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October 28, 2026
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Entertainment
Two ‘Love Is Blind’ Boston pairs split before wedding finale
Two engaged pairs have separated ahead of the Boston-set season’s finale, with finances and family plans in focus for other contestants.
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Real Estate & Development
Somerville ADU proposal draws criticism over affordability
An opinion piece challenges the affordability benefits of Somerville’s ADU proposal, but the available summary offers few policy details.
October 28, 2026
Transportation & Infrastructure
Providence Line riders leave dark train and walk to Ruggles
Providence Line passengers walked along tracks to Ruggles after a lengthy wait aboard a dark train Tuesday night, NBC Boston reported.
October 28, 2026
Weather & Environment
Massachusetts faces weekend freeze before Monday warmup
A cold weekend will bring freezing temperatures to much of Massachusetts, with Boston staying milder before a Monday warmup.
October 23, 2026
Education
Boston welcomes urban school leaders for national conference
Boston Public Schools hosts a five-day national gathering focused on artificial intelligence, student achievement and urban school leadership.
October 23, 2026
Entertainment
Two ‘Love Is Blind’ Boston pairs split before wedding finale
Two engaged pairs have separated ahead of the Boston-set season’s finale, with finances and family plans in focus for other contestants.
October 28, 2026
Neighborhoods
Fields Corner post office extends lease ahead of planned closure
The Fields Corner post office announced a lease extension days before a temporary closure was planned, Boston.com reported.
October 26, 2026
Awards News
Best of Boston 2026 adds four Fan of the Year awards
Four new Boston Weekly awards recognize local sports fans for loyalty and community service, with nominations open at $20 per entry.
October 23, 2026
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