August 11, 2026

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In contested House primary, most of Worcester council backs challenger over incumbent

The Democratic primary for the 14th Worcester District has split local officials, with state leaders backing O'Day and Worcester's council majority supporting his challenger.

By Adam Bass | abass@masslive.com

Can this ‘virtual food hall’ make it in Mass.?

Wonder, a well-funded "virtual food hall" chain, is expanding across Massachusetts, drawing mixed reviews and cautious attention from local restaurant owners.

By Scott Kirsner | SKirsner@masslive.com

The $8.99 Trader Joe’s bag that has fans counting down the hours until they can get to a store — it’s already selling out

At $8.99, the full-size lime-green bag is one of the chain's most talked-about seasonal releases yet.

By EmilyAnn Jackman | ejackman@pennlive.com and Advance Local Express Desk

Central Massachusetts

250-unit apartment complex could replace old restaurant, motel on Route 20 in Mass.

The Shrewsbury Planning Board reviewed updated plans for an apartment complex on Route 20 but the public hearing process continues.

By Adam Bass | abass@masslive.com and Advance Local Express Desk

The impressive mindset helping Patriots first-rounder Caleb Lomu battle through his first camp

Patriots rookie Caleb Lomu says he's not going to win every rep, and he's embracing the learning process as he transitions from left to right tackle this summer

By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com

5 Patriots storylines to monitor during Indy joint practice | Karen Guregian

Ahead of the Patriots joint practice with the Colts Tuesday, what storylines will we be glued to?

By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com

How did Red Sox score on ‘very rare’ play? Explaining the ‘apparent fourth out’ rule

The Red Sox' 2-1 loss to Toronto on Monday included one of the more bizarre plays you'll ever see. What exactly happened? Let us explain.

By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com