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Former Red Sox All-Star reliever Matt Barnes announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Aug. 10, according to a New York Post report headlined "Matt Barnes, former Red Sox All-Star, retires: 'More than I ever could have imagined.'" Barnes built his career largely out of Bost…

Chinatown's August Moon Festival drew lion dancers and crowds for its 56th year over the weekend. Boston Globe and Boston Herald coverage on Sunday, August 9, spotlighted performers including dancer Rasheed Watson and the On Leung Lion Dancers filling Chinatown's streets with music and …

The Boston Red Sox saw their run at a second double-digit win streak end in a 7-3 loss to the Athletics on Saturday, August 8, at Fenway Park, NBC Boston reports. Rookie pitcher Payton Tolle drew comparisons to elite arms after a historic start against Oakland the night before, per Yaho…

Boston is nearing heat wave status this week as highs climb toward 89 degrees, NBC Boston reports. The heat index is expected to feel closer to 100 degrees in some spots, adding to concerns for residents without air conditioning. In sports news, Red Sox first baseman Tristan Casas under…

Immigration enforcement loomed large over Boston as ICE weighed expanding its presence and the City Council stood with TPS holders. The Boston City Council, with At-Large Councilor Julia Mejia among the signatories, issued a statement backing Temporary Protected Status holders this week…