April 3, 2026

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More secretive than Wonka? Mysteries abound at the biggest candy factory in Mass.

The only candy factory in the state that is still mass producing candy on a national scale is just outside of Central Square in Cambridge. And change is afoot in its executive ranks.

By Scott Kirsner | SKirsner@masslive.com

Fenway Park is selling lobster poutine. I ate it so you don’t have to

Lobster poutine is the last thing Red Sox fans need: another way to spend too much money at the ballpark for a disappointing result.

By Nick O'Malley | nomalley@masslive.com

Suffolk Sheriff’s Dept. members earning over $200K surges amid spending scrutiny

The highest earner made more than $344,000 in 2025.

By Charlie McKenna | cmckenna@masslive.com

Worcester Railers

Railers snap memorable power-play slump in win over Reading

McCarthy scored at 6:36 and 12:36 of the first period. His second goal was on the power play and snapped the Railers all-time worst power play slump in the same same season.

By Bill Ballou | Worcester Railers

Here’s when you can get sorted into your Hogwarts house at Fenway Park

For one day in May, the Sorting Hat might as well have a Red Sox “B” on it.

By Nick O'Malley | nomalley@masslive.com

From ‘Bleached-Hair Roman’ to Friday bicep workouts, Roman Anthony has long been a clubhouse favorite

Roman Anthony's former coach and teammates share stories about what the Red Sox star was like before fame.

By Chris Mason | cmason@masslive.com

7-round Patriots mock draft 3.0 | Mark Daniels

Our third mock draft projects the Patriots adding depth to Mike Vrabel's roster on both sides of the ball

By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com