Parliament’s Stamp Act tax of the mid-1760s ignited the Anglo-American conflict. Yet, as historians broadly agree, it was ...

Following in the footsteps of the Pilgrim Fathers and many more before in search of a safe haven, Robin McKelvie embraces the ...

Lie? George is famous for his confession to his father, “I cannot tell a lie. I did cut it with my hatchet,” referring to the cherry tree incident. Historians and scientists confirm that Augustine’s ...

From live battle reenactments to walking in the footsteps of troops and visiting historical markers, these destinations offer ...

Most people know that the July 4th holiday celebrates the day the United States of America gained its Independence (the […] ...

Boston's Fourth of July parade highlighted the city's unique connection to American history, drawing visitors from across the ...

Much of Boston used to be marshland like this, including the Back Bay, South Bay, Mill Pond and more. Those areas were filled ...

The Declaration of Independence condemns King George III for having “burnt our towns.” But the British were not to blame for ...

Local News Asian needle ants have reached New England. Here’s what to know about them. These invasive ants may look harmless, but they deliver a potentially deadly sting. Asian needle ant April ...

Boston hit it's second 90 degree day of the season on Sunday with a high of 94 degrees. It reached 90 Monday, and again at 9 a.m. on Tuesday. The forecasted high for Tuesday is 100 degrees.

Perched atop the Marriott Vacation Club at Custom House Boston, the raptor banding program led by Mass Audubon’s Norman Smith ...