John Krasinski Hosts Virtual Graduation For Seniors On 'Some Good News'
Newton native John Krasinski held a virtual graduation on his internet show "Some Good News."
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Newton native John Krasinski held a virtual graduation on his internet show "Some Good News."
John Krasinski will host a virtual graduation for anyone who isn't getting a ceremony this year because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Ann Langenfeld of Newton has been home for less than a week, after spending six weeks in a near-death fight with COVID-19.
Not only did John Krasinski host a virtual senior prom, he was the DJ too.
He's inviting all 2020 high school seniors to join him for a virtual prom Friday night at 8.
John Krasinski's new YouTube show tries to lift spirits during the coronavirus pandemic.
Horace Mann Elementary School in Newton was cleaned early Monday morning after administrators learned a student's parent is a presumptive positive coronavirus patient.
Six men were arrested for trying to steal mail from a mailbox outside of the Newtonville Post Office.
Of the 19 students and two staff members returning from Italy, none are showing coronavirus symptoms.
Newton North students and staff who went on a trip to Italy have been asked to stay home from school amid coronavirus fears.
The woman was rushed to a Boston hospital with serious injuries.
Transit police say a woman was hit by a Green Line train in Newton Friday evening. The train was travelling along the D branch inbound.
A tree worker suffered serious injuries Monday after they were shocked at a construction site in Newton.
Hanukkah, the festival of lights, begins with a symbolic flame an the lighting of a menorah. On Sunday in Newton and elsewhere, the local Jewish community came together to show solidarity and strength on the first night of the eight-night holiday.
An off-duty Newton police officer suddenly found himself on the job after all, putting an end to an armed robbery in town.
A 12-year-old needed to be rescued from a dirt pit by Newton firefighters on Sunday evening.
Looking to get outside this weekend? Here are some great opportunities to get some exercise.
An MBTA commuter rail station in Newton has been shut down because of safety concerns about the stairs.
A Newton woman heard a strange noise in her home last week and then realized a hawk flew through her window.
The new four month ban went into effect immediately after it was announced Tuesday.
The driver is hunched over and seemingly fast asleep.
Lightning, the escaped Burmese python in Newton, has been found and is back home with his owner.
It slithered away from a backyard in Newton Corner.
Police are asking the public to help identify a man wanted for an "incident involving harassment" on the Waltham-Newton town line.
An MBTA Green Line operator has been placed on leave after a train derailed in Newton Wednesday morning.
Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele hit tight end Mason Mini on 51-yard TD with 1:30 to play and Luke Ferrelli picked off a pass in the end zone with 15 seconds left, sending California to a 28-24 victory over Boston College on Saturday.
Lawmakers are facing a deadline of midnight Tuesday, when the 2026 fiscal year begins, to reach a deal to keep the government funded.
Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey said that Democrats are ready to negotiate with Republicans as a government shutdown looms.
Jamhai Jones hit a two-run single to rally Detroit from an early deficit, and the Tigers beat the Boston Red Sox 2-1 on Saturday to clinch a spot in the AL playoffs.
A historic Baptist church in Boston is undergoing major renovations with help from some former inmates.
The Boston Red Sox are back in the MLB playoffs for the first time in four years, officially clinching a spot in the postseason Friday night.
Multiple Starbucks locations in Massachusetts are set to close.
Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey said that Democrats are ready to negotiate with Republicans as a government shutdown looms.
A historic Baptist church in Boston is undergoing major renovations with help from some former inmates.
The USDA is warning consumers not to eat certain ready-to-eat pasta meals sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's stores because they may be contaminated with listeria bacteria.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
A nonprofit in Cambridge is aiming to make insulin more accessible by selling vials of the drug at a fraction of the cost.
It's been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but when you eat it may be just as significant as what you eat.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced the state will be taking measures to ensure vaccines remain accessible to everyone.
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Massachusetts State Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia died as a result of complications from blunt force injuries during a boxing exercise at the State Police Academy.
Insurance companies are using drones to inspect properties without alerting homeowners. In some cases, policies have been canceled.
A WBZ I-Team investigation revealed the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School leased weapon detection systems for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and found most of them are not being used very much.
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton is apparently considering running against Sen. Ed Markey but WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller said there's hurdles ahead.
Plans to change the state flag of Massachusetts are suddenly a topic in the governor's race.
Is there really anything politicians can do to cool off the blame game?
Rep. Jerry Nadler announced his retirement at age 78. So is it time for 79-year-old Senator Ed Markey to re-think his re-election plans in Massachusetts?
A former top public safety official for Massachusetts said his hometown of Concord has "an antisemitism problem."
The TJ Maxx location on Newbury Street in Boston is set to close in early 2026, a spokesperson for the company confirmed.
Multiple Starbucks locations in Massachusetts are set to close.
The drama between fired Market Basket CEO Arthur T. Demoulas and his family members has been going on for decades.
Stop & Shop says lower prices are coming to its 88 stores in eastern Massachusetts.
Hawaiian Airlines is ending its direct flights from Boston to Honolulu this fall.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele hit tight end Mason Mini on 51-yard TD with 1:30 to play and Luke Ferrelli picked off a pass in the end zone with 15 seconds left, sending California to a 28-24 victory over Boston College on Saturday.
Jamhai Jones hit a two-run single to rally Detroit from an early deficit, and the Tigers beat the Boston Red Sox 2-1 on Saturday to clinch a spot in the AL playoffs.
A volleyball player at Salem High School is now the proud holder of a school record.
Ceddanne Rafaela tripled off the center field wall to drive in the game-ending run in the ninth inning on Friday night, giving the Red Sox a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
The Boston Red Sox are back in the MLB playoffs for the first time in four years, officially clinching a spot in the postseason Friday night.
A horse is recovering after a "challenging" rescue from an overturned trailer in Charlton.
A pair of humpback whales leaping out of the water gave two fishermen a scare off the coast of New Hampshire.
Cruiser the police dog enjoyed a Happy Meal reward after finding a missing dementia patient in Avon.
The Polaris Missile in Auburn's Goddard Park is headed to the EcoTarium in Worcester.
Old Thom the orca was spotted in a rare killer whale sighting off Massachusetts.