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July 30, 2026 MassLive.com Latest Headlines News How long does postpartum last? Lindsay Clancy trial highlights misunderstood challenges Medical experts don't agree on how long the postpartum period actually lasts, and that confusion can have devastating consequences for mothers struggling with mental health symptoms they don't recognize. By Heather Morrison | hmorrison@masslive.com and Advance Local Express Desk Read more News Boston ‘A lifeline’: Why changes to an MBTA bus route are so important for this Boston neighborhood Changes to a key MBTA bus route have eased commutes for residents of this Boston neighborhood. By Will Katcher | WKatcher@masslive.com MORE    Ne Where Why hundreds will run across floating lobster crates on North Shore this weekend Proceeds from the fifth annual event will benefit families of the seven Lily Jean crew members who died in January. By David Cifarelli | dcifarelli@masslive.com MORE    News Lindsay Clancy trial resumes Thursday morning after highly emotional second day Prosecutors are expected to begin calling first responders when testimony resumes at the Lindsay Clancy trial on Thursday morning. By Charlie McKenna | cmckenna@masslive.com MORE    See more news Sports Patriots Want an insider look at the Patriots? Join the Eye on Foxborough newsletter MassLive columnist Karen Guregian brings her wealth knowledge about the team to your inbox every Friday. By MassLive.com Staff MORE    Entertainment Pop singer, star NFL quarterback announcement engagement: ‘Meet my fiancé’ The young couple shared the news on social media. By Brian Linder | blinder@pennlive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox win includes the hero apologizing, a near walk-off, ‘massive’ base running and prayers After the Red Sox' win, the extra-inning hero was in the clubhouse profusely apologizing to relief pitcher Justin Slaten. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE