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Boston Restaurant Suspended After Patriots Players' Raucous Party

Estella Restaurant faced a one-day liquor license suspension for hosting an after-hours party with strippers and hookahs.

New Bedford Police rescue man from freezing water

Authorities pulled the man from the water after he fell between two fishing vessels.

Worker seriously injured after bucket truck tips over on Memorial Drive

Accident shuts down part of Cambridge parkway for several hours

Police Logs: March 4, 2026

Incidents reported across Lynn, Peabody, and Swampscott

Former FBI Agent Reveals Dangers of Undercover Mafia and Cartel Work

Joaquin Garcia spent 24 years infiltrating criminal organizations, but fears the Mexican cartels most.

Pittsfield Names New Police Chief

Marc Maddalena appointed to lead the Pittsfield Police Department

Police investigate deadly late-night rollover crash in Plymouth

A driver was killed in the single-vehicle incident on February 28th.

Chicopee Installs Cameras on School Buses to Catch Illegal Passers

New safety system aims to protect students by holding drivers accountable for ignoring stop signs.

State Police Face Contempt Hearing Over Withheld Dash Cam Footage

Footage allegedly shows troopers discussing how to handle a fatal crash involving an intoxicated officer.

Peabody Police Warn of Planned 'Northshore Mall Takeover'

The event is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Friday and will be monitored for public safety concerns.

LAPD & Flock: License Plate Readers Raise Privacy Concerns in LA

Automated license plate readers are expanding, but critics warn of potential abuses and erosion of civil liberties.

Police Search for Missing Woburn Resident

Thomas Foley failed to return home from an appointment earlier today.

Suspect Arrested After Police Pursuit, Crash in Westfield

Man faces multiple charges after fleeing officers and crashing vehicle

Man Arrested on Firearm Charges After Dorchester Traffic Stop

Suspect allegedly resisted officers, bit one during the incident

Former New Bedford Police Chief Seeks Private Eye License

Oliveira's request to relinquish law enforcement certification faces review over undisclosed lawsuits.

Loaded Firearm Seized After Traffic Stop in West Springfield

An 18-year-old man was arrested and a loaded gun was confiscated during a police operation.

Police Searching for Wanted Man in Malden

33-year-old Jean Deller has an active arrest warrant for serious criminal charges

Police Investigating Overnight Incident in Medford Square

Authorities seek video footage from nearby residents and businesses.

Massachusetts State Police Sergeant Charged in Use-of-Force Incident

Sergeant accused of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon during traffic stop in Springfield

Mass. Trooper Dragged by Car During Traffic Stop in East Boston, Suspect Arrested in NH

The trooper suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.

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