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Messy, Icy Mix to Bring Slippery Travel Conditions

Another round of sleet and freezing rain will move in Thursday evening, creating very slick roads and leaving another glaze of icing across parts of Massachusetts.

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Boston Area

Wintry mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain expected to impact commutes

Beverly Declares Snow Emergency Parking Ban Ahead Of March Winter Storm

The North Shore was forecast to be hit with a combination of snow and ice on Thursday night.

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.

New Bedford Parking Ban Remains in Effect During Blizzard Cleanup

Mayor provides update on recovery efforts after record-breaking storm.

SouthCoast Blizzard Reveals Heartwarming Silver Linings

Blizzard 2026 gave the SouthCoast perspective and connection.

Greater New Bedford Schools Remain Closed for Fifth Day After Snowstorm

Cleanup efforts continue across the region as communities dig out from massive snowfall.

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.

Crews Battle Attleboro House Fire Amid Blizzard Aftermath

Frozen hydrants and deep snow hampered firefighting efforts at the Thacher Street home.

Some Massachusetts Schools Remain Closed After Blizzard

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

Brockton Fire Chief Urges Drivers To Stay Off Roads As City Works To Clear Snow After Blizzard

Cities and towns south of Boston bore the brunt of the Blizzard of 2026, with places like Brockton getting 31" of snow on Monday.

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.

South Coast of Mass. Buried Under Feet of Snow

Residents in Fall River and other communities struggle to dig out after blizzard dumps 'astounding' amounts of snow.

New England Digs Out After Historic Blizzard

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

Mass. Schools Closed Due to Heavy Snow

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

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.

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