The Concord Journal

Plymouth South football works to continue run of success.

Plymouth South football is looking for its next 1,000-yard rusher. Who will it be? “We’ve consistently had a 1,000-yard rusher each year of the last decade. What we have to do now is find out who that player is going to be.”

Cider Hill Farm ranked third best apple picking spot in US by Yelp.

This Massachusetts apple orchard just ranked 3rd on Yelp's top apple picking spots This Amesbury farm is the highest ranking apple picking spot in New England, and third best in the country, according to Yelp.

Three candidates competing in Republican U.S. Senate primary.

Meet the 3 Republicans hoping to unseat Sen. Elizabeth Warren in November The Democratic incumbent is seeking a third term; she does not have a primary challenger.

Options are always a good thing for Cohasset football team.

Cohasset High football has the talent to light up the scoreboard “We have a lot of talent and now it’s just a matter of the players developing confidence in each phase of the game.”

Labor Day weekend in Mass. sees 60-plus beaches closed. Here's the list.

Over 60 beaches are closed in Massachusetts for Labor Day weekend. See where they are. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) has been closing beaches all summer long due to unsafe swimming water.

What's the difference between West Nile virus and EEE? The risks for both are high in Massachusetts.

West Nile virus and EEE levels are high in MA. What's the difference between the viruses? West Nile virus and EEE are both mosquito-borne viruses that are high risk in MA. So what's the difference between them?

Firefighter union boos JD Vance during speech at event in Boston.

JD Vance spoke in Boston yesterday. Here's why he was booed and cheered Vice presidential candidate JD Vance was in Boston yesterday to speak at the same convention where his opponent, Tim Walz, spoke the day before.

Feds say Newton man's support for Armenia 'crosses line.' Here's how.

Newton man faces federal charges in connection to lying about bomb-making materials A Newton man who is accused of planning to commit terrorism in support or Armenian causes has been charged in federal court.

Second person diagnosed with EEE, this time in Plymouth. What to know.

Second person diagnosed with EEE in MA. What precautions you should take “EEE risk does not end on Labor Day,” said State Epidemiologist Dr. Catherine M. Brown.

Johnny Gaudreau, Matthew Gaudreau die in accident, NHL says.

Former Worcester Railer Matthew Gaudreau, Blue Jackets' Johnny Gaudreau die in accident “The National Hockey League family is shocked and saddened by the tragic passing."

CDC: Six more dead from deli meat listeria outbreak. How to stay safe.

CDC says 6 more have died from deli meat listeria outbreak. Here's what to know The Boar's Head deli meat listeria outbreak has now led to 9 total deaths, the CDC said. How to stay safe.

'Incredible healers.' This Sharon event aims to bring peace, serenity.

Looking for inner peace? Zenathon in Sharon seeks to relieve stress, bring serenity Reiki master Sonya Masur says the Sept. 22 Zenathon is an answer for those who wish to be "more centered and grounded in peace."

Lipton Tea legacy: Spectacular Marblehead home listed for nearly $6.8 million.

Ocean views, history and craftsmanship highlight Marblehead home with Lipton Tea link The Marblehead home of a former Lipton Tea executive is currently for sale.

Secretary of state warns Mass. voters about text scam.

Galvin warns MA voters of scam text alerts. What to know The secretary of state also said voting by mail and early in-person voting have proved to be popular.

New England Patriots kick off regular season Sept. 8. How to watch.

Who are the Patriots playing in their first game of the season? Where can you watch it? The New England Patriots are gearing up for a new season. Here's all you need to know about their first regular season game.

The private equity takeover at Steward Health Care has been a test case in what can happen.

CEO got big bucks as his hospital chain imploded. Here's who suffered. The private equity takeover at Steward Health Care has been a test case in what can happen when there are no regulatory guardrails, critics say.

Meet the athletes from Massachusetts competing at the 2024 Paralympics.

Meet the athletes representing Massachusetts on Team USA at the 2024 Paralympic Games Meet the incredible athletes from Massachusetts competing in the 2024 Paralympic Games

Elizabeth Warren, Ed Markey speak at Swifties for Kamala event.

Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey speak at Swifties for Kamala event. What they said. Massachusetts Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey spoke at a Swifties for Kamala event Tuesday night. Here's what they said.

What should you do if confronted by a coyote? Here's what to know.

Confronted by a coyote in your neighborhood? Here's what to do A jogger in Massachusetts was said to be bitten by a coyote this week. What can you do to protect yourself, your pets and your home?

Mass. is renowned for life science prowess. But new challenges are emerging.

Mass. biotech leaders hopeful legislators will again commit big to their industry Leaders in the state's life sciences sector are acknowledging challenges regarding slower job growth and higher vacancy rates.

Don't get 'Storrowed' on move-in day. What to know about Boston bridges.

Don't get 'Storrowed': State uses social media to warn students ahead of move-in day State uses horror and humor in 'Storrowed' video to warn drivers ahead of college move-in weekend.

Bark the Vote: Seaport to elect first ever dog mayor.

Boston's Seaport District is getting a dog mayor. Vote for your favorite now Voting is underway to find the first dog mayor of Boston's Seaport district. Voting ends Aug. 30. The top 5 move on to the Oct. pooch primaries.

Gov. Tim Walz speaks at firefighter convention in Boston.

Harris running mate Tim Walz returns to Boston to speak at firefighter convention Kamala Harris' running mate Tim Walz was in Boston today speaking at the International Association of Fire Fighters convention.

Want Taylor Swift tickets? Don't buy from Stoughton Animal Control.

Looking for Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets? Don't buy from Stoughton Animal Control On Tuesday morning, a post appeared on Stoughton Animal Control's page advertising 4 tickets to a Taylor Swift concert. What happened next.

Will there be a cool down this week in Massachusetts? What to know.

What's the weather forecast for Labor Day weekend? Here's what to know. A cool-down is expected this week, but how long will it last? Are there any hurricanes forming that could affect Massachusetts? What to know.

Pumpkin spice back at Dunkin. See new fall menu, including $6 meal deal.

Pumpkin spice is back at Dunkin. See full fall menu, including new dunkalatte, $6 meal deal Pumpkin spice is officially back at Dunkin. See the full fall menu, including the new fall coffee flavors and $6 meal deal.

Two more West Nile virus cases in Massachusetts. These areas are at high risk.

Two more people diagnosed with West Nile virus in MA. These areas are at high risk. Two more people in Massachusetts have been diagnosed with West Nile virus, bringing state total to four cases. Here's which areas are at high risk.

Why are Mass. drivers committing nearly 10% more violations this year?

Mass. agency: Motorists are incurring nearly 10% more violations than a year ago Mass. drivers are drawing nearly 100,000 violations per month so far in 2024, according to the Merit Rating Board.

Five Plymouth County communities where you can buy a house for less than $500K.

Five communities in Plymouth County where the median home price is less than $500K Five of the 27 communities comprising Plymouth County have median home sale prices of less than $500,000.

How to watch the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games.

2024 Paralympic Games begin August 28: Here's how to watch Are you ready to see some of the most inspiring displays of athleticism in 2024? The Paralympic Games begin tomorrow.