
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Making Resolutions in 2021? Try to Keep Them Manageable
After such a rough 2020, how can you make your new year’s resolutions realistic?
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Quiet Weather for New Year's Eve, Busy Thereafter
New England is diving into a more active weather pattern as we start the New Year with a few storm systems taking swipes at the region in the days ahead. The first disturbance was a cold front early Thursday morning that delivered rain from northwest to southeast – only about one to two-tenths of an inch and fast-moving enough to…
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Forecast: Dry Skies Emerge Following Morning Showers
Today: Showers sink south, leaving clouds. Late day breaks north. Highs in the 40s.
New Year’s Eve: Partly to mostly clear. Temperatures around 30.
New Year’s Day: Sunshine, clouds late. Overnight snow and rain. Highs in the 30s.
Saturday: AM showers south, snow north, to a drier afternoon. Highs in the 40s. -
New Year's Forecast: 3 Chances for Snow in the Next Week
Thickening clouds Wednesday come well ahead of a storm system that’s weakening as it approaches northern New England, but is set to drag a cold front through all of New England overnight Wednesday night. Although Wednesday’s clouds limit how much effect the sun can have, an increasing south wind will help to bump temperatures to the upper 30s by...
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Multiple Chances for Snow in New England Over Next Several Days
A chilly wind blowing across New England from the northwest Tuesday has knocked actual temperatures in the 30s south and 20s north to wind chill values in the 20s and 10s, respectively. With the wind increasing gradually over the day while temperatures hold steady and then drop toward sundown, the day only feels colder as the hours progress, with...
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When Could a Post-Holiday COVID Surge Arrive in Mass.?
As Christmas celebrations wind down and preparations for New Year’s Eve begin, new restrictions have taken effect in Massachusetts that aim to curb a new spike in holiday-related COVID-19 cases. But when would evidence of that surge likely appear? Thanksgiving, which inspired the new restrictions, may offer a sense.
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New Year's Storm May Bring Rain, Snow for Some
Although high temperatures may hit 50 degrees Monday in a few southern New England communities, lots of clouds and a steady breeze will ensure we never feel quite that warm. Nonetheless, when a threatening sky drops only a few bits of precipitation around midday to early afternoon, it’s likely they will be in the form of sprinkles, not flurries for…
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First Alert: A Lot of Rain Expected Christmas Day
Today (Thursday): Cloudy. A late sprinkle. Highs around 50. Overnight Christmas Eve: Rain west, showers east, pockets of dense fog. Temperatures in the 50s. Christmas Day: Rain, gusty wind and fog – worst in the morning with scattered outages, but rain lasts until late day. Highs in the 50s, 40s late.
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Neiman Marcus Showcases Its 2019 Fantasy Gift Christmas Catalog
Neiman Marcus announced its annual fantasy gift Christmas catalog Thursday in New York.
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Historic California Floods in Photos
From the Great Flood of 1862 to the winter 2017 soaking rains in Northern California, take a look back at some of the state’s major floods.
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Pasadena's Rose Parade Is Canceled for the First Time Since 1945
The annual New Year’s Day Rose Parade has been canceled for 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic and concerns by organizers that it could become a potential super-spreader event. The Rose Parade, the signature celebration held annually on New Year’s Day during a week of festivities that draw large crowds to Pasadena, was last canceled in 1945. “The health and…
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Blind Love: Golden Retriever Gets His Own ‘Seeing-Eye' Puppy
Charlie is a blind, 11-year-old golden retriever who has turned his new puppy companion into his own tiny “seeing-eye” dog. Charlie and Maverick are two golden retrievers that are taking social media by storm with their story — a 4-month-old puppy helping a blind dog “see” again.
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Maryland Woman Sentenced to 180 Days for Keeping 66 Dogs in Squalid Conditions
A Maryland woman will spend 180 days in jail for keeping 66 dogs in deplorable conditions in her home.
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Houston Woman Ringing in New Year Killed by Stray Bullet
Authorities say a woman ringing in the new year was fatally shot by a stray bullet outside her Houston home.
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Brigham and Women's Hospital Welcomes First Boston Baby Born in 2020
The first Boston baby born in 2020 arrived at Brigham and Women’s Hospital right at the stroke of midnight. Baby Dominick was born at exactly 12 a.m. measuring 19.5 inches and weighing in at 6 pounds and 6 ounces. Both baby and mother are resting comfortably, according to a statement from Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dominick joins his 2.5-year-old sister,…
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First Baby Born in Boston Delivered at Brigham and Women's
Baby Dominick was born at exactly 12 a.m. measuring 19 1/2 inches and weighing in at 6 pounds and 6 ounces.
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First Day Hikes Planned For Parks Across Massachusetts
Massachusetts residents are invited to celebrate the new year in the great outdoors with a First Day Hike. The state Department of Conservation and Recreation is offering a dozen free guided hikes at state parks across the commonwealth on Wednesday. The tradition started in 1992 at the Blue Hills Reservation in Milton and has since spread to all 50 states….
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It's a Make-or-Break Holiday Season for These 6 Retailers
For many, the holidays spark joy, and are a time to relax in the comfort of family and friends. If you’re in retail, however, it’s a bit of a different story — especially if your business is struggling.
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DC Couple Denied Marriage License Because of Government Shutdown
A D.C. couple is starting the New Year on their honeymoon, though technically they still aren’t married.