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Sleet and Snow to Create Slippery Commute in Massachusetts

Wintry mix expected to impact travel Thursday evening through Friday morning

Ice Causes Chaos on Boston-Area Roads and Sidewalks

Treacherous commute as ice covers highways, streets, and sidewalks, leading to multiple crashes and injuries

Massachusetts Schools Delay Openings Due to Snow

Overnight snowfall and slick roads prompt closures and delays across the state.

Boston Residents Demand Improved Snow Removal After Harsh Winters

City Council hears concerns from residents with disabilities about dangerous conditions caused by poor snow clearing efforts.

Some Massachusetts Schools Remain Closed After Blizzard

Southeastern districts hit hardest by over 3 feet of snow, power outages

Massachusetts Legislature Pauses for Longest Stretch Since 2015 Snowstorms

The blizzard that paralyzed roads and blanketed parts of the state also brought Beacon Hill to its longest standstill in 11 years.

Brockton Struggles to Clear Roads After Blizzard Dumps 31 Inches of Snow

Fire chief urges drivers to stay off roads as city works to clear snow and free stuck vehicles.

Boston Public Schools Closed Due to Major Snowstorm

City declares snow emergency and parking ban as crews work to clear roads and sidewalks

Historic Blizzard Slams US Northeast, Causing Widespread Outages and Travel Chaos

Over 60cm of snow and 9,000+ flights canceled as the region grapples with the aftermath

Boston News Anchor Cross-Country Skis to Work During Nor'easter

Erika Tarantal takes to the snowy streets on skis to get to the WCVB studio.

New England Digs Out After Historic Blizzard

Snow totals reached up to 3 feet, leaving officials to tackle days-long cleanup efforts.

Boston Digs Out After Blizzard Dumps 17 Inches of Snow

City remains in snow emergency as cleanup efforts continue

Blizzard of 2026 Pales in Comparison to Historic Blizzard of '78 in Massachusetts

While the recent snowstorm was significant, it did not match the intensity and impact of the legendary 1978 blizzard that devastated the region.

Winter Storm Slams Northeast, Disrupting Air Travel and Schools

Over 5,600 flights cancelled as storm brings heavy snow to major cities

Boston Globe Halts Print Edition for First Time in 153 Years

Historic blizzard prevents staff from safely reaching printing plant.

Boston Globe Skips Print Edition Due to Snowstorm

First time in history the newspaper has not printed for a scheduled delivery date.

Mass. Schools Closed Due to Heavy Snow

Over 30 inches of snow prompts widespread school closures across the state.

Blizzard of 2026 Dumps Historic Snowfall Across Massachusetts

Providence, Boston, and Worcester see record-breaking snow totals as storm moves out to sea

Historic Blizzard Slams Southern New England

Blizzard criteria met for the first time in 4 years, with some areas seeing over 3 feet of snow.

Blizzard of '26 Compared to Legendary Blizzard of '78

While the historic 1978 storm retains its claim to supremacy in most measurements, one impressive record did fall.