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Boston officials issued a public health warning on October 13, 2025, due to recent sewage discharges into local water bodies. Residents should avoid contact with affected areas for at least 48 hours to mitigate health risks from bacteria and pollutants. The warning follows a combined sewer overflow caused by heavy rainfall.
Mayor Michelle Wu appointed Dr. Guy Fish, CEO of Codman Square Health Center, to the Boston Board of Health, effective October 14, 2025. Dr. Fish's extensive experience in healthcare reform and commitment to health equity are expected to enhance the Board's efforts in addressing health disparities in Boston.
Over thirty bands participated in the HONK! festival on Sunday in Cambridge and Somerville, celebrating street music and activism. The colorful parade from Davis Square to Harvard Square coincided with the 46th annual Oktoberfest, featuring 32 bands from across the U.S. and virtual performances from international artists.
A toxic cyanobacteria outbreak threatens the Head of the Charles Regatta, scheduled for October 17-19 in Boston and Cambridge. State officials warn that water downstream of the Cambridge Street/River Street bridge is harmful, urging people to avoid contact. Organizers plan to proceed with the event, hoping cooler temperatures will mitigate the blooms.
A 23-year-old man from Carver, Paul A. Navarro, died following a three-car crash on Scenic Highway in Bourne, Cape Cod, on Wednesday. The accident, which involved a fiery vehicle, occurred around 1:18 p.m. and led to the closure of all lanes until late evening.
Transit police seek public assistance in identifying a man who allegedly used a knife to assault another individual at the Davis Square MBTA station. The incident occurred around 7 p.m. on Wednesday, and the suspect faces assault and battery charges. Authorities released a surveillance image of the suspect and encouraged tipsters to remain anonymous.
An increasing number of students from the Northeast are choosing to attend colleges in the South, attracted by factors such as warmer weather, vibrant social scenes, and lower tuition costs. A Wall Street Journal analysis reported an 84% rise in Northern students enrolling in Southern public schools over the past two decades. This trend has accelerated post-COVID, with many students seeking a more lively college experience.
Residents in Boston's South End established the "Mass. and Cass PAC" to raise awareness about local safety issues and inform voters ahead of the upcoming municipal election. The PAC aims to educate residents on candidates' positions regarding drug use, policing, and public health in the area.
A woman died in Lawrence after her parked vehicle rolled back and pinned her against another car. The incident occurred on Thursday night while she attended to her infant child. The child was unharmed and the investigation is ongoing.
Maine Governor Janet Mills will challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins for her Senate seat in 2026, as confirmed by sources close to Mills. This race is significant for Democrats, who see a chance to gain a seat in a state that favored Kamala Harris in the last presidential election. Mills, a two-term governor, has been encouraged to run by national party leaders.