New England

The Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, takes a specialized approach to helping each pet find the right home. Volunteer Kim Melanson says it’s not about a pet’s physical appearance, it’s about their personality and the shelter works hard to match each dog or cat with the right family.

When no Americans replied to her ads seeking a dance instructor, studio owner Chris Sabourin looked overseas. But she was stymied again by a federal tightening of visa application rules she and others contend is hampering the ballroom dance industry. Sabourin had to eventually give up after a year and thousands of dollars trying to hire a top ballroom dancer...

From tropical fruit in Hawaii to fresh seafood in New England, and barbecue in the South to the hearty dishes of the Midwest, the flavors of the United States know no bounds — and that’s especially apparent on Thanksgiving.

Happy Thanksgiving to you in the land your forefathers stole. That’s the in-your-feast message Native Americans are preparing to send as they convene their 50th annual National Day of Mourning in the seaside town where the Pilgrims settled.

Scientists have discovered a mash-up of two feared disasters — hurricanes and earthquakes — and they’re calling them “stormquakes.” The shaking of the sea floor during hurricanes and nor’easters can rumble like a magnitude 3.5 earthquake and can last for days, according to a study in this week’s journal Geophysical Research Letters.

Criminal prosecution and convictions of polluters have fallen to quarter-century lows under the Trump administration’s Environmental Protection Agency, deepening three years of overall enforcement declines, according to Justice Department statistics. And while the administration says it’s focusing on quality over quantity in pollution cases, using its enforcement resources to go after the biggest and worst offenders, an Associated Press analysis...

It’s time to say goodbye to double-cupping at Dunkin’ as they are getting rid of all foam cups by the end of the month. The coffee giant said last year that they would stop using their signature foam coffee cups over environmental concerns.

Lawyers for Robert Kraft have filed a lawsuit against prosecutors in Florida for allegedly failing to turn over records in the New England Patriots owner’s ongoing solicitation case. Kraft’s lawyers claim State Attorney Dave Aronberg’s office “knowingly and willfully neglected their statutory duties under the Public Records Act,” according to court documents.

The state of Florida filed an appeal late Tuesday to try to get video evidence of Patriots owner Robert Kraft allegedly paying for a sex act at an illicit massage parlor in Jupiter. Palm Beach County Judge Leonard Hanser ruled in May that all videos in Kraft’s solicitation case must be suppressed. In his 10-page ruling, Hanser wrote that detectives...

Dunkin’ is rolling out three new coffee drinks at select locations. The chain announced that the Shakerato, cold brew latte and cafe au lait would be available at its 300-plus “next-generation” restaurants across the country beginning Wednesday.

Antonio Brown is going back to school.

New England Patriots wide receiver Antonio Brown made a big splash in his debut for the team, catching a 20-yard touchdown pass from Tom Brady late in the first half at Miami. Brown celebrated by leaping into the first row of the stands. Brown played days after his former personal trainer accused him of rape and sexual assault in a...

What a play. Make that 100 of them. The NFL revealed 70 of the 100 greatest plays in league history on Friday night with a TV special produced by NFL Films that has everything from spectacular offensive performances to defensive gems. In balloting conducted by The Associated Press, 68 media members on a nationwide panel voted for their top 100.

New England Patriots player Patrick Chung has been indicted for possession of cocaine in New Hampshire. According to court documents, Chung, 32, was found to be in possession of cocaine “on or about” June 25 in Meredith. He was indicted at a Laconia court on August 8.

It can be hard to keep smiles healthy in rural areas, where dentists are few and far between and residents often are poor and lack dental coverage. Efforts to remedy the problem have produced varying degrees of success. The biggest obstacle? Dentists.

Pabst Blue Ribbon, best known for its beer, is testing a new “Hard Coffee” drink in Maine, and so far, the trial run has been a huge success. The Portland Press Herald said the product, which consists of coffee, malt liquor and milk, is flying off shelves. Some stores say they’re having trouble keeping it in stock. “It’s been the...

It’s Vacation Week and we’re exploring the best summer destinations in New England. Here are some awesome ways to enjoy the summer on the Connecticut and Rhode Island coast.

Alicia Jessop knew Friday was going to be a memorable day, but she didn’t realize it would be one she’d never forget.