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Boston Globe
5 days ago
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Boston Police dog tracks down loaded firearm in Roxbury after shots fired incident, police say
Photo of gun found by police dog Logan after shooting in Roxbury June 15. Boston Police Department Shortly before 8 p.m., officers went to Magnolia and Intervale streets for reports of gunfire, according to police. After officers secured the scene, additional teams were called to search for suspects, victims, or other evidence, according to police. The police dog Logan and his handler helped with the search when Logan led officers to a firearm hidden in dense brush inside Ceylon Park, police said. Advertisement The gun was identified as a black Glock with two serial numbers and a .40 caliber magazine capable of holding 15 rounds. Fourteen .40 caliber rounds were found inside the magazine, according to police. The shooting incident remains under investigation. No arrests were announced as of Tuesday. Anyone with information is urged to contact District B-2 detectives at (617) 343-4275. Sarah Mesdjian can be reached at
Boston Globe
5 days ago
- Boston Globe
Trash collector injured in hit-and-run crash in Southborough, police seeking driver of car that fled scene
The vehicle, a gray Nissan Murano, fled the area following the collision, according to a Southborough Police. The worker, whose name has not been released, went to the police station following the incident, police said. He was then taken to a local hospital for evaluation. Advertisement 'His injuries were not life-threatening at all, but he was banged up pretty good,' Newell said. Video from inside the garbage truck captured the crash, but police said the footage is 'too pixelated' to identify the vehicle's license plate. At this time, the suspect is believed to be a white male with facial hair, Newell said. Anyone with information is urged to contact Southborough police at (508) 485-2121. Sarah Mesdjian can be reached at
Boston Globe
5 days ago
- Boston Globe
Hiker, 70, dies after ‘medical event' on trail in White Mountains, authorities say
The Army National Guard was called, as Perrault was almost three miles from the nearest road, authorities said. Shortly after, a Blackhawk helicopter and crew took off from their hangar in Concord, authorities said. At the same time, Appalachian Mountain Club personnel and Conservation Officers began hiking to the location of the incident on Valley Way Trail. Advertisement Around 3:15 p.m., the Army National Guard Blackhawk helicopter picked up Perrault and took him to an ambulance at the Gorham Municipal Airport in Gorham, N.H., authorities said. Gorham medics, police, and firefighters helped during the response. Perrault was later pronounced dead 'despite the best efforts of all involved,' authorities said. Sarah Mesdjian can be reached at
Boston Globe
03-06-2025
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- Boston Globe
Mount Washington Observatory shares ‘beautiful display' in pictures of northern lights
Initial weather reports from the For many Americans, the lights were only visible on camera. Nonetheless, people flocked outdoors Monday night with hopes of catching a Related : Advertisement Experts at Mount Washington credited the spectacular view to a convenient lack of clouds around the summit and the mountain's northern latitude. 'With wind chills nearing 20 degrees, summit staff had to bundle up to watch the event around midnight,' the Observatory wrote. 'But weather observer Charlie P. was able to capture this photo before being forced inside by the cold.' Several others from around northern New England also posted their views of the northern lights to social media. Posted by Posted by Sarah Mesdjian can be reached at
Boston Globe
30-05-2025
- Boston Globe
Next stop, Houghton's Pond. MBTA to expand Saturday bus service this summer to Blue Hills Reservation
Houghton's Pond features an accessible beach for swimming and fishing. The area also has hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. Recreation facilities include ball fields, a concession stand, a playground, picnic areas, restrooms, and a visitors' center. Advertisement 'We encourage everyone from near and far to grab your beach towels, leave your cars at home, and hop on the 716 to Houghton's Pond this summer,' said the MBTA's general manager, Phillip Eng. No other changes to the route are expected this summer. During the pilot program, the MBTA will gather feedback from riders and data to make future improvements. Sarah Mesdjian can be reached at
