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Boston history is world history. ☎️ On this date, 150 years ago, the first telephone call was made here in the city by Alexander Graham Bell, and the world was forever changed. https://www.wcvb.com/article/bell-phone-anniversary-boston-150/70693500 
#history #Boston #telephone #technology #invention

Georgia voters are choosing a successor to Marjorie Taylor Greene in US House Georgia voters are heading to the polls to choose a successor in Congress to Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Georgia voters are choosing a successor to Marjorie Taylor Greene in US House | Click on the image to read the full story

Woman dies from injuries in Southbridge, Mass., house fire A woman was injured after a fire broke out in a home in Southbridge, Massachusetts, Monday afternoon.

Woman dies from injuries in Southbridge, Mass., house fire | Click on the image to read the full story

VIDEO: Reindeer racing brings hundreds of fans to Finland Watch video of reindeer racing in Finland's frigid north

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The Patriots reportedly made a flurry of moves in the first few days before the NFL's official free agency period, which begins on March 11. https://www.wcvb.com/article/patriots-sign-romeo-doubs-free-agency/70700912 

NASA rammed a spacecraft into an asteroid to alter its course — New data show that it worked In 2022, a NASA spacecraft intentionally barreled into the tiny asteroid Dimorphos during a planetary defense test. New observations show how it went.

NASA rammed a spacecraft into an asteroid to alter its course — New data show that it worked | Click on the image to read the full story

'My first instinct was to tackle him': Former football player stops man from breaking into her car A man was breaking into a Kansas City woman's car. What he didn't know was that she played defensive tackle — and was ready to take matters into her own hands.

'My first instinct was to tackle him': Former football player stops man from breaking into her car | Click on the image to read the full story

🚧AAA says the recent storms and roller-coaster temperatures are tearing up roads across the state.

Drivers say some potholes are getting harder to avoid.

Erika Kirk appointed to Air Force Academy Board President Trump has appointed Erika Kirk to the Air Force Academy’s Board of Visitors.

Erika Kirk appointed to Air Force Academy Board | Click on the image to read the full story

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#Massachusetts Gov. Maura #Healey says the #Trump administration owes $4,886,000,000 to Massachusetts households from the overturned #tariffs.
https://www.wcvb.com/article/gov-healey-demands-1745-tariff-refund-massachusetts/70699749 

Healey demands $1,745 tariff refund for Mass. households "Put money back in the pockets of the hardworking people of Massachusetts," the governor wrote in a demand for restitution.

Healey demands $1,745 tariff refund for Mass. households | Click on the image to read the full story

Joshua Jackson opens up about James Van Der Beek's death Joshua Jackson has opened up about the death of James Van Der Beek, his "Dawson's Creek" co-star.

Joshua Jackson opens up about James Van Der Beek's death

Students raise over $100,000 to support youth sports Florida students raised more than $100,000 at their flagship event, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, to improve infrastructure and sports courts for youth in Kenya and South Florida.

Students raise over $100,000 to support youth sports | Click on the image to read the full story

Alabama governor commutes death sentence of man who didn't fire fatal shot Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has commuted the death sentence of a 75-year-old inmate who was set to be executed this week even though he was not in the building when the victim was killed.

Alabama governor commutes death sentence of man who didn't fire fatal shot | Click on the image to read the full story

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#Gillette said it will be the "single largest #investment" that the company has made in #Boston since it was founded here 125 years ago.
https://www.wcvb.com/article/gillette-billion-investment-south-boston-headquarters/70696925 

Boston announces $4.5 million funding for immigrant services Mayor Michelle Wu announced a $4.5 million public-private fund to expand immigrant services in Boston, from legal aid and English classes to family support.

Boston announces $4.5 million funding for immigrant services | Click on the image to read the full story

Pedestrian appears to have been struck by vehicle in Waltham Police say the pedestrian was taken to the hospital.

Pedestrian appears to have been struck by vehicle in Waltham | Click on the image to read the full story

Gillette plans 'nearly $1 billion' investment in new South Boston headquarters The company said it will be the "single largest investment" the company has made in Boston since it was founded here 125 years ago.

Gillette plans 'nearly $1 billion' investment in new South Boston headquarters | Click on the image to read the full story

Ig Nobels to move its awards from Massachusetts to Europe The annual Ig Nobels, a satirical award for scientific achievement, are moving due to concerns about attendees getting visas.

Ig Nobels to move its awards from Massachusetts to Europe

'If I can’t have her, no one will': Police say father caused 2022 Pennsylvania house explosion with kids inside The man's wife found notes that included an alleged admission, court documents say.

'If I can’t have her, no one will': Police say father caused 2022 Pennsylvania house explosion with kids inside | Click on the image to read the full story

Multi-alarm fire rips through Mass. home as crews battle blaze Crews from Boxborough, Westford and Devens battled a multi-alarm house fire on Old Orchard Lane; heavy rear damage and a burned-out car were visible.

Multi-alarm fire rips through Mass. home as crews battle blaze | Click on the image to read the full story

Massachusetts House Speaker Ron Mariano goes 'On the Record' about the energy bill recently passed by the House. Watch the full conversation here: https://www.wcvb.com/article/massachusetts-house-speaker-ron-mariano-goes-on-the-record-about-immigration-energy-audit/70641730 

Canadian police investigate reports of gunfire at US consulate in Toronto Canadian police are investigating reports that the United States consulate in downtown Toronto was hit by gunfire early on Tuesday morning

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TSA wait times may not get better any time soon. Here's what you should know if you're flying Travelers stuck in line for hours at airport security this week are the latest victims of a partial government shutdown that has dragged on for nearly a month.

TSA wait times may not get better any time soon. Here's what you should know if you're flying | Click on the image to read the full story

Investigators seek tips after two arsons at apartment building Investigators are asking for tips in connection with a pair of fires that were intentionally set inside a Massachusetts apartment building last month.

Investigators seek tips after two arsons at apartment building | Click on the image to read the full story

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Massachusetts man charged after fatally shooting family dog in in head while illegally hunting coyotes in driveway, police say.

Mass. man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say A Cohasset man faces animal cruelty, firearms and hunting charges after security footage showed a family dog fatally shot in August; police arrested him and seized firearms.

Mass. man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say | Click on the image to read the full story

Newly released police bodycam footage shows the race to rescue a man trapped under his car in the parking lot of a Massachusetts auto parts store. https://www.wcvb.com/article/webster-police-rescue-man-under-car/70693083 
#rescue #bodycam #Massachusetts #Webster

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On this day in history, Alexander Graham Bell made the first phone call in his Boston lab -- and the world was forever changed.
http://www.wcvb.com/article/bell-phone-anniversary-boston-150/70693500 
#Boston #telephone #science #patent #history

150 years since Bell's historic first telephone call in Boston "Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you," Bell famously said.

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