Crime & Safety

Man, Shooting Crossbow At Attacking Dogs, Kills Neighbor: PatchPM

Also: Mookie Betts, David Price trade held up due to medical concerns | State licenses Boston's first marijuana shop​ | More.

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'Good Samaritan' Kills Neighbor With Crossbow, Meant To Hit Dogs

The victim was hit by an errant crossbow bolt while trying to barricade himself against two attacking pitbulls, police said.

Mookie Betts, David Price Trade Being Held Up: Reports

The Red Sox, who has received intense backlash from fans, are queasy about the medicals of one of the prospects they would get in return.

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Search For Missing Gloucester Woman Suspended

Abbie Flynn hasn't been seen since telling her son she was going for a walk shortly before her Super Bowl party.

Green Tea Party? State Licenses Boston's 1st Marijuana Shop

The approval of the first minority-owned marijuana business comes more than three years after voters approved the recreational pot sales..

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The Scoop On How Framingham Girl Scouts Created 'Kindness Day'

The hottest political story of the week: how a group of Girl Scouts got City Council to make Feb. 14 something much nicer.

362 Pounds Of Marijuana Found In Minivan After I-84 Stop

A Queens, N.Y., man was caught with an enormous amount of marijuana after he was pulled over for speeding, state police said.

Mr. Clean Who? Rep. Ayanna Pressley Claps Back At Trolls

After being compared to Mr. Clean, Pressley had a simple comeback for the internet trolls.

Therapy Dog Helping Relieve Stress For Concord Middle School Students

At Concord Middle School, everyone is talking about Sierra.

Popular Doughnut Shop Expands To Newton

The local chain is known for its doughy treats, both sweet and savory.

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