New England

The Big E, New England’s largest fair, kicked off Friday morning in western Massachusetts. The annual event runs from Sept. 13 through Sept. 29 in West Springfield, attracting crowds from across the region to celebrate local culture, food and entertainment. Tickets at the gate costs $20 for adults, $12 for children 6 to 12 and children under 5 get in…

The countdown to this year’s Big E has begun — and with the Big E, of course, comes big names. The century-old fair showcasing anything and everything New England will run from Sept. 13 to Sept. 29. Beyond its agricultural exhibits, regional food offerings and giant parade, the 17-day festival in West Springfield, Massachusetts, is home to the Big E…

A large solar eruption has sent a strong geomagnetic storm and if the weather cooperates, could give us the best chance to see the Northern Lights in Connecticut in nearly 20 years this weekend.

The company that produces baked goods for brands including Arnold bread, Entenmann’s and others has closed 28 outlet stores in the Northeast. Bimbo Bakeries USA said in a press release that its products still will be found on grocery store shelves. The company’s brands also include Boboli, Lender’s Bagels, Sara Lee and Thomas. The closed stores included outlets in...

Avian influenza is killing tens of thousands of seals and sea lions in different corners of the world, disrupting ecosystems and flummoxing scientists who don’t see a clear way to slow the devastating virus.

A day after news one power company pulled out of an agreement to provide wind-generated electricity to the state, the governor and other leaders announced an agreement with Massachusetts and Rhode Island to work together to procure new wind power agreements.

Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts saw strong thunderstorms early Friday, prompting severe weather and tornado warnings in parts of New England.

California and Florida may have sunny beaches and New York may have the big city, but for another year, Massachusetts is the best state to live in, according to an influential ranking out this week. The Bay State topped Wallethub’s list for 2023, keeping hold of the No. 1 spot it had last year. And a neighbor to the north…

Stranded vehicles, property damage and flash floods were seen across New England on Tuesday, while parts of Massachusetts were under a tornado warning.